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I was on long term prednisone use, for RA, and have gained 50 pounds in 3 years.
Diet & Health / 7:24 AM - Friday November 27, 2009

I was on long term prednisone use, for RA, and have gained 50 pounds in 3 years.

I had gastric bypass in 2002 and lost over 100 pounds. My diet has not increased, still can't eat much, usually no more than 1200 calories a day. How can I restart my metabolism with mobility issues, and restart my adrenal glands working properply?

- Asked by Female, 46-55, Cleveland, Retired

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walk slowly
steps as many as you can
get out of the house go to a park take in sunshine
vitamins
start thinking positively, that I can do this...



- Response by movi, A Guy Critical, Male, 46-55, Administrative

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I am no doctor but a good exercise program will do you a lot of good. Also consult with a dietician.
argie

- Response by argie, A Creative, Female, Who Cares?, Who Cares?

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Prednisone is a double-edged sword! My mother was on heavy does of it after her kidney transplant. She also gained weight, developed "moon face", and would perspire heavily around her neck.
Do you have any of those symtoms? Do you bruise easily? Do you have dark blotches on your skin, particularly your arms?

- Response by hearmenow, A Guy Critical, Male, 56-65, Other Profession

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exercise is the best way to jump start your metabolism. since you have mobility issues try exercises that are easy on the joints such as swimming, yoga, palates, or an eliptical machine.

- Response by darchie, A Thinker, Female, 29-35, Chicago

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