Belly Fat to Flat, Foods To Add and Subtract Tummy

 I've lost 97 pounds and dropped from size 20 to size 3/ 4. I gained 100 pounds after losing two stillborn babies. I put on weight all over, but especially in the stomach. Belly fat has always been my nemesis. And it's pernicious, even since losing weight.

So I research what causes and cures belly fat. Some advice is contradictory, so I follow trusted physicians like Dr. Oz, and my personal experience. The trick is to avoid saturated fat, highly-inflammatory, sugary, salty and bloating foods. Eat healthy MUFAs (monounsaturated fatty acids), metabolism-boosters, omega-3 fatty acids, flavonoids, fermented foods, vitamin C. Here's an A-Z guide of foods that add and subtract to tummy bulge.   Belly Fat or Flat, Foods That Boost and Burn Stomach Bulge 

Don't Be Ashamed of Pre-Menstrual Syndome, PMDD

Do you suffer with PMS (premenstrual syndrome) or the even more difficult PMDD (premenstrual dysphoric disorder). I've struggled with PMDD for decades before I knew it had a name. Now I'm in menopause but I still get PMS-like symptoms. Do family members complain that you are grouchy? Do you berate yourself for PMS irritability? Well quit it. Embrace PMS. It's a good wake up call for everyone that mom is human. Obviously, I'm not saying wave PMS like a flag to excuse behavior. God forbid we'd use horrific cramps and back pain as excuse (insert sarcasm).  But it's us who struggle most and we deserve a little TLC. Read on. Womens' Health Help: Don't Be Ashamed of Pre-Menstrual Syndome 

Stay Away from Steroidal DHEA Weight Loss Supplement

 I’ve been dieting and lost 96 pounds. I use herbal and fruit supplements recommended by Dr. Oz, or another trusted source. I’d heard of DHEA and found it in the Meijer and Sundown Naturals vitamins. So it was FDA approved. It was labeled as helping metabolize sugar.

I’ve used cinnamon for blood sugar problems and thought DHEA might help. Well, it boosted metabolism right into mania. My heart pounded, my hands shook. I had delusions and panic attacks. I couldn’t stop crying and yelling. I’ve never reacted like this even to caffeine. I found out its a steroid with testosterone and estrogen called Dehydroepiandrosterone.  Stay Away from Steroidal DHEA Weight Loss Supplement

How I Lost 96 Pounds, Dropped 10 BMI Points, 8 Sizes

I was a "chubby" child, but slim in high school and young adult life. Through four children, I stayed at 130 pounds. Then I lost two stillborn babies, started the antidepressant Paxil and put on over 100 pounds. In 2012, I started dieting with little success. Finally I hit on a working plan, lost 96 pounds and dropped eight sizes (20 to 4). I've shed most excess body fat and got my BMI to 24.7 from 34. Left is me 2010 and right  is March 2014. Here's how.  How I Lost 96 Pounds, 10 BMI Points and 8 Sizes

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