MisoSoup79

I'm trying to find a good alternative, too, since my creamer of choice (International Delight - Irish Cream) is full of all sorts of crap that isn't good for me. I recently switched to 1 Tbsp of heavy whipping cream and 1 Tsp of organic sugar. The heavy cream is amazing because it provides that creamy lightness I crave in…

I'm currently living in Germany... for the second time. I spent 3.5 years here between 2001-2005, then moved back here Aug 09. It's beautiful in the summer, but very dreary and wet in the winter. Anyway, as far as clothing goes, the youth (college age) are very trendy here. The women wear a lot of very form fitting…

I love mine with fresh ground pepper. I recently started adding dill and letting it "sit" for 20 mins or so - very good when the flavor of the dill gets really infused! And if I have time, I love fresh diced tomatoes and basil mixed into some cottage cheese... mmmm.

I can't do netflix where I am (Germany). They don't allow instant downloads at all here. :( I'll have to check out that book. and to Nikbrown - We're considering growing/raising our own, too... when we get back to the states (we can't here - active duty military living in base housing in a foreign country, etc.) But while…

Coffee is an appetite suppressant for many people, myself included. I have my breakfast WITH my coffee... or I WAIT to have my coffee after I eat... because if I do the coffee first, I can't stomach as much food as I normally eat in the morning... which leads to irritability and plummeting blood sugar by noon. It really is…

I can't live without breakfast! If I wait too long my blood sugar plummets and I get very clammy and light-headed. I've always been a fan of breakfast and I've forced my husband to embrace the habit - I know he feels better when he starts the day off with a nutritious meal. I also find I must have a good amount of fat in…

Edamame is the name for the unprocessed soybean pods. You can find a bag of frozen ones in the frozen veggie section of the supermarket. They require very little work to cook (boil them for like 5-8 mins) and they are a lot of fun to eat... You squeeze open the pod and eat the little beans on the inside. They are…

I saw it recently... in fact I bought it. I'm not a vegetarian and will probably never be... but I am definitely pushing toward the organic lifestyle. The way they treated the animals made me feel deeply sick to my stomach, even though none of that was a surprise to me. (I have read Fast Food Nation, Don't Eat This Book,…

They don't bother me anymore because I track my calcium and my fiber along with the basics... and I AIM to make my calcium and fiber in the red! (Because that means I surpassed the minimum goal!)

I looked thru your diary for the previous few days. It looks to me like you are not eating enough fat (and also a bit low on protein). Sounds crazy, right? Fat is absolutely essential to weight loss and to healthy body maintenance. I recommend adding in healthy fats like nuts, nut butters, avacadoes, healthy oils, whole…

I gained a lot when we moved to Germany (August 09). For me, it was obvious what the cause was - lack of physical activity. I had to give up my dogs, so no more "mandatory dog walks." I don't have friends here and the tiny gym requires a buddy system because there is no staff present. Hubby works long hours and usually…

I'm sorry... I know what you mean. I'm not well endowed in that area, and when I lose weight, the girls are first to go. There's nothing that can be done about it, though... :( Wish I was more helpful, but it really is 100% out of your control. If you like to work your chest area, they might look 'perkier' even at a…

Wow, that's a tough one. I think the best strategy would be to eat a lot of fruits and veggies between meals so that you can be satisfied with only a very small portion of the fattiest dinner table offerings. It's very hard in the beginning, resisting the constant temptation. But it does get easier when you realize how…

Coffee. (I'm not kidding, that's my supplement of choice.)

If you just went from relatively sedentary to exercising regularly, your muscles aren't used to it... so they tend to hold extra water for a while. It is normal and expected to see a few pounds added on for the first few days - up to three weeks if working out on a consistent basis is new to your body. Don't fret. Stick…

If you eat carelessly, you'll probably experience immediate water weight gain. But weight gained in the form of fat takes a little longer. If you weigh two pounds heavier tomorrow than today, it's highly doubtful that it's permanent. You would have to eat about 3-day's worth of calories in one day to really gain any fat.…

I love it here. I don't mind that "fad dieters" hang out here. I feel that eventually, they will either leave because their fad diet isn't working in the long term or they will slowly learn about true lifestyle changes and become a healthier, wiser person for it. I simply won't acknowledge advice from anyone who uses…

It's all good! I can see how I might have been misunderstood. I was trying to emphasize that people who tell me to avoid nuts and olives like the plague are crazy. I LOVE nuts and olives (and other healthy fats) and I feel pity for those that "fear" them as if they are deep fried chocolate covered twinkies.

"breakfast----a hard boiled egg and a glass of wine luncha hard boiled egg and a glass of wine dinnera broiled steak and the rest of the bottle of wine" LMAO. Is that a REAL diet plan?? ^^ My worst is the one where you don't eat ANYTHING past like 5 or 6pm. I don't know what the name of that plan is... but it really sucked…

Yeah, welcome! I had amazing success with MFP prior to my wedding in June. But then I got lazy and fell off the wagon. What I can tell you is that MFP is super easy to use and the community is friendly! You will like it here.

Best: (for me, anyway) Measure your condiments! Dressings, mayo, BBQ Sauce, etc. I am surprised at how much I used to slather on and how many calories I can save by measuring now! Worst: Nuts and olives are nothing but fat - avoid them. When someone tells me this, I can guarantee their idea of the optimal weight loss…

awesome! Thanks!

I can't find it within 40 miles... how did you locate where to see the film?

I honestly think that there isn't an answer that fits everyone. Whether you see results and feel better on 3 square meals, or 6 minis will depend on your own unique body chemistry. Some people do great on mini-meals, grazing throughout the day, never feeling overly hungry or overly full. Others, (like myself), do better on…

Yep, squats are great for your glutes and quads (thighs and butt). They are great for firming and strengthening. In addition to squats, you should consider lunges, as they are also great for the glutes and quads. Donkey kicks are great for glutes and hamstrings, and if you do the peeing dog (also called the fire hydrant, I…

Miso is my female cat.... Sometimes I call her Miso Soup. and 79 is my birth year. Because I'm a pet sitter, I use pet's names more often than people's names... and with a lot of people, that's just how I identify them and relate to them.

I LOVE this! :flowerforyou: Thanks for sharing!

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Heck YES! Congrats on 2 more pounds lost forever! 2 pounds in a week is great. We all wish it would disappear faster, but... well, you know "slow and steady wins the race!" Have patience and stick with what you are doing, because it's obviously working! :flowerforyou:

Just my opinion, but 1200 isn't right for everyone. I could not lose weight on 1200 calories, so I had to increase to 1400-1500 net calories. I eat all my exercise calories as well. It sounds to me like you are moderately active. The reason MFP has given you only 1200 calories to eat is because you've probably selected the…