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Are You Frustrated With Finding Effective Treatments For Obesity?

By A MyObesityTeam Member 16 answers

Would You Like To Participate In The January Accountability Challenge? We Are Just Staying Committed To Our Lifestyle Change With A Twist.

By A MyObesityTeam Member 4 answers

Who’s CRUNK And READY To Get It Done???

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Does Anyone Else Really Want To Eat At Night? I Know It’s Out Of Boredom.

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Roanoke, VA
A MyObesityTeam Member

Evening is the worst! I know it's mostly habit. Eating in front of the tv.

I really need to switch to herbal tea or something.

January 25, 2019

Does Anyone Use Sweeteners And If So,, Have You Had Any Side Effects From Them? Opinions Are Welcome As Well.

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Ontario Canada

I started using sweeteners in the past year and not sure how good they are for us. What kind is the best and which are the worse? I use Stevia or Trivia.

A MyObesityTeam Member

I use Equal, but I don't know the side effects if any. I hear that none of it is really good for you?

July 31, 2018

Dismissive Doctors?

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Newburgh, IN

Today was the 7th anniversary of me and my husband's first date. It would have gone really well, except for my arthritis. I've been in pain all day. Nothing seems to touch it. I've asked my doctor for help, and all I got was "Lose weight". Has anyone else been dismissed when they bring things like this up at the doctor's? What did you do?

A MyObesityTeam Member

Yes, sometimes you have to shop around for doctors that fit. I found that I stayed with mine too long it was time to look for a different nurse practioner or doctor. Time and health practices… read more

June 22, 2022

What Is Everybody's Thoughts On Dairy Products?

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Eaton, OH

Some people say dairy products like cheese, yogurt and cottage cheese are healthy. Others say it's too much fat. Any thoughts on this?

A MyObesityTeam Member

there is fat free products in dairy products. Use in moderation and it should be okay

July 30, 2017

Keto Support Group

A MyObesityTeam Member asked a question 💭
Amory, MS

I would like to join or start (if one not already on progress) a Keto support group. Anyone who has been successful or anyone interested in keto would be able to join. What do you think? I need help!!

A MyObesityTeam Member

There is keto bread in stores or you can make your own

January 30, 2020

How Do You Encourage/motivate Yourself To Try Again?

A MyObesityTeam Member asked a question 💭
Lakewood, WA

I was doing so well with my weight loss. Actually loss 40+ pounds with nothing but the gym and food regulation. Then a series of events took place that made it impossible to continue my three day a week routine. Yes my family makes sure that I have a car available on Tuesdays and Thursdays but what they don't understand is that because those are the only days I have the car, all of my appointments etc must be scheduled on those days so I can't get back to my class. I am so very discouraged. It… read more

A MyObesityTeam Member

Try journaling, ou may just be your own best friend @A MyObesityTeam Member

November 4, 2023

How Do You Manage Been Obese And Having Osteoarthritis

A MyObesityTeam Member asked a question 💭
Lantana, FL

Do you have Osteoarthritis and are overweight ? Did you develop Osteoarthritis because of your weight ? Or do you are overweight because you have Osteoarthritis??Do you follow any diets? Does people think you fake been in pain ? How about your balance?

A MyObesityTeam Member

@ JcWhit I do water exercises and for me they help with my Osteoarthritis and I also watch how I feel after I consumed other types of food and drinks since I have noticed that some do aggravate the… read more

October 1, 2017

Does Anyone Have Any Advice On Losing Weight After Menopause. No Matter What I've Tried, The Scale Just Is Not Moving

A MyObesityTeam Member asked a question 💭
Tifton, GA
A MyObesityTeam Member

Ive lost 52 lbs in 3 months
Using Garcinia cambogia, just not like the package says
I take one pill with 1\4 cup of hot water with a tsp. Apple cider vinegar and a tsp. Honey.
I drink it every… read more

September 30, 2017

Does Anyone Have Any Suggestions On How I Can Increase My Energy Level?

A MyObesityTeam Member asked a question 💭
Pasadena, TX

I am a couch potatoe. I feel tired and run down daily. I need my life back.

A MyObesityTeam Member

I like to walk but not in the winter

February 26, 2019

Has Anyone Felt Addicted To A Certain Food, In My Case It's Potato Chips. How Do I Get Over It.

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Ingersoll, ON
A MyObesityTeam Member

I love sweets. Nobody seems to be talking about how hard it is to get over this. I see a lot of, when I lose wt. I'll start living. That's wrong I'm living now even though I'm fat.

September 24, 2018
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