MarieS1967 Member

May I suggest removing added sugars, High fructose corn syrup, etc.? However, when you do look at added sugar it is in everything, even ketchup and peanut butter. But fruit, while some more high than others in sugar, offer numerous other benefits, such as fiber, vitamins and minerals. Good luck!

I have a similar recipe. Take chocolate cake mix and mix a 15 oz can of pumpkin (real) not pie filling. Again do not add anything else; just the pumpkin. This is a HUNGRY GIRL recipe. Delicious!!

Will power is a habit and you have to practice it. Think about how you feel when you do not eat the junk food and make healthy choices. You feel better, don't you? Then focus on how much healthier you are and will be for every time you say NO! You are in control and you have the power within you! Good luck!

I just checked on MFP and one onion states 68 calories. The calories you came up with did not seem realistic as we all know, all foods have calories and yes naturally occuring calories, but we know veggies are low in calories. Use your own judgement as it is not only about the calories quantity as it is QUALITY of the…

I know how you feel. Have dropped a total of 26 lbs since December 2009 - 15 with MFP. Same thing - stuck. Have up the workouts, eaten the exercise calories, not eaten them and keep playing with the same 3 to 5 lbs. Hopefully some one out there has a way to jump start again. Good luck and keep up the good work you are…

Wow - that is some life story. While I applaud you for looking out for your diet. Focus on the smoke free! That in its self is A LOT of work. Know I am not saying eat what you want - just do baby steps. Make sure you eat the best nutritionally balance breakfast - good proteins. Next focus on eating at least 3 to 4…

No you are not the only guy on here. However, you are the only one I have seen with full length pictures. You are ok! And you are doing good with your weight loss - men seem to have it easier anyway. You naturally have more muscle. Keep it up and want to see the follow up pictures!

Ah, Depression. I understand completely. Take your medication, if they don't work COMMUNICATE THIS WITH YOUR DOCTOR! Do not give up! Try to do something for yourself everyday, baby steps! If you have to cry, CRY, scream, SCREAM - get it off your chest, off your mind - and then MOVE ON! Be selfish with time to focus on the…

The Million Dollar Question! If I only had the answer! I live in New Enlgand so I understand how you feel - it's cold and dark! Focus on the positive and look ahead! Time goes quickly before you know it - it's Spring! Think about how you are going to feel and look if you put forth the effort know. Think how you will feel…

Hi, I too purchased the Zumba for PS3 - love it!! I have taken Zumba classes and this is a pretty good comparison. If I do 60 minutes, I log 50 minutes. And yes, I added Zumba to the exercise log. I read up on it and most people said you burn about 600 calories per hour. I estimated for myself about 450 calories - to be on…

Hi, Had a Wii and just bought the PS3. Find the PS3 easier to use - bought the Zumba workout and it is a lot of fun. Exercise on a regular basis 3 x per week and take one Zumba class at the YWCA. This workout made me SWEAT!! I felt the Wii was very entry level, maybe for someone who has never worked out or who is just…

Happy Thanksgiving! Enjoy your Thanksgiving dinner, in moderation, in the present, engaged in the tastes and smells! But most important is with whom you are sharing your your day and your meal! I am thankful for my health, my family, my job and for the food I will serve and share today with my family and friends. :wink:

Moderation is key during any holiday and/or social function. Just eat less of all your favorites, eat slow, "feel" the food, engage yourself! I get up a litte earlier, make my walk 15 minutes longer than ususal, come home and begin.......This year my gym is open from 7:00am to 12:00 to encourage people to move a little. I…

I feel your pain, except I go up and down by the same 4 lbs! I don't know which is worse? I started this week to EAT my exercise calories with quality foods of course, and change up my routine by doing cardio after my toning/lifting regimen. Try something besides running. Do intervals of walking and running, take a week…

I am a true believer that it is calories in - calories out. The quality of the calories should always be the best, of highest nutritional value. To eat or not to eat may depend on what, nothing heavy before bed. But if you are TRULY hungry and need an apple or some skim milk with graham crackers, go ahead and eat. The only…

The Million Dollar Question? I remind myself how good I feel, how much better my clothes fit and how much better I look! I am down a total of 24 lbs since January 2010. It has been a long slow road, HOWEVER, I am making better choices some of which have become habit. I buy only light bread (35 - 40 calories per slice),…

First of all congragulations on your reduction! Keep up the good work. You are a beautiful young lady, focus on the positive and give your body time. Stretch marks do fade. I got them when I had my first son - gained a lot too fast. Had NONE with my daughter. I was in better shape and weight gain was a minimum. My son is…

I could have written this post myself. I know exactly how you feel. I am down a total of 28 lbs / 14 with MFP. And yes, everyone says I look good, but......I have my own goal and YES it is very realistic. The old habits are hard to let go of....but they are exactly that HABITS and HABITS can be broken. So keep going on…

Great news! While this is a very difficult road, you are doing an excellent job! Your heart and knees are saying "THANK YOU" Keep up the good work; I wish you continued success!

If I am on vacation or going out to dinner and want "something extra" ok, but generally I do not eat my exercise calories. You can play around with your calorie count and see what works for you! Good luck!

Congratulations on your new baby! Focus on making healthy food choices, do some cardio and weight bearing exercise and you will be back in shape in no time. You have youth on your side - use it to your advantage! This is a great website with support. Good luck and stay focused!

Hi Serena, You are in the right place. FP is a great tool to track you meals and calories. The message boards are great to vent your frustrations and get ideas from others who may have the same issues, with negative family /friends, work, time restrictions, etc. Good luck and stay positive, Marie Elena

Well there is always hope! You need to focus on what you really want - like to be healthy and fit. Why are your goals food? You should try to focus on non-food rewards. Example: When I lose 10 lbs I will get a manicure, etc. When I lose I will get a massage, etc. Focus on healthy choices and portion. Keep exercising - even…

GOOD for you! Keep up the good work!:wink:

It's frustrating - you have 15 lbs to go - maybe you have hit a plateau. Keep doing your workout and making healthy choices. Maybe you need to take a day or two off and do some light exercise - like taking a long. moderate paced walk. Try splitting your work out up ( not easy with 2 young children) but even just 15 minutes…

First, take DIET out of your vocabulary! You need to focus on being healthy, eating healthy and making healthy food choices PERIOD. Forget what your family is or is not doing! You are the most important person - do not forget that! All foods can be incorporated into your life. You need to look at how it is prepared,…

Count me in! I am down a 13 with FP (5/15/10) and 22 TOTAL since 12/28/09. Let's do this ladies! One's here we come! :wink:

If you can afford it - go for it! I have one and it is worth every penny - because I AM WORTH IT and I DESERVE THIS (to be fit and healthy).

Great job! Keep up the good work - success is right around the corner!

Hi everyone, Ok it is Wednesday, 6/30/10 - time for Double Challenge - double your water, double your exercise and double the will power to stay in control. I started with this last week - someone else started the post and I just followed along. I think it is a good tool to focus on for the middle of the week. So lets' do…