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I am thinking of doing the Metabolism Makeover. (only 5 carbs every 5 hours) I think I would be satiated on fewer than 1200 calories since it would be more protein and fiber dense. In your professional opinion, is this a healthy choice? Phase one is for 8 weeks, then you slowly increase carbs. It is a clean eating type of…

This is why I love MFP. Everyone is so supportive and gives great advice. Thanks guys.

Actually, I am only 4'11". I was purely focused on weight loss the last time. Maybe I looked sickly because I was not getting the nutrients I needed.

Thank you for your time. I think I might need to go back to measuring my portions again. I always log my food for more than I have actually eaten, though. Last time I lost it was faster. Guess I am just going to have to have patience and be thankful for .3 lbs. lost in a week. The joys of being vertically challenged, I…

I am a teacher with a bladder problem. I drink as much water as I can without having to run to the restroom every 10 minutes. Usually 6 cups daily. However, I do drink quite a bit of coffee. I just started T25 and it is so hard. I am 42 and wondering if I made a bad choice purchasing such an intense workout plan. Thinking…

I asked my doctor about eating only 1200 calories a day. (I too am 4 foot 10 inches tall.) He said that a low calorie (1200) diet was actually very healthy for me. I was successful at losing and maintaining my weight loss, as long as I was on MFP daily logging my meals. As soon as I stopped I have gained all the weight I…

All you need is a daily morning walk with your best friend...... When do you want to start?

I have been where you are at. My Dad passed away under Hospice care 8 months ago. One thing that helped me while I was going through that point in time was to remind myself that what I put in my mouth was the one thing I could control. I was very successful during that part of the journey. However, I have slowly lost sight…

I am planning on starting today as well. Maybe we can motivate each other along the way.....

Try being 4'11''......

No No No I love fit and fun sized......

My measurements exactly. Even though I now weigh 118, i feel fat. If I eat something I shouldn't I feel like I have gained all of my weight back. A pound on my body shows. I want to be in this group. How bout the petite petunias?

I have been slacking lately too. I am staying within my calorie goals, but I have not been exercising. Just can't seem to get motivated. I haven't lost any weight for the past 2 months. Haven't gained any, though. I guess if I am going to make it to my final goal, I am gonna have to get off my butt, and move...I only need…

:sad: Me too..... Frustrating. I am just hoping that they will fall off all of a sudden the way they did when I hit other plateaus....

I call that problem having a visit from the yeasty boys........:blushing:

5 pounds down at a time. Set mini goals and reward yourself for each goal met. I too have lost a baby, so I know how you are feeling. A word of advise that I have discovered is that you can't control bad things that happen to you, but you do have control over what you put in your body. Concentrate on making your body a…

Here is a wonderful overnight recipe for breakfast..... In a crock pot combine: 4 c. Water 1 1/2 c. Apple Juice 1 c. steel cut oats 1/2 c. Barley (not instant) 1 tsp. ground cinnamon 1/4 tsp. ground ginger 1/4 tsp. salt Cook overnight on low in a crock pot for 6-7 hours. Add 1/4 c. brown sugar in the morning before…

I found a wonderful crock pot recipe in a magazine using steel cut oats and fine barley. I am at work now, but I will post the specific recipe tonight from home. My entire family loved it, and I live in a hour of picky eaters. I ate the leftovers for the rest of the week. Makes a mess in the crock pot, though. Buy some…

I have been sick for over a week, and have not been able to eat. My appetite is non-existent. I lost almost 4 pounds this week, but I worry about gaining it back plus more when I get better. My caloric intake has been pitiful for the past week (500-800). What can I do to prevent gaining it all back plus more?

oops... forgot the requested info. My current weight is 128. My goal weight is 115.

Since my belly loks like jelly, I will join your challenge.......

Walk Away the Pounds.

I have tried The Firm workouts, and they are tough. I have not felt challenges at all by the WATP videos. I was looking for an easy way out. I would rather eat less than exercise more. That is definitely what I must commit to doing. Thanks for holding me accountable.

But I am soooooo short. 1,200 calories will make me gain. I'm sure of it. But I will try.........

I have been with MFP since late January. Before I began I was eating around 1,000 calories daily, and was losing weight. Once I began following the guidelines here, which is around 1,200 calories daily, my weight loss stopped, and I have even regained a little. I am short 5'0" and I weigh 130. My goal is to weigh 125. I am…

:sad: I am there with you. We all have problems. One thing that has helped me is the realization that while most of my problems are out of my control, I can control what goes in my mouth. It makes me feel like I control my destiny, at least in one way.

Your BMI is exactly like mine. I have been trying for a month, and I have lost 6 lbs. How are you doing? Do you find it difficult to lose weight being so short, or am I making excuses?