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Here's a great recipe you prepare the night before- takes all of 2 minutes to throw together. You will have NO dirty pots to clean- and you can log the cals in night before: 3/4 cup organic ROLLED OATS (do not use instant or steel cut- will not work) 3/4 cup your choice of liquid (Milk, soy milk, almond milk, etc. I like…

What she said. Then I would put the real maple syrup up into a high cabinet where you cannot easily get at it. If you are using 1/2 a CUP at a time- four HUNDRED calories- is it really worth it???? I'm not keen on the fake sugar either- it's got its own set of issues. You have to do what works for YOU- but personally, I…

I don't want to sound glib- but for me it has been easy. Way easier than I ever imagined- and I wish I would have figured it out decades ago. I have "released" 29 lbs since Jan 1 w/out ever feeling hungry or deprived. What are you finding hard about it?

This is just one example of LYING LABELS- and yes, of course it is deliberately misleading. Years ago I was (quite stupidly, I'll admit) on a no fat diet. I found a salad dressing that was YUMMY and had "zero" fat! However, when I looked at the label, it contained OIL. I called the company- and after a lot of persistence,…

Congratulations!!!

Everything I have ever read recommends LOTS of water for weight loss. Aside from the fact that you're ingesting chemicals- doesn't drinking soda impact your ability to drink a LOT of water?

I'm sure that the fact that you still have some hormones coursing through your body has helped. I didn't go through menopause until about 53, and I thought that was late.

You are putting words in my mouth. I NEVER said that. I said that there is a difference between refined carbs and carbs in general. I don't believe it is healthy to cut out ALL carbs (ie, all fruits, veggies, dairy). Getting into the right calorie deficit should result in weight loss no matter WHAT you eat. So,…

This is the one I have- and I am IN LOVE w/it. Extremely easy to use & very compact. I got mine at Bed Bath & Beyond. It was one of the least expensive at around $25. (and they always have those 20% off coupons).…

@tenshi614 If you want to share your food diary (go to "settings", I think), we can take a look and see if anything looks amiss. Is there ANYTHING that you are not logging? There are many food labels that give incorrect info. "No calorie" cooking spray is NOT no cal for example (just OIL) and if you use a LOT it can add up.

The only reason I can think of to get it tested is that you may be eating *too few* calories, which over time could slow down your metabolic rate. I had mine done a few weeks ago ($75 for the medgem test) and interestingly tested EXTREMELY HIGH: 1910! (and I am a 61 year old woman!) I had been losing at a nice clip at 1200…

[quote="cafisher0404;10386312" I was thinking of either the grilled chicken salad or the grilled chicken club. Any idea as to how many calories I should estimate (based on splitting it)? They are a bbq joint, so I imagine their food is going to be on the larger side. And if I opt for the salad, any suggestions on which…

Easy! My choice would be the GRILLED TILAPIA fillets. For the sides, I would get the vegetable of the day if they can do it with NO BUTTER or SAUCE. If not, I would ask for FRESH STEAMED Vegetables or a side salad, no dressing- I'd ask for fresh lemon wedges instead. To drink, unsweetened iced tea, or WATER w/lemon wedge.…

I eat 30% HEALTHY carbs- fruits, vegetables, full fat dairy. I eat ZERO refined carbs. There is a difference. I do agree that the OP may not be eating ENOUGH. I highly recommend seeing a nutritionist (my insurance pays 100%, no copay).

Are you DRINKING enough water? Your body needs the water to be able to burn the fat. Are you EATING enough FAT? Research shows it helps your metabolism. Are you "forgetting" to log anything, like sugary drinks, for example?

I LOVE my scale. Best thing I ever bought for myself- and was only about $25 bucks at Bed Bath & Beyond. It gives you TOTAL control and freedom. You can now eat ANYTHING you want as long as you log it and count it accurately.

I have a lot of expensive bras that are too big, too. The owner of the local "big bra specialty store" offered to alter a couple of them to fit me. Maybe you could find someone to do this for you?

Thanks, Trina & to others for input. Do you have before/after pics? I want to start a weight lifting program but am extremely confused by it all. What did you use? I know we're not 20 any more, however the extra fat on my face plumping up the wrinkles (plus great genetics) has always made me look younger- I'm not ready to…

You could actually be eating TOO LITTLE. I advise making an appointment w/a certified nutritionist. You insurance may cover it (mine does- no copay). Good luck.

You're looking FANTASTIC- and SO much happier (and more approachable)!

Bottom line- you will only lose weight if you eat FEWER CALORIES than you need. You can EASILY do the calculations & COUNT THE CALORIES yourself- OR you can outsource it & pay somebody else to do it- but SOMEONE, somewhere is COUNTING THE CALORIES. Of course, they're not going to TELL you that- that's too simple & won't…

Very encouraging, thanks so much! Are you on hormone replacement? Over what period of time did you lose the weight? Do you lift weights?

I get headaches when I eat way too much protein in one meal- but it's important to eat lots of protein to avoid losing muscle mass

PS @pdxwine I hear you. I'm 32 in my mind, too. I wish I would have taken off the weight much sooner- but definitely better late than never!

That's great that you're so close to goal. Congratulations!!!! What about the skin situation?

I especially like "If you’re in shape, it’s polite to stay as far out of sight as possible." :)

Were you referring to me? My point isn't that I'm eating bulkier foods and feel fuller. My point is that I am eating a lot more calories than I did when I was heavier & not able to "release" the weight. I'm now eating 1500 cals a day and still losing- slowly (on purpose)- and am going to try upping it slowly to the level…

ALL of you are just beautiful. You were beautiful before, too- even moreso now

I think, theoretically, as long as your calorie expenditure is greater than your intake, you could lose weight by eating ANYTHING. HOWEVER- if you were to eat only processed junk food, your body might end up looking thin but not attractive by any means- not to mention the fact that you would not be *healthy*. Additionally,…

I KNEW I could do it- that's what made it happen (I'm a BIG believer in manifesting your dreams)- What I didn't dream? I never thought that at my age (61!) I could lose weight (29 lbs & counting) so easily I never thought that it would be so much fun to finally for the 1st time in my life, feel I'M in control of my body I…