Wa-Rite

The topic for Wa-Rite’s meeting on June 17 was “There’s no cheating, only choosing.”

The group recorded a total weight loss of 28 pounds for the week. Melinda Lee and Mary Dominic were the biggest losers, each losing three pounds. The loss helped Lee achive her short-term goal.

Shirley LaBreque gave a presentation on not giving up. She has lost 25 pounds since this last January. LaBreque eats sugar free cereal for breakfast, veggie soup for lunch, popcorn for a snack, and a small portion of whatever she cooks for her husband for dinner.

Teresa Morales shared an article titled “Thyroid: Secret Weapon to Boost Mood and Energy.” She learned that avocados help balance thyroid hormones. Iodine and magnesium helps with keeping the thyroid healthy, and can be found in almonds and spinach.