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Back in 2002 I went on the Atkins Diet and lost a total of 55 lbs. I have to say that even though it's not for everyone, it definitely worked for me because I liked the food I was allowed to eat, I lost quickly enough to stay motivated and I started feeling better than I had for years! (read my initial story here)   I stuck with it for about 2 years and then slowly started adding the "bad stuff" back into my diet and put about 20 lbs back on. THEN I quit smoking and the weight situation went out the window!. Now I'm looking at low glycemic foods, trying to drink more water and pushing myself to walk more regularly. I'm also reading a lot more of Dr. Andrew Weil's advice, not only about food, but our general health during menopause.

First of all, when you don't have those fat cells plumping out your wrinkles, you look older. It's amazing how many different places you can find hanging skin. And then when you try to find an exercise program that fits with your lifestyle, well.... so far I haven't found the perfect "Couch Potato" regime! Jeez, they all want you to SIT UPRIGHT!

So, I've been doing some research for you and will be posting links to sites that offer traditional and some not-so-traditional methods for losing weight during this time when NOTHING seems to work!

Whether you prefer Weight Watchers, Jenny Craig, LA Weight Loss, or one of the low carb programs such as Atkins or Protein Power, the key to losing weight during "the change" is exercise and watching your portions.



Join us on the Message Board and talk 
about what program works best for you!


Here's some great tips from Staness Jonekos, 
author of the much anticipated book (January 2010)
The Menopause Makeover: 
The Ultimate Survival Guide & Essential Planner,
the first one-stop shopping survival guide and essential planner 
with an actual 12-Week Plan for menopausal women. This book is a step-by-step guide and planner filled with solutions for menopause symptoms and new options for diet, exercise and beauty. It is for women who are ready to get informed, take action and set goals


 


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