: About Me

I am a Single Mother, Hyperemesis Survivor, Master Herbalist, and Author.

I am currently working on my degree in English/ Literature & Writing. I published a journal in 2007 that I wrote to my son while I was pregnant suffering from Hyperemesis Gravidarum.

I love writing and herbs, so I put the two together and will soon publish my second book.

My passion is ...

My Son, Herbs, Hiking, and Raising Awareness About HG

I know too much about ...

Many Things.

My parents always told me ...

You can't run away when things don't go your way!

My childhood ambition ...

To be a Veterinarian

My favorite memory ...

Any childhood memory is a good one

Why I write ...

I write for many reasons, but mostly because it gives my emotions and mind a workout.

What I am reading/watching/listening to ...

Listening to Theory of a Dead Man

My first job ...

I was a cashier in a nursery

My best moment ...

The day my son was born

My inspiration ...

For life: My Son, For Writing: Anything that stirs an emotional response from me.

Health & Fitness > Diet & Weight Loss Reasons counting calories might not help you lose weight

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While counting calories may seem like a good idea, counting calories alone will not help you lose weight.  This is because unless you understand how your body gains weight, counting calories is a moot point. Every Body is Different.  The 2,000 calorie diet that consumers see on every nutrition label is not for everyone.  Each individual needs a certain amount of calories which is based on their unique physical attributes.  Heavier individuals will need more calories just to keep their bodies functioning.  These are the calories required for breathing, pumping blood...

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