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You need to do some reading on IF if you think it's just a mental placebo. There has been a ton of research on this method, and the benefits go past just weight loss. I would encourage you to look into it more. You may find it enlightening. If you are interested in the science aspect of it, read The Obesity Code by Dr.…

How do you get to that subforum?

I've been researching this for a little while -- well, reading others' research because I believe that "true research" is something that is done by scientists, but I digress -- and have found a lot of studies from various sites that support IF as a better way to lose not only weight but body fat. Of course, there is a…

No, it's not limited in checked bags. As another poster said, it would be best to place the bottle in a ziplock bag or perhaps put some in a smaller container that will last you throughout your trip. My MCT is in a very large bottle, and I've already begun thinking about this issue for a work trip I have to DC in early…

I recently started a low carb diet. I was wondering if anyone has any suggestions about things to mix it up a bit. Although I love bacon and eggs, I'm tired of eating that every day. I don't have as much trouble with other meals, but the breakfast is getting to me. I have to admit I love bread, but I'm living without it.

Never heard of this so I had to google it. It's real and seems legit. From the Washington Post: https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/innovations/wp/2016/01/14/eating-poop-pills-could-make-you-thin-seriously/

I'm appalled at how many people think it's okay just to lie about why you want to cancel. "Tell them you're moving" when you're not? Own up to the reasons. It's called being an ADULT. And, you did sign a contract -- a LEGAL COMMITMENT. If you no longer want to go to that gym, either wait until your contract is up or pay…

That's an awfully aggressive goal. How is this competition being scored? Is it on total weight loss or on total body fat percentage loss per person? It seems the latter would be more fair than the former, but I'm not in on the competition rules. And if you were to lose that much that quickly, you would likely lose muscle…

Some people who have recently lost weight -- or even those who did a while back -- have sagging skin that is noticeable. In those cases, I guess you could tell that someone used to be overweight. But it is kind of a rude thing to say to someone nonetheless. Perhaps it's their way of complimenting you and saying you look as…

That was a great analogy, Jean. Thanks for the reminder about the dips and hills. (Of course, when I think of dip, it's usually high fat -- either cheese, ranch or chocolate -- but I digress.) Hoping to stay motivated and get back with it. I lost nearly 60 lbs. originally -- back in 2012 -- and have gained back a little…

I'm in a similar boat. Lost nearly 60 lbs. two years ago and have gained 30 back. I'm so frustrated. I needed to lose around 90 when I first started, so now I'm back to needing to lose 60. I did it before, but it's so hard to stay motivated. Anyone else have any suggestions about how to get motivated again?

My first thought, too -- he's married.

Having mine tomorrow. I'll be 57 next week, and I've had several in my life. I'm one year overdue as my doctor recommends them for me every 5 years due to my own personal history of (breast) cancer and the fact that I have a family history of colon cancer on both sides of my family. My maternal aunt died from colon cancer…

Sent you a friend request. Perhaps we can help each other. :)

Never sacrifice what you want the most for what you want at the moment.

I use vanilla Greek yogurt to mix in fruit or cereal for breakfast or snacks or just eat it by itself. I use plain Greek yogurt in place of anything I would normally use sour cream, and I have even heated/baked it in recipes and it does just fine. I add it to whole wheat burritos, in cream sauces, on baked potatoes or just…

I've tried one or two classes at the gym, and they are a lot of fun. If the DVDs are anywhere near the same, I say go for it.

The ones at the gym are all commercial grade. They have to be because there are so many different users of varying weights, body types, etc. But this is the reason they are so expensive. You can get ellipticals for home use online through various vendors. I would shy away from Wal-Mart, however. The products they carry are…

Even the instructions that come with the product tell you to wear brown pants. What does that tell you? Lose the weight on your own by eating a healthy, well-balanced diet and adding exercise as you can stand it. None of us needs the extra expense and headache of these weight loss products. All they do is take your money…

A-MA-ZING! You are such an inspiration! Thanks so much for posting this informative and funny story. You will, no doubt, inspire many others today! :)

Sorry -- meant to quote the above in my first post -- not repost it. What is a "reset"? I'm not familiar with this and would like more info. Please reply.

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Oh my! Was this ever made for me! I truly cannot enjoy so many things in life because they are either misspelled or used totally incorrectly. I posted this on my Facebook page and tagged my daughter in it. She, too, is a Grammar Nazi! Yes, it's a curse!

How long did it take you to lose this weight? And how tall are you? Trying to do some comparisons on my long-term goals. Thanks!

I feel stuck right now, too. I've lost 50 lbs. but have been at that, up or down by a pound or two, for at least a couple of weeks. I also noticed that it's taken me nearly two months to lose about 5 lbs. So while I'm not technically at a plateau, my weight loss has slowed considerably. I think it has more to do with not…

I am 5'4-1/2" (or at least I was when I was younger -- may have shrunk a bit by now). Anyway, I started out at 246, am now 196 (woo-hoo -- 50 lbs. down), and I would like to reach 150. I think any less weight on me with my frame and my age (almost 56) would probably be too little. Also, I'm not sure how much weight I may…

I use Altra Zero Drop. They give you the feel of barefoot -- lightweight and really roomy in the toe area -- but allow you to move freely no matter what you are doing. I use them on the treadmill, bike, in Zumba classes -- everything. They are fairly new to the market so you may have to go to their website to find a local…

I had it 18 years ago, when I was only 37, and my children were in first and second grade. I'm happy to say they are both grown and married now (no grandkids yet), and one has graduated college with the other graduating this December. I gained 40 lbs. during my chemotherapy and went through early menopause, too. Since that…

I have been using MFP faithfully since the first of this year, and I am down 48+ lbs. since my high weight in August 2011. Feel free to add me to your list. I'd love if it we could help each other!!!

So I went to a local running store last night to try on bras. The saleslady was great in helping me get fitted. I tried on several of the ones suggested, but my "girls" still bounced when I jumped up and down. She decided that she would order me this one other bra, but I can't remember the name of it now. Anyway, it should…