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Hi Toni, i havent been at this for very long, but have still managed to lose 36 pounds since last september. I too have a problem with sweets and larger portions. I love to cook, love to try new foods, love to eat and love to enjoy life. I joined MFP in November, after losing about 10 pounds on my own, but was finding it…

I love to cook, and found it very difficult at the beginning of my new healthy eating, Being restricted on calories, i have to really think before planning and preparing my meals. This has given me the inspiration to become more creative in the kitchen.

During my time of the month, i tend to eat smaller, more frequent meals throughout the say.This way i dont have to go too long in between eating, and i can have my last bit of calories about an hour or so before bed, making it easier to make it to the next morning.I end up feeling less hungry that way.

Hi , i will be 50 in march. I have been on MFP for just over 50 days and have lost 21 pounds. I have another 70 pounds that i would like to lose. I'm taking it one day at a time. This is the first time that anything has worked for me. I think MFP is amazing! Anyone wants to add me they can. I am good at motivating , as…

I'm 5"11 just finished losing 33 pounds, but need to lose more. My lowest weight was 180 and i was very happy with it, but havent seen that weight for many, many years. I am shooting for 190-200. My heaviest was 289. I am large boned, and think that 190 is probably the lowest i should go, and still stay healthy

Hi Everyone, i too am in the same boat. I am almost 50, hurt my knee 4 years ago and have put on alot of weight. There are alot of exercises that i cannot do, but am strengthening my body little by little, with the things i can do. I have lost 33 pounds since sept/14, but still want to lose another70 or so. Add me as a…

I just go on line and find healthy recipes or low calorie recipes. When i am ready to prepare my meals for the week, i go on, choose what looks good, make my list, then go shopping. It's amazing what you can find on line.

I am here if you guys are looking for a motivator as well as a friend. I have never been successful at losing weight either, but this time its going to be different. I have managed to lose 33 pounds since i started watching what i was eating in Sept/14, but i only started with MFP 51 days ago. Let's help eachother reach…

I log my workouts, but i will usually only log my cooking if i am (cooking up a storm). Which means i spend 2 hours or more standing cutting up vegetables and running around the kitchen cooking up soup for the week, etc. I will log extra walking if it is more time then i would usually spend doing it. For example , if i go…

Thanks for your info. Enjoyed reading it . Good luck on your journey

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Hi Angie, i have noticed i too gain anywhere from 2-4 pounds in water weight just before and during the first few days. I dont stress over it, but keep an eye on what i am eating since WONDERFUL cravings come along with it. As long as i stay on track, i am fine. So far i have been very lucky and lost at least 2 lbs once i…

I have lost a total of 33 pounds since Sept/14, i try and do a bit of exercise, but i had a knee injury, that prevents me from doing alot of different exercises. I have pain on a regular basis.I try and keep active, but its not always possible,with the pain. Most of the weight was lost with just watching what i eat.

10 baby carrots with 2 tbsps of hummus,english muffin pizza (1/2 eng. muffin,1 tsp sauce,2tbsp frated cheese),15 mini pretzel sticks and 2 tbsp fatfree creamcheese, 25 pistachio nuts, 1/2 cup rice krispies with 1/2 cut skim milk, 8 medium size shrimp boiled and served with 2 tbsp cocktail sauce, cheezy popcorn(toss 1 tbsp…

Hi Becky , congrats on the weight loss. I have already lost 20 lbs since i have been on MFP, and i only started about 45 days ago. This system works very well for most people, i have found out. I just love it. Feel free to add me if you are looking for a friend and some motivation, we all need it to stay on track sometimes.

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Hi Shirley, I started a new eating routine last Sept. but only joined MFP about 43 days ago. Since joining mfp i have lost about 20 pounds, but have lost a total of 30 pounds all together. I love is site, it makes things so easy. They do all the work for you. I have never stuck with a diet because i got frustrated not…

We usually have pizza once a week. I make my own dough and i make a different pizza for me then everyone else. I make a thin crust and put alot of veggies on it. I am able to control the calories this way and can include it in my diet . I look forward to being able to eat it. I have cut alot of things out of my diet , but…

Hi Jamieporter22, i too have had body issues for years now. I spend so much time worrying what clothes to wear, so i can cover up my body. I wear alot of oversized clothes, that cover me up, but also make me look bigger. I started on MFP about 41 days ago, but started a new eating and exercise program back in sept /14. I…

Hi everyone, i too am new to MFP . I think a support group is very important at a time like this,besides making a few new friends is a bonus. I'm in!

I am still very new to this, have only been on here for about 40 days, but spend alot of time doing research because i am so new and know so little. Just a few snacks that are under a 100 calories. VANILLA &BANANA SMOOTHIE 1/2 cup of sliced banana,1/4 cup of vanilla yogurt and a handful of ice, blend until smooth. FROZEN…

I am a carb junky, so i have the same problem. I love my pasta, and only being on day 40 of MFP i am still having a hard time with cutting down the portions. I have been doing some research and have come across a few people that now substitute speghetti squash instead of pasta. They say it is very filling, and pairs well…

WOW! you look amazing. Glad to hear that the revenge didn't get the best of you. Doing all this for yourself, and looking like you do is all you need. Congrats on your success

Hi Kelll12123, great progress. I , myself, wouldn't have the nerve to post this type of pic, but i am very new to this. This is the first time i have stuck with any kind of eating plan. I am on day 40 and i think doing ok. I still have a ways to go, but hope that in time, things will get easier. I dont have too much of a…