sharlag
Drama Llama
I like my artsy with a little bit of fartsy.
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Location: Kansas
Jun 26, 2014 12:57:48 GMT
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Post by sharlag on Jun 12, 2016 22:33:33 GMT
Supposedly giving blood burns calories since your body has to regenerate the blood, I didn't know this!
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Post by AN on Jun 12, 2016 23:10:08 GMT
So all the warnings about taking it easy after giving blood were predictive!! I went to get my nails done after giving blood - not strenuous, right? I felt fine after donating and ate a snack. About 70% of the way through my nails, I started feeling faint, sick to my stomach, definitely passy-outty. I drank some water and took deep breaths - not helping. I asked him to stop and put my head between my knees, and the lady next to me was very sweet but also said "Honey you are really white in the face." Uh oh. I got the ocean sound in my ears and tunnel vision, and was able to ask them to bring me a coke. That helped a ton. I drank less than 1/4th of it, but I think I must have been having low blood sugar. The working out before giving blood probably was too much, maybe my body burned through the food much faster than normal? After the coke I got back to normal, but it was scary! I had issues with being lightheaded a couple months ago for a few weeks, but this was on a different level. 8 or 9 years ago, I passed out at a Walgreens, kind of the same deal with getting suddenly sick, so at least I knew what was happening.
Took a long nap on the couch yesterday afternoon. Did some meal prep, and DH helped this morning, but only got through a little less than half. I will do the rest over the coming days, 2 or 3 recipes a day.
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brandy327
Drama Llama
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Jun 26, 2014 16:09:34 GMT
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Post by brandy327 on Jun 13, 2016 0:05:44 GMT
So all the warnings about taking it easy after giving blood were predictive!! I went to get my nails done after giving blood - not strenuous, right? I felt fine after donating and ate a snack. About 70% of the way through my nails, I started feeling faint, sick to my stomach, definitely passy-outty. I drank some water and took deep breaths - not helping. I asked him to stop and put my head between my knees, and the lady next to me was very sweet but also said "Honey you are really white in the face." Uh oh. I got the ocean sound in my ears and tunnel vision, and was able to ask them to bring me a coke. That helped a ton. I drank less than 1/4th of it, but I think I must have been having low blood sugar. The working out before giving blood probably was too much, maybe my body burned through the food much faster than normal? After the coke I got back to normal, but it was scary! I had issues with being lightheaded a couple months ago for a few weeks, but this was on a different level. 8 or 9 years ago, I passed out at a Walgreens, kind of the same deal with getting suddenly sick, so at least I knew what was happening. Took a long nap on the couch yesterday afternoon. Did some meal prep, and DH helped this morning, but only got through a little less than half. I will do the rest over the coming days, 2 or 3 recipes a day. Oh no!!!! I'm so sorry to hear that. I HATE that passy-outty feeling!! I've passed out a couple of times and it's scary! Rest up and you'll be back to yourself in no time!
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TankTop
Pearl Clutcher
Refupea #1,871
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Location: On the couch...
Jun 28, 2014 1:52:46 GMT
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Post by TankTop on Jun 13, 2016 0:23:18 GMT
brandy327 look at you two! I really admire how positive you are in your relationship. Never an ill word. I have been working on that myself. You have such a positive and uplifting aura to you. Delta Dawn how about so fruit infused water? Maybe some Crystal Light? I never use a full pack, but sometimes I just need a little hint of flavor. AN I am glad you are taking it easy. It took me a few days to feel 100%. You might also up your iron consumption the next few days as well.
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Post by missfrenchjessica on Jun 13, 2016 0:24:26 GMT
Delta Dawn have you tried carbonated/sparkling waters? I often find I need a little "flavor" (lemon, lime, etc.) and some bubbles to make water less boring. Otherwise...I'm no help. I basically drink water and "bubbly" water, and coffee in the morning.
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Post by Delta Dawn on Jun 13, 2016 0:28:00 GMT
Delta Dawn have you tried carbonated/sparkling waters? I often find I need a little "flavor" (lemon, lime, etc.) and some bubbles to make water less boring. Otherwise...I'm no help. I basically drink water and "bubbly" water, and coffee in the morning. I have a water infuser I bought on Amazon.com a while ago. I will make some lemon water like I get at the restaurant. I am finding without sugar I am not needing as much water as i was before. Good idea Going to look for the infuser now. I need it! elannah how about so fruit infused water? Maybe some Crystal Light? I never use a full pack, but sometimes I just need a little hint of flavor. I threw out about 30 boxes of Crystal Light a couple of weeks ago because the stuff was 10 years old. I am not kidding. Box after box. I could get some fresh.
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TankTop
Pearl Clutcher
Refupea #1,871
Posts: 4,831
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Jun 28, 2014 1:52:46 GMT
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Post by TankTop on Jun 13, 2016 0:35:50 GMT
Delta Dawn when I first switched to water from soda I also found I enjoyed it more in a certain kind of cup with crushed ice. You might experiment with that as well. For me it was a styrofoam cup from McDonalds and crushed pellet ice from Sonic. You can buy it by the bag. Yes, I have issues. Lol!
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Post by littlefish on Jun 13, 2016 0:38:36 GMT
Delta Dawn have you tried LaCroix? I can't do artificial sweeteners--Crystal Light would have me in the bathroom for at least a day! AN, how scary! I've had that feeling once or twice. I'm a very hard stick and it's very difficult to get enough blood out of me to donate--which stinks because there's blood drives going on everywhere around here and they need my blood type. I'm so glad the Coke helped! I did get enough time in at the gym this afternoon to get through my lifting and some handstand hold practice. Felt good to be back!
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Post by Delta Dawn on Jun 13, 2016 0:38:55 GMT
I just made some lemon water now with my infuser. Great idea! It is delicious!
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Post by Delta Dawn on Jun 13, 2016 0:41:40 GMT
Delta Dawn when I first switched to water from soda I also found I enjoyed it more in a certain kind of cup with crushed ice. You might experiment with that as well. For me it was a styrofoam cup from McDonalds and crushed pellet ice from Sonic. You can buy it by the bag. Yes, I have issues. Lol! I saw a pellet ice maker on Quickstarter not that long ago and honest to goodness regret not getting it. I would be using it all the time. Bad move on my part. BBB might sell something similar, though. I will check it out. Our ice maker makes 1/2 moons and they are horrible. They hit your nose when you are drinking and they are just awful. I hate that freaking fridge! No you don't have ice issues. I had serious ice issues when I was expecting. I ate all the ice I could eat. Trust me I love my ice. Love it. I wish we had Sonic here. There was one in Scottsdale where we were staying years ago but I didn't want a drink at 8 am. I wanted ice. I thought i was being weird so I didn't get any. Bad mistake eh? Huge!
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Post by prapea on Jun 13, 2016 0:46:38 GMT
Did my second 5K (for this year) today. 5 more 5K's to go before August. I have been hungry all day though and I am trying to be a good girl and not eat everything that is in front of me.
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Post by Delta Dawn on Jun 13, 2016 0:51:39 GMT
I just found a ice pellet maker on Amazon.ca and it will be here on the 15th. I am good now. It makes ice in as little as 6 minutes. That's my kind of machine. My family knows I hate the fridge ice maker and how I can't WAIT for that fridge to die once and for all. The water filter is fine, it's the ice maker that is awful. First world problem I know but it's my problem. I don't want to make it anyone else's. We have a fancy rice maker and no one but DS eats rice. Why can't I have my ice maker on the counter where I can use it? The rice maker hides under the counter anyway. I need this!
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brandy327
Drama Llama
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Jun 26, 2014 16:09:34 GMT
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Post by brandy327 on Jun 13, 2016 0:56:15 GMT
Delta Dawn when I first switched to water from soda I also found I enjoyed it more in a certain kind of cup with crushed ice. You might experiment with that as well. For me it was a styrofoam cup from McDonalds and crushed pellet ice from Sonic. You can buy it by the bag. Yes, I have issues. Lol! I think we would be good, good friends IRL if we lived closer. LOL I have a thing with ice and styrofoam cups and water. LOL No Sonic here but I've had the ice from there and it's practically perfect. LOL
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brandy327
Drama Llama
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Jun 26, 2014 16:09:34 GMT
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Post by brandy327 on Jun 13, 2016 1:01:56 GMT
brandy327 look at you two! I really admire how positive you are in your relationship. Never an ill word. I have been working on that myself. You have such a positive and uplifting aura to you. I've never had a reason for ill words when it comes to my dh. I'm SO very fortunate to have him in my life and try to be thankful every day for it. He's not perfect but we're a perfect fit for each other. I look past the fact that he cannot keep his side table by the couch cleaned off and he looks past the fact that I shop too much. It's the little things. LOL And thank you SO much for the compliment. I try to live by the manta that life is too short to be miserable so I try my best to stay positive...not only here online but IRL as well. I see SO many people letting the little things drag them down...it doesn't seem like much when it's little things but you add up all those little things and then they're just miserable all the time. Life is too short. Spread the happiness...sprinkle that shit everywhere. Everyone needs it!!!
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Post by PEArfect on Jun 13, 2016 19:10:12 GMT
I need some help here. I am exercising, watching every carb I consume and am drinking plenty of water. I need something else to drink. Can someone please help me out here? Water is starting to make me sick. I have had 3 glasses of it today so far and I need something else. Sounds simple but it can't be dehydrating as I have chronic dehydration. I would really like an iced coffee. That doesn't help with the dehydration. Maybe I will just have one anyway. I am stuck. What about green tea?
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Post by PEArfect on Jun 13, 2016 19:14:24 GMT
This was my youngest daughter's birthday weekend. Very busy, but I made it to the gym. A little counter productive because of the sweets I ate lol. Friday I did an hour of cardio. Saturday was chest, triceps, abs, and cardio. Sunday was legs and shoulders. I leg pressed 585 pounds, but yet the body weight lunges made my legs sore. Funny how that works out.
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Post by Merge on Jun 14, 2016 0:49:10 GMT
Good morning everyone. I don't post to these threads much but read them every day for inspiration and motivation. It is HUMID this morning so my walk with the dogs was very sticky. We're hitting the Y as a family this afternoon - oldest DD wants to try their barre class, DH plans to get in a swim, and younger DD and I will probably do some time on the elliptical and then some bodyweight exercises like lunges and pushups before getting in the pool ourselves. Poor sweet younger DD has asked for help in losing some weight. She is 13 and has put on about 15 lbs this past year (she's always been a little thicker than the other girls but it's gotten worse this year) and is suddenly so sad about it. I have never pushed her or said anything to her other than encouraging healthy choices and activity, and she has generally not been bothered by her weight. But if she wants help, I will help her. I'm going to make an appointment with the doctor for her so we can make sure she is getting all the nutrients she needs and is losing in a healthy way, but for now, we're just redoubling our efforts with healthy choices/portion control, and trying to get out and moving most days of the week. We've all really been enjoying our green smoothies this summer. I've been gradually increasing the amount of "green" in them and have completely stopped putting in any kind of sweetener. I'm also careful about choosing fruits that are lower in sugar and going easy on them. This morning's smoothie was fresh peach, fresh blackberry and a big double handful of spinach, blended up with ice and water. Very tasty. I'm glad your dd asked for help but my heart hurts for her. I was overweight from the time I was a toddler and by the time I hit later elementary school I was well aware that I was bigger than most other kids my age. While we were getting ready for my grandmother's funeral (I was 8yo), my Aunt told me I should lose the weight as a kid because it was awful to lose it as an adult...and ended it with, you don't want to be fat all your life right?! My mom was standing right there and didn't say a word. It was that point that I REALLY noticed my weight. I love that you're going to take her to the doctor and going to help her in losing it the right way. Lots of prayers for you both!! Thank you. I have struggled with my weight from adolescence and my mom was always thin. Even her well-meaning comments hurt me a lot so I have been so careful with DD. She is such a sunny little thing and has taken to measuring portions like it's a game, so that's good.
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brandy327
Drama Llama
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Jun 26, 2014 16:09:34 GMT
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Post by brandy327 on Jun 14, 2016 0:57:11 GMT
I'm glad your dd asked for help but my heart hurts for her. I was overweight from the time I was a toddler and by the time I hit later elementary school I was well aware that I was bigger than most other kids my age. While we were getting ready for my grandmother's funeral (I was 8yo), my Aunt told me I should lose the weight as a kid because it was awful to lose it as an adult...and ended it with, you don't want to be fat all your life right?! My mom was standing right there and didn't say a word. It was that point that I REALLY noticed my weight. I love that you're going to take her to the doctor and going to help her in losing it the right way. Lots of prayers for you both!! Thank you. I have struggled with my weight from adolescence and my mom was always thin. Even her well-meaning comments hurt me a lot so I have been so careful with DD. She is such a sunny little thing and has taken to measuring portions like it's a game, so that's good. My mom never made comments but the extended family did. I remember my grandfather telling me I sounded like an elephant walking through the living room while he was trying to nap. And I had uncles that would make the beeping noise if I turned around. It's one of the reasons that I don't visit home very often. I love my immediate family but the extended family caused lots of hard feelings.
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