simonbaker
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Great tips, When I get a chance I will check both of those web sites, Fitness pal & FitDay, out. Sounds like right up my alley!
I don't know what the prices are in the States, but I have had acupuncture treatment for two issues. I went to a physiotherapist who was certified to practice a form of deep tissue accupuncture--it worked wonders on my chronic lower back pain and also resolved the issue where I could not turn my head and look over either shoulder. The treatments were $55 a session, and it took about 4-6 sessions to fix a problem with which I had lived for 25 years. I have been lower back pain free since 2005. And, I can still see over my shoulder. The acupuncture treatment for the sciatica nerve pain was $60 and I only required the one treatment. Some insurance plans cover acupuncture up to a certain amount. I was able to use the cost of the treatments on my tax returns under medical expenses.I would love to try accupuncture for my lower back but cost is an issue with me, too. I am OK throughout the day but it kills me during the night.
I would love to try accupuncture for my lower back but cost is an issue with me, too. I am OK throughout the day but it kills me during the night.
Carol, are you on Medicare? If so, have you read that nice thick book they send you every year? Check to see if it is covered.
I doubt if it's covered. Mine doesn't even cover my chiropractor, but he is a friend and charges me a minimal fee.
Thanks for checking Addie! I was careful what I ate all day, I did splurge & have 3 fun size twix & 2 fun sized snickers & some hard candy. I ended up only going 50 calories over my goal for the day. We had over 100 trick or treaters for 5 hours, very busy neighborhood here. It felt like I had a sugar hangover, not much for an appetite the day after. Got some time in the gym yesterday. I'm feeling much better, overall, about eating this week, & exercising this week. Maybe the pool today.Okay SB, checking up on you. How much of the Halloween candy do you eat?
Thanks for checking Addie! I was careful what I ate all day, I did splurge & have 3 fun size twix & 2 fun sized snickers & some hard candy. I ended up only going 50 calories over my goal for the day. We had over 100 trick or treaters for 5 hours, very busy neighborhood here. It felt like I had a sugar hangover, not much for an appetite the day after. Got some time in the gym yesterday. I'm feeling much better, overall, about eating this week, & exercising this week. Maybe the pool today.
Hope all is well with you Addie!
I just love it, it feels like an internal massage.Aqua chi sounds awesome.
Just something healthier than my usual lunch:
I had a passel of Swiss chard left in the garden, so I made this recipe. It's colorful, healthy, and really good! Plus, it is easy to substitute items if needed. Leeks instead of garlic. Spinach instead of chard. Black beans instead of pintos, etc.
I cut the oil and butter to 1 tablespoon each. And I added 2 cups of cooked Barilla PLUS macaroni. All said, a yummy lunch for 344 calories per serving! With the two cups of pasta, I have four lunches! Oh, and it freezes well too!
I copied that recipe. I love Swiss Chard and also Pinto Beans. What could I substitute for the goat cheese, if necessary?
I copied that recipe. I love Swiss Chard and also Pinto Beans. What could I substitute for the goat cheese, if necessary?