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RE: "What Does Plus-Size Mean to You?"

I've struggled with the clothing issue for as long as I can remember, beginning with... Posted by tracyafitz

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RE: "weighing/measuring food"

I do the same as Judy, weigh things like apples and use the measuring cup for cereal and... Posted by redwingfan

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RE: "Snacking!"

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RE: "Smoking or Diet"

I quit smoking over 10 years ago and lost over 100 pounds 5 years ago but I'm not sure... Posted by redwingfan

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RE: "wooh!!! salty!!!"

Funny how food tastes change lol I used to be the fast food queen but when I decided to... Posted by redwingfan

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RE: "Hi, I am new and am trying to lose weight hel...

You say you are not eating much so that says to me that you are not getting the calories... Posted by redwingfan

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RE: "peanut butter (previously posted)"

Here is a comparision between jiffy and natural Ingredients in Jiffy peanut butter:... Posted by Jis4Judy

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"Lost appititeI am a 24 year old female an"

I am a 24 year old female. I have not been able to eat for the last week. I have fought an... Posted by daymk

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RE: "What Is Your Best Body?"

I am a female, 32 years old and am 5'6" and now weigh 210. Haven't measured my waist... Posted by beanie_gene

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RE: How to Decrease Your Appetite

For me, I try to let the urge to eat processed, sugary foods pass. Even though I am... Posted by All_is_One

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RE: "Should pizza and soda be taxed?"

We pay enough taxes already. What a sin tax is really is simply a "sinful" way to... Posted by goldilocks714

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"My weight"

So I got on the scale one day and I was 186 on Monday (my normal weigh in day). I usually... Posted by cle123

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"What does plus-size mean to you?"

I think that all of us "full-figured" women feel the same -- there is more to us than our... Posted by paula626

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"Best body for a 24 yr old??"

Hi Dr. Peeke, I want to make sure the "best" body that I'm aiming for isn't too... Posted by CubFan24

Hi Dr. Peeke,

I want to make sure the "best" body that I'm aiming for isn't too unrealistic. Here's a quick history of myself and my stats:
I've had a relatively slim, athletic body (I was a big-time athlete in HS and still worked out and played club sports in college) my entire life until I graduated from college and came home in '08. Depression (from living at home again) set in and I gained 40 lbs, and I also gained about 20 lbs my Sr. year in college from working at a restaurant - but I still looked good. J I'm over my depression now and am ready to take back control. The only thing currently hold me back is my left leg, which I broke on New Years Eve (broke my fibula in ½ about 3-4" above my ankle, severely damaged the ligament holding my 2 bones together, and fractured the back of my tibia. I still have swelling and some edema (edema only if I walk for too long) but started PT about 2 weeks ago. Right now, I'm only allowed to bike and walk for no more than 15-20 min. and I lift weights (upper body) almost everyday. I tried to swim and use the Elliptical again but my ankle was still giving out. I haven't been able to lose weight while crippled but I haven't put on any weight either — not even a lb. Some random facts that might help: I think I have a "small bone structure" b/c my wrists are pretty small, my shoulders aren't that wide, and my hip bones are pretty narrow, although you would never know that since my stomach and spare tire are where I put on most of the weight. I also don't build muscle that easily (I tend to remain lean), I'm very well-endowed on top (I only mention this so you don't think I was a twig), I've been 160 lbs. for most of my life and ultimately I'd like to be 140. The way I see it is, I want to do the work now and get it over w/, as tough as it's going to be, so I can enjoy the best time of my life — my 20's! And sorry if that was TMI but I hope all of that helps. J Thanks so much!

Stats:
Age: 24
Gender: female
Height: 5'10"
Weight: 235 lbs.
Body fat %: 33.7%
Waist size: 50" (that might be incorrect seeing as how I measured myself at work w/ strips of paper taped together. I'm about a size 18-20 in pants.)

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"Will it ever go away"

I am 51 yrs old 5'6" tall.. I started my diet Jan 1 2010. I have lost 25 pounds! So excited... Posted by dar1224

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"What's a 24-yr old's best body?"

Hi Dr. Peeke, I want to make sure the "best" body that I'm aiming for isn't too... Posted by CubFan24

Hi Dr. Peeke,

I want to make sure the "best" body that I'm aiming for isn't too unrealistic. Here's a quick history of myself and my stats:
I've had a relatively slim, athletic body (I was a big-time athlete in HS and still worked out and played club sports in college) my entire life until I graduated from college and came home in '08. Depression (from living at home again) set in and I gained 40 lbs, and I also gained about 20 lbs my Sr. year in college from working at a restaurant - but I still looked good. J I'm over my depression now and am ready to take back control. The only thing currently hold me back is my left leg, which I broke on New Years Eve. I broke my fibula in ½ about 3-4" above my ankle, severely damaged the ligament holding my 2 bones together, and fractured the back of my tibia. I still have swelling and some edema (edema only if I walk for too long) but started PT about 2 weeks ago. Right now, I'm only allowed to bike and walk for no more than 15-20 min. (I do that everyday) and I lift upper body weights (about every other day) . I tried to swim and use the Elliptical again but my ankle was still giving out. I haven't been able to lose weight while crippled but I haven't put on any weight either — not even a lb. Some random facts that might help: I think I have a "small bone structure" b/c my wrists are pretty small, my shoulders aren't that wide, and my hip bones are pretty narrow, although you would never know that since my stomach and spare tire are where I put on most of the weight. I also don't build muscle that easily (I tended to remain lean), I'm very well-endowed on top (only mentioning this b/c I don't want you to think I'm a twig b/c of my body frame), I've been 160 lbs. for most of my life and ultimately I'd like to be 140. The way I see it is, I want to do the work now and get it over w/, as tough as it's going to be, so I can enjoy the best time of my life — my 20's! And sorry if that was TMI but I hope all of that helps. J Thanks so much!

Stats:
Age: 24
Gender: female
Height: 5'10"
Weight: 235 lbs.
Body fat %: 33.7%
Waist size: 50" (that might be incorrect seeing as how I measured myself at work w/ strips of paper taped together. I'm about a size 18-20 in pants.)

Posted by CubFan24

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RE: "I would like some help in finding the best di...

That is a tough combo-but all too common. I recommend asking over on the Food... Posted by Louise_WebMD_Staff

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"effects of infertility treatments"

hi...i had infertility treatments...after 3 yrs my girl was born...i was alright on the... Posted by Anon_29940

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RE: "Weight Loss Issue.....Is the cause a previous...

from personal point of view after having I baby the most I was 1 month ago. 203 lbs after I... Posted by men7al

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RE: "Having Trouble Doing it Myself"

Where can I find these exercises? Posted by HavingFaith1

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RE: "7 Tips to Dress Your New Body… Image"

I lost over 100 pounds in 18 months and I feel the same way with the flab and loose skin,... Posted by jmw53

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"diet for gallstones and iron-deficiency anemia"

I have a pregnant friend who is suffering with gallstones (requiring a particular diet)... Posted by birdchic

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RE: "need some help"

Dear Dr. Peeke, Sorry for the intrusion, but I am facing a problem losing weight and I... Posted by Alothman

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RE: "Your Best Summer Body Cheat Sheet"

Hi everyone. I had a terrific time doing this six week series. Our... Posted by Pamela Peeke, MD, MPH, FACP

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RE: "late night eating"

Hi and thanks for your posting. In the best of all worlds, you have a... Posted by Pamela Peeke, MD, MPH, FACP

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RE: "negative foods"

Hi and thanks for your posting. All foods should be included in your... Posted by Pamela Peeke, MD, MPH, FACP

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RE: "How do you manage the issue of deprivation?"

Thanks for you posting. You're correct. If you're distracted by doing... Posted by Pamela Peeke, MD, MPH, FACP

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RE: "Why can't I lose weight?"

Thank you Kenny. Posted by jillzoll

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RE: "STOP EATING JUNK FOOD"

Isabel- I agree that reducing or eliminating junk food is a key to losing... Posted by Louise_WebMD_Staff

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RE: "Body Fat SOS: Science Of Shapewear!"

Hi to all of you on this discussion group. I had a lot of fun writing... Posted by Pamela Peeke, MD, MPH, FACP

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