Hi,

This is Nancy and I do pediatric homecare for medically fragile children. Way off topic. I seen your weight loss and immediately thought of my friend who lives in Dallas and is a herbalist as well as MSN "RN' - great lady. She lost over a 100# on the herbal medication and now she is helping others to do the same - she is working with a herbalist - so best of both world.

Not sure what your ideal wt you want to be but wanted to say " Way to Go"

Nancy

What herbal medication are you talking about?

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So how goes the weight loss, Herbalnurse919? Hang in there and know many of us are behind you. Even if one backlsides, or gains a little back, don't get discouraged. Good luck!

actualy im trying to loose weight so ieat one meal inthe day, im walking for half hour daily.

About a year and a half ago, I weighed 300 Lbs. I am now 150. I wish I could post a before and after picture, but don't know how to do so. Addendum, I just figured out how to post it in my profile. I did it by doing the things that I was taught to teach othersto do! I go to yoga class, Pilates, step classes, run 70 minutes at 7.5 miles per hour, and take body toning classes. I eat 5 small meals that are balanced, low fat, low salt, low sugar. 2 portions of fresh fruit, a a lot of raw veggies.  I drink 8 glasses of water a day, and with all that running, it's easy to do! But I started out slowly. When I first got on the tread mill, all I could do was walk. I suffered from sleep apnea, and now it's gone. I didn't take any pills, have any surgery, or fall for any gimicks. I just made up my mind to take control of my life and change it. Funny, as it's been nearly 2 years now, my mom and I went to cheese cake factory, and I ordered a piece of cheese cake. I totally hated it! I lost my sweet tooth. Staying away from sweets for such a long time, I've lost the desire for sweets. It made me happy not to like it!. You stick with eating healthy, but never forget to get some exersize in there too. It's good for you physically and mentally. And you can make so many friends at the gym. Good for you ... keep it up.

thanks for sharing all this great information, I started going to a jazzercise class 4 time a week, then walking a mile and my average weight loss is a pound a week, I just started really reading the labels at the market and it's amazing how many items I put back after reading the label. congrats to you guys that have lost weight already, keep up the good work.,

HEALTHLY THIS NURSES ON THE RISE 

Rebecca,

Just remember to make healthy food choices everytime you have that choice. You don's need the stress of trying to change drastically on top of nursing school. Add water. Stop soda's. Choose healthy every chance you get. Little things will make a difference. One Step At a Time....

Great to hear of your weight loss. As nurses, we need to exemplify good health and practice what we preach. Congratulations and continued success!

Back in April 2010 I decided I needed to increase my activity level and return to an active lifestyle. When I was in my 20's I worked out 2-3 hours a day four times a week; and, I rode the MS150 on my bicycle because I was in great shape. As years went by, I had allowed my asthma and allergy problems to hold me back; and, nursing hours only contributed to my procrastination. I workout in the gym now for 1-2 hours a day at least 3 times per week, go swimming and bicycling. I feel great physically and mentally! Oh and I have lost over 22 pounds in the past three months..Exercise, portion control, stress management and healthy food choices have helped me achieve balance in life. The weight loss is just an added benefit. I am now striving to be a healthy nurse so I can be strong for my patients/families. Stay healthy!

I thinks it's great for people that can stay wiith a wt  loss program, I have been fighting this battle for years