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Apple Cinnamon FEW raisins (optional) Mix together, microwave for 2 min. Top w/a dollup of cold plain or vanilla yogurt. Very satisfying!

You could be losing MUSCLE. That would account for why the % of body fat is increased. EAT A LOT OF PROTEIN- this helps keep muscle and tell the body to burn fat instead. Also, start a weightlifting program asap.

I'm 61 and I've lost 29.8 lbs since January 1st. Quite honestly, it's been the EASIEST thing I've ever done. I could kick myself for not having done this decades ago, but better late than never, right? It really is quite simple- calories in/calories out. That said- if you're one of the "clean eating fanatics" (like I am),…

This hasn't been my experience. In fact, I'm eating much more now than I did when I was heavier (while still keeping my calories in check) and honest to God, I have never once felt a pang of hunger (I've lost 30 lbs since Jan 1). I hope you can find support to help you find foods that leave you satisfied and happy- and a…

I feel the same way- I've lost 30 lbs so far- and frankly it was EASY (started on Jan 1 and was losing about 2 lbs per week). I could have kept going forever on 1200 calories (1200 cals is a LOT of food when you eat very clean). I wanted to reach my goal of total body perfection by the beginning of June (another 16 lbs)…

We could debate whether or not it's "possible". Bottom line, if you were doing well on more calories, why don't you go back to the plan you were on before?

@middlehaitch I read your profile- you complain about "saggy skin & a haggard face"- but I certainly don't see that..??? You look wonderful. The "haggard face" thing terrifies me. I've always looked younger than my age and am really not ready to let go of that. (A little extra fat in the face is nice- plumps up the…

@middlehaitch Wow! You look spectacular. Thanks so much for sharing. I'm interested in hearing more about your lifting program!

Well- actually- I fit into categories #2 and #3 above (as I'm sure many of us do here.) So I guess I'm in luck! (according to the nifty computer-generated printout from the dietician, I am just on the border between "obese" and just "overfat"). How long would you expect the "new to lifting" effect to last? I REALLY want to…

Maybe invest in a personal trainer if you can afford it- or a small group class- and get advice from an expert? I have heard that it may be helpful to leave more time between weight training workouts in order to give the body time to actually build the muscle. If you break down the muscle too frequently, you never get…

Unfortunately I'm at about 41% fat at the moment. So currently there is a big difference.

Thanks for all the input. @Carlos_421 I am actually told it's .8 per lb of LEAN body mass- not per lb of current weight. My nutritionist recommended 111g of protein, but I try to get more.

It's not really that fast- I've actually tried purposely to slow it down the past month or so in an effort to avoid saggy skin (I know it's no guarantee, but anecdotally slow loss seems to help). I was eating 1200 cals per day, and could have kept going forever at that level- I never once felt hungry. Have upped it to…

Thanks to all for input. @HippySkoppy not to worry- not falling into any traps. I have been eating at a deficit since January- down 29 lbs so far- very full, never hungry- a happy camper. Just fine-tuning/trying to optimize. Some of us enjoy being compulsive :)

Thanks @kshama2001 Have you noticed any difference in the rate of weight loss or muscle gain based on percentages that you eat?

Woo-hoo!!!!

@bonsmom Thanks! You look fantastic! There is hope :)

Empty calories, artificial ingredients- knock yourselves out! :) I was just visiting your planet from a parallel universe. I'm going home now. Enjoy!

I see. If you're looking to gain fat, Oreos are definitely a good choice. Thanks for clarifying.

ok- at the risk of being flamed: how does this discussion help everyone attain their fitness goals exactly???

I like getting my protein from natural sources. I used to have trouble, too- but now have it narrowed down to a few favorites that are easy and chock full of protein: Trader Joes' Simply roast turkey (their "simply roasted chicken" is good, too- although both are higher in sodium than I would like). A real calorie:protein…

To me, it always just seemed like a very expensive pedometer.

Actually, next time show them the test results and ask THEM to get THEIRS done- because you are worried about THEIR health and obesity. GO ON THE OFFENSIVE!

I would LOVE to see that. There was actually a class action lawsuit against companies that produce farm raised salmon b/c they failed to disclose that they add artificial colorant.

Also perfect advice for weight loss!

Priorities. I never go *anywhere* w/out packing a snack. If I "have to" go out, I choose places to go that have good options & plan them out in advance. No one can "make" you eat what you don't want to. Where there is a will, there is a way. This looks like a farmer's market (?) If this somewhere you go on a regular basis,…

This is all FANTASTIC advice- and I agree with it 100%- EXCEPT #10. I have lost 29lbs since Jan 1 and honestly- I have NEVER NEVER NEVER felt hungry. In fact, I have had days when I have to FORCE myself to eat more to get my calories in. You have to do what works for YOU and choose foods that YOU like- as the above poster…

I don't eat stuff that's so hard to track. You could ask them how many ounces of chicken they put in. Just glancing at it, I'd put it down for 2 (flour or corn?) tortillas, 4TBS pesto, 4TBS cream cheese, 6 oz of chicken- and however much chesse (?). I wouldn't worry about the lettuce/tomatoes. Once in a blue moon something…

My best advice: KEEP IT SIMPLE to start. All you have to know for now is that you need to eat fewer calories than you burn every day. As soon as you're in a "calorie deficit", you will lose weight! It really IS that easy- and MFP makes it fun & easy to figure out how many calories you should eat & to track your calories.…

PS- the above is assuming that you don't do any exercise. You could always just "earn back" the extra calories that you want to eat on the 7th day- and in that case, you could just use the figure it's giving you to lose .5 lbs a week and eat that number (1590 cals) 6 out of 7 days. On the 7th day, eat your maintenance…