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Oh no, the pics aren't working. The pics are always so exciting to see. Congrats otherwise!

When you are depriving yourself, turn it into a postive statement. Like I want to eat all protein. I want to eat steak and no potatoes. I want to eat string cheese only. I want to eat meat only. I want to eat 1500 calories, etc. Then you won't be so focused on the "can't have" statements.

I log everything. If I didn't log the fruits and veggies, then I wouldn't do as much loggin and therefore not have as much fun :)

South Beach "high" protein bars. Carbs and protein. no artifical sweeteners and tasty!

Yeah, it will probably only taste "fishy" if it was cheap. Get some decent salmon or tilapia and it should not taste fishy. Fish sticks and fried catfish can taste fishy. I think.

Get busy in a hobby! Do you like cross-stitching? I do, that keeps me busy if I have to sit around because of a disability or illness. It keeps me from eating. I'm only 32, and I LOVE cross-stitching. It's a secret! Do you like video games? Something to keep you distracted.

Maybe you should see a Registered Dietician. a Registered Dietician and a nutritionist are completely different. Nutritionist do not have as much scrutiny or education as a registered dietician. There is a website. Google it: Finding a Registered Dietician. You should be able to type in your zipcode and real registered…

Super awesome! I tried Zumba once.. I was totally confused.. in fact I don't think I stayed after 30 minutes-lol!

I'm making this one this weekend!! I just got back from the grocery store and purchased all of the ingredients!! http://allrecipes.com/recipe/cranberry-and-cilantro-quinoa-salad/

This is the best ever!! The picture is horrible, but the taste is amazing! And it's time consuming to make. http://allrecipes.com/Recipe/Quinoa-Beet-and-Arugula-Salad/Detail.aspx

This sounds right!

I had something simliar happen to me. But I was taking 2 iron pills at night. My iron was really low and 1 pill in the morning time wasn't helping. So, I decided to switch it to night time and to take 2 pills instead of 1. And I went WAY over in iron. I went back to my doctor. He thought I had an ear infection because of…

People aren't judging you there! IF they are.. they won't be at the gym for long. They are the one's that come at the beginning of the year, judge everyone, to never return until the new year again. Have fun and enjoy the gym! It's my second home. I can wear what I want and do whatever I want anyway that I want!

Congrats everyone!!

That's SO awesome! I'm in a weight loss challenge that ends this week at my work. I'm sure I'm not winning, but the prizes are nice! Cash rewards! What was your prize?

Help him to eat better by making his lunches and breakfasts and you planning the dinner. This is what I do, for my now, Husband. I make him "overnight oatmeal in a jar" for breakfast and healthy full of different weekly vegetables for lunch. He has lost 10lbs since January. You have to help them without them knowing. He…

Saggy skin and everyone watches what you eat and drink because they see you losing weight.

I don't even heat mine up.. it's so yummy! Also, I'm pretty sure Quaker sells "low sugar" but "high fiber" oatmeal. Some stores have it, some don't. I noticed Target has more of a variety than y grocery store does.

Make your own from raw oats and add flaxseed for the fiber. I make 1/2 cup of raw oats, 3/4 milk (more or less that you like), cinnamon, strawberries, 1/2 banana. Throw it in a dish, shake it up and put it in the fridge over night. It's sooo yummy. If you need it sweeter, then you could add a couple more dashes of…

I gave up artificial sweeteners since the beginning of the year. A Month later I gave up coffee because it wasn't "sweet" anymore. Now, I noticed I've been craving my protein shake. I look at the ingredients and there is artifical sweeteners. I don't think they will kill you, but I do believe they create cravings.. which…

Water Water Water Water.. you might be dehydrated and confusing hunger for thirst! Seriously, it will help. But you have to make better choices, 2% American Cheese is 50 calories, instead of 100, Get lean ground beef, etc. You have to make better choices by swaping out higher cals for lower cals. That's the answer.

Direclty from Polar, they say that the watch is not as accurate for calories burned if your heart rate isn't above 110 or 120. I can't remember the exact amount, but it's an amount that you would be hitting if you were at the gym, not just shopping. Were you sweating? Ask Polar.

I feel the same way. I pay extra to take strength training classes with free weights with a personal trainer on Tues and Thurs morning because of the FEAR!

2 months? How does your body feel? Do you feel stronger? Clothes getting bigger? Did you increase your calories according to the book? I just finished reading the book. I do strength training but not as aggressive as the book suggests. Maybe I should wait until I lose 10 more lbs before I start the rules of the book. I'm…

I'm on my way to 3 weeks tomorrow!

Sorry, this is not solely based off of your browsing history. For example, I just saw Chili's and Loreal Hair products. I only go to Facebook, Chase, Dominick's grocery store, Discover and MFP on my laptop, so what's the reason for those coming up?

Yes, there is nothing wrong with eating at those places if you choose the right types of foods. What's wrong with it? This website is about making better choices to stay within your calorie range, NOT elminating life of food :)

I eat Kale daily and I have never had gas because of the Kale. Not sure why you are experiencing gas. Quinoa-KeenWah. You can buy it next to the rice and couscous. Follow the directions on the package. Here is an excellent but time consuming recipe. It's super tasty:…

Chocolate chocolate chocolate and strawberry frosted poptarts!

See how your body feels. If you are sluggish or "don't want to run today", if you're not "excited to run" then you are probably not eating enough. It's amazing what you can learn by listening to your own body.. to a point. Maybe eat half? and see what happens. Keep a journal of your changes. I do in my profile, just to…