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louisefrank @louisefrank (356) 18 Mar 10

Whenever I start a discussion, I try to pick a "best response" although sometimes it's very difficult as there are several people who always write really good comments. I have sometimes picked a "best response" after a couple of...

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louisefrank I didn't know about people not responding after a best response decision has been made. It wouldn't occur to me not to participate because of that. There's some very good advice in your comment so thank you very much.

20 Mar 10

louisefrank @louisefrank (356) 18 Mar 10

Whenever I start a discussion, I try to pick a "best response" although sometimes it's very difficult as there are several people who always write really good comments. I have sometimes picked a "best response" after a couple of...

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louisefrank Yes, I always find it a hard decision to make because there's always at least two or three comments that are equally good. I'm definitely making the decision too early so will hold off for a week or two from now on.

20 Mar 10

louisefrank @louisefrank (356) 18 Mar 10

Whenever I start a discussion, I try to pick a "best response" although sometimes it's very difficult as there are several people who always write really good comments. I have sometimes picked a "best response" after a couple of...

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louisefrank Thank you, Sandra - You are one of the people who ALWAYS gives a considered and sensible reply. I have been reading through the myLot guidelines but there's an awful lot to take in. Thank you for the link to that particular FAQ, Alice.

20 Mar 10

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louisefrank @louisefrank (356) 18 Mar 10

Whenever I start a discussion, I try to pick a "best response" although sometimes it's very difficult as there are several people who always write really good comments. I have sometimes picked a "best response" after a couple of...

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louisefrank You're much more sensible than I am! I want to give my opinion AND get a best response. But I'm fairly new to myLot so no doubt I will grow out of it!

20 Mar 10

louisefrank @louisefrank (356) 18 Mar 10

Whenever I start a discussion, I try to pick a "best response" although sometimes it's very difficult as there are several people who always write really good comments. I have sometimes picked a "best response" after a couple of...

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louisefrank I must admit it makes my day when I get a best response. I have definitely been awarding them too quickly so I will take your advice and wait a week or two. Thank you.

20 Mar 10

louisefrank @louisefrank (356) 18 Mar 10

Whenever I start a discussion, I try to pick a "best response" although sometimes it's very difficult as there are several people who always write really good comments. I have sometimes picked a "best response" after a couple of...

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louisefrank I think because I'm relatively new to myLot I'm taking the whole thing far too seriously! I need to lighten up a bit and be more like you, Benny!

20 Mar 10

louisefrank @louisefrank (356) 17 Mar 10

I love food but I have managed to keep my weight under control with a mixture of watching what I eat and exercise. But I have a friend who is obese. She says food to her is like drug addiction and sometimes she can't stop eating...

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louisefrank Your idea about a "guide" is a good one. I think I might ask her if I can be her unofficial "coach".

20 Mar 10

louisefrank @louisefrank (356) 17 Mar 10

I love food but I have managed to keep my weight under control with a mixture of watching what I eat and exercise. But I have a friend who is obese. She says food to her is like drug addiction and sometimes she can't stop eating...

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louisefrank I so wish that I and my friend were those kinds of people who could eat what they want and never put on weight. I'm so jealous! I'm like you, I try to be sensible because I don't feel on top form when I'm overweight.

20 Mar 10

louisefrank @louisefrank (356) 17 Mar 10

I love food but I have managed to keep my weight under control with a mixture of watching what I eat and exercise. But I have a friend who is obese. She says food to her is like drug addiction and sometimes she can't stop eating...

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louisefrank Thank you, Delkar. You're right. I'm sure exercise is more the answer than a strict diet, which she will never keep to. Exercise will burn the calories and also keep her mind off food.

20 Mar 10

louisefrank @louisefrank (356) 17 Mar 10

I love food but I have managed to keep my weight under control with a mixture of watching what I eat and exercise. But I have a friend who is obese. She says food to her is like drug addiction and sometimes she can't stop eating...

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louisefrank There are some really good ideas in your comment. I'm a very keen walker so I will try to persuade her to come out with me for a walk in the countryside - just a little way to start with, I don't want to frighten her!

18 Mar 10

louisefrank @louisefrank (356) 17 Mar 10

I love food but I have managed to keep my weight under control with a mixture of watching what I eat and exercise. But I have a friend who is obese. She says food to her is like drug addiction and sometimes she can't stop eating...

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louisefrank Thanks for those links which I will definitely pass on to her. I know she tends to eat processed foods, I think because they give her a quick "hit". It could well be a vicious circle.

18 Mar 10

louisefrank @louisefrank (356) 17 Mar 10

I love food but I have managed to keep my weight under control with a mixture of watching what I eat and exercise. But I have a friend who is obese. She says food to her is like drug addiction and sometimes she can't stop eating...

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louisefrank She has quite a few hobbies already but, you're right, something more physical would, I am sure, be beneficial. Thank you for your input.

18 Mar 10

louisefrank @louisefrank (356) 17 Mar 10

I love food but I have managed to keep my weight under control with a mixture of watching what I eat and exercise. But I have a friend who is obese. She says food to her is like drug addiction and sometimes she can't stop eating...

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louisefrank "You have to understand a person's history to understand the food addiction" - wise words. I think she's going to have to do some therapy or something to get to the root of the problem.

18 Mar 10

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louisefrank @louisefrank (356) 17 Mar 10

I love food but I have managed to keep my weight under control with a mixture of watching what I eat and exercise. But I have a friend who is obese. She says food to her is like drug addiction and sometimes she can't stop eating...

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louisefrank I've never heard of Overeaters Anonymous, or the health group. I will definitely check those out. I've heard of Cognitive Behavior Therapy but have never looked into it. Another good idea. I'm getting such good tips on this discussion.

18 Mar 10

louisefrank @louisefrank (356) 17 Mar 10

I love food but I have managed to keep my weight under control with a mixture of watching what I eat and exercise. But I have a friend who is obese. She says food to her is like drug addiction and sometimes she can't stop eating...

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louisefrank I think you may be on to something about the chemical reaction in the brain not telling you that you're full. I know I could carry on eating for ages if left to my own devices! I'm from Britain and although we get the Discovery channel, our timings are...

18 Mar 10

louisefrank @louisefrank (356) 17 Mar 10

I love food but I have managed to keep my weight under control with a mixture of watching what I eat and exercise. But I have a friend who is obese. She says food to her is like drug addiction and sometimes she can't stop eating...

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louisefrank I think many people try to mask their unhappiness with self-destructive behaviour, whether it's eating, drinking, smoking or even things like driving too fast. I don't think it's a question of discipline because she is a very disciplined person in every other...

18 Mar 10

louisefrank @louisefrank (356) 17 Mar 10

I love food but I have managed to keep my weight under control with a mixture of watching what I eat and exercise. But I have a friend who is obese. She says food to her is like drug addiction and sometimes she can't stop eating...

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louisefrank Some very good advice. No one else has mentioned a nutritionist but that's an excellent idea.

18 Mar 10

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