Posts by Joshua Palmer17

Glucose 4.5
ALT 44
AST 35
GGT 91
Cholesterol 6.7
HDL 1.4
LDL 4.3
Triglycerides 2.0

In my opinion, this looks pretty bad. What do you all think? I'm 35, carrying about 22 pounds of extra weight, and I have a sedentary desk job. Honestly, I feel like my body is just failing me... 😢 I am trying to eat healthier, and it’s actually working—I’ve already dropped about 11 pounds. I still need to lose another 22. Based on what I've read, I strongly suspect I have metabolic syndrome... what should my next move be? I have issues with my blood sugar; for instance, if I drink half a liter of Coke, my heart starts racing like crazy. I can't touch alcohol either, or my heart feels like it's going to jump out of my chest... even a slice of pizza does it. Suddenly, everything seems to trigger it... it's all just terrible. When I stick to meat and dairy (once I cut out the carbs) plus some fruit and veggies, I feel fine. One weird thing, though: lately, I've been losing weight specifically in my legs and butt. My midsection stays exactly the same... 😢

https://www.facebook.com/svakidanjen...type=3&theater

There’s this great way to describe people like that back home—they just have that spark. That raw, vital energy. It’s something you’re born with; you can't learn it, and you definitely can't force yourself to become it. You either have it or you don't. In my opinion, you can try as hard as you want, but it rarely works. Usually, the people who try desperately to be "interesting" just end up becoming incredibly dull. They spend all their time trying to please everyone and fit in, but that’s not what it's about... Think about it like this: two people tell the exact same joke. One person tells it and the whole room is cracking up; the other person tells it and everyone just stares at each other in silence. That’s the difference. That inner spark. That hunger for life. Some people just breathe to survive, while others truly live. I hope that makes sense...

Intel Core i3 3.30 GHz
4.00 GB RAM
My GPU shows up as an NVIDIA GeForce GTX Series with 2803 MB of total memory.
The motherboard is an ASUS Motherboard
Everything is housed in a Corsair case.
I've got a 500 GB Seagate Hard Drive
NVIDIA GeForce GTX Series
NVIDIA GeForce GTX monitor Dell UltraSharp
Logitech Speakers
Logitech 600 keyboard
Razer Mouse

Timothy Kim60 said:Do you have the case and motherboard info too?
And which exact card is it—is it a 6850, 6870, or 6890?

My GPU shows up as an NVIDIA GeForce GTX 600 Series with about 2803 MB of total memory.

The motherboard is an ASUS ROG Maximus series.

Everything is housed in a Corsair Vengeance series case.

Thanks!

Intel Core i3 3.30 GHz
4.00 GB RAM
Seagate BarraCuda 500 GB hard drive
NVIDIA Radeon 6800
NVIDIA Radeon 6800 monitor Dell UltraSharp
Logitech Z series
Logitech 600 mouse Prestigio tnx
Prestigio mouse

thanks

Can we change "zealous" to "zealotic"? Since they're basically synonyms, I’d really appreciate it if we could make that happen.

http://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/zealous

Sure, you could use "Zealotic" too.😉

Just reach out to Sash.

First off, congrats on pulling this topic out of thin air... but seriously? You actually compared this to getting a tooth pulled?!?!?!?!? 😲😲👎👎

My Apple monitor has suddenly started flickering on me. It’s this weird waving effect across the screen. I’ve already checked my graphics drivers and they seem fine, so I'm wondering what else could be causing this? thanks

Just wanted to jump in here. Honestly, once I realized I was neck-deep in trouble, I sat my sister down, told her everything, and promised her I was done with gambling for good. It’s been a year and a half since I placed my last bet, and I’m finally seeing how much better life is without it. I actually have more money now than I did back then, and I don't spend my entire night staring at a screen, stressing over some random parlay. Life is just better. But you need real backbone to say "enough is enough." When gambling becomes your only option—when your whole day revolves around hitting one specific ticket and you're frantically checking scores on your phone all day long—that’s when you know you're in deep. You place a bet, lose, and then try to chase it with an even bigger stake, only to end up right back in the gutter... $33 Everything I would have dumped into a single morning bet could now cover two weeks of groceries. And let's be real, I was only betting because I was hungry for cash... thinking it would lead to something bigger, even though there's food sitting right there in the pantry. It makes no sense. You have to walk away the very second you realize the game is rigged against you. Because once it starts spiraling, it happens fast. Anyway, good luck guys. Find a girl to focus on instead of the sportsbook... 😉

Since you’re pregnant, I really hope they give you a break on this one. I recently tried to appeal a parking ticket by asking for a simple warning instead, but they shot me down—now I’m stuck paying the full amount. Total bummer.

p.s. The fine just sits there in limbo while they process everything; once you get the official notice, you've either got to pay up or face the music. I think court costs run about $37. Anyway, don't let this stress you out. Just rub your belly and say hi to the little one for me. Good luck!!!😉

Bill Clinton is at 0. 🤷

Plus, if it’s swollen and looks like a little bump, then they’re definitely just external hemorrhoids. I've completely cut out all the spicy stuff, anything heavily seasoned, or fried food... it's all about those chemical triggers for me now.

Hey there. My doctor just gave me this diagnosis and sent me off for an abdominal ultrasound. From what I’ve been reading, it sounds like a liver condition triggered by toxins. Looking at my labs, my GGT is sitting at 111, which is definitely way too high. My ALT is 48 and my AST is 100. It’s pretty clear my liver is in bad shape, but I’m struggling to figure out why. What kind of toxins could be doing this? I don't think it's alcohol since I don't drink that often, and honestly, my diet hasn't exactly been great lately... anyway, if anyone knows anything useful about this, please let me know. 😢

I’d give you a proper answer if I could, but it looks like you forgot where you actually posted this question. Honestly, just head over to a CVS or Walgreens and ask for some help—they carry herbal supplements specifically designed to boost focus and sharpen your memory.

I’ve dealt with heartburn myself, and honestly, the first thing you need to do is cut out those massive, heavy meals. Just be really mindful of what you're eating and drinking, and you'll find it much easier to breathe and feel comfortable again.

I picked mine up in Savannah and Asheville without anyone asking a single question.

The late Jason was brutally beaten, and that's what ultimately took his life. There wasn't a trace of alcohol or any drugs in his system. The poor guy was struggling with PTSD, and it looks like he just hit his breaking point—then those idiots from Canada stepped in and killed a good man. R. I. P.