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mvkrayola

I have been a yo-yo dieter all of my life. I found this program while searching and I am so excited. I was writing everything by hand and doing pretty well. I quit writing last week and my eating was back to my old habits quickly. If anyone has some tips to help a beginner....I would appreciate it.

goron59

Hello and welcome!

Lots of beginner information here http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/23912-links-in-mfp-you-want-to-read-again-and-again

Anything else, just ask away - lots of people here willing to help!

Scatterdragon

Portion control! and commit to keeping track of all your food, either on here, or in a little notebook. If you have a friend who lives close to you, I suggest asking them to keep you motivated. EX( I have a friend, who lives far away, but is also trying to lose weight. Every morning we ask each other what we ate, and what we did for exercise the day previous)

I also keep track of my steps on a pedometer, so If I am below a certain number, I do a big long walk. It works, it takes time, but you can do anything you put your mind to!!!! Good luck! Feel free to add me.

Gonnaslimtowin

Always ensure that at least third of your meal is vegetables. Working wonders for me x

Soccer_chick916

If you have a smart phone, definitely get the app! You can keep track when your on the go. When logging your food, the Bar-code scanner work wonder!! I absolutely love that feature on my phone. Saves time. Drink plenty of water.