Don't know where to start

[Leasa]

Unfortunately, I've never paid much attention to nutrition, calories or fat before. I want to make myself out a menu and grocery list (now is a good time since we need to go grocery shopping), but I don't have a guide line on where to start. Help, I'm lost.

I'm going for an over all healthier lifestyle. I have bipolar disorder and post traumatic stress syndrome, and I believe that besides weight loss, a better diet and exercise, will help me to manage my mental illnesses as well.

Leasa

[Trying4Thin]

Ok well why dont you list what you eat in a typical day now. Then list what you dont like to eat. You can either type this here or send a private message. I would be glad to help. Starting is always tough; but once you do, it will get much easier. We all had a Day 1...

Do you exercise at all?

[Leasa]

Well, I've exercised for 45min. once this week. I'm doing yard work as a form of exercise. My yard is a mess and can use allot of work. This used to be my favorite thing to do, so I think it's something that I can reasonably do to burn calories and to build muscle and endurance.

I like baby spinach, green peas, grean beans, raw carrots, raw onions, raw bellpeppers (never had them cooked), wheat bread, most fruits, and most meats.

I don't like tomatoes very much, although I will eat them in salsa. I don't like olives or banana peppers. I don't like sour things except pickles. I don't like allot of garlic or italian seasonings.

Thanks,
Leasa

[Trying4Thin]

Ok I will get back to you tomorrow. It's way past my bedtime.

You are headed in the right direction. You like veggies! I hear the darker they are; the healthier they are for you.

Good luck!

[Missy]

I left you a huge post in your other thread....

Don't know where to start

[mrbean]

Just what the Doctor Ordered. 'You On A Diet'

Weight Loss Tips From Dr Oz
http://health.discovery.com/fansites...k=Home_leftnav

Beginning, Intermediate, and Advanced Video Workouts;
http://www.oprah.com/tows/pastshows/...061102_b.jhtml