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A gram is a measure of mass, approximated through the measurement of weight. A cup is a measurement of space. The answer depends entirely on what you are trying to measure.

Actually, I think I've noticed a new trend for myself. I've also been starving the last couple days and I think the sudden drop in temperature, change in weather, and the end in daylight savings time are affecting me.

You can try losing more slowly and pace out the last few pounds.

If you notice significant and profound changes in what you are feeling, you should get checked out by the doctor.

You should see how much pizza costs in my area.

You may be over-doing, under-eating, and may need to stock up on more bite-sized fruits and veggies you can snack on the weekends. If you plan activities away from your couch, this might help.

Some people here do goal ranges rather than numbers. Some people take it 5-10 lbs at a time. The fitness folks usually base it off of their fitness goals - hard to be overweight and run five miles within 40 minutes. Personally, I have a couple goals with an achievable near-term goal and longer term goals that look to the…

BMI is literally your weight divided by your height squared. It's an excellent estimation tool that works well on the wide majority of the population.

I agree wholeheartedly. Health is a 50 mile hike, not a 400 meter sprint.

In that case, there's nothing wrong with adding a few extra calories for a couple days. I'd say add some carrot sticks, celery, cucumber, etc., maybe some nuts or peanut butter, fruit - to your normal routine. Stuff that's nutritious and won't get you completely off-target with the whole better health theme.

When I get hungry like that, I eat some more calories and add low-calorie items for fiber and bulk. For females especially it can be a hormone/cycle thing. Similar for guys but different hormones and not so cyclical. Sometimes thirst can be confused for hunger. Truthfully it can be a lot of things. Are you having any…

I tip delivery drivers 10% if I'm happy with the delivery service. I make exceptions when I know the drive was difficult and I paid a little more when gas was $4 a gallon. If the driver looks super enthusiastic about doing a good job, they get a little extra. That usually keeps the good service coming to my house. I think…

Exercise must be built up from wherever you are now. If you do not exercise, start by walking a consistent pace for a period of time that is comfortable for you. You can add speed, distance, and stride length as you want to start challenging yourself. Once you can walk at a brisk pace for half an hour without feeling too…

Ha! I snarfed my fruity soda water.

A permanent change to your body is more like a 50-mile hike than a 400 meter sprint. If you're so inclined, I'd encourage you to read this excellent and short article on how to approach your journey. https://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/weight-loss/expert-answers/walking/faq-20058345 Generally speaking, it…

Glitter shows up in a lot of places because it's actually pretty effective. You may also appreciate that there's pretty significant scientific interest in the concepts of mindful eating/mindfulness. https://www.health.harvard.edu/staying-healthy/mindful-eating NIH has funded a number of studies and larger studies are in…

Whatever business I can get done before I need to get on with my day is what gets done!

I've been trying to do this recently. One tip I have for mindful eating is to think about what you're eating long before you sit down at the table (also, sit at a table, hopefully with other people eating the same thing). For me, thinking about my food makes it that much more satisfying when I eat it.

Based on previous postings, I believe some fiber in your diet and 25% more water might help move things along here.

They do make brass and zinc belt buckles you can shop for online. Uniform supply stores (school uniforms, military, etc.) should actually have a few on hand if you prefer hands-on shopping. Most belts can be retrofitted for universal buckles.

I have a series of goals and a five year plan. Part of my goals are to do certain things at certain times and I usually have a future goal already planned.

I take measurements every time I feel like I need new clothes. Roughly quarterly.

A study like could be done at a cost of about USD 90k, although you would likely have to do this in Asia. If you attract the interest of lead scientists say, at the National Institutes of Health with the clear scientific strengths of your method, it's very likely they'll allocate public money to study it. Like I said, I…

The world of seafood is surprisingly low calorie when not drowned in butter. I particularly enjoy grilled lobster, shrimp, fish, sauteed scallops, steamed crab, clams, etc. It can be a real treat.

So here's what I'm looking for before I sing the gospel of Lyle as science: a well controlled study of at least 300 individuals with at least 250 staying observably compliant with the study protocols, demonstrating statistically significantly more fat or weight loss over a period of at least two years greater in the…

That study had less than 20 individuals completing the study in either group. They're not really achieving a minimal statistical significance of p=0.05. Mind you I'm not saying that it is invalid (it is interesting and suggests that further study is needed), rather, what is invalid is trying to cite this study to say that…

I definitely agree, I see that you have something of a Subway habit from your diary! This is a really easy way to add fiber to your diet - the calories for their sandwiches are for ordering with the wheat bread, and a number of the vegetables without cheese or mayonnaise - so be careful about logging those. For extra fiber…

So please don't take this flippantly, but if you call that restaurant I am certain they'd be willing to help you estimate it.

It sounds like quite the challenge before you to find a way to a healthier lifestyle. The first thing I want to say is that you're doing the right things to start: reaching out to get help, trying to hear voices that aren't your own, etc. You acknowledge some of the issues that have been preventing you from seeing a clear…

Your needs can change from day to day, as can your response to your diet! It's important to remember that sometimes thirst can be confused for hunger.