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Tacos have played a significant role in my weight loss! One of my go-to meals to feel full and happy without too many calories. A soft corn tortilla, some grilled chicken, and cilantro/onions/cabbage does not add up to much calorie-wise, but feels like a real meal. Most salsas are very low-cal too, so load up if it's…
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Sorry, I didn't read through everyone's comments, so this may have already been said. One thing that stood out to me about your fast food diet is that fast food tends to be very high in sodium, and high levels of sodium cause your body to retain more water weight. Try eating a low sodium diet for a few days and see if your…
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I wouldn't worry too much about it. Just use the same scale every time. The exact number doesn't matter, just the overall trend between weighings. If the one with the lower reading makes you feel better, use that one!
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I find that the numbers influence me way too much, so I only weigh-in once per month. I'm intentionally losing at a very slow pace anyhow (about .5 lbs a week), so this works better for me.
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I'm making the assumption that you are working during the day. If you have a Whole Foods nearby, they have a pretty great selection at their hot bar. I will often pick up a chicken breast or a fish filet and pile on lots of different veggies, which is usually around 200 calories. I guess you could also make the same thing…
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I have a coworker who buys a footlong sub at Subway and then takes everything out of one half and puts it into the other. I'm not a fan of wasting food, but it's a good trick for getting a more filling sandwich from Subway without eating quite so much bread.
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My only suggestion is to be nice to yourself while you figure out which healthier choices satisfy you just as well (or better!) as your old favorites. This is a lifelong process and it requires patience and a lot of love for yourself. When you have an off day (and you will, we all do), don't waste your time on guilt and…
