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one thing to think about is that a 300 calorie net intake for a day would be considered in the anorexic range. be sure you're exceeding your amount of proteing suggested everyday and you HAVE to eat TONS of veggies to make up for nutrient lost through sweat. Also, if you can't eat more you really need to cut back on the…

P.S. I also think you should still log your calories for the day, just so you can be very honest with yourself and make changes if it really starts to affect your progress! You can't change it if you don't know :)

i think they're necessary to keep your sanity! i don't, however, think you should look at it as being a "reward" for being good, i believe that is the thinking that got us to where we are. Maybe look at it as a treat and a way for you and your hubby to reconnect in a way you both enjoy! A reward for doing well would be to…

maybe a coleslaw with light dressing? or waldorf salad (has broccoli and sunflower seeds, you can probably google it for a recipe)

a piece of fruit, a medium apple is usually around 80 calories and a medium banana is right around 100, or small handful of nuts

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Also look for high protein breads and pastas.. usually multigrain bread will have around 5g per slice and Barilla Plus pasta has 10g per serving and is DELICIOUS!

I LOVE the Extra Spicy one and the Southwest Chipotle (if you can't tell I enjoy spicy food :) )

I just took a look at your food diary, and at least for the last week or so you've actually been doing everything you should be, you're sodium was only over one day and most of the time it is well under the 2500 mg and you're calories are right where they should be.. i would suggest talking to a Dr. I just found out I have…

Fresca and Crystal Light are good options OCCASIONALLY, they've done quite a few studies that show that foods and drinks with artificial sweeteners actually trick the brain into eating more afterwards because your brain thinks it is getting energy (a.k.a.calories)when you consume the artificial sweets, so when it doesn't…

Actually, quinoa is also a plant that is a complete protein.. just fyi.. I personally prefer almond milk and LOVE the chocolate variety for a delicious, relatively low calorie treat (it is very creamy), however, almond milk has very little protein or fiber content.. I tend to limit soy due to the hormone issues it creates,…

water weight can fluctuate a ton during the day.. you can actually pee up to 2 lbs of weight in the morning

I try to evenly distribute the calories throughout the day so I'm not starving at dinner.. that being said I really don't put a ton of thought into planning every morsel. I just notice a big difference in my blood sugar levels and my ability to concentrate when it works out that way, and then I don't have to eat a bunch…

milk has around 8g of protein and is a good source of calcium so it will definitely help keep away the hunger pangs.

The more veggies and protein you take in the fuller you will feel, and veggies are very low in calories (however, you can't smother them in cheese or butter) the trick is to eat 4-6 small meals a day, if you save all your calories till dinner you will have a tendency overindulge due to starvation. When you hit a plateau…

MEASURE, MEASURE, MEASURE! i take my measurements every week, i do arm, chest, thinnest and thickest part of my waist, hips, thigh and calf, it is really eye opening! then i add them all up so i can see how much i drop each week. I feel your pain though, i actually managed to gain 15 lbs and lose 16 inches at the same…

Great job in joining MFP! I appreciate your determination. This is a great place to get support and encouragement and constructive help when you're struggling :) Definitely start with small goals, it makes it easier to stay on track! Try making some healthy switches in your diet at first, like switch to whole grain breads…

Hey! I am always available for support, friend me and we can help keep each other motivated! I am fascinated with nutrition and exercise and know a lot about both ( i just don't always apply it :/ )

It's always tough to say, usually after the first couple of weeks it will start to get better, but you will probably get hunger pangs regardless as 1270 isn't much food. Fill up on whole grains like brown rice, oatmeal and whole wheat pasta (remember portion control), lots of lean protein (i always eat more protein than…

I think the worst thing we do to sabotage ourselves is being to harsh on ourselves, try to keep a positive outlook and remember there is so much more to life than a calorie count!

Mine is public, I joined MFP for help and to offer support, if my diet and exercise diary can help someone else or let someone else help me then that's what I'm here for

You may not be eating enough, try to up your protein and complex carb intake (whole grain breads and pasta, add more meat or nuts). You could just be under-nourishing your body. If you can't remember to take supplements then fruits and veggies are EXTREMELY important, but the supplements will make a difference!

You're not eating enough. The hardcore workout plans require a lot more from your body, I'd add another 300 calories/day to your diet and see where that gets you. 1200 calories is the target calorie goal for sedentary people, not highly active ones (even for weight loss).

Be sure to measure yourself every week, it will tell the true story! And don't cut bread completely, you'll hate your life if you're a big bread fan, just switch to whole grain bread and limit it to 2 or 3 times a week, remember that you want this to be a lifestyle change so you can keep the weight off once you lose it, if…

If you increase your activity level then the amount of calories go up, my target calorie goal every day is 1420 because I'm a busybody and a massage therapist so I burn more calories per day than i would if i was sedentary.

Sometimes just changing things up a bit will get you past a plateau, at first just try 100-200 more calories a day, just make sure it's healthy food.. a handful of nuts, etc. You could also try changing up your exercise, try something new that challenges your body differently.. I started doing Zumba when I got bored with…

the trick with "Cheats" is to MAINTAIN PORTION CONTROL! wich is hard sometimes, just take steps to make it easier. Before you eat it, ask yourself if you are REALLY hungry, if you are then you can proceed. Share your cheat food with someone, or cut it in half and throw 1/2 away if the serving is too big (i have a hard time…

absolutely! you're target weight loss should not be more than 2 lbs per week and you need to eat what MFP suggests per day, even if you burn some of it off, at least take in the target amount. If you are continually losing more than 2 lbs per week keep in mind that it is most likely water weight unless you are very…

exercise, exercise, exercise! it really makes a difference and helps regulate your hormones. Keep a very small about of dark chocolate in the house for intense cravings, but try to satiate them with sweet fruit

I am also looking for support and to offer support! I've been using MFP for a while now on my phone and just checked out the website today :) i know a fair amount about nutrition for any questions there too