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Porridge (just made with rolled oats and water) and blueberries. I cook frozen blueberries in the microwave with the porridge so it turns purple and sweetens it. Milk on top. I was a bit surprised to find out recently that the pre-made packets of porridge are about 20% sugar! Plain oatmeal has more fibre and is more…

Hi there, um, doesn't it totally depend on what you like? I'll tell you what I like, but there's no guarantee that you'd like it too... *Hard boiled egg and light mayo sandwiches (with chopped chives or spring onions) *Smoked salmon and light cream cheese sandwiches *Sliced chicken or turkey breast sandwiches with whatever…

Hiya, I'm starting with a goal for the next four weeks 'cos I know I don't do well with longer term goals. And it's a fairly modest goal too - four pounds in four weeks. You with me?

Huh? Why will your mom only let you cook certain dishes? I take it you're quite young and stuck living at home for a bit yet? I think this is probably part of you becoming an independent adult and deciding how you want to live your own life. You may need to create a bit of emotional distance. What's her take on the issue?…

Hi there, as mentioned, you can't reduce fat from specific areas of your body, but you can tone your muscles so you look a lot better! There was an article recently about it in one of our papers: https://www.theguardian.com/lifeandstyle/2016/jul/25/whats-the-best-way-to-lose-abdominal-fat I found a few gentle core strength…

Thanks for the support, @ilovefastcarstoo :) I'm feeling quite motivated today - had a yummy healthy lunch and got a healthy dinner planned... I think as I long as I stay focussed I can do this! Let's keep chatting for the next few months to keep going together. :)

Hi guys, I'm in Bristol - back on MFP after slowly regaining the weight I lost a few years ago... It'd be nice to have some buddies who are awake at the same time I am, but I do tend to think in kilos, not pounds or stones because I'm originally from New Zealand!

I have a birthday in November and it's the big 40! I dropped about 16 pounds a few years ago and have been slowly putting it back on to the point where I'm nearly back at my original weight. :( So, I've got a short term goal for the next four weeks to lose at least 4 pounds but a longer term goal for November would be…

Hiya, I'm from Bristol. Back on the wagon and could do with a few more online buddies, preferably those who aren't already super-fit and skinny 'cos that's just depressing! :smile:

My aunt is 70 and has happily lost and kept off two stone using the 5:2 thing. She finds it quite achievable. Personally I think I'd struggle too much on the 2 days and be likely to binge on the 5 days so I'll stick to aiming to eat healthy every day, but each to their own! PS - another thing they mentioned for constant…

Actually, I just looked at your food diary and there are very good points above. You must log consistently (and try to eat more consistently so you get into a good routine). Your daily goal is nearly huge - how did you come to that number? I suggest you go back, plug in your details accurately, see what MFP gives you and…

I'm no expert but my two cents if you're interested... I watched a programme on weight loss this week and it reinforced the idea that most people see a plateau or even weight gain after a sustained period of losing as the body 'wants' to hold on to its weight. The way they suggested round that was basically lowering the…

Hi there, I've had a look back through a few days and my suggestions (take them or leave them as suits you...) are: * Stick to a more consistant routine - it makes it easier if you've got more set list of breakfast, lunch and snacks. * Be wary of alcohol. Not only is it empty calories, it causes people to get snackish and…

Some of these ideas might work - I like the sound of prawns and tomatoes... http://www.bbc.co.uk/food/collections/intermittent_dieting_recipes Basically fish, prawns/shrimp, chicken breast (without the skin), low fat cheese or cottage cheese are all good, I think.

Hi there, I've had a wee look at your diary and I too wonder if you're logging as accurately as you could i.e. some days you seem to miss meals. (If you are missing meals then stop it - you need regular fuel). Detailed logging and regular weighing (even if you don't like what you're seeing) are the key to success if you…

I know it's tough when you're busy but half the battle is making sure you're got plenty of good quick food in the house so you can 'just grab' something healthy. I eat snacks like bananas or other fruit, a small bag of 'lite' crisps, a low cal muesli bar, low cal yoghurt pot. I aim for a maximum of about 120 - 130 cal in…

You work full time and go to school full time? So how many hours a week are you busy then? 70-80? No wonder you're finding it difficult to find time and the mental energy to focus on your health! As someone above said, losing weight isn't difficult but it really is hard and I find it takes a solid committment to it as it…

I'd suggest making sure you have a filling (but healthy) meal before the gig. I find things like soups with veg, carbs and meat in them filling and low cal. I buy them in pots that can just be microwaved. Then make sure you drink enough water (yes water, not beer etc!). I'll allow you a diet coke or coffee if you feel the…

I have a feeling (untested) that MFP massively overstates the amount of calories we burn when walking. I find that unless I am regularly under my calorie goal for the day (including exercise calories) that I just don't lose weight. So basically my suggestion is to log your walking according to your speed but don't eat all…

Yup, I'm from Bristol. I joined a couple of years ago, took off some weight, kept it off but now it's nearly all crept back on again. Time to put my foot down and get sorted! I could do with some more MF Pals if anyone wants to add me? :) Cheers EJ

Hi there, I've been doing this off and on for about 2-3 years now. My main advice would be to start gradually and make small changes. First up, I'd just log what I was eating and notice a few places you can make changes i.e. moving from lots of white bread to less wholegrain bread or whatever. Search out tasty reasonably…

If I want a little sweet thing, I eat a couple of marshmallows with a cup of coffee, or suck on one boiled sweet. I have also had a fun size Milky Way or Crunchie bar when I have a few more calories to play with. Heidi has lots of good ideas. I also suggest making sure you drink lots of water and eat a fair amount of low…

Hi there, there are a few things in your post that stick out to me... you've never had a father around, you've obviously been close to your mother (you say you were spoiled by her) you're unemployed and job seeking (that's hard!) and you've just had a big life change in that you've moved out on your own. You've got a whole…

If your goal for the holiday is to look good in skimpy clothes or a bikini, I'd suggest focusing on weights and eating a reasonable number of calories with plenty of protein. Do thorough measurements and photos (and a body fat percentage if you can manage it) and focus on that, not the scale. (This is all theory for me, as…

I'm with the person saying 'are you sure you actually need a lower number on the scale'? You've been doing an amazing job of changing your body by getting a lot more muscular. You must look so much more toned and healthy (and be much healthier) so well done you! You look completely healthy and gorgeous in your profile pic.…

I swear by porridge (oatmeal). I've been having the same one every week day for ages (even in high summer) - it's super quick to prepare in the microwave, low cal, high in fibre and very filling. PS - cereal is the devil. I tends to be refined carbs, lots of sugar and not very filling. I haven't kept cereal in the house…

Man, this advice about walking in heels really makes we wonder why we put ourselves through it i.e. sit as often as possible, stand on one foot then the other to relieve pressure, take smaller steps, don't wear them too often or you'll get bunions... http://www.wikihow.com/Walk-in-High-Heels After starting yoga, I did stop…

This is a great post! I'm somewhere on a similar journey from someone who's always avoided formal exercise (though I was an active child and teenager) to someone who now love pilates and yoga and quite enjoys a blat on the cardio machines at the gym. I think your description of how to slowly, gradually work your way…