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As I have said before, good and bad are value laden words. We can apply them (inappropriately in my view) to food, to people (again, inappropriately in my view), to situations - there are so many applications. The psychologist R. Ellis made a point of telling his students that they would be better at communicating if they…

er - no. wow. No. BUT......if the basis of it creates a calorie deficit, then it should do no harm. If you are a faith based person, maybe that helps with commitment and motivation. So for me - definitely not. For you...?

My definition of bad and your definition of bad may be completely different. My observation is that for some of the folks involved in this incredibly convoluted discussion are that what they now consider "bad" foods (ie triggers, unhealthy etc) were once "good" foods, as clearly they were consumed, and probably to great…

Is it in the database?!

or what you like and dont like.

Kale chips (using minimal oil) or brussel sprouts chips (peel them into separate leaves) and then roast in a hot oven are pretty good choices too, but my favourite is popcorn for the handfuls you can eat! I also like Kelloggs cracker chips - 80 calories for 20 grams and they come in all sorts of flavours, and they really…

Today was a planned lunch out with a friend - I had a small Greek salad and 4 steamed shrimp - delicious! I passed on the glass of red wine, cuz I was going back to work (I dont always do that - pass, I mean). Then I realized I forgot to take the chicken out of the freezer for dinner tonight, so am sitting here wondering…

I like western bunnies better.

Me too!!! Only once in awhile though - mine are about 200 calories a pop, so I save them for special!!

I have been taking a Vitamin D supplement for years - its the "Sunshine" supplement, and I live in Canada, and winters are cold and dark. And long. And miserable (though this year, not so bad) Throughout all this time, I have been both over weight and proper weight. My experience is that it matters not a whit with this…

"Bad" (or "good") is a value that each person assigns to things in their lives. Bad or good is not an intrinsic part of whatever it is. Each persons assessment of the value of anything is entirely subjective. I do not think any food is "bad". However, as has been previously noted, around certain foods, I can behave…

I make mine the night before - I think the texture would not be appealing after a couple of days using my method, but since I have never done it that way, I really cant compare - I use equal parts yogurt and oats, and literally just mix together and stick in the fridge till the next morning. You can eat it cold, room…

“It is a painful thing to look at your own trouble and know that you yourself and no one else has made it.” Sophocles “A sign of wisdom and maturity is when you come to terms with the realization that your decisions cause your rewards and consequences. You are responsible for your life, and your ultimate success depends on…

Today i learned that I can still be easily tricked!!

No!! Then it doesnt work............

Did you know there are Oreo Creme Eggs? (oh sorry, you have to smuggle them across the border from Canada!)

I think that if you measure and calculate all the ingredients as you put them into the crockpot, then divide the total by the number of servings you get out at the end, including the sauce, then you should be good. Disclaimer - I am not an expert either!

According to the benefibre website, there are 15 calories in 2 tsp/4 grams of this product. I checked the one I use (Restoralax in Canada - dont know the US or UK equivalent) and there are no calories. If you need the supplement, perhaps you could consider switching products, if the calorie count is an issue for you.

You have a wonderful opportunity to educate your little one about healthy eating and about how cool it is to try different things. It does take several times for a food to become familiar so even if they dont try it the first time, keep at it and one day it will not be so strange to them and they will eat it - start with…

AND... wasnt there a big stink in Britain about Cadbury changing the recipe for their chocolate on said chocolate covered eggs? Does anyone know how that ended up - did they change back (cuz Cadburys has not gone out of business)

I remember learning that during the war, the Brits used to use mashed potatoes in a sweet dish - sounds ...um..unique, but here is a website that seeks to recreate wartime recipes by a woman who is also on a weight loss adventure of her own! I thought, well - isnt that a brilliant segue!! So here it is:…

I love a particular cookbook called "The Looneyspoons Collection". It has delicious recipes in it and it is constantly open on my kitchen counter. It includes an array of foods, from good old meatloaf to pad thai. Vegetarian as well as meat. Desserts and soups and salads and mains. Nutritional information (calorie count…

The OP is such a wonderful affirmation of the power of one individual to change their world. It reflects the commitment and passion to do so, and even with the ups and downs, the joy of success. What a great story!

I think sometimes we would be in a better frame of mind if losing weight wasnt our entire focus - yes, for virtually all of us here, weight loss or maintenance is a big deal, but healthy, both physical and mental, is also a big deal. If I can get through a day and say that I made good choices all day, that I drank water,…

I agree with the "getting pickier" crowd - I tend to look at my calories as money - and I want to get the best value and the biggest bang for them if I am going to spend them.. So no pale imitations, no mindless mouthfuls of something 3rd rate - I want to save up and go to Vegas baby and have that really meaningful treat!!

Think about having to measure two teaspoons of cashews, or 1/2 cup of an apple or of any irregularly shaped food item, and it seems a little silly to think that you can get an accurate calorie count if you are using cups and spoons. The digital scale is far more accurate. Plus, if you use a plate or bowl into which you are…

So true - even the Queen! Hard to picture though - I bet she has someone to make her a glass of Benefibre (I almost put beneful, but I think thats a dog food!) whenever she needs it! Try a supplement if you are really worried about it, but as long as you are feeling well, and everything is still "moving along" you are most…

I had asparagus and salmon last night for dinner and my goodness it was delicious!

[quote. Irritating sometimes but I'm getting a regular flushing. [/quote] HA! in more ways than one!

If you have struggled with weight issues in the past, you know how soul sucking it is to put in a ton of effort and see no appreciable results, but then you also know how empowering it is to see progress - and you are now on the Progress side!! How incredible is that?!! And you did it all yourself - you had the willpower,…