samiraeh08 Member

I am running into this problem too. I find that junk food and sweets are an "all or nothing" situation for me. If I cut out chips, pop tarts and cake, I will crave them badly in the first few days of dieting, but then I will completely stop craving them after about a week if I stick to my natural foods diet. But if i go to…

Listen to your body. If you are getting tired and sore, maybe take a day of rest here and there. But if you feel really good in your routine, and you're not injuring yourself, have at it. I work out pretty much everyday, and I start to feel like crap when I let a few days slide.

Never got that overweight so i'd be 110 lbs if I lost 30 lbs. My goal weight is 125.

OK I took statistics too. All I am saying is that those statistics are interesting, and not "woo" in my opinion. I never treated them like they were fact.

Sure buddy. So you're saying the article and study are worthless? Go ahead and tell me what I don't understand. I'll be over here losing weight. Thanks for the motivation to cut out dairy completely.

That stuff isn't welcome on MFP??? All of the blogs about fitness and weight loss posted by the site are presented very similarly to what I shared. I merely expressed an opinion, and shared links. We're all smart adults, and we can all come to our own conclusions. And I can share what I feel is relevant to the topic. If…

Alright I'll accept that, but another weakness is that it was done with only 72 people, and they don't say anything about the demographic break up. 72 people is nothing compared to the 12000 children nation wide studied for the Washington post. To me, a study done with 72 people isn't worth much at all.

I agree, but in the mean time, I'm going to continue to cut back on dairy, because it's been working for me so far. But I do miss cheese! :sweat_smile:

You are being misleading. That study did not have a set amount of dairy intake as a control. "A diet with 1400 mg of calcium, increased fiber content, and fewer high-glycemic index foods did not result in greater weight (10.6 ± 6.8 kg) or fat (8.5 ± 7.8 kg) loss than the standard diet with 800 mg of calcium." So anything…

I agree that surveys cannot be used to prove a statement as broad as "milk makes you gain weight." But if you cant take a survey as extensive as that one seriously at all, the which ones can you? You are not annoying by the way. You are making some good points.

Wow. You are blowing minds right now.

Whatever buddy. I was just trying to help. I think the Washington post article was a really good one. Hey here's an idea, please go find a study saying that milk doesn't make you gain weight, and then I'll understand why you're so resistant to the idea.

Seriously? I liked three articles that support my point. I don't see anyone else posting links. If that isn't good enough to even get you thinking, then I don't know what to tell you.

When did I say anything about facts? When is anything about diet and weight loss a fact? No one understands the human body completely, but jeez you acting like I have no evidence at all. Why did it even make you mad? Eat all the dairy you want, I'm not going to complain.

http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2005/06/06/AR2005060601348.html Jeez I'm not say dairy impedes weight loss is a fact, but it should be considered. And here's a study for you.

Whe you eat too much dairy, not just too much in general. As in, three servings of yogurt a day. I know it has worked for some people, and it might work for the person who has created this post.

Of course in your opinion your being eloquent and constructive. Good for you about the dairy thing, but it might help others who don't have your genes to cut out the dairy.

About that dairy... http://www.chicagotribune.com/lifestyles/health/sns-rt-us-dairy-productsbre88k124-20120921-story.html http://www.dietdoctor.com/lose-weight-by-cutting-down-on-dairy-products-and-nuts

Were you responding to my comment? Because I wasn't taking about eating over your calorie limit at all. What were you reading?

Nice contribution to the conversation.

Lol horeshit???

I don't agree. Dairy is a food group that is hard for the body to digest, and often leads to weight gain or impedes your weight loss when you eat too much. Cutting out dairy is a good way to boost your weight loss. Many people think it helps you lose weight, but it doesn't.

Stop thinking about 'can I lose more weight?' and more like 'can I have healthier habits?' If you still see areas in you lifestyle that need improvement, then go for it. Otherwise, don't stress over the numbers

You look fantastic! Since you'really tall I'd guess 140?

I'm the same. Even if I lose the weight I want, I will still have stretch marks and scars, but that is ok! Real women are more beautiful than those photoshopped images we all see!

I completely agree. You have to have a plan.You can say "OK I'm going to eat better," but if you don't have a specific plan, you will be more likely to stick with your old eating habits. Just because you forgot your lunch once is not a reason to stop making your lunch. Keep at it, and your habits will get better over time.…

Hey, I'm 140lbs 5' 5 And my goal is 125! I'm 26 years old

Thank you! I'll have to look into the kale chips and fruit popcicles ☺

Hey! Everyone has their strengths and weaknesses. It's easier to see your own flaws than good qualities. Don't get discouraged!

I'm so glad to hear you have seen improvements in your attitude! It's hard to make lifestyle improvements when you are feeling negative and pessimistic. I am glad to say I can run two miles now without stopping. I hope to be ready to do my first 5k I'm May