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General Discussion: Diet Support Group
Posted 7/22/08 10:01 PM
General Discussion: Diet Support Group
Instead of laying out large sums of money to lose weight, who would not rather have a member support group? We could share ideas, encourage one another, and have weekly weigh-ins. There are probably many like myself who yo-yo diet (not good) but haven't found a solution yet. When we get serious about dieting, there is no one to turn to except some national program which costs money. I can't afford that. I'm a 68-year-old male who would like to lose 20 pounds. But is it ever so hard!! I walk daily but can't get past those 1/2 gallon ice cream sales.
Posted 07/16/09 9:53 AM
natural supplements? anybody?
I´m looking for a long time for an all natural supplement. Three products are already in my focus: Levocaptine, ChitoGenics and Vitabase - does anybody have any experiences with those three or maybe knows a even better one? please don´t suggest any chemical based stuff, ´cause I´m probably allergic to it. :(
Posted 07/20/09 8:24 AM
I wouldn´t try the Vitabase
I wouldn´t try the Vitabase stuff, havn´t had any success wit it. Most of the time I was hungry and didn´t feel very fit. :(
From what I could manage to find out about the other two slimming pills, I would say that Levocaptine seems to be the better one. The ingredients are allright and they obviously have a telephone service for training tips and general support. that´s a nice and helpful idea in my eyes. can´t say much about the chito stuff, but maybe you´ll find out more by asking directly in this forum. ;)
please tell us about the product you choose and how successful you are!
all the best
tone
Posted 05/22/09 11:42 PM
lose weight without dieting
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Posted 05/22/09 12:55 AM
Lots of water Aerobics Diet:
Posted 04/20/09 2:53 AM
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Posted 12/28/08 6:42 PM
I read your posts and I'd
I read your posts and I'd like to suggest something that helped me - (perhaps even saved my life)
I needed to lose 40+lbs and a friend suggested I attend attend OA. See the following for a local location: http://www.oa.org/index.htm
I confess I hated it the first three times I went and in fact became very rebellious (whatever someone said they were giving up I went home and ate, No one would tell me...blah blah blah, rebellion!). meanwhile the numbers on the scale slowly ticked upward year after year.
I dropped out for a couple months only to find everything I was trying (and failing) was not working and the message and sense of HOPE that I heard at HOW-OA called to me in some strange way.
Perhaps it can also hep you.
It is not another diet club, it is a program that deals with the eating but also the mental and emotional stuff as well.
Good Luck.
KT
PS
There is a great meeting in San Mateo on Saturday's at 10am.
I lost the 40 lbs beginning on March 25-and finished by about mid September.
I have maintained my weight release through the holidays
Posted 11/07/08 12:00 AM
This worked for me..
After my daughter had her first child, she gained 40 pounds. Now being that I was overweight too, we decided to try and lose weight together. She turned me on to this great corrective belt by Lytess at fitandsharp.com, and boy did it do wonders. In just one month my clothes were fitting me looser and I was really motivated to keep losing weight. The best part is that it fits comfortably under my clothes and it tones my midsection while I'm at work. Check it out, it really works.
Posted 09/13/08 8:45 AM
It is hard to lose weight
Hi, I am new here, I am a 56 year old female, I would love to lose 40lbs, but I just love to eat. I also just love to cook and bake (esp cake) Now since my husband left (he is a drunk) I cook all these nice things and eat them myself. This is going to be a problem, because I keep gaining weight. I need some advise on how to lose my extra baggage.
Posted 05/22/09 11:49 PM
Hi I am new here also. I
Hi I am new here also. I have had a weight problem all my live and a friend of mine gave me a shaker bottle called cheat and all i so is shake it on everything I eat and in my first ten days i have lost 18lbs. I know I am very overweight so I know others will not lose quite as fast. My friend lost seven pounds in her first two weeks and she only has thirty more to lose. check it out at www.irepcni.com/bazzy245 It is unbelieveable. I have been hugh my whole life and I finally thing I found my answer. I never had alot of willpower and all tie diets i try I lose some and put more on. I won't have to worry about that again my email is giftsrgreat@gmail.com good luck dave
Posted 12/08/99 12:18 PM
ATkins Diet Experience?
Just started on the Atkins Diet recently and am looking for online buddies who have experience with it. I am 58, have 50 pounds to lose, and could use support as I am disabled and cannot get out to things like OA or other groups.
Good luck to all dieters out there...alone we have trouble, together we can.
Dharma
Posted 12/25/08 6:38 AM
I also used the Atkins diet,
I also used the Atkins diet, for all intents and purposes, I cut out all simple carbohydrates. Started July 2007, lost 74 lbs by March 2008. A positive benefit of cutting out white flour products and sugar is, adter a day or two ones appetite is virtually gone! I would just be sure you have no kidney problems before using this diet. Good luck!
Posted 05/22/99 4:39 PM
Eat only when hungry ?
I have started a weight loss program called weight down. We eat what we want, only when we are truly hungry and stop when we are full. In all the weight loss programs I have been told, "Never let your self get too hungry. You will over eat if you do." Well I'm here to tell you. I've lost 20 lbs. I feel better than I have in years. I've even felt like walking and exercising not because I have to, but because I want to. I would like to join a chat. I need all the help I can get.
Posted 05/16/99 9:28 AM
Protein Power Diet
I notice it's mostly women on this board (just a comment). My wife and I are in our mid-60s and have just started the Protein Power Diet, in which you adjust your diet to about 75% protein and 25% carbohydrates. We got turned on to it by our daughter who is having good success with it. So far the things I've noticed most are (1) that you sure don't starve on this one, (2)the tab is higher at the supermarket checkout, and (3) there are carbohydrates in a lot of places you wouldn't expect them to be. The only complaint I have so far is it's a pain in the b... counting doing all the arithmetic on carb grams. We'll see how it goes, though. It's supposed to be a good diet for those with high blood pressure and/or diabetes, neither of which is an issue with us, thank God.
The book is called "Protein Power" by Michael and Mary Eades, both of whom are MDs. I have no economic interest in selling books here. Just passing along information.
Posted 04/30/99 4:18 PM
Help
I am a grandmother, 58 on May 7th and I weigh 217 pounds. I've gained 45 pounds in the past year. I've always been heavy. In Feb. of 1997 I decided to lose weight with my husband who WAS diabetic. We went on very low fat diets and each of us lost about 70 pounds. I felt great. I don't know what happenned but we started to slip and I've gone from 170# up to my present weight. I really need some incentive to lose again other than for health purposes. I'm desperate!!! I'm hungry all the time and if it doesn't move I eat it. Any suggestions, They'll all be appreciated. By the way after my husband lost weight he was able to get off insulin completely. He has gained back about 75% of his weight too but thank goodness his blood sugar is still normal
Posted 04/27/99 8:13 PM
Diet Support Group,
Diet Support Group, especially being a ThirdAger, could sound better to me. I've been fighting weight since childhood, wnet to being almost anorexic, and the rest.When the tone of your day is based on the number on the scale (and it really was!!!), you know there's a problem within. I've been less disturbed as I've gotten older, but I've gained 30 pounds and have been having a hard time getting them off. Please keep me informed.
Posted 04/30/99 4:32 PM
Hey Suzy
I can appreciate your problem. I too am overweight but not like you I've ALWAYS been very heavy. I tried going on low fat diets and was able to shed pounds quite quickly. No fried foods, I use sprays. I have been guilty over the past year and eating just about everything and guess what. The weight is back on. So I'm trying to get the incentive to really WATCH it again. I was always full I guess because I wasn't eating empty calories. Food that didn't fill just accumulated the calories.
Posted 04/23/99 10:47 AM
night eating syndrome
I am a greatgrandmother of 61, still working, still fat, and really wanting to cut out the night eating.
Any advice will be appreated.
By SandyON
Posted 03/20/99 6:13 PM
I sure need help too!
Well I'm with you all! I'm now a 54 year old woman 5'8" who still thinks she's 30 but my body is crying out that it's tired of carrying the extra weight! I've always carried extra weight and have always had people say, Oh, you look so good, you dress so nice and you're so attractive...and yes maybe I am but you know it really bugs me....because I know that they're telling me in a round about way what I COULD BE....why do we do this to ourselves? If a group starts, please let me know..I'd love to join! Thanks!
By Loujean
Posted 03/09/99 5:48 AM
Been on a diet since I was
Been on a diet since I was 15, thats almost 55 years of steping on a scale. Lose 25, gain 32, lose 50 gain 65 etc etc. Does it ever stop. Gave up last year, no more diets NOW I have the cardiology dept barking at my heels, so here I go again. Today is the first day of the rest of my life.....have any help??
Posted 06/02/09 10:24 AM
I am in exactly the same
I am in exactly the same place. How are you doing? I just found this because I am searching for others in the same place to lend support.
Posted 06/02/09 10:24 AM
I am in exactly the same
I am in exactly the same place. How are you doing? I just found this because I am searching for others in the same place to lend support.
By Maureenjosi
Posted 12/12/98 10:20 AM
Working at losing it again!!! Help!
I'm back up to my heavyweight, can't wear my jeans anymore. It's hard to start again, to be serious about facing the fact I must lose weight and eat well for my health. I'm going out for a walk now. I'd like to log on daily for support. Good luck to you all out there, Maureen
Posted 12/03/98 7:25 AM
MAR
I have just broke my arm and unable to walk. Trying to cut down on the amount of calories i take in. Need support, Holidays seem to be the hardest time
Posted 11/05/98 7:18 PM
secretary
would be very interested in hearing about this chat line. it sounds like it would be really helpful
By Lizabet
Posted 09/13/98 8:20 PM
Realistic Goal??
Hi all!
I am a 58 yr old woman, 60 lbs. overweight, who has been living a sendentary, nutritionally disastrous, lifestyle for the past five years. In about 10 months I expect to be spending an extended period of time in a warm country where a lot of walking is necessary.
I have just started, a low fat regime, eating three meals a day, rather than my usual one meal, and will be using a treadmill regularly.
Is it reasonable to hope to lose this weight and get in shape for a lot of walking in 10 months?
Any help, suggestions, appreciated.
By Soliana2
Posted 09/05/98 7:20 PM
OK, I admit I'm powerless over eating and want to turn it over
LOL
Yes, indeed, I'd like to turn over about 50 pounds of excess weight..... where's the contribution bin?
By tara1945
Posted 09/12/98 5:20 PM
I seem to have the same
I seem to have the same problem, how areyou handling yours? I joined a health club and I work out 5 days a week, It seems to make me eat more!!!! Do you have any suggestions for me?Peace Be With You.
By Minister
Posted 08/26/98 8:30 PM
I Learned 2 Secrets to Weight Loss
For 16 years, I failed to lose an ounce with every diet that I tried.
Then along came Cell Lean and the 40-30-30 approach, and over the last
6 months, I've lost 31 pounds, and I can't believe how easy it was.
For more info, drop me a note.
Warm regards
Dianne
habatt@msn.com
By tara1945
Posted 09/12/98 5:09 PM
2 SECRETS to weight loss? Tell Me!!!!!
I need to lose 50 pounds for health reasons! 4 heart surgeries in 3 years!
2 stents put in July.7th and 17th. Gotta do something quick. I am a newcomer to
this site. Iam 52 year old female 5'8"tall and I weigh 197. I have stopped
eating meat, dairy and fat. Any suggestions?
thank you,
JanellThomas@webtv.net
By Soliana2
Posted 09/05/98 7:22 PM
Do tell
Please, I'm begging, tell me more, what is it and where do I get it??? Have pity on a poor old woman..... :-)
By tasson
Posted 08/24/98 5:06 PM
I've had a bout with some
I've had a bout with some sort of stomach illness. Instead of LOSING some weight with it, I think I've gained, but I don't know this for a fact because I haven't weighed myself. The dehydration has made me become a drinking fool (water!) and I'm hoping to have a good report next week. Yes, this is an excuse for not weighing in on Saturday, but I have a phobia about weighing in any other day!
By nursey
Posted 07/29/98 3:57 PM
I don't know if I'm doing
I don't know if I'm doing this right. I thought I already sent a message but I don't see it posted. Would someone please tell me when the live chat is on and what I need to do to join in?
By Nats
Posted 07/29/98 5:20 PM
Live Chat
The live Chat will occur on Mondays: 4 to 6 Pacific Time; 5 to 7 Rocky Mountain Time; 6 to 8 Central Time; 7 to 9 Eastern Time. It will run for two hours now.
By nursey
Posted 08/03/98 6:14 PM
How do I get into the diet
How do I get into the diet chat room? I'm new to this - Nursey
By Newcomer
Posted 07/31/98 7:03 AM
That's just right for me!
I was having difficulty making the chat session since we eat around 7PM (EDST) and I am heading for beddy-bye before 11PM.
The hours between 8 and 10PM are my usual weekday computer slot, although I sometimes sneak in a half hour around 6:30 -- if I'm up extra early.
Been stopping by here every day -- missing your snips of wit and wisdom!
By Wanlass
Posted 07/30/98 5:37 PM
Has everyone quit trying?
Chat is not convenient for me but would like some forum response. I was feeling like eating everything today and thought I would get some support but no new messages.
By Nats
Posted 08/03/98 5:38 AM
Summertime
Wanlass:
Some of the responses might be hidden in the earlier entries. I always check by dates. But it's also summertime and people are in and out. I, for example, was away most of the week. And unlike you, I didn't feel like eating everything. I ate it. But that only gave me a greater will to get back on the diet. Every day is a new day.
Stan
By Newcomer
Posted 07/31/98 7:25 AM
Are you checking the other two forums in this Discussion Group?
Wanlass, I stop by every day, post whenever I can contribute something positive, and occasionally when I need to vent something negative. But not in THIS discussion -- I post my Progress reports to the 1st discussion (Experiencing the Diet Challenge) and look for support in the 2nd discussion (Discussing....)
This discussion forum was set up to determine how much interest there would be in a diet support group, and was expanded by the other two forums on 6/25.
So, to anyone else who might be interested in our current activity, press CTRL-HOME to get back to the top of this page, and click on the red underlined text
Diet Support Group. When you get there, click on the "bookmark" to add the group to your list of favorites.
Then you can fly direct to us without further ado!
Be seein ya!
Posted 07/22/98 3:11 PM
losing weight
I think a support group is a great idea. I have been trying unsuccessfully to lose weight for many years. The older I get the more concerned I am. When I look at my mother (with all her health problems, i.e. heart, cancer, and diabetes)I see myself. It makes me realize how important it is to lose weight. I like to think I have some control over my life but sometimes I feel as though my body is programmed to be a certain weight because no matter how much I exercise or diet my weight stays the same. I'm hoping by joining this support group I'll learn something new that I can benefit from. Good luck to everyone. Thanks.
By Dacarsha
Posted 07/22/98 3:42 PM
I agree with you!
Welcome, Chloe2!
As I was reading your post, I found myself completely agreeing with everything you said. I too see myself with my parents health problems. My Dad has diabetes, my Mother has high blood pressure and arthritis. I have all of the above.
As I get older, I too am getting more and more concerned that I can't get this weight off. It seems I have been trying to "get skinny" for decades! I don't even want to be skinny anymore, I would be happy with pleasingly plump and whole lot healthier.
This forum has helped me. I feel like a hundred sets of eyes are watching me make choices about my eating. A neat and interesting feeling. Enjoy the support!
By jandjgrandma
Posted 07/08/98 1:52 PM
To lose weight
After 41 years of smoking, I quit 11 months ago, and guess what?!! Yup, I have 7 lbs. that are determined to remain on the hips - I am short and do not wear these 7lbs very well. I exercise almost daily (45 min - 60 min. on treadmill, 45 min on a stepper etc. etc.), but nighttime I want to eat, so I shall follow some of the wonderful suggestions of you all. I have found Welch's no sugar added popcicles to be delicious, but not as good as Turkey Hill Super Sundae. This looks like a good support group. Thank you windancr for your assistance.
By Nats
Posted 07/08/98 8:16 PM
Objectives
Look at the first posts and put down your objectives. Commit to
Total Weight Loss Goal
Weekly Weight Loss Goal
Daily Calorie Goal
Daily Exercise Goal
At the end of the week post your successes and failures and get involved in the live Chats on Mondays at 4 and 7 Pacific Time.
Good luck to you. Remember, we're all in this together.
Stan
By Kabe
Posted 07/25/98 10:05 PM
Those extra nosmoking poundage blues
I stopped smoking about fifteen years ago. I went up one size in my clothing and felt hungry all of the time. On of the good and bad sides of not smoking is that your taste buds heal and food tastes better than ever. The support group that helped me to stop gave us a book of about fifty things to do. They were for distraction. Burshing your teeth often helps. Food is not as appealing after brushing teeth. Stretch often and take four deep breaths. You do not feel as hungry if you are relaxed. I found that carrots and celery chewing did not do it for me. Think about a savor a low fat snack, snackwell's peanut butter chocloate yogurt, a juicy piece of fruit where the flavor lingers, and the leave the kitchen get onto the computer and write articles for forums or talk to your friends on Thirdage who will distract you even more.
By jandjgrandma
Posted 07/09/98 1:37 PM
weight loss goals
Thanks Stan. It has taken awhile to figure this out.
Weight now 115
Goal 108
Weekly wt loss 2 lbs/
Daily calorie - more concerned with proper eating
Exercise goal - 45-60 min. cardio )
5-6week
20 min. weights )
By Newcomer
Posted 07/07/98 4:40 PM
If its 7:00 in California, what time is it in...
I stopped by the Diet Support chatroom twice yesterday, but missed the party both times...ChasB had the door propped open, but there was nobody home (not even ChasB!) Strangers (just friends we haven't met yet) popped in, but left when they realized how slim the coversation was (is that a pun?). I'll try again next week if I can. How long do YOU hang in there, Stan? 4PM and 7PM Pacific=
By Nats
Posted 07/29/98 5:15 PM
Crash
It was a mess. To begin with, I couldn't open anything. When I finally got a response, the first hour and a half had gone by. Later, the whole system crashed. Only the Chat was visible, with noone able to get in or out or anything. Frustrating!
By Nats
Posted 07/07/98 6:13 PM
Missed you
Saw your name and talked to you but got no response. I stayed with it for both hours. The 7, which is 11 my time, went on long after I left, which was 11:20. Weekend was tough for me too. Your popsicles, by the way, have 40 calories, not 10. I found a creamsicle, however, that has 25. Not much to it, but what the heck. It, at least, takes the edge off the craving.
Stan
By nursey
Posted 07/29/98 2:56 PM
Hi - I got forwarded this
Hi - I got forwarded this page and would like to join but I don't know how - I would like to participate in the live chat for weight loss support. I have webtv - is it possible for me to participate using webtv or do I need a computer to download something. When is the live chat? And how do I go about entering it? thanx
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