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Amazing work! You got this :)

I think it's so important to switch our rewards from being food based. A mani/pedi is a great idea. I love massages and do that sometimes too if i go a certain amount of days sticking to the diary. :)

This is totally true! There is so much out there at the start and so much pre-packaged food. And who doesn't want the easy option? But in the end you have to cook for yourself to be better off in the long run :)

Definitely agree with having water nearby at all times! Even a hot drink like a tea or coffee as well because they take longer to drink. How about looking up recipes? That way your mind is still thinking about food but without eating it. It can help keep you (and your hands) occupied and lead through to making lists and…

It's so hard when you feel useless! Food really has a way of making us feel so very powerless. It's like you almost have to train your willpower muscles to stop the binge. I've lost 22kgs so far and used to be a massive binge eater- and sometimes I still am. There are a few things that I found that worked: 1. When I get…

One easy swap I do for low carb veg is to switch potato for cauliflower. It probably won't work so well for a jacket potato, but in a casserole or curry its a great swap. And there are some excellent mashed cauliflower recipes. :)

Tacos is one of my favourite veg meals!! One thing I like to do for my 'meat' mix is to sneak some other veggies in. In my pan I throw in taco seasoning and a few kinds of beans, then I also add in shredded carrot, spinach and kale - you can't even taste them once its simmered for a bit. Then when I'm eating the tacos I…

I lost most of my weight through nutrition as I was injured through the initial phase of my weight loss. To date I've lost 22 kgs (and counting) through whole foods plant based eating. Now that I've started exercising again I've noticed my recovery time is so much better! I used to exercise and go to the gym and be sore…

Hi Everyone :) I lost 22 kilos through whole foods plant based eating - And I'm still losing (hopefully)! Through my vegetarian transition and weight loss journey I discovered my passion for plant based healthy eating and I now work as a Weight Management Practitioner giving advice to people who are transitioning to…

Hey there, Here are a few BCAA sources: Leucine: soybeans and lentils Isoleucine: almonds, cashews, and chickpeas Valine: peanuts, sesame seeds, and lentils Chickpeas and lentils are super cheap :) What results are you trying to achieve?

I think you guys have hit the nail on the head with the planning mind set. I've been to some events that have had the token 'vegetarian option' but it ends up being full of cheese or the like which isn't much help for a vegan :( Plus only 1-2 options when everyone else gets a million is totally not fair. If you eat…

I think you should be super proud of losing 0.6kgs! You said it's not as much as you would like, but seriously don't be disappointed by a positive result. For healthy and sustainable weight loss 0.5kgs/week is around the number you're looking for in the long term (depending on your start weight of course) - not saying you…

My go to 'weekend breakfast' that's super easy, looks great on the plate and tastes amazing is light rye toast topped with smashed avocado. Drizzle with some balsamic glaze and sprinkle generously with dukkah. It's a great mix of nutrients and flavours and most importantly it's super satisfying - plus the dukkah means I'm…

Hi there :) What is your reason for wanting more protein? Is there something that makes you think you're lacking? If you're eating a good variety of whole food plant based meals then you should be getting plenty of protein without having to focus on it. As they've said above don't stress about carbs from plants, they're…

You can do it! How are you going so far in these first few days?