Looking for advice! and supportive friends!

Salad dressing, I like to squeeze lime juice, a teaspoon of ground parmesan cheese.
Not for everyone, but I like it.

Hi There! Re: diet soda-just don't do it! Re: dressings-I always make my own. Usually some mustard, apple cider vinegar, lemon juice, and a packet of raw stevia or just lemon juice a little salt and a packet of stevia. You can make a million different combos. I have even made a strawberry vinagrette with fresh strawberries. Re: paleo, primal diet-not sure of all the nuances of those diets but I am a clean eater: veggies, dark leafy greens, little fruit, organic, small amounts of fish, the occasional piece of ezekiel bread. I love it. the easiest "diet" to stick to in my opinion. Feel free to friend me

Hi everyone... I could use some motivating friends!
For those of you who have been around awhile and/or are having success losing weight, I have a few questions...

I'm 210lbs and 5', goal calories 1200, high protein, low carb... thoughts? Carbs have always caused me to gain and are my go to comfort/emotional eater food. I'm eating fruits and a protein bar a day, but no starched/breads/rice.My goal is a fit/strong 150. I l
Diet pop? Do or don't?

I'm sick of salads with balsamic vinegar... good dressing suggestions? Preferrably low/no sugars/low carb/low Cal?

Anyone eat Paleo/Primal? Thoughts?

Thanks!!!!!

We have similar stats. I started at 205lbs, and am also 5"1 (I think - im Australian and we use different measurements lol).

Diet soda - nope. Not worth it for your teeth and body let alone your weight loss. Ditch the protein bar - this is likely higher in calories and fat than a museli bar. Dont be scared of carbs - I have bread for breakfast and most days a potato for dinner. Understand the difference in carbs and keep it in moderation. Leave the salad! There are so many other tasty, low calorie options out there! Im not primal or anything, but I do eat clean mosty. Nothing processed if I can help it. Exercise!!! Its hard at first, but it becomes addictive! Eat your fruit and veggies - not negotiable. Ive successfully lost 60lbs in around 10 months - this is doable if you have the commitment, drive and motivation. Good luck!!

good luck on your journey. I am currently on the same path that you are starting Oct 1 -216 Mar 1 -177 it can be done even during the hardest part of the year to do it in The holidays!! just keep it clean and don't be afraid to try different things. you can do whatever you put your mind to.

I like the Paleo Diet, lean meats and fruits and vegitables. It has worked for me. I essentially stay away from all dairy, grains, and starchy foods and have had good results.

Hello everyone! I am new here, was told to go here by a friend, seems like a really easy site to use. I have a long way to go, i would like to lose over a 100 pounds. It has been an uphill battle. I am the perfect yo-yo. We are thinking about maybe starting a family but i do not want to be a pregnant whale, its unhealthy for the baby and me. So we will see! i have a goal so now just sticking to it will be the issue. I plan to use this site regularly. Take care all and i look forward to taking this journey with you.

Welcome to MFP! I love this app and it has been my best pal in health ever. I love the flexiblity - ate too much? Then burn if off! I could never be bothered counting calories and most of the time I didn't know if what I was choosing was healthy or not? MFP makes it easy.
I have used this app on and off for over a year now and when I stick to completing my diary, I am able to shed the unwanted kilo's at a healthy rate without too much pain.
Feel free to friend me - It's really motivating to have people encouraging you.
Healthy dressing - my favourate is a little bit of honey, mustard and balsamic vinegar.
I don't eat all the right things, but I know when I indulge - I need to make time for serious exercise. I am happy if I am under the calories for the week so I can burn extra calories some days and still feel okay about indulging especially at social events.

I have reached my goal weight and my challenge now is to maintain it. Initially, my goal is to keep on this healthy cycle for a year.

Rach

02/13/12 weighed 353 today 331 I have lost 22 lbs since 02/13/12 and am going to see a dietary counselor. She advised not to drink any liquid calories soups, pop, juice, ice cream etc or Diet sodas and to drink at least 64 ounces of water a day. Also, I found if you drink your water 30-60 minutes before you eat a meal you are less likely to eat as much. I also do not eat for 30-60 minutes till after my meal so I stay fuller longer this helps prevent snacking. I am a diet pepsi-aholic so she told me as long as I only drink 1 a day for now its okay. I have been eating any of the fat free salad dressings do not really care for the Ranch but if you make a nice big salad and add a piece of baked chicken breast the bad taste goes away the french fat free or Italian fat free I think are the best. If you hit your calorie goals and exercise each day you will lose it. I really like the Special K cereals for breakfast each day and Special K makes the 90 calorie bars that have helped me with the chocolate cravings. Have not had any candy since. I also was a chip person and Special K makes the cracker chips they are really good and low in calorie. I use Thomas multigrain muffins as a substitute for bread. My Doctor and counselor have advised to stay away from anything that is white pasta, bread, rice etc. I also do not do the protein bars I make sure I have a piece of baked chicken, fish, beef etc each day to take the place of the protein bars this stops me from snacking as well so you will not use your calories up so fast each day. Hope this helps.