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I have a few goals: - To hit 270 lbs in August (3 lbs to go) - To hit 255 lbs by the end of the year - To be consistent in my logging - To start adding exercise, next week or sooner

Don't sweat it too much. If you gain weight, you gain weight. You can lose it again. While it might feel like a big thing, it's just a small setback that you can deal with. Remember that you can keep trying the next meal, the next day, etc. You basically have two choices: 1) Self control. 2) Letting it go, and just…

I haven't seen this asked/answered so why do they think you're a psycho for using MFP? Maybe try "counting calories" instead. People I know aren't getting bigger. I know a couple of people trying to lose baby weight, but otherwise everyone is more or less the same size. It really is none of your business whether people are…

Because humans are wired to make logical, thoughtful decisions? Hint: we're not; our decision making heuristics are abysmal. They work "well enough" for most situations but they aren't actually logical or well thought out. If you want to talk about people self-medicating, then go to the root of the problem: the stigma…

I have severe insomnia so I have to take sleeping pills for it but melatonin tends to work for most people. The liquid version tends to be better than pills, in my opinion. Other than that: - Make your bedroom inviting, keep it cool, have nice pillows, sheets, blackout curtains, etc. - Try lavender/soothing scented oil,…

I love your hair!

Nah, it was that winter. Winter where I live is harsh, and dry. Then I visited a humid place, so my hair, and skin wasn't very happy. My hair dresser tells me I have the best hair she's seen.

I colour my own hair all the time; never had it done professionally. I would not bleach it at home, though. That said, my hair is very dark, and it can be lighter without bleaching. The colours will usually be dark but they do show up, and my hair is lighter. If your hair is medium, it shouldn't be difficult to go lighter…

Maybe you're trying to do too much all at once. Break it down into smaller pieces, and do one or two things at a time. It's easy to get overwhelmed or feel like you have to do everything correctly immediately. Keeping a log? Don't bother weighing, just log what you eat. If you know what you're eating, you can see what…

I would count black coffee. I count my black tea. People have pointed out that doctors/after care sheets say X isn't the same as water. I think it's important to note that doctors are not always correct. They do not always know what they are talking about. They are also not always objective. Their own prejudices can come…

Hey there. I'm Cake, female, and nearly 30. I'm a PC gamer, mostly playing RPGs. Lately, I've been playing ESO: Morrowind (because war bears), and Heroes of the Storm. I have a bunch of consoles, and a 3DS but I don't care for consoles - I have horrible hand eye coordination - and I don't usually bring my 3DS around. Love…

I'm type 2, and on insulin. I don't think I'll be getting off it, but I'm definitely hoping to use less, and to manage my blood sugars better.

Hi there, I'm new to this group (just joined!). I'm looking for friends for support, and motivation. Age - 29 Height - 5'8" Highest Weight - 283 lbs Current Weight - 273 lbs Goal Weight - 160 lbs Location: Midwest, USA

Hi everyone. I'm Cake (not my real name, of course), and a month shy of 30. I live in the Midwest, USA, and I need to lose about 110 lbs. I'm 5'8, and 273 lbs, goal weight of 160 lbs. I'm just keeping a calorie deficit, and more or less eating whatever I want. I finally got serious about my health earlier this year - while…

113 lbs to go! I'm definitely here for the long haul; I'm thinking I'll be at my goal weight summer of 2019 or so.

I am on muscle relaxants almost all the time, and I am able to exercise. However, this really depends on how you react to them. I've not been on Lyrica, but tramadol doesn't make me sleepy, and I'm able to function on it. Cyclobenzaprine (Flexeril) made me tired as hell, so I need a nap but I could still function some on…

I am for the flu vaccine, and I strongly believe in mandatory vaccinations. If you have a medical reason for not vaccinating, that's fine, and completely understandable. Any other reason isn't. I'm also considered at-risk/immunocompromised; if I'm so much as near a person with the flu, I get sick. Having the shot regularly…

If you're looking for Indian spices, be sure to get good ones; they make a world of difference. I get all of mine from relatives visiting me. A lot of common spices are also used in Indian cooking: Chilli pepper - look for chilli powder; it's very different from 'peppers' Tumeric Cumin Garam masala Coriander Ginger Fennel…

Can you do pelvic floor exercises? Movement in that general area can help encourage peristalsis.

If you don't have hypertension, you should be fine. I aim for 3,000 mg because studies have shown that below 3,000 mg is bad for the normal population. However, I rarely make that goal, and usually end up with 1,500 mg or so. I might have to just start eating salt.

Nearly 30 here; have about 115 lbs to go.

What about Lactaid milk? It's lactose free. They also have OTC tablets/chewables/drops that contain lactase.

Yeah, preservatives aren't a problem. I don't have any problem with the ingredients. I'm just trying to get a hang on my sweet tooth.

What difference would freshness make?

I have to lose about 140lbs. Feel free to add me :)

Destiny 2. Seriously. Destiny 2.

One day at a time. One thing at a time. Start by logging your food. Don't have a food scale? That's fine, just log it. The act of logging has been shown to reduce food intake, and make us more mindful. Try to identify your bad habits. Do you snack too much? Are your portions too big? Are you eating only calorie dense food?…

@KeepOnMoving Welcome to the club! How'd you manage 5 years ago? I might try the expensive chocolate thing when I'm ready to bring it back into my life. There's a chocolatier in town, and they might have something good. Buy it in small quantities. Of course, I have no idea the calorie content, but I'll figure that out when…

I've had my gallbladder removed. I didn't even realise it was causing issues but once I got it out, good god I felt better. Mine was removed because I had pancreatitis, and they found sludge, and figured that was what was causing my pancreatitis. Before the removal I was having horrible, debilitating 'gas'. I'd be in bed…

To be honest, it's probably not your mind. Water can just taste awful depending on where you live. I flat out couldn't drink any in some of the places I've visited. Even where I live now, water in spring is just ick. And since a good percentage of bottled water is municipal water, it probably has the same taste (if you're…