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Do you have access to a gym or do you workout on your own? I'm wondering if it's possible that you don't have more fat to lose, and usually gyms have body fat estimators (it is a device you hold). My other idea is to question if you have enough muscle mass to help your body burn fat. If you aren't weight lifting or doing…

I have noticed negativity too and took a break from message boards. There were a couple of offensive messages made toward other members that I ended up reporting.

You are making sense. I ask my mother to put a serving of veggies aside for me before she adds butter to the dish. She is not pleased about it, but I don't let up. She then makes me mash my own potatoes, steam my own green beans, etc. I think another (difficult) key is to eat as slowly as you can. It takes about 20 minutes…

haha...well...keep the weight off, styles change every season :) I have seen a LOT of very tight sweaters.

that is why I haven't placed a ticker on mine!

I recently got Mesa Sunrise. It is pretty good, like higher fiber cornflakes.

you should push for a trip to Italy....I am sure you will see how different, and healthy, real Italian food is. You're talking about American food, like every ethnic based food, Americans amp it up. I haven't been to Italy, but would appreciate it if you would try to fit me into your luggage.

McDougal's! Both boxed (small boxes) and dried soups. They make low sodium varieties, really really good stuff.

I say just correct your behavior in the future.

It was dry, but I slathered it with yogurt sauce, so I missed most the bread taste. I get what you are saying. Its totally just a psychological thing. I kind of wanted to see how people would react to my dramatic title, some of the responses have me laughing out loud.

No matter, I was pretty turned off by that time anyway

haha some of these responses are hilarious!!!

People, be nice! This is a legit question! I get obsessive about counting, too. Someone posted the website canyoustayfordinner.com and I read through it and found it really inspirational to answer your questions about maintenance and eating.

Maybe he just needs more time. Just knowing that you are supportive of the idea may plant the seed so he can see therapy as good and normal. I wouldn't suggest pushing him, just gently letting him know that if he would find it helpful you are in total support of him, whatever he decides.

Please be sure to be gentle on yourself in the upcoming days. Maybe that means focusing on other things, just trying to eat healthy, but not letting MFP or counting be a stress producer, you've already got enough on your plate. Or maybe that means sticking to counting as something normal to hold on to. Whatever would…

I think you just have to do it in moderation. Our bodies do need sodium, and a lot of foods naturally have sodium in them. Are you eating any prepacked foods at all? I tried to peak at your diary but couldn't see it. I would suggest looking at the full day and seeing which items were highest in sodium and if they are…

totally agree!! Start from a place of non judgement! I would suggest looking at it like a data report rather than attaching feelings of guilt or despair. For example, you could make an agreement with yourself to track everything for a week and not look at the total calories, then look back on the week and see how much you…

I hear you loud and clear! :) so challenging! I need at least 8 hours too or I feel just terrible. The only additional tip I have is this: This past weekend, Saturday night no less, I prepared/planned my lunches and dinners for the whole week. This has saved me some major AM and PM time...my routine was to prep the next…

I do a protein shake a lot of mornings (Spirutein). It is delicious and high in sugar, but keeps me full for at least 2 hours (AM snack time). If you really like eggs, you could make them in advance. They refrigerate well. Lots of times I make omelets/frittatas on Sunday mornings and due to the big pan, there is always…

thanks for the tip

I take psyllium once in a while in water (not pills, actual husk). I like it. Definitely drink lots of water. You should also, as I have learned, start slowly! I suggest taking it every other day to get started. Your body will tell you if it wants more or if it wants less. Like Joe above, sounds like your body wanted less…

Every body takes off weight differently. I'm in the opposite boat, my face gets too thin (people tell me I look sickly/gaunt) but my thighs haven't shrunk a single inch. I think you just have to love your whole self and don't sweat this small stuff. You can't control where your body loses weight. Try to take more leg…

You didn't mention...do you have or have you been screened for heart issues? This really sounds like something you have to talk to your doctor about. A lot of people do get elevated heart rate when they run and it is perfectly healthy but you have to check with your doctor before hand.

I think people just use 1200 as a rule of thumb because most people are over 100lbs, but the real calculation would be based on your height, weight, and activity level. The big concern with "starvation mode" is (at least in my opinion) for individuals dealing with disorders like anorexia or bulimia and are literally…

We all have plateau weeks. Now, In addition to the advice above about accurately logging... If you are really eating more than you are counting: well, this answer is obvious, you're eating more than you are counting and therefore not getting an accurate read. If you really are eating between 1600-1800: I also wonder if…

congrats! Now once you get it resized, you can never go back...hows that for motivation

I know how much this stinks. I tore my ankle up (ligaments) in July. Got an xray, was diagnosed with a sprain. I was told by the doctor to start putting pressure on in 4 days, which I did. I started working out again 2 weeks later. I didn't know that my situation was so severe. It has been 4 months and I am still in a lot…

are you talking about savory sauces? If so, I usually just omit the sugar, without issue. A lot of sauce ingredients (like tomatoes, cream, etc) already have nautral sugars that sweeten the dish.

I think you're misunderstanding what I am saying, maybe I wasn't clear. I can do the counting, I can take the few minutes, etc., it's not the actual process of logging...it is how obsessed I become that is the problem. I've sought professional help with the compulsive disorder without success yet. I know this site is not…

I'm in the same spot and would love some tips, too. I had great success a year ago, was super super motivated, but then started working fulltime and gained 10lb back and I just can't seem to shake it!