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Tracking every bite is essential! I try to plan my day out so I know what I will eat and when. Of course, there is much room for flexibility as I may decide I don’t have a taste for chicken or broccoli later in the day. Nevertheless, you have to track EVERYTHING!!! Tracking keeps you accountable and also allows you to back off the calories if you know you have only so many left for the day. I have been off and on MFP but am now taking it seriously and tracking everything - now down 11 pounds in 28 days. I was also told I was prediabetic, and on top of a heart condition, I know losing weight is a matter of life and death. You can do this- you have to hold yourself up to the task (or Tracker, in this case).

jeanettegreen1689 wrote: »

Hi, thank you all for your replies ☺️ l don't know how to show my open diary 🙄 l have gone into my settings and my profile is set to show to the public. What do l change and where 🙈 l am 9st 10lb. l know my weight isn't heavy, heavy but for me only being 5ft this extra 10lb is awful and very uncomfortable in my clothes. Also trying to lose some weight after being told l'm pre diabetic. Thanks again for all your replies and hopefully advice to come 😁 have a lovely day 😊

As a fellow petite, I hear ya. Taller people can have a hard time understanding the struggle. Being extra conscientious about tracking your calories accurately and being consistent is key, especially for those last 10 pounds. The fastest rate of loss that I would suggest at our height (5 ft as well) is .25 pounds a week. It's going to be slow going. That doesn't mean you're doing anything wrong. Remember, this is a lifetime thing, not a "till ______" thing. So, if doesn't really matter whether you lose a pound in a day, a week, a month, or even a couple months. Trust yourself. If you're consistent, it will happen.

Sorry @jeanettegreen1689, since I can’t see your diary here’s the three things I would look for: logging accuracy, consistency, and patience. If you don’t have that then you likely have the answer to your issue.

As an aside, I’m sure you’ve seen pre diabetes recommendations yourself, but just incase here’s what I’ve found (source: mayo clinic)-

“Eat healthy foods. A diet high in fruits, vegetables, nuts, whole grains and olive oil is associated with a lower risk of pre diabetes . Choose foods low in fat and calories and high in fiber. Eat a variety of foods to help you achieve your goals without compromising taste or nutrition.”

“Be more active. Physical activity helps you control your weight, uses up sugar for energy and helps the body use insulin more effectively. Aim for at least 150 minutes of moderate or 75 minutes of vigorous aerobic activity a week, or a combination of moderate and vigorous exercise.”

“Lose excess weight. If you're overweight, losing just 5% to 7% of your body weight — about 14 pounds (6.4 kilograms) if you weigh 200 pounds (91 kilograms) — can significantly reduce the risk of type 2 diabetes. To keep your weight in a healthy range, focus on permanent changes to your eating and exercise habits.”

In terms of weight loss you just need a calorie deficit, no special diet, because food preferences and satiety are personal. We want to maintain that loss by eating in a way that comes naturally to us. No more yo-yo diets created with rules and plans that we can’t possibly do forever. Following your weight trend will take the stress out of fluctuations so I recommend Happy Scale or Libra.

I hope you check back with some good news!