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Spanks but only for a little while longer. 10 pounds to goal. Spanks are actually loose now. I've got thongs.... Do you ever think about 'the one who got away?'

That recipe sounds delicious!

Frozen grapes are fantastic. I work with kindergarteners teaching healthy eating. Several have never tried a fresh fruit or veggie. I start them out on frozen grapes! They love them. Tastes like grape popsivles!

Slim neck, no more double chin. Cheek bones! Collar bone. A real waistline. Shoes too big now. Second looks from old acquaintances who just stare. All good, really good.

What a transformation. You look younger and super healthy. Keep up the hard work. Now you must live the life style and MAINTAIN IT!

Your pattern has been to get frustrated and quit. This time is different. You have to push through. Lots of people are giving you solid advice. Salt causes water retention. Stick to your calories intake. Be honest and log every morsel you put in your mouth. Workout 5-6 days a week. You have to log a calorie deficit several…

Don't be afraid to use olive oil. Your body requires a certain amount of fat to properly function. I use olive oil and red wine vinegar and I add fresh lemon juice. What ever fresh herbs you would like.

I routinely eat under 1200 calories a day and I complete my diary. I get the message I am not eating enough but it posts. Also I am losing weight at a really good pace. No glitch that I have noticed.

6 days a week without fall. Hit it hard on the weekends especially!

I am also 55 and gained 30 pounds in the last 5 years while going through menopause. My entire body shape changed. I lost 20 pounds since Thanksgiving week when I decided I would lose weight over the holidays instead of packing on more weight. I did it by staying on a 1200 calorie a day diet and doing LOTS OF POWERWALKING!…

Actually it looks like two different women. You did an amazing job. I'm sure your health has greatly improved too.

WOW big difference! Great job!

South Florida, USA

Cook over low heat about 30 minutes until all water is absorbed. Keep a lid on the pot and never stir it until the cooking process is complete.

The rule of thumb is double the water to the rice. When cooking brown rice give it a good rinsing before hand. Brown rice has all the nutrients that white rice is stripped of. When you rinse it first you rinse away the loose chafe. It cooks up better. Also brown rice takes a little longer and may require a tad bit more…

Today I am cohosting a babyshower for my daughter in law. I cooked marinara from scratch, fresh ingredience. Organic cheeses, whole grain pasta to make heaping pans of baked ziti. Salad and crusty whole grain rolls. Everyone at this party will be eating clean.

Hi Emily, I'm Leslie. I'm new to MFP but I'd like to be your friend. I live in Florida, USA. I've lost 18 lbs in 50 days. You can do this.

Great forum. I ran for 30 years. Through 4 pregnancies, full time job and all else life throws at you. Now at 55, I power walk. Very brisk pace for 60-75 minutes. It is what our bodies were meant to do, walk. Losing weight works doing any kind of exercise you enjoy. Calories in/calories out. Walking tones the body and…

Potlucks are hard because you cannot know the calories unless you've seen what goes in. If I have to go I'd bring my own healthy potluck to eat and share. Definitely log every bit of food you consume.

I was reading about that just today. It certainly uses the same properties. Fresh food and dairy. Lean protein and healthy oils/fats.

Hi Rendress269, Thanks for the friend request. My take on clean eating is similar to yours. I buy fresh produce, locally grown and stick to lean protein. I'm not really shopping organic though. I do not eat any processed food, fast food or white flour or sugar. Whole grains are a must for me. Carbs are not bad if you stick…

I joined MFP Thanksgiving week. I was determined to lose weight instead of gaining weight over the holidays. I practice clean eating and so does my husband and kids. Really I am the only cook so they pretty much have too. I've lost 18 pounds eating 1000-1200 Cals. Per day. I'd love to make friends to give and get support.…

Normally it is 10 lbs for a size. However height does play a role. I am 5'10".