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Be careful. I had the same idea about two years ago. It worked- my appetite was much, much lower and I found I could actually go 5-6 hours before even thinking about being hungry (something I've never been able to do on all my years of being on bcp). It was great- until I realized my hair was falling out. Apparently that's…
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I'm originally from Cincinnati- I never appreciated what I had until I moved across the country for a job! I miss Cincy very much but the job market is terrible there. I miss how down to earth, sensible, and practical people in the midwest are. I live in Colorado now, which is ironic because so many people think it would…
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Absolutely! I cannot eat "rabbit food" for the rest of my life and I don't buy into "clean eating." I eat what I want as long as it fits into my calories and I'm close to my macros. Today I had a delicious pizza dip for dinner and it fit well into my calories and macros. Sure, I could be healthier if I ate salmon and…
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Recovering bulimic here. I have not purged in over 10 months and have not binged since joining this site. Like an earlier poster mentioned, I actually gained weight through my ED. This site has really, really helped me develop and understand healthy balanced eating habits. I no longer even feel the need to binge because I…
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If you're having trouble balancing your calories, try typing everything for the next day in your diary the night before so you can make sure you're using all of your calories. That's what I do. That way I know if I need to add an afternoon snack or something else so that I'm not getting through all of my meals and then…
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I have a "cheat meal" on Fridays. I usually end up going about 500- 800 calories above my normal allotment. I make sure it's only one meal and not a whole day, as a whole day could add up to 3-4 times my allotment! I would not recommend doing a deficit the next day, as that sounds like it could set you up for a…
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I have chicken nuggets and fries if I go to mcdonalds- however, if I'm watching what I eat I avoid it. There are SO many more tasty things I could get for treats- I don't want to waste all of those calories on silly Micky D'sI I LOVE larkburger- it's also something you can pick up quickly, its a tad more pricey but 10,000…
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I sometimes just back a bunch of random healthy foods. I don't "cook" anything for lunch. I'm actually on my lunch break right now and I'm eating carrots, strawberries, and roasted peanuts. Sometimes I'll bring hummus and special k crackers. I usually prefer to save the bulk of my calories for dinner/evening snacks since…
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I calculated the exact same thing you did- the only thing I could think of was sugar free cake mixes? Is there even such a thing? I don't recall seeing any at the store. It is good compared to regular cake (I went to pick up a piece from the kroger bakery on my last "cheat day" and it was 750 calories for a single slice!)…
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I don't log gum or breath mints. I also don't track water or diet soda- I feel like I probably should but just haven't started it. I only track drinks with calories. For food, I track absolutely everything- even if it was just one piece of candy or a bite of something. It really makes me think twice- is it really worth it…
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I feel I work harder at the gym than I do at home with a video or wii game. However, I do try to vary it up so I don't get bored. This fall I had a pretty good streak of going to the gym, but I just got SO bored with it. So now I am trying to do 3 days a week at the gym and 2 days a week with my wii games. I have not been…
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Emotional eating is probably the biggest reason I've kept weight on. I don't want to post an "excuse"- but college lifestyle was also a big factor in gaining weight in the first place (but I've been out of college for 2 years and just now starting to lose it- so obviously that wasn't the only reason!) In high school I'd…
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Love it! Let it soften and stir it really well, and it turns into the consistency of frozen yogurt. For those looking for it, my King Soopers has it in stock (same as Krogers in other states). i assume if mine carries it the stores nationally do as well and I would also assume most people live near-ish one...my store only…
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BUMP! Buffalo sauce is my weakness...and THANK YOU for the ranch idea...I love ranch as well but it's so high in fat/calories. I will definitely try making it your way!
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It didn't work for me, but it has for friends. I've had trouble sleeping since childhood- I am an extreme night owl so I can fall asleep in minutes during the day but it takes hours at night. I've tried numerous prescription pills that didn't work- so I guess it makes sense that melatonin wouldn't work either! It makes me…
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I LOVE playing the super mario galaxy games on Wii...and i am 24.
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I ate vanilla maple tonight! I microwaved it for 35 seconds and then really, really stirred it up for several minutes (I'm talking major arm workout stirring) and made it into the consistency of frozen yogurt! I swear, it tasted 100% like "real" frozen yogurt!
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A few times a week, but I only log Friday mornings.
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I was eating them almost every day for lunch and just got sick of them. I don't think they're that bad for you but I do feel better making the stuff myself. I think for me it's just psychological...I feel like I'm being healthier with fresh ingredients. I'm not one that buys into "clean eating" either- I just don't like to…
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Nope- not scared of salt. I really don't understand why people on here obsess over it so much. If I see "a subway turkey sandwhich on wheat bread is worse than a big mac because subway has so much sodium" one more time...
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Yup. I think so many people are obese that people don't even realize how thin you really have to be to be in the "healthy" bmi range. I think people think you can look "chubby" and still be at a "healthy" weight or not "medically overweight" but that is simply not true. The thinnest I've been recently (about a year ago) is…
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Sodium doesn't affect me either. I do know some people are really sensitive to it. I don't purposely go crazy or anything, but I don't really worry about it either.
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I'm single! 24 and I live in Denver. And that is NOT why I'm losing weight...it's all for ME!
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I plan for Monday-Thursday (and lunch on Friday). I put it in to make sure all of my foods fit within my limits and then I go shopping on Sunday for just what I need. Friday night is my cheat meal, so I usually end up getting something out or buying whatever sounds good. I get that the day of because even if it's something…
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Ok, I'm a believer! This was in stock in my King Soopers (same as Krogers) just a couple of minutes away and they had a lot of different flavors. It was 4.30 (not 6.50 as some posted), but keep in mind I live in a really high cost of living area, so in other locations it may be even cheaper. I got cookies n' cream,…
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I set a timer. If someone's clothes have been done and are there for more than 30 minutes, I think it's within your rights to move them. We have a laundry room with 12 washers and dryers. What I think is the rudest thing ever is when people with huge families wait to do their laundry and then come in and literally take up…
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I've looked for this before and not found any in 100 miles...I just tried it again and according to the website some local stores are carrying it now! I'm totally going to look for it tomorrow!
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I'm 24. Feel free to add me!
