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No, I was born well before 1980. I lived through the sugar-free craze, the fat-free craze, and every other fad that has come and gone in the past 50 years. I feel that we're currently in the "processed, fake, healthy food" craze where manufacturers are putting "organic," "natural," "gluten-free," or "vegan" on processed…

I think attributing rising obesity to technology oversimplifies things. Sure, it's a contributing factor, but at the same time soda consumption was decreasing, the soda manufacturers were busy developing and marketing sugary juices, teas, flavored waters, sports drinks, energy drinks, and other "head fake, healthier"…

@wunderkindking I'm curious at what level you set your protein and fat percentage goals. I used to do keto but had to stop because of some health concerns and ended up gaining back all the weight I had lost. So, now I'm monitoring calories/macros/fiber/sugar, but I'm really not sure what percentages I should aim for with…

A related problem I've had in the past is when I need to lose, say 50 lbs, for example. After I lose maybe 20 or 25 lbs, people start noticing and complimenting me, saying how good I look. Then I lose all motivation to continue and complete my goal because I subconsciouslythink I don't need to. I'm good now. Then, my…

BS, like most of what E. M. says. He is a tireless self-promoter. Long-term consistency is more important to achieve most goals. You can't complete a degree, lose 100 lbs, learn to play a musical instrument, learn a language, become good at a sport, etc. by condensing the number of hours it takes into the shortest time…

I've come to the conclusion, after many years of experimenting with different diets, that there is no one best eating and nutrition plan for everyone. We're not all the same, so why should our diets be all the same? That said, I think 85% of weight control is the result of your eating plan, but 85% on your body composition…

So, I did online dating a while back. I once heard that women lie about their weight, men lie about their height and income, and everyone lies about how often they exercise. Don't know if that's true, but it seems like there may be some truth to that. That said, I had specific criteria I looked for, but it was odd stuff.…

I try not to eat anything for a few hours before bed. Protein takes longer to digest, so if you're trying to stave off feelings of hunger during the night, I guess you could do that. But I never have that problem. Actually, eating before bed makes me prone to having crazy nightmares! :D

Just checking in with anyone who may be following this thread. Things are still going slowly for me. I'm down about 5 lbs in 5 weeks. Not bad, but could be better. I was a little concerned that I blew it at a Super Bowl party, but then I remembered @AnnPT77 's kind and logical words, checked my weight this morning, and...…

Thank you so much for taking the time to respond, @AnnPT77! I appreciate your kindness and insight so much! I don't want to have an "all or nothing" mentality. I've just recently come to realize that I do. Consistency has always been my problem. I'll get really motivated and stick with a plan for 6-8 months, get in…

I'm honestly struggling this week with my "all or nothing" mentality. Last weekend, we visited our friends' house for dinner. They're the types who always offer waaaay too much food/snacks/drinks/desserts. My strategy at home is to just not have unhealthy foods on hand so that I won't be tempted. I really tried to stick to…

Even when I was repeating a lot, I definitely went through phases or seasonal variations. When I lived alone, on Sundays during cold months, I would make a big pot of soup. The ingredients would vary depending upon what I had on hand, but the formula was basically the same (veggies, beans, protein, maybe barley or rice). I…

I think it depends a lot on whether or not you live alone. When I lived alone, things were much more repetitive (and, not coincidentally, I managed my weight much more easily). Now that I live with my partner, I feel that I have to rotate between what I would normally cook for myself and what my partner likes. To be fair,…

Hi, Ragnhild! Yes, workplace treats are so tempting. I used to bring my lunch/snacks to work just to avoid the unhealthy things people would leave out for everyone. I've actually worked from home since 2016, so that part isn't new. It is very easy to wander to the kitchen for snacks, though, whenever you want a break. I…

I was reading recently about the 18 Early Maladaptive Schemas. It's the theory that there are basically 18 different negative cognitive mindsets that people can acquire 1 or more of early on in life. These negative outlooks can hinder one's own success in a variety of ways. There are online quizzes you can take to see if…

Congratulations on your success! I really like your strategy of adjusting a few of your favorite foods to lower calorie versions, eating and tracking a typical breakfast and lunch, and then making any necessary adjustments for your last meal of the day. I think that's the first time I've ever heard of someone using that…

I suggest having other measurements of success besides the scale. Did you take body measurements? Those can sometimes give a more realistic measure of success if you're building muscle while losing fat (although you probably only want to measure about once/month). Also, action goals like water intake, adequate sleep,…

Hi, Nicole! It's really cold where I live, too. So that's an easy excuse! Another struggle I have is an "all or nothing" mindset. If I eat something that I know I shouldn't, I tend to think the day's plan is ruined, so I may as well eat anything else I want. Then a day turns into a week! I have to stop doing that. I think…

I like doing 16:8 IF. My routine is to delay breakfast until around 11 a.m. (According to keto people, coffee with up to 50 cals. of cream/sweetener added doesn't count as breaking your fast in the morning.) Then I eat lunch around 2 or 3 p.m. and try to eat dinner by 7 p.m. This all helps me control total calories, and…

I've done IF, alt day, and a longer water fast in the past, each for different reasons. I like 16:8 IF in general on a regular basis because otherwise I snack too much in the evening. Keeping all my meals in an 8 hr window helps me control total calories. It's also taught me to recognize true hunger vs. boredom or stress…