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one of my good friends tina, sent me this link when i sent her a pic of my pumpkin hub got for us thought id share If you throw away the seeds when you carve a pumpkin you're throwing out the most nutritious part. Not to mention that once you've tried freshly-roasted pumpkin seeds you'll never throw them out again. But they don’t just taste great, these seeds support superb health too. Here’s how: 1. They’re high in the sleep-enhancing amino acid tryptophan that converts to serotonin in your body and helps ensure a good night’s sleep; 2. They’re also high in the heart-healing mineral magnesium, which is Nature’s natural relaxant; 3. Their high levels of easily-digestible protein helps stabilize blood sugar when eaten as a snack throughout the day. Stable blood sugar means weight loss if you’re trying to lose. 4. High in Omega 3s, pumpkin seed oil has been shown in studies to reduce the incidence of benign prostatic hypertrophy (BPH)—a condition in which the prostate gland becomes enlarged. 5. Pumpkin seeds are also high in the prostate-protecting mineral zinc, making these seeds the ultimate snack for men’s health. 6. They're a good source of blood-building and energy-boosting iron. 7. In animal studies, when pumpkin seeds were added to the diet, the anti-inflammatory results were comparable to the effectiveness of the drug indomethacin—without the side-effects. 8. Their phytosterol compounds are believed to lower cholesterol levels. Of nuts and seeds, pumpkin seeds have the second highest amount of sterols (next to sunflower seeds and pistachios which tied for first). 9. Pumpkin seeds are an excellent source of fiber which helps keep you regular. 10. They are alkalizing to the body's pH unlike most snack foods that are acid-forming in the body. Acidity has been linked to pain, illness, and even cancer. To preserve the health benefits of the oils found in pumpkin seeds, be sure to roast them on a baking sheet on low heat in the oven (about 170 degrees F or 75 degrees Celsius) for 15-20 minutes. Toss with a sprinkling of sea salt and enjoy. If you haven't tried them warm, you're in for a real treat! You can also enjoy hulled pumpkin seeds on a salad, in place of pine nuts in pesto, ground on oatmeal or warm cereal, or atop your favorite pasta dish. They're extremely versatile. ~Dr. Michelle Schoffro Cook

couple months i think is better congrats on your surgery btw

my tips is to believe in yourself and realize this banding is not an overnight thing and to follow what your dr says for you to do.

belly shelf

i have no problem eating anything i am guessing all people are different just chew chew chew

wanted to share nonetheless

missy is right some who are larger and based on their skin, weight amount, height even, will have more skin honestly, id rather have some saggy (if even gross) skin then be obese. if you are able to get skin surgery, go for it

i wish us 4 could all go my nail salon serves wine nuff said......... hub has bail money.........

now i need a princess bandaid for her booboo

no tips, these are my talons with solar nail acrylic over top so they dont break

i dont do fb can you send me pics

what is your gas prices today?

Tip Of The Day Support your weight loss buddies. We all need plenty of support so make sure you do what you can to help other people on the same little adventure. I try to visit several current friends and their blogs each day along with making some new friends. I do get a bit lazy from time to time but I know how important every little comment can be. One comment can be the difference between someone tossing in the towel or keeping up the fight, so make sure you keep supporting your buddies in the blog world, the forum world and the real world. Helping others is a great way to actually help yourself too.

Get Off The Scale! You are beautiful. Your beauty, just like your capacity for life, happiness, and success, is immeasurable. Day after day, countless people across the globe get on a scale in search of validation of beauty and social acceptance. Get off the scale! I have yet to see a scale that can tell you how enchanting your eyes are. I have yet to see a scale that can show you how wonderful your hair looks when the sun shines its glorious rays on it. I have yet to see a scale that can thank you for your compassion, sense of humor, and contagious smile. Get off the scale because I have yet to see one that can admire you for your perseverance when challenged in life. It’s true, the scale can only give you a numerical reflection of your relationship with gravity. That’s it. It cannot measure beauty, talent, purpose, life force, possibility, strength, or love. Don’t give the scale more power than it has earned. Take note of the number, then get off the scale and live your life. You are beautiful!” Steve Maraboli

do what you think you (cannot) do

my dr said no to nsaids pre and post op and to use tylenol i would suggest listening t your dr on their instructions and call and ask them if its ok as they are the ones who know you and your band life best (besides you) congrats on your surgery

me also mad. many with my band, hernia repair and plication call me suture princess haha

we left off on shelf butts before i went to bed and woke to i like big butts mercy i knew i loved you guys if we cant talk azzes then what can we talk about

local bike shop took this pic of hubs ride for their fb page and ez mag...thought id share

HD fatboy

yes, when he puts on the other seat we have with a back rest...

i knew i loved you guys

okay.......i shall let you take the lead on this one chickee before my breast reduction, i guess i had a titty shelf........

is this a butt shelf?