Wednesday, October 8, 2008

Week 3

So I have lost 3.5 pounds so far. I wish it was going faster, but 2 pounds a week is what is recommended as safe, so I just have to roll with it.

From an article entitled "11 Surprising Reasons You're Not Losing Weight":

11. You rarely see the sun

Dermatologists have been warning against sun exposure for years, but there may be good reason to let a little light into your life. Obesity has been associated with lower vitamin D levels, and sunshine is one of the best ways to increase those levels. Although you still need to be cautious about how much sun you get, some experts recommend getting up to 20 minutes of unprotected exposure (except the hands and face) daily.

One more reason to move back East!