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Forum: Depression and Weight Issues 09-03-2008, 08:47 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,905
Posted By oreokitty
Consistent Routine

I also use a 'sun' light--10,000 lux for about 30 minutes in the morning as part of a regular routine in the fall & winter.

I have a consistent sleep schedule. I get up about 6am during the...
Forum: General chatter 09-01-2008, 07:44 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 805
Posted By oreokitty
very uncomfortable--physically & mentally.

very uncomfortable--physically & mentally.
Forum: Dieting with Obstacles 08-24-2008, 09:32 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,491
Posted By oreokitty
What i understood about it was it was increased...

What i understood about it was it was increased pressure in my cerebralspinal fluid. It was diagnosed by measuring the pressure in it by having a spinal tap. Diamox was the particular diuretic they...
Forum: Dieting with Obstacles 08-20-2008, 05:41 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,491
Posted By oreokitty
I had this years ago. They put me on Diamox (a...

I had this years ago. They put me on Diamox (a diuretic). We lowered my lithium dose from 2100mg/day to 600mg/day because it was mentioned that the psuedo tumor cerebri could be a possible side...
Forum: Depression and Weight Issues 08-13-2008, 08:07 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 705
Posted By oreokitty
I have lost weight taking psych meds. I did lose...

I have lost weight taking psych meds. I did lose about 30lbs years ago when my Lithium was significantly reduced. I gained it back due to my eating behavior. I'm currently on 600mg of Lithium,...
Forum: General chatter 08-12-2008, 09:29 AM
Replies: 57
Views: 2,028
Posted By oreokitty
Just finished Robert Crais, Chasing Darkness and...

Just finished Robert Crais, Chasing Darkness and Janet Evanovich, Fearless Fourteen.
Am currently reading Jeffrey Deaver, Broken Window.
Just bought The Insulin Resistant Diet and will start...
Forum: Dieting with Obstacles 08-12-2008, 09:10 AM
Replies: 68
Views: 90,081
Posted By oreokitty
Exclamation FYI-medication on manufacturer's back order

I am going to my endocrinologist today because Armour Thyroid in on nationwide manufacturer's backorder. Apparently, she's going to put me on another medication. I've had no problems on Armour....
Forum: 100 lb. Club 08-12-2008, 08:56 AM
Replies: 249
Views: 10,319
Posted By oreokitty
Thumbs up I'm staying on plan today because my company is...

I'm staying on plan today because my company is sending to me to DC for a conference in the beginning of September & I want to fit into my plane seat. :dancer:

Amy
Forum: 100 lb. Club 08-08-2008, 04:43 PM
Replies: 92
Views: 5,134
Posted By oreokitty
My brother had a head injury when he was a...

My brother had a head injury when he was a teenager which hurt his mental filter as to what he thinks & what comes out of his mouth. At my heaviest last year, when I walked into the room he asked me...
Forum: 100 lb. Club 08-08-2008, 04:27 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,364
Posted By oreokitty
There are so many meetings at my job. I spend...

There are so many meetings at my job. I spend most of my time in a group home which is good because they are eating healthy and there is no junk food.

However, our meetings are in our main...
Forum: Weight Loss Support 08-08-2008, 04:08 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 744
Posted By oreokitty
I feel for you. My housemate has a mild...

I feel for you. My housemate has a mild developmental disability. He started asking me if I was pregnant last year at my highest weight. He knows I really not pregnant, he's just kidding me. He...
Forum: 100 lb. Club 07-21-2008, 05:09 PM
Replies: 79
Views: 8,464
Posted By oreokitty
I identify with your feelings although I'm single...

I identify with your feelings although I'm single right now. I don't even want to date because I can't imagine being intimate with anyone. I don't even wear shorts in public, forget sex. So I...
Forum: Nutrition and Labeling 07-21-2008, 04:20 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,634
Posted By oreokitty
more weird cats

I've had a couple of generations of cats who love olives. Green olive juice is my cats' favorites. My cats also like cantelope and other melons--again a couple generations of unrelated kitties...
Forum: 20-Somethings 07-21-2008, 03:41 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 2,323
Posted By oreokitty
Believe it or not, I have found some cheap deals...

Believe it or not, I have found some cheap deals on plus-size clothing on Ebay. I just bought 2 pairs of jeans for about $23 all together on Ebay. Cheaper than new. Good deal.
Amy
Forum: 300+ Club 06-22-2008, 10:58 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,828
Posted By oreokitty
I totally sweat when I'm sitting down on hard...

I totally sweat when I'm sitting down on hard chairs. The back of my thighs sweat alot. When I get up from wooden chairs, it leaves white marks on the chair and my pants are damp. I usually wear...
Forum: 100 lb. Club 06-22-2008, 10:40 AM
Replies: 57
Views: 3,595
Posted By oreokitty
I'm sick of being the fat one in the crowd of...

I'm sick of being the fat one in the crowd of friends, coworkers, etc.
I want to be able to sit in any chair without squeezing myself into it or worrying it will break.
I don't want to be out of...
Forum: Exercise! 06-22-2008, 10:16 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 518
Posted By oreokitty
As most people have, I tried to quit smoking many...

As most people have, I tried to quit smoking many times.

The last time I quit smoking successfully (Jan 2001), I was taking Wellbutrin for depression (which is the same medication as Zyban). I...
Forum: Weight Loss Support 06-22-2008, 09:55 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 958
Posted By oreokitty
Getting a sleep routine

Because of being bipolar, I started a regular sleep routine. Going to bed around a regular time and getting up early at a daily consistent time. This has helped me with my bipolar and my eating...
Forum: Does it Work? 06-22-2008, 09:46 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 4,374
Posted By oreokitty
Question BioTHIN Weight loss supplement

I normally don't even look at these things, but my mother sent me this link.

http://products.mercola.com/biothin/

It has about 7 natural ingredients:

"Let’s go first to fucoxanthin – one of...
Forum: General chatter 06-13-2008, 07:18 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 669
Posted By oreokitty
I know I certainly didn't know him, but boy, it...

I know I certainly didn't know him, but boy, it really did shock me. I feel so sad. I see him on the news all the time and watch Meet the Press. He was funny, smart, & articulate. Tim Russert...
Forum: General chatter 05-17-2008, 06:58 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 3,388
Posted By oreokitty
so many guilty pleasures

TV with Tivo--love comedies (Two and a half men, The big bang theory, Rules of engagement, etc), NCIS, CSI, House, Ghost Hunters, The Closer, Monk, Psych. Can you tell I'm a total TV addict? :D
...
Forum: Depression and Weight Issues 05-10-2008, 08:55 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 912
Posted By oreokitty
Coming out of my last depressive swing (Bipolar...

Coming out of my last depressive swing (Bipolar here), I read this book, Take Charge of Bipolar Disorder. It inspired me to stop eating sugar & white flour. They suggest this to eliminate the mood...
Forum: Overeaters Anonymous 05-10-2008, 08:22 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 765
Posted By oreokitty
It isn't a religious program, but it can be a...

It isn't a religious program, but it can be a spiritual program. The literature talks about finding a power greater than yourself-- a higher power that you can define however you wish. Then, I...
Forum: Looking Good, Feeling Great 05-10-2008, 08:04 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 18,387
Posted By oreokitty
I was in a relatively snug 24 at 328lbs. At...

I was in a relatively snug 24 at 328lbs. At 267lbs I'm in a loose 20. But it really does depend on the maker of the pants, whether they run small or large. I certainly do feel better and people...
Forum: 300+ Club 05-10-2008, 07:56 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,040
Posted By oreokitty
It made a huge difference to me when I stopped...

It made a huge difference to me when I stopped eating sugar, white flour, and white pasta. I eat whole wheat bread and whole wheat pasta (plus fruit, veggies, dairy, protein).

NO sugary foods. ...
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