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I would look for calzones and log the one with the highest cal

check out the free app called fitstar - it will put you through a fitness test, ask you your fitness goals, and customize a workout for you. When I started I could only do 5 pushup, on my knees; now I'm doing about 20-40 push ups every workout. There is a paid version, but you don't have to use that. It syncs with MFP and…

can't spot reduce, but it does sound like you're not doing any core work. Are you: doing crunches? reverse crunches? planks? side planks? supermans, etc? Add in some exercises for back and for core and though you won't spot reduce, you'll firm up what you've got :)

Calories in calories out. Work it into your WEEKLY (not daily) allotment, and then show her your diary, so that she sees that it works. Also - you could have the treats not in front of her ;)

Really depends on your goals. I use maple syrup we tap on my farm, or local honey whenever I can. When baking, I use regular sugar. Just in moderation:)

Can't spot reduce. You'll lose the weight where your body wants to lose weight. By exercising you can create shape though.

Mine is open. I started at 1240, moved to 1200 about 4 weeks ago. I cook all my meals so if you see something you like feel fee to ask for a recipe. PS I count cals weekly, not daily so I have room to eat more or less based on hunger.

You're not eating enough. Up your calories so you don't feel the need to binge. Consider making sure you have enough protein+fat, many people feel it helps them stay satiated longer- me included. Maybe try 2000 a day?

at the point you're so hungry you might eat the arm of the person sitting next to you ;)

i am not really knowledgeable about that stuff so I'm using MFP's suggestions. Working out well for me. I have started upping my protein amounts, which is making me less hungry whoo-hoo!

one other thought - be open to your goal changing. I started at 148, and am now at 137. I originally chose 130 as my goal, because about 10 years ago, I liked the way I looked at about 127. Figured I'd give myself 5 pounds for my advanced age ;) I have been keeping my measurements though, and my current measurements at…

Yes. Maybe you should change up workouts and not focus on weight?

3 meals, sometimes a snack if I'm feeling hungry.

I would suggest you look at some of the announcement posts at the top of this board. Lots of great advice for those just starting out.

I only had aboout 18 pounds to lose, I'm 5'6, started at 148, goal of 130. I'm comfortable eating 1200 cals a week, and I have bee consistently meeting my cal goals every week. I just finished 8 weeks, and I have lost 10 pounds, so about 1.2 pounds a week, though I have 2-3 week periods where I lose nothing. I'm cool with…

Log everything Don't cut anything out of my diet, just eat right number of calories Don't require perfection Plan plan plan my meals so I don't binge on bad choices out of hanger.

Burt gave you great solid info. DOn't be discouraged! Doesn't matter if it's water - it's still really on your body. Increasing your healthful eating gets rid of bloat - so that's awesome!!! It's entirely possible you lost 8-10 pounds of fat... With 60+ pounds to lose, you probably do need to increase calories. Have you…

I used to be like you - but not with the diets, with regular sodas. I had to get off caffeine (back on now) but for a while there, my doctor thought caffeine was causing migraines, so I had to eliminate it from my diet for about 3 years. The headaches can be bad, but here is how I did it: 1)Don't go cold turkey. That was…

It's unhealthy. Many people have had horror stories. Save your money. Cod some research and you won't have a hard time finding the nutrition community begging people not to do it.

Started size 6/8 lost 10 pounds, solid size 4. Went from 37/29.5/40.5, 147.6, to 36/26.75/37.5, 137.6.

Love your post!!! I think this is the single biggest reason I'm successful this time, as opposed to other times. I've learned so much, and really love myself (sounds cheesy I know) but it makes all the difference. I : Focus on weekly calories, not daily, which allows for ups and downs I focus on doing as much exercise as…

Rabbit - that's very cool- I do all body weight exercise (when I'm up to it) through an app that logs directly with MFP. You should check it out- fitstar. There is a free version. It customizes to you. Very cool little tool.

Thank you for sharing! Congratulations and what a beautiful promise to your dad!

I only had 20 pounds total to lose, and in the last 8 weeks, I've lost 10. My diary is open- feel free to take a look. I do have periods where I don't lose at all for 2-3 weeks, and then will lose several pounds in 1 week. So don't get discouraged- if you're in deficit, it will come off. I also haven't exercised in 4…

Bread doesn't hinder weight loss,but too many calories, or macros that are all out of whack does. If you're looking to do something for sandwiches, I've started using Joseph's oat, flax, whole whet pitas. Only 60 calories each, and I get the same chewy satisfaction I get when I eat bread:)

You can have everything you want, just not all at the same time. To me, your daily diet looks like a greatest hits of all the things I love! When I eat a bagel, that's the splurge for the day. If I have a hot chocolate, that's the splurge for the day,etc etc. you can have all the foods you love,just not all at the same…

This. Doctors don't know everything- way too many specialties to be informed about all things, all the time. I would ask for a referral to a nutritionist who has experience with you Dx.

Everyone has a different food craving they struggle with, no different. Just eat less, or cut it out until you can control how much of it you eat. Might try figuring out what about the nuts you're actually craving- salt? Fat? Protein? Crunch? And try finding other foods that give the same satisfaction....

A deficit of 3500 cals in a week = 1 pound of weight loss, or 500 cals a day deficit.... Many people do that, but if it isn't sustainable, slow it down and maybe try only 200-300 deficit. Also look at the macros of what you're eating... Many people, including me, find that upping protein plus fat helps eliminate hunger

I cook all our meals but am happy to share recipes and have open diary. You can friend me if you want.