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This was me today. Got bad/angering news, a coworker brought in homemade cookies.... om nom nom. I ate seven oatmeal-chocolate-chip cookies. And they weren’t even that good! It’s one day, I can see that I am susceptible to stress-eating until this problem is over, so I will take steps to help me stay on track (no junk food…
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Pop some popcorn at home and sneak it in. That way you know the calories, but can enjoy it guilt free.
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You got this! Get a food scale and weigh away!
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For me it’s tea and gum at work. Lots of great flavoured herbal teas, and many many many packs of sugar-free gum. I have a 350 calorie lunch and two 100 calorie snacks (one in the morning, the other in the afternoon) to keep me satiated.
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I totally throw the calorie-counting out the window when I go on vacation or visit my Mom (she lives 1000km away so I usually only visit her two times a year). I love food and trying and enjoying local cuisine. I did the Pizza Bus Tour in Chicago (highly recommend this!); ate a lot of pizza in Italy; schnitzel and wurst…
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My anecdotal story: My husband used to suffer from major stress, and one of the physical manifestations for him was tingling in his hands and feet. He had a full range of tests (I’m in Canada so insurance, etc. wasn’t a consideration for him). He opted to go into psychoanalysis to help him learn to deal with his stress and…
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I got the Fitbit Charge 2 last weekend as it was on sale for $50 off at a local store. I had a vivosmart watch 3 years ago (which I killed after a year as I forgot I was wearing it and went swimming with it on). For me, the pros: Step count Heart rate monitor is curiosity-satisfying, not sure how accurate Silent alarms…
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Hi Sam, I’m sorry to hear you’re having a difficult time. Sometimes eating has an emotional component.... are there other stressors in your life right now? Could seeking therapy, taking up meditation, or something else help? Or maybe you’ve lost too much weight too fast? When I first used My Fitness Pal, I lost almost…
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Ditto pretty much what everyone else has said. Also - I’ve become a food snob. I used to eat any old chocolate, but now if I’m having a treat, it can only be *good* chocolate. If I’m having a slice of cake, it’s not a sheet cake from the discount grocery store, but a really good bakery cake: it has to be *worth* the…
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In Canada there is a brand of products called “President’s Choice”, that have some great healthy products for meal preparation. This week for lunch I am having chicken breast with the following veggies slow roasted: red pepper, broccoli, cauliflower and string beans. I’m using the President’s Choice light Memories of…
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Let some friends know about your struggles, and ask if it’s ok to call them when you’re feeling stressed. Sometimes just a quick 2-minute chat with someone who cares about you and is rooting for you is enough of an emotional boost to push you past the need to eat for emotional comfort.
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One winter I would make soup ahead of time and have it for breakfast. Ground turkey or chickpeas, lots of veggies, low-sodium stock and crushed tomatoes. I calculated the calories per serving and froze in plastic containers. Then in the morning I could microwave for breakfast.
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LOL the title of your post made me laugh because my last name is Tribe. You need a Tribe..... well here I am! :D
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Is there a farmer's market in your area? It may be fun for you and your family to check it out once a week or so and look at local, fresh produce. Most sellers will give you a sample of a fruit or veggie, so you can "taste test" it before you buy. Plus the farmers can give you tips on how to clean, prepare and serve the…
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HCG Diet is a scam -- pure and simple. People who use it also go on a very calorie-restricted diet, which is what causes the dramatic weight loss. There have been studies after studies on this diet, but there is ZERO SCIENTIFIC PROOF that the injections themselves do anything. In fact, there is an interesting article…
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It happen sometimes. I notice my weight fluctuates depending on my "time of the month", if I'm constipated, or drank a lot of water the day before. I only weigh myself once a week, first thing in the morning after I've peed, with no clothes on. That way I don't get too upset by the normal fluctuations. (I read somewhere on…
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I am freezing as well! And I completely understand the cravings for carbs. To help keep me warm I wear long-johns. Not sexy at all, but oh so cozy. I also really like the decorative scarf trend: a bright scarf paired with a warm sweater is very cozy as well! :)
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Be careful doing a detox - you could actually hurt your body! What's the harm in detoxification? http://whatstheharm.net/detoxification.html Scientists say: drop “detox”: have a glass of tap water and get an early night http://www.senseaboutscience.org.uk/index.php/site/project/47
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Are you stretching? I walk A LOT, and my legs feel tired often as well. I stretch stretch stretch, then have my husband massage them. :)
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I *love* the frozen banana trick. I will sometimes add a tablespoon of cocoa powder (the unsweetened kind) to the banana as well. I find the banana is sweet enough, and it satisfies a chocolate craving. :)
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Last night I made a simple yet yummy salad: 1 PC Blue Menu Easy-Grill Chicken Breast (110 calories!!) shredded romaine lettuce green pepper cucumber cherry tomatoes mushrooms Creamy garlic yogurt salad dressing Yummers! I love the idea of adding squash.
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English muffins are NOT crumpets! http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Crumpet http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/English_muffin There's a difference in ingredients and the method of cooking. :)
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I recommend visiting a local running store. The staff there are extremely knowledgeable about fitting shoes, and they usually have great return / refund policies. They will be able to steer you to shoes that will be perfect for your needs. :)
