by jd40adm | Jul 20, 2020 | Real Talk
I went in for my annual physical last week and the results of my fasting blood labs came back this morning. Nothing truly surprising here, but I did want to walk through them because they give a good picture of my current health and where I need to improve. Z...
by jd40adm | Jul 9, 2020 | Real Talk
For the first time in my adult life this “lifestyle change” is easy. Hubs asked what makes it so much different this time? First, I think I am truly motivated on a core level. Second, I honestly think I found the right combination of supplements that kill...
by jd40adm | Jun 26, 2020 | Real Talk
My vitals look good. I’m down a pound (8 pounds since my “rock bottom”) since my last weigh in. I’ve been actively tracking all sorts of health metrics to make sure I’m making good choices for my body. Blood Pressure: Looking Better Ever...
by jd40adm | Jun 23, 2020 | Real Talk
I took a day “off.” I took a day to just allow whatever the fam was eating. It didn’t go well. Father’s Day means bacon and Krispy Kreme and pizza. And by the next day I’d put on 4 pounds. 4 pounds that haven’t wanted to shake off...
by jd40adm | Jun 14, 2020 | Real Talk
I went donate blood yesterday. It was a typical screen. Things like “have you been out of the country?”, “have you had sex with gay man?”, “have you gotten a tattoo recently?”. Then they prick your finger to screen more deeply and while you wait for those results to...
by jd40adm | Jun 7, 2020 | Exercise, Meal Planning, Real Talk
I crave change. Where I am right now is not OK and I can clearly see that I need to head in a different direction. PCOS is an ugly beast. Most experts agree that it is likely linked to genetics and that it can’t be cured. The best hope for good outcomes is to...
