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Calorie goal of 1760 seems pretty high for weight loss and then to add 400 additional for exercise might even put you in a surplus. Personally, I would not be losing any weight at 1760 even if I was exercising daily. Of course, we're all different so perhaps you will lose at that calorie intake. 1320 isn't a super low…

with a shot of whiskey! Does that count? I had heard about the egg fast but didn't take the time to look it up. Now I know.

I do the same thing while watching TV - squats, lunges, dumbbell exercises of all kinds, wall sits, leg lifts, calf raises. Before you know it you've got a strength workout on the books! Have you thought about having a body fat analysis? (a real one, not just a scale provided one) With that level of activity you might have…

I've had plenty of plateaus while trying to lose weight. When you get close to an optimal weight I think your body just decides to stick there for awhile. Could you already be at a healthy weight? (You don't say, just that you want to lose 30). As we age our bodies do change and things slow down - i.e. we need less…

A few months ago I did wrist and elbow measurements to determine frame size that I found on several online sites. I know it's not rocket science but it was pretty accurate for me. I expected that I was medium-framed and the measurements supported that. Since you're measuring areas that don't have a lot of fat it likely…

I love this time of year in the US. Squash, squash, everywhere there's squash! I do love butternut, and I don't even mind peeling and chopping it. It only takes a couple minutes. I use a vegetable peeler to completely take the peel off, then cut off the ball part at the bottom, scoop out the seeds and cut the squash into…

I bought some because they're one of the few protein/energy bars that don't contain soy, which I can't eat. They really don't taste very good so there they sit. I'm still looking for a good soy-free protein bar. Any suggestions?

This is a great example of eating in a way that works for you! Everyone is different and it takes awhile to figure out how to tweak your daily diet so that you're satisfied and also losing (or maintaining). I also tried WW and hated it. Just when I got the hang of it, they changed up the point system and wanted you to buy…

So inspiring! You look wonderful and I'm sure you will make your goal! I know that people get discouraged when it doesn't happen quickly, but you're a testament to perseverance!

Any veggies I have in the fridge - spinach, zucchini, mushrooms, peppers, onions. Cook it up with a couple whole eggs plus a couple egg whites then add some feta and tomatoes at the end. The extra yolks are also cooked separately to mix in with my doggies' kibble. I'm kind of fascinated with adding oats to eggs. I've seen…

Only 5 more days!

Consensus is general agreement in the field of expertise, here meaning doctors and medical researchers (which I don't believe is true for aspartame). I'm sure there are still plenty of medical professionals who question the effect of long-term consumption, but the jury is still out. Do you have a study to reference on your…

I depends on what country you live in, as the ingredients are different. That's a lot of ingredients, but the one most controversial long-term has been aspartame. There's a variety of studies on the effects of aspartame but no consensus on whether it's really harmful or not. Pepsi actually took it out in 2015, but put it…

I'm in the "you must drink water camp". Maybe not everyone needs to, but I sure do. I also drink tea, coffee and wine so I get plenty of liquids, but water is still my number one drink for better health and weight loss. If I don't drink a minimum of 64 ounces a day I start to retain water, see the scale number going in the…

You look simply fabulous! Hardly even recognizable from the before to the after pics! Great job, my dear!!

Even when they do ask for advice, they don't always take it. A year ago my sister-in-law (whom I adore) went to the doctor and was told that not only was she morbidly obese, but had high BP, high cholesterol, severe edema and was pre-diabetic. She called me asking for help and I gave her a basic overview of good nutrition…

First timer for THIS challenge, but it sounds awesome! Thanks!

It totally depends on who it is. If it's a friend or family member whom I care about and they're really off base, then I will try to educate them without seeming preachy. Mostly I'll say something like - "well that's interesting, but I do _______ and it works out well for me". If it's just a random acquaintance or MFP…

I make it the same way as you - in the crockpot with leftover bones and skin plus random veggie scraps. I actually let it cook for at least 48 hours (or longer) because then it can be considered "bone broth" and you get the additional benefit of all the minerals from the bones as they break down. Calorie-wise I usually go…

Houses are starting to fill up! Can't wait for the battles to begin! :D

Probably a silly question, but are those like thigh-high stockings? Or just a lacy band around the thigh with the leg bare?

Maui in 25 days! (A long overdue vacation that was canceled last year due to sick fur baby.) My mini-goal is to get into the "normal" BMI range before we leave for the trip. It's within sight!

Excellent TED talk! Thanks for sharing.

Unless you have an unnatural thigh gap (who really has that?) I think it's a fact of a woman's life in hot weather no matter your size. I discovered Jockey slimmies slipshorts a few years ago. Lightweight and breathable and they come in different lengths. I ditched all my old slips and only wear those with skirts or…

OK, so now I'm intrigued. Never thought of using steel cut oats or doing it savory.

You two rock! Looking so good! You need an "after" picture of the two of you together! <3

It certainly wasn't my intention to yell at you, make you sick or dizzy or want to leave MFP. And I wasn't trying to be judgmental. I was just pointing out that your post started out with a pretty defeatist attitude and that needs to change if you want to be successful. Things like your brain is working against you, you're…

Going to give you some tough love, my friend. Your brain is not some separate entity that has some crazy control over you. It IS you and only YOU can decide what your goals and objectives are and make them happen. Your first sentence sounds like you've already decided to fail. You state this as if it's some crazy demon…

Everybody feels that way from time to time even if they're at their optimal weight. Get up off the couch and move and that feeling usually goes away. If you don't want to workout alone try joining a class somewhere. I do both yoga and aquasize (water aerobics) and it's fun to do with others. Another idea for workouts is to…

What's wrong with salmon? It's delicious!! I also love swordfish, halibut and shark which are all denser fish with texture more like chicken. Many ways to prepare them, but wrapped in foil with lemon and onion then grilled on the barbie is the best. I also enjoy rockfish or snapper lightly breaded with herb seasoned crumbs…