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Hostess Meagan
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Username: Newheart14
Post Number: 1532
Registered: 01-2009
| | Posted on Wednesday, November 10, 2010 - 07:55 pm: | 
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TIPS FOR DEALING WITH SEASONAL BLUES
The seasons and weather are changing and sometimes our moods may change with them. If less daylight leaves you feeling blue, or down in the dumps, try some of these tips to lift your spirits and stay on track with your weight loss goals.
Don't let the weather outside derail your healthy habits. Continue to follow a nutritious diet that includes healthy foods like fruits, vegetables, whole grains and nonfat dairy products. Opt for 'lighter' comfort foods like vegetable soups and casseroles. You can include fish such as salmon or tuna to get mood-lifting omega-3 fatty acids in your diet.
Get regular exercise. Moving your body is a great way to give your mood a boost. Aim for at least thirty minutes of activity a day. Go for a walk, or if the weather outside does not allow that, then keep going with daily exercise indoors. Get moving to a workout or dance DVD or do some house cleaning, which is a great way to burn some extra calories.
Be sure to get a good night's sleep. Move the television and computer out of the bedroom. The bedroom should be a place for relaxation and sleep. Keep your sleeping area as dark as possible, as well as cool and quiet. Make a relaxing pre-bed routine, such as having a warm bath and a cup of decaf tea.
Lift your spirits by spending time with family and friends. Plan activities with people that you know you enjoy. Make time to play a board game or a WiiŽ game with your kids, or go to a movie with a friend. Building a network of friends and family that can nurture you will support you in your weight loss efforts too.
If you feel depressed for 2 weeks or longer, talk to your health care provider.
Source: Jenny Craig - November 2 Issue, Vol. 2
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Idiopathic dilated cardiomyopathy 1991 and CHF
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CiscoKidney07
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Username: Gregg
Post Number: 4120
Registered: 03-2008
| | Posted on Thursday, November 11, 2010 - 09:15 am: |
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I agree with these Meagan. I would add something to the last one, though. Lift your spirits by spending time with family and friends.... AND EAT!! LOL!! I am getting a blues reliever this evening--taking the little woman, our niece and her husband out to our favorite restaurant for nieces b'day (11/3), our 36th wedding anniversary (11/16) and LadyDi's 29th b'day (11/18). Since I am familiar with the chef, I am certain that in addition to our regular outstanding meal, we will be getting some extras. We usually do.
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Hostess Meagan
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Username: Newheart14
Post Number: 1537
Registered: 01-2009
| | Posted on Thursday, November 11, 2010 - 09:59 am: |
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I like that Gregg. I do miss going out to dinner, but since I have been checking the nutrient contents at our favourite restaurants we haven't eaten out in a while. I want to see how long I can keep this weight off before I start eating out. When the kids come for dinner, they have to eat the Weight Watchers food ... lol. I am still sticking to it for the moment although I have lost more than my goal weight - 14 lbs.
I am sending you and LadyDi congratulations and best wishes on your 36th Wedding Anniversary (wow heading for the big four and OH), a big Happy Birthday to LadyDi, and to your niece.
May you all have a wonderful celebration tonight.
Tomorrow, please do tell us what y'all had for dinner so I can visualize and pretend I was there. 
Have a great time!
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Heart-Liver Transplant - February 14, 2008
Toronto General Hospital, Toronto, Canada
Idiopathic dilated cardiomyopathy 1991 and CHF
- Most of the important things in the world have been accomplished by people who have kept trying when there seemed to be no hope at all - Dale Carnegie
- Bumps in the road can sometimes be mountains, so I have learned to climb mountains - Meagan
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flsunshinegurl
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Username: Flsunshinegurl
Post Number: 24
Registered: 02-2010
| | Posted on Thursday, November 11, 2010 - 10:03 am: |
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HOLY MOLY!!!! Your 36th wedding anniversary, Congratulations!!!!!
I have also heard if you eat a plain white potato every nite before you go to bed. Adjust the size depending on how you feel. And it can't be a sweet potato, lol. Sounds crazy I know!!
But, anything that has to do with potatos has to be cheer you up right? LOL
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