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Someone as petite as you are would probably not be able to trim 5" off the waist. There's simply not that much left to lose off your waistline. You might be able to tighten your stomach a bit more if you tone up with regular exercise. But I would bet that it'd be a subtler change than 3" or 5". There have been very few…

Honestly, they're probably not even thinking about you. I mean that in a positive way! People always believe I'm giving them dirty looks because I apparently have RBF (resting b**** face), but I'm usually thinking about something totally benign. Like cats, or books, what I'm going to eat for dinner. Even if it is a mean…

Friend of mine had weight loss surgery a couple of years ago and she's still dealing with complications from it. She is indeed thinner now, but that's because she has chronic diarrhea and constantly struggles to eat without feeling sick. Needless to say, she regrets it. I'm glad it works for some people though! I say good…

Tbh the only thing that has helped me with binge eating is therapy. I can't speak for everyone but my binge eating is a mental issue, not "gluttony" out of enjoyment. There's nothing fun about it for me. So in my opinion how to fix it depends a lot on what kind of bingeing you mean- if it's the kind where you feel out of…

Big Man's World has a great recipe for keto un-oatmeal. I like experimenting with different flavorings and toppings. Keto Overnight Oatmeal

Does it really matter what each of us thinks of carbs (or fat, or protein?) Eat whatever diet suits you, works for you and contributes most to your health. I don't understand why it even matters what others think of it.

I had to do this with my ex-husband for awhile. It was terrible for both of us but I can 100% say we were just roommates. The idea of it being anything else would've been horrifically disgusting to me. During this time period I actually met the man who I've now been happily married to for years. He trusted me when I…

It depends on the reason for the unhappiness. Is this personal unhappiness or something else? If it's personal, then a good spouse can be an amazing help in getting through it. I'm very happily married but I still have personal problems, most of them relating to my poor health. My husband makes these feelings better, not…

I do naturally eat (and desire) way less food than I used to, but yes, I'll probably count forever. There are also certain foods I've cut out of my life for good because I can't mentally moderate myself with them, which helps prevent backsliding. I actually find tracking kind of satisfying and fun to do now. It's part of…

We have a lot in common, that really is cool!

Two Lavinias in a row! You don't see that very often :D

As someone who is also going through a terrible/sudden housing problem right now, I feel for you. I know that's not helpful I just wanted to let you know I hope things get better for you guys.

I would dump someone who shaved their head, unless it was done for a medical reason. I prefer long hair on men and women both, nothing catches my eye faster (except a nice booty I guess). I would also dump anyone who did not like cats and animals in general. I'm not sure that's petty though since I have pets.

Yes, people definitely treat me differently. Strangers in general are much nicer and more accomodating. I get called "honey" and "sweetheart" a lot now, especially by men. I dunno what that's about.

OP, I was in a situation similar to your boyfriend's once. I was separated from my ex but he was stalling as long as possible on the divorce, making trouble just because he could (he had treated me horribly for years and was angry that I'd finally had enough). He fought everything out of spite. We shared a house for a year…

@jrobinette2018 Hi OP, I saw your original post before you edited it. Our stats are similar (except I am 38 years old and shorter than pretty much everyone ha ha). Please feel free to add me if you want. My diary is open to friends, though it might not be useful for you (I eat a very low carb diet), but I am always happy…

No single diet is right for all people. The most important thing is to find what is sustainable and healthy for each of us as individuals. Congrats on finding what works for you!

My ah-ha! moment was when I realized that my heavy weight (262 lbs at 5'3") was actively keeping me from going out and enjoying life. There is still so much that I want to do and see, and I did not have the energy or health to do it while so overweight. The weight was making my physical and mental health worse and I spent…

I am 38 and the same height and around the same weight as you (163 at the moment). I also have an auto-immune disorder. I do a low carb/ketogenic diet so my diary probably won't be very useful for you, but if you'd like to add me for support and accountability that would be great!

This isn't true, there are scientifically studied cases (though rare) of non-diabetic, breastfeeding women developing ketoacidosis. It is specifically called lactation ketoacidosis. There is a lot more that goes into diagnosing this than "patient has ketones in her blood", including serum pH and anion gap values.

I have often found that the estimate is higher than I actually wind up weighing in 5 weeks, so in some ways I like that it's inaccurate :smiley: I think it's just a fun thing to motivate you, so don't sweat it too much. It's probably impossible for anyone to accurately figure the exact amount a person would weigh in 5…

I suppose it's the carbs in the sense that reintroducing them is making you retain water. That's all this is, water weight. After a few weeks your loss should pick up again, though keep in mind it might be at a different rate or "feel" different because you're eating differently. Nothing wrong with that, it's all about…

Nice work! I love keto. 10.5 months in and I am down 96lbs. I will never stop eating this way if I can help it. Here are links to a couple groups for low-carbers in case you want to join us! http://community.myfitnesspal.com/en/group/1143-keto and…

Erythritol shouldn't be counted as a carb. It's one of the best sugar alcohols available and has pretty much no effect on blood sugar (I believe its glycemic index is only 1). To OP: I eat keto and I use most artificial sweeteners except maltitol (which has a terrible glycemic index and imo should be counted, at least…

If your body measurements are going down, you're definitely not stalling. Sometimes you retain enough water weight that the fat loss doesn't show right away on the scale. It sucks, but sometimes you just have to be patient. If sticking to your calorie goals- and even dropping them further- hasn't made anything happen, it…

It's completely subjective (the way fatness and skinniness go in and out of fashion over time is a good example of how society's idea of beauty changes). I don't think there is any objective human idea of attractiveness- not even something as popular as "youth" or "health"- because you will always find a good number of…

Hey OP, I eat keto (and plan to permanently) and love it. I've lost 92 lbs this year and went from a women's size 24 to a size 12. Everyone in my family says I've worked hard for it but the truth is it has taken me very, very little effort to drop all this weight. Personally I have not cheated a single time since I…

Actually yes, my husband is never rude or disrespectful to me. Don't think he ever has been once in our relationship, and we've been together ten years. He's said dumb stuff (don't we all) but not directed at me, and definitely not about my body, even when I was at my worst. Maybe I am just lucky! If a guy said to me what…

OP, this is a red flag the size of Texas. It's one thing for him to feel new insecurities about your weight loss, or miss eating junk food with you- those are understandable. It's another entirely for him to "blow up" at you, resent you for being healthy, and make you tiptoe around him out of fear that you'll make him…

Beautiful curls! I love curly hair. Also you look like you don't put up with any crap, which is always good.