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I actually heard that it is supposed to make a difference because of the way the entire system gets a shutdown to do stuff like burn fat which it doesn't do as effectively if you have insulin spikes all the time. So they quoted studies comparing IF to similar caloric diets and that IF would have more of a positive effect…

I had that problem during my restriction diet - I just ate snacks every 1-2 hours to be at a baseline and not get hangry or binge-y (which I still did because I think I restricted to much and obsessed). For me, it wasn't because of a medical condition, though. just what I preferred to be "safe" despite the restriction. I…

Oh, and also: I like to focus on the smell of delicious food! Like when I gave up sugar for lent, I would ask my ex-best-friend to just let me smell his chocolate biscuits (he knew I was weird, so I could do that with him). But that only works if you appreciate smells anyway and can see how they can bring similar pleasure…

I was lucky, that Steven, my favourite, at least made it to the final! :D But yeah, also cooking shows for me. And gum. But since I had a stressful time I got into the habit of chewing so much gum that it started to make me a little sick. but the addiction is still there. (Yes, sugar-free chewing gum!) and my jaws hurt a…

My goal is to lose 6 kilos before the 25th of May. So yeah, I'm in! :) I've given up sugar, wheat and corn for lent and have also started to work with diet hypnosis tapes- positive affirmations, since my struggle with food is mental/emotional rather than physical hunger. I feel like it's helping. So maybe having some real…

I'm in! :) put me down for a stone, too! (I do count in kilos, which would be about 6.4 kilos)

Never listen to people who tell you to eat junk food*! Being skinny isn't a reason to abuse your body! There are good and healthy foods that will help you gain weight AND feel good and have nice skin! Just add seeds and nuts to your diet wherever you can, eat regular snacks, just have a tablespoon of peanutbutter or two…

I have the same problem. Often I do feel full after a while but that doesn't register as "so you can stop eating now" in my head. Today while I was doing the dishes I kept eating the entire time (sweets, mostly. I try to be good and go with "saying "no" once in the supermarket is easier than saying "no" one chocolate at a…

hey cherity. I sympathise with your situation. especially with your background it must be tough to just sit back and accept your current shape if you feel uncomfortable and within a range that you don't have to or want to stay fr the rest of your life! I really don't want to offer myself as support because I can be rather…

I'm still obsessed with tracking food and calories and diet-rules. I can't bring myself to relax, although I've had a few "bad" days (even one with binging) lately and need to be careful not to go from maintainer to gainer soon! (to be honest, I am still very happy whenever the number on the scales drops, although I know I…

I have the same issue. I also can't take any pictures with the app - something else the ads say was possible :/

In a book I'm reading at the moment, one passage resonated with me, where the girl says that in weight loss there will always be the point when people will make comments like "you look so much better without the extra weight, but stop now or you'll look gaunt", while they literally mean "you'll be thinner than me and…

yes, please share if it helps with PMS! (Agnus Castus - herbal pills - are also said to help) A bit of bloating during that phase is very common, I have that same problem at the moment! The good news is: it will go away after the period. :) But it is frustrating to be good and stick to ones diet and don't feel any positive…

Don't cruises usually have buffets for food? (haven't been on one) in which case: try to stick to the fruit and veg section of it with lean meat like chicken or lean fish for most of the meals and have the occasional treat if there's something you just can't pass up. After all, you're on holiday! YOu are supposed to enjoy…

Thank you, guys! :) you are lovely! I wish you all the best for your own goals! :)

if you could see my flat, my eating habits and my life you would laugh heartily about the OCD suggestion! ;) I have had several days lately where I was out of control and had to wildly guess (and knew I was WAY over my daily goal, even past maintenance!) and it doesn't make me disorder-uncomfortable, just normal "I don't…

I'm in the UK, too. East Midlands. I Just have a week and a half left before I have to go home, though :/

I am at the same point where at the end of my calorie allowance I still feel unsatisfied (but maybe not actually hungry? I am not good at telling them apart!) but I haven't lost any weight for over a week (which I know is not unnormal...) But since I never went down as low as 1200, as this website now suggests (I don't…

me too. and I found their menu online! that would help with making a decision beforehand so I don't go in hungry and pick the curry after all when I panic under the pressure of having to decide with people waiting ^^"

Thank you all! :) I haven't been to that restaurant yet, so I don't know how "authentic" it is, but I will keep an eye out for those salad rolls and save up some calories!

I have been there! I wanted to start gaining weight just to make my belly and breasts look less flabby and I hated myself just as much as when I was fatter! It takes time, but if you keep exercising and use body lotions regularly, maybe go to a sauna and exfoliate every now and then - it does get better, it just needs…