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I don't know how weird this is but it's probably unusual at the least. When I'm feeling hungry sometimes I take a nap to avoid snacking. Can't consume calories in my sleep and it buys me a few hours. It works ¯\_(ツ)_/¯

I have the same problem, feeling hungry all of the time, and to curb it I drink mint green tea. It works for me and gives me an hour or so of not feeling hungry or thinking about eating. There have been a few (inconclusive) studies on the scent of peppermint and whether it can act as an appetite suppressant. I truly…

I like to do my nails when I'm sitting in front of the tv and I get a craving. Keeps my hands and mind busy and I can't eat with wet nails!

@schneiderdenise2926 - you need to read this thread

Me - I'm relatively new. I started over 2 weeks ago. I shoot to eat only 10-20g of carbs a day (Keto).

Specifically weight watchers brand lite mozzarella string cheese (50cals) or Organic Valley pepperjack or cheddar cheese sticks (80cals). Cheese in general I've found it is more filling than most things, easy to grab and go and has very few calories.

Yes, I lost five pounds the week I started the Keto diet. It can be difficult to adhere to but so worth the results.

That's a misconception. Twin babies are only born significantly smaller when born premature. My twins came at 37 weeks 1 day (38 weeks is considered full term for a twin pregnancy I believe) and they were born at 6.7 and 7.4. Normal size newborns. Some twins are unfortunately born premature and smaller but a lot of them…

I gained about 70 pounds with my twin pregnancy (pretty typical). I don't know if it's exactly double a singleton pregnancy but it's much more. I delivered 14lbs of babies... It didn't just fall off either. I'm still trying to get back to pre-pregnancy weight a few years after. I lost about 30lbs a month after by…

Such a good point! I get super tipsy after one drink now.

Vodka sodas are the only alcoholic beverage I've been drinking because on it's own it's zero carbs and low calories too. However I typically drink it with a lime wedge or some sugar-free torani raspberry syrup which can add about 1g of carbs.

I swear by Nivea. The firming lotion is my favorite but they're all great. I've seen a noticeable difference in the skin on my stomach (my skin has really lost elasticity since carrying a full term twin pregnancy and I have so many stretch marks). Sometimes I mix castor oil in too which that stuff is amazing for so many…

I'm German and there are so many German foods that go along with the Keto diet. Us Germans really love our sausage and meats that's for sure. Bratwurst, knakwurst, leberwurst. Any "wurst" is probably going to work for you. Also sauerkraut is a great option. I eat it all of the time. Although watch because some of them have…

I honestly didn't think of that. I'm still learning so much. That's really valuable information though and makes a lot of sense! I have a feeling you might be on to something and that's where I'm probably going wrong. I need to figure out that balance between the two... Thank you so much for your input!

Yeah, I actually went way over my typical 1200 calories today. When I don't feel well I always end up eating more

That's exactly how I feel: hungover! I'll have to try that salt in water. Thanks!

You look amazing! We're literally identical on SW and CW. It's just taken me two years to get here whereas you've done it in 4 months!! Seriously, way to go girl!

I gained so much weight on Zoloft. After my twins were born I was dealing with a lot of anxiety, intrusive thoughts and postpartum depression. I gained 40 lbs without even realizing it over a year and a half. One thing I'd say to be really cautious about is the zombie effect anti-depressants can have. My dr warned me that…

I didn't think of that but I have been drinking water (I've been really thirsty since starting this) but maybe it's not as much as I should... I'll try upping my water intake right now. I'll literally try anything at this point. Thank you!

You look amazing!

I discovered Keto this week (low carb-high fat). It takes a lot of commitment but I started five days ago and I see differences already in how I look and feel. I'm down 4 lbs (mostly water weight) but I'll take it. I have more energy to work out and I'm not craving the crappy food I did before. I wish I would have found it…

That sounds fascinating! I'm going to have to bookmark this thread in case someone finds it for you.

Why didn't I think of that? Duh. Thank you both for the great ideas!

Coffee scrub has helped mine fade a lot & im trying castor oil now as well.

Also coffee scrub helped mine fade a lot.

I'm trying castor oil right now. Seems to be helping but too soon to tell. There are a lot of great reviews though.

Get it taken out if you're questioning if it's causing you issues. There are other methods with different hormones that your body might react to better. I had mine out a few months ago and I dropped over 7 lbs in the first week, my hair started feeling thicker again (hair loss can be a side effect) and my mind just felt…

Where on your neck is it? I had a bulge once. It was an enflamed lymph node and it eventually went down. (Righ under chin on neck). You should get it looked at regardless though I know of a girl who had something similar and it ended up being really serious. See a doctor ASAP!

In my opinion I feel like it's important to consider why someone might be coming off as "lazy." After having my twins my hormones weren't regulating correctly and I dealt with horrible postpartum depression and anxiety and intrusive thoughts. I had to go onto a depression meds for my mental health that had a side effect of…

Diet soda is literally poison in a bottle... or can. Try sparkling water it fulfills that bubbly craving, it's zero calories and delicious.