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  • I joined MFP a while ago, but haven't been very active on it. Now I'm getting motivated and looking for some ladies to keep each other going! I'll send you a friend request :)
    in hello Comment by dutchessrachel July 2012
  • I'm literally doing just that! Its a horrible habit and I try to remind myself that I gave the kids a "no eating at the computer" rule, to prevent spills and sticky keys, so I better follow it too. :) Otherwise, just sipping water tends to fill me up if I'm not actually hungry.
    in Snacking while at the computer Comment by dutchessrachel May 2012
  • Good for you for using this experience to educate! Glad you weren't hurt! Whenever I walk outside (and most of the time) I walk with pepper spray in my pocket. If I see someone I don't recognize, I put my finger on the trigger! You can pick it up at most sporting good stores. I got mine at Gander Mountain. And it's pink.…
    in Women exercising outdoors Comment by dutchessrachel May 2012
  • I like to pick apart what I'm eating, and figure out the calories for every component of the sandwich (or meal). For example, figure out the bread by itself, the meat/cheese by itself and mayo or dressing, and then add it all together. Then you can just quick add your calories. It might not be perfect, but it's close!
    in Small vent-- nutritional info at restaurants/estimating calo Comment by dutchessrachel April 2012
  • I used to do Weight Watchers, and they say you can eat your exercise calories if you'd like, but you don't have to. You do need to eat your daily recommended calories! If you feel you need to jump start your metabolism, you can do 7 days of 1200 calories, but no more. If you eat less than your body needs, it will go into…
    in What should be my net calories? Comment by dutchessrachel April 2012
  • I wanted to make Chicken Tacos tonight... thank you for saving me the time of hunting for a recipe! :)
    in Croc Pot Chicken Tacos Comment by dutchessrachel March 2012
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