I'm new too.. looking for help!

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Registered: 12-29-2003
I'm new too.. looking for help!
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Thu, 06-22-2006 - 10:37am

Hi! I'm Margaret, biological mom to 8 fantastic children. I am very fussy about my weight. Ever since my 38th birthday, suddenly I cannot lose weight anymore! I am about 10 pounds above where I would like to be, though the charts tell me I am fine. I have this little tire that is driving me NUTS! I work out by walking many miles a week over hills, hills, hills, with my 2-year-old in the stroller. I also do a work-out at home. I am not a big snacker or terrible eater. I have always taken good care of myself. Lately, no matter what I do, the weight will not come off. I have just got to do this for myself.

I have spent many hours the past couple of days researching low-fat eating. I am not picky about what I eat. I just want people to tell me WHAT to eat. I grew up vegetarian and on a low-fat, no-sugar diet, but that is not how I have raised my own family. I am happy eating anything, pretty much. I like tofu and multi-grains just fine. But I do not know what to make AT ALL!

I guess that's enough about me. Thank you for any guidance or help you may offer.

Margaret

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Registered: 04-09-2003
Thu, 06-22-2006 - 10:44am

As always feel like I'm no help what so ever. lol However, 8 KIDS!!!! Wow!!! I can't manage 4. I also have a 2 year old actually almost 3.


I'm sure someone here has some good food advice for you. It's nice meeting you and look forward to getting to know you more.

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Registered: 12-04-2003
Thu, 06-22-2006 - 10:48am

Welcome to the board Margaret!!

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Registered: 03-19-2003
Thu, 06-22-2006 - 12:31pm

Welcome to the board Margaret!


Things slow down in our 30's!! Sad, but true ;-)


You are doing great getting out for all that walking, up hills, with a stroller!!! The ladies before me have given you some 'food for thought', so I just wanted to add a welcome here really.


As Gretchen said, be consistent, and don't give up. You are sure to see results being so disciplined!

~IslandGirl





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