tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8289273.post5741070904383672089..comments2023-06-25T11:24:57.244+01:00Comments on fairyhedgehog: Don't blame me if I'm fat!fairyhedgehoghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14141089706966852951noreply@blogger.comBlogger15125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8289273.post-21638463163923676162013-09-15T18:36:46.735+01:002013-09-15T18:36:46.735+01:00Kitty, I haven't seen those programs; they sou...Kitty, I haven't seen those programs; they sound interesting. I must admit we ate a lot this summer on holiday, the only snag is that the cold weather makes us want to eat more too. I suppose we should be grateful we all have enough food all the time!fairyhedgehoghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14141089706966852951noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8289273.post-37477683299231534532013-09-15T12:39:21.009+01:002013-09-15T12:39:21.009+01:00I've been thoroughly enjoying the docus "...I've been thoroughly enjoying the docus "The men who made us fat.." "The men who made us thin.." etc. Very very enlightening!!! Basically saying the same thing as this article! I think one of the scientist in the docu said that the human body has been structured to store food when there is plenty to stave off the times when there is not so plenty. So we eat during summer to keep starvation at bay during winter when traditionally there isn't any food anywhere. These days food is available (in the western and rich countries) all year round and more so food that is totally not healthy or conducive to the humans' biology. And such food that is controlled by these rich mega companies who pedal the unproven link that exercise alone makes you lose weight. What a mess!<br /><br />Take care<br />x<br /><br />Old Kittyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13185547869183611159noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8289273.post-9422384301923385782013-09-01T12:20:02.868+01:002013-09-01T12:20:02.868+01:00Lovely blog. I'm now following alonng via Blog...Lovely blog. I'm now following alonng via Bloglovin and looking forward to visiting often. Meow.<br />~Vanessa<br />http://vanessa-morgan.blogspot.com<br />http://travelling-cats.blogspot.comVanessa Morganhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02953359344425030388noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8289273.post-82061778160320433992013-08-28T20:34:27.716+01:002013-08-28T20:34:27.716+01:00Crystal, I agree. If I don't do any exercise i...Crystal, I agree. If I don't do any exercise in a day I feel jumpy and irritable, so I usually get out there on my bike even if it's only for a tootle around the lanes round here.fairyhedgehoghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14141089706966852951noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8289273.post-18684232370619273712013-08-28T17:48:25.305+01:002013-08-28T17:48:25.305+01:00I KNOW! It's amazing how the overall health of...I KNOW! It's amazing how the overall health of a person is so closely connected with their mental/emotional state. Granted, exercise to keep the metabolism going is always a great idea. I find my mental state is much better when I've had a workout. ;) Crystal Collierhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03912469552483168148noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8289273.post-50026265858615333332013-08-28T08:09:37.762+01:002013-08-28T08:09:37.762+01:00Hi Sophie! You're spot on about both those thi...Hi Sophie! You're spot on about both those things. My Mum developed thyroid problems and went from skinny to very large, even though she was given medication. The doctors over here seem to like to keep people under-medicated. And when my son changed from one anti-depressant to another he lost about three stones in weight. <br /><br />And do you know, my son's doctor was convinced that if only he'd lose weight he wouldn't be tired all the time. He has CFS. The weight loss made zero difference.<br /><br />Sorry, I won't rant at you any more especially as we're both on the same side in this! It's lovely to see you again. I hope you're well.fairyhedgehoghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14141089706966852951noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8289273.post-30189602110083779672013-08-28T00:38:12.169+01:002013-08-28T00:38:12.169+01:00I have two other reasons to add to the what-makes-...I have two other reasons to add to the what-makes-one-fat list: thyroid issues (controls all other hormones in body as well as metabolism) and medication side effects, especially psychiatric meds. At our house I tell husband, "you can have a fat, sane wife or a skinny crazy wife." Sometimes I'm not sure which I prefer. ;)<br /><br />Welcome Home!Sophie in the Moonlighthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14754353352676037813noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8289273.post-40922745358072183922013-08-27T10:21:46.790+01:002013-08-27T10:21:46.790+01:00Whirl, I didn't know that procrastination is g...Whirl, I didn't know that procrastination is good for your health!<br /><br />(I like that cat photo too.)fairyhedgehoghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14141089706966852951noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8289273.post-42404732694162140672013-08-25T18:44:15.965+01:002013-08-25T18:44:15.965+01:00Brisk walking is the key.
Most neighbourhoods fea...Brisk walking is the key.<br /><br />Most neighbourhoods feature 5 or 10 minute routes you can find a way of whipping round.<br /><br />When I'm stuck indoors at the keyboard, it's a great way to take a break, and on a really good procrastination day I can fit in half a dozen quick walks.<br /><br />Plus — love the cat!Whirlochrehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09846196906206886945noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8289273.post-25739205847211412932013-08-21T20:48:03.344+01:002013-08-21T20:48:03.344+01:00It took me ages to try out the route today due to ...It took me ages to try out the route today due to google directions being very confusing in places. I reckon it's about a 40 minute ride (google thinks it's 25!) which is doable.<br /><br />But Mr Hedgehog has just looked over the contract with me before I post it off and he's raised a few concerns. Oh dear. I hope I can get this new job to work out!fairyhedgehoghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14141089706966852951noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8289273.post-62170894590751128662013-08-21T16:41:48.750+01:002013-08-21T16:41:48.750+01:004 miles is quite a lot. I bike 2.4 miles to work -...4 miles is quite a lot. I bike 2.4 miles to work - it takes me 12-15 minutes, and the nice thing is, I feel I can put up with any weather and traffic for such a short time. 4 miles and I might be tempted to get the Overground now and then...Lexihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14404818053292364819noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8289273.post-46059528315201466122013-08-21T14:33:43.522+01:002013-08-21T14:33:43.522+01:00Brown fat cells and chemicals - if only they let u...Brown fat cells and chemicals - if only they let us off the hook! I'm thinking of trying cycling to my new job - it's only 4 miles but I don't want to turn up too tired to work! Maybe I can work up to it.fairyhedgehoghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14141089706966852951noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8289273.post-53211964036863477712013-08-21T13:42:40.442+01:002013-08-21T13:42:40.442+01:00In my young day it was brown fat cells. I remember...In my young day it was brown fat cells. I remember my then boyfriend showing me an article in triumph and saying it was easy for me to stay slim while he put on weight as obviously, I had these magic cells and he didn't.<br /><br />Nothing to do with the fact that he'd got his first car and stopped cycling...Lexihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14404818053292364819noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8289273.post-76022335942241598262013-08-21T09:42:44.434+01:002013-08-21T09:42:44.434+01:00I don't!
It seems to me it's very compli...I don't! <br /><br />It seems to me it's very complicated, and that if many of the people (and animals) who are getting fatter aren't eating more then in some cases something else may be contributing. <br /><br />It's worth reading the article because it's a complex subject and my summary doesn't do it justice.fairyhedgehoghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14141089706966852951noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8289273.post-49360409299099078722013-08-21T09:38:23.048+01:002013-08-21T09:38:23.048+01:00You're not taking me with you on this one, FH....You're not taking me with you on this one, FH. How do you explain all the people who are fit, healthy and a normal weight?Lexihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14404818053292364819noreply@blogger.com