Bosco-d-gama Posted January 10, 2019 Share Posted January 10, 2019 So how many here are attempting to drop some weight now that the holiday pig-out festivals have passed? Ever wonder what you actually lose when you lose (or conversely gain) weight. Keeping in mind that we are ‘carbon’ based critters when we gain or lose weight we are gaining or shedding carbon as we vary our body mass. When weight is lost we lose most of it exhaling carbon dioxide which is a pretty heavy gas. The next greatest loss comes through losing water which we urinate, exhale and sweat away. Carbon dioxide and water comprise over 90% of weight retained or lost. Humans are carbon sinks, repositories of that bad stuff also called ‘greenhouse gases’. So, if you want an excuse not to diet just tell yourself and others that you do not want to contribute to global warming.🤓 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Edgar Posted January 10, 2019 Share Posted January 10, 2019 While dieting we also tend to eat less chocolate and more broccoli, which leads to production of methane - yet another greenhouse gas. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moderators dtel Posted January 10, 2019 Moderators Share Posted January 10, 2019 I could afford to lose a few carbons. Greenhouses are short and fat, coincidence? The batteries in my scale died toward the end of the year, I haven't replaced them yet, I know it's going to lie to me. true story 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
babadono Posted January 10, 2019 Share Posted January 10, 2019 When losing weight you lose carbon into the atmosphere? Or better yet when you exhale? Don't tell Al Gore. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moderators dtel Posted January 10, 2019 Moderators Share Posted January 10, 2019 31 minutes ago, babadono said: When losing weight you lose carbon into the atmosphere? Or better yet when you exhale? Don't tell Al Gore. If he would only not exhale, but then we would have never got the internet. 2 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JJkizak Posted January 10, 2019 Share Posted January 10, 2019 My diet as dictated to me by my doctor: 1...no sugar 2...no salt 3...no ice cream 4...no cake 5...no cookies 6...no pies 7...no candy 8...no pasta 9...no white bread 10..no white potatoes 11..no white rice 12..no processed food 13..no lobster 14..no salad dressing 15..no red meat 16..no egg yokes 17..no soft drinks 18..no booze 19..no shrimp 20..no liver I am now so skinny I have to turn sideways for people to see me. JJK 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave A Posted January 10, 2019 Share Posted January 10, 2019 14 minutes ago, dtel said: If he would only not exhale, but then we would have never got the internet. Here in Tennessee the interstates were labeled as being created by Gore Sr for some time. That family is just creative genius unleashed. He deserves that 24,000 square foot modest dwelling. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave A Posted January 10, 2019 Share Posted January 10, 2019 1 hour ago, Edgar said: While dieting we also tend to eat less chocolate and more broccoli, which leads to production of methane - yet another greenhouse gas. I have noticed getting older produces more methane from the same amount of source material and as a bonus I care less about subtle emissions release. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RRR Posted January 10, 2019 Share Posted January 10, 2019 The best diet is no diet, always watch what you eat. I was over 300 lbs at one point now hitting upper 250's it has taken some time but hear fast weight loss is the quickest way to put it back on so maybe I'm doing something right. 🍕🥓 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Edgar Posted January 10, 2019 Share Posted January 10, 2019 7 minutes ago, jason str said: The best diet is no diet, always watch what you eat. Unfortunately, one of my new medications seems to add weight no matter what I (don't) eat. I'm not sure how I can gain two pounds per week without eating, unless it makes me sleepwalk to the refrigerator. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RRR Posted January 10, 2019 Share Posted January 10, 2019 1 minute ago, Edgar said: Unfortunately, one of my new medications seems to add weight no matter what I (don't) eat. I'm not sure how I can gain two pounds per week without eating, unless it makes me sleepwalk to the refrigerator. I went through that as well and had the doc change medications, sometimes the side effects are worse than the ailment. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
T2K Posted January 10, 2019 Share Posted January 10, 2019 Carboplatin helped me to lose 40 pounds in less than 3 months. I felt like **** . I don't recommend it. Keith Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
whatever55 Posted January 10, 2019 Share Posted January 10, 2019 1 hour ago, Dave A said: Here in Tennessee the interstates were labeled as being created by Gore Sr for some time. That family is just creative genius unleashed. He deserves that 24,000 square foot modest dwelling. with 10 ft. walls probably...... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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rockhound Posted January 11, 2019 Share Posted January 11, 2019 Im on the wagon also.....diet is simple if you think about it. Just watch portion sizes eat a well balanced diet and lastly BURN more calories than you are consuming. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jimjimbo Posted January 11, 2019 Share Posted January 11, 2019 Smoothies and no booze for me, at least until end of Feb. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CECAA850 Posted January 11, 2019 Share Posted January 11, 2019 2 minutes ago, jimjimbo said: Smoothies and no booze for me, at least until end of Feb. Feb? I'm counting down the days till the end of January (20). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jimjimbo Posted January 11, 2019 Share Posted January 11, 2019 1 minute ago, CECAA850 said: Feb? I'm counting down the days till the end of January (20). Yep, Feb. We'll see..... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CECAA850 Posted January 11, 2019 Share Posted January 11, 2019 Just now, jimjimbo said: Yep, Feb. We'll see..... Good luck. If you put your mind to it and actually want to, you'll do it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jimjimbo Posted January 11, 2019 Share Posted January 11, 2019 Just now, CECAA850 said: Good luck. If you put your mind to it and actually want to, you'll do it. What I really WANT to do is to start sleeping better....and I'm sure this will help a bit. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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