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Hi there! I"m a 23 y/o graduate student with quite a hectic schedule. I started at 189 lbs and am currently at 176ish. I don't eat extremely healthy but manage to stay within the 1200 - 1400 cal range most the time. Feel free to add me if you need support! I'm trying to get myself to the 150 lb mark also! Cheers, J

Awesome job!!

Cheers to that!! :drinker: :drinker:

You'd be surprised how much scientists say our body fat is controlled by genetics. Some estimate upwards of 80%. If you're interested in a research article, try Friedman's (2009) article in Nature. Obesity: Causes and Control.

YAY for you for deciding to be healthy! I don't have a 100+ lbs to lose, but I wanted to offer an exercise suggestion. When I first started losing weight at my heaviest (200 lbs), I used Leslie Sansome's walk-away-the-pounds at home dvds. They're super cheap at wal-mart or amazon ($5-10) and come in a variety of levels.…

Perhaps try a few more scales (possibly at a friend's house?) to test for the reliability of your new one, first. If your weight is still up, I'd record it. Personally, recording my gains make me irritated with myself and is a good kick in the *kitten*. Regardless of what you choose, best of luck!

Thanks for the feedback! My diet has been awful this summer. I'm going grocery shopping this week and heading for the fruits/veggies. What kind of proteins do you suggest? I'd ideally like something I can cook the night before and have leftovers for lunch.

I'm totally with you!!!!! I love McFlurrys. I ate them frequently prior to starting my weightloss. The one time I tried to plan one into my daily intake, my mouth was full of four letter words. I can't wait until restaurants and especially fast food places have to post their cals. Don't sweat the few days over. It's always…

Yes. Individuals who have social support during weight-loss lose significantly more weight than those who begin a weight-loss routine without social support. If you're interested in an empirical research article, I suggest : Benefits of recruiting participants with friends and increasing social support for weight loss and…

You're right in that there is some evidence for diet increasing brain function. If you're interested in a summary of the empirical evidence, please read this article: http://www.ibp.ucla.edu/research/gomezpinilla/publications/nrn2421.pdf. However, do not underestimate the importance of medication and therapy for long term…

Awesome!! That is such a success. You can do it! :-D

Please, do NOT get a keratin treatment. It's horrible for curly hair. Does it straighten for a little while? Yes. However, there are horrific pictures of it growing out. After the keratin treatment, your curls are completely dehydrated. Embrace the natural curl!

YAY for you!! As a naturally curly girl myself ( who fought my curls for YEARS), I am happy to tell you I have a fabulous solution! Have you ever heard of DevaCurl? It's a specific type of hair cut and product line. The creator, Lorraine Massey, is a curl-girl herself and preaches the curly life style. First, you want a…

I don't know if this counts as a meal replacement, but if I have NO time for lunch, I eat a kashi or special k protein bar. It's pretty think and not the most delicious thing, but it really does keep me full. A family friend who had gastric bypass often has the Atkin's protein smoothies for breakfast and loves them. Just…

I really enjoyed the movie too! If I had the money, I would buy a juicer and "juice" it every now and then. I feel like it's a great idea for someone starting out, or when you hit a plateau. However, I'd definitely make sure to talk to your doctor about it. If you don't mind me asking, what is the typical cost of a high…

Hello everyone! I'm 23, 5'5'', and currently weight 182.4 lbs. I'm interested in having a few more supportive friends with similar weight-loss goals. Feel free to add me!

I tried to do 30DS, but my knee problems were back in full force after about 5 minutes. It is beyond frustrating when you see everyone else getting results. Have you considered doing some exercises in the pool? sticking to the elliptical or the stationary bike? If you really have to stay off your feet, you could do some…

Way to go!! I'm a fellow shopaholic and am dying because I'm trying to get some more weight off before I buy again. I'm rewarding myself with some new denim for fall if I reach my mini-goal!

You look fabulous!! Also, love your hair style. :-) Keep up the good work!

PAHA. True Story. Diet Dr. Pepper addict, right here! I try to limit it; the key is everything in moderation!

I'm a graduate student! I just finished my first year as a clinical psychology PhD student. I'm working on my MA thesis this summer as well as other research endeavors. It's definitely difficult to stay on track. Feel free to add me. :)

Hi there! I feel your pain for wanting cheap, quality clothes. Personally, I'm addicted to retail but rarely pay full price for anything. My key to finding cheap, quality clothes: shop all the time! From your profile, I can tell you're a busy mom so this may not be appropriate for you, but I shop frequently. I set my…

In contrast to most people, I didn't think the Brazilian hurt that much. I have a fabulous technician at the Beauty Bar in Toledo, OH. Even if it was more painful, I'd still do it. It makes me feel sexier, and the man loves it!

I weighed in at 183.4 this morning which is an .8 lb loss for me! I'm struggling to get a full pound off each week, but I feel like if I deprived myself more, I'd be binging. Ready to get into the 170s in the upcoming weeks! :-)

Awesome job!! Also, I have a similar body type to yours. Have you done any exercises to target your lower ab area? I have the same little pouch and it appears to go no where despite my weight loss. Damn genetics. lol I've read that it's just going to be overall weight loss. Please let me know if you have any tips and feel…

Hi guys, Thanks for the feedback! Dr. BorkBork, I realize that people CAN do it all by themselves. I think there are ample examples of that throughout this website. However, I'm willing to pay some money to help me get there faster and easier (in a way). I just wanted to check and make sure I would get my money's worth.…

I'm totally with the previous post about salmon. I'm not much of a meat eater, but I love fish. In the past few months, I've been eating Kroger's Private Selection Wild Salmon. It's package more as an appetizer, but I'll eat for a snack or eat the full 2 servings for dinner. One package contains two servings which are a…

Unfortunately, I weighed the same this morning as I did a week ago. However, at least it's not a gain! I think I'm going to stop eating my exercise calories and see how that affects my weight loss. Happy Losing everyone. :)

Way to go!!! My motivation is fitting into my dresses from last summer. They are ALMOST there, but not quite. I've got wedding season coming up and I desperately need them to fit. Thanks for the inspiration. You rock those dance skills. :)

I don't know what kind of food your interested in, but when I have a night in with friends I usually pick up Kroger's Private Selection Salmon with some brie. Serve it with some crackers/wheat thins. The Salmon is full of protein and low-cal. When cheese is added, it always gets a little more calorie-expensive, but I love…