Sharon009 Member

I do my own version of a cheat meal/day. Cheating used to be eating very unhealthy and over the calorie limit at one meal. Now if I want to cheat, I make a healthy version of the 'bad' stuff. Like homemade ice cream, apple crisp, the biggest peanut cookie I can fit in the toaster over, my own pizza made with whole food…

Glad I found this group. People act like you're preaching to them about religion anytime you mention clean eating.

There are lots of good websites with clean eating recipes that are flavorful..'100daysrealfood' is my favorite. I consider clean eating as food that is not processed. I think the type food you consume is just as, if not more important than the amount of calories consumed. I lost 20lbs using mfp to count calories but…

I had to go on an all vegetarian diet due to severe acid reflux that took me six months to straighten out. And I used to only eat protein and vegetables. A vegetarian diet that includes lots of whole grains, oatmeal, quinoa, brown rice etc.. will fix a lot more than an unhealthy heart. A good book to get is 'The Digestive…

Busting out of the largest size clothing in my closet. Severe acid reflux and hiatal hernia (no processed food for me anymore). wanting to feel good as well as look good.

You are not doomed. I used to hate exercising as well. Start out small. Here's what I did: I knew I had to do some kind of physical activity to continue weight loss efforts so I made a commitment to go for a walk 3times per week for 5 minutes at a time. I forced myself to do it (that's how much I hated it). After two weeks…

I freeze my fruit and use it instead of ice cubes. Makes for a better smoothie, especially bananas but mango is one of my favorites. Today I made a smoothie with a carrot, stalk of celery, half a pear, quarter of a banana, half cup raw spinach, a little cucumber and water. Nutritious and tasty as well.

I agree it's difficult to find and I am in a large city

Love your story. Especially because life does get in the way sometimes and interferes with our weight loss plans but you picked back up right where you left off and that is what makes a person successful.

Real food is just a term used for food that hasn't be altered, meaning its in its original form. Skim milk has been altered, all pasteurized milk is altered but low fat or ski even more through the process of removing the fat.

Clean eating is not eating processed foods. Real food is not processed or genetically altered. It's not fish thats been farm fed junk that we then put into our bodies. Its beef, pork and chicken that hasnt been shot up with hormones or fed genetically altered corn etc.. I'm talking about real food. Real butter from cows…

Yes I do mean hyperglycemic. Real food doesn't mean plain or bad tasting food, it's organic real butter, full fat milk, cheese, meat, locally grown produce, no gmo type stuff etc... My body is forcing me into this, I travel for work and it is running me down. I notice when I eat clean, meaning no artificial stuff, I feel…

Thanks guys! I do understand the calorie intake versus calorie burn. It just seems I'm getting less food quantity wise. I do agree a handful of nuts stays with you longer than a granola bar.

If I drink wine within my calorie limit I don't gain weight, but I have blood sugar problems and have to eat fatty food to counter the effects alcohol has on my body. Yes, I gain weight from wine. It's best if I don't have any at all because 4 or 5 ounces is just not worth drinking. If I drink more it lowers my inhibitions…

I think more people need to be aware of what they are putting in their mouth. I was obsessed when I first started but once I figured out how to navigate the world of 'bad' choices I relaxed. But still firmly believe in thinking about what you eat and preparing ahead of time.

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What do you consider intelligent? I consider common sense/street smarts and being humble far more valuable. I dated a professor who graduated with a PHd from Duke, he was such an elitist that it made him seem stupid. Then I dated a mechanic who 'thought' he was smarter than everyone, ( he was intelligent) but was the…

Everywhere, Walmart, target publix, 7-11, you name it, I love them all!

Weigh and measure all food.

oikos plain only! I dislike Chobani because I think it tastes like sour milk. And I only eat plain because the others are too sweet. I do put stevia in it though every time. Love greek yogurt!

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Its how I see it too. I work in the Finance/investement industry and my credit has always been a determination for a job or representing various companies, I also am scrutinized on my appearance. I have to look 'the part' professional and somewhat upscale. I dont see a problem with what they are doing.

I second this and Charleston SC, beautiful charming very romantic. Also good weather, not too warm or cold.

I eat the kids 4 piece chicken meal with waffle fries at Chick fil a. It's only about 400 calories and works in a pinch

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After an event like that nothing feels better than getting into shape, best revenge too if you care about that sort of thing. Your health and looks is about the only thing you can control. I wish you all the best and will pray for you and your child for peace and hope.

So awesome! Thank you for sharing with us, very enlightening and motivating.

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