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put your stats into the MFP program and let it work its magic for you. do NOT tell it you want to lose 2 lb a week...that will pretty much automatically spit out the default minimum of 1200, which may not be right for you (its not right for most people....) And then...follow that guideline, log accurately and honestly, eat…

a calorie is a unit of measuring energy. so yes, calories are all created equal. foods that contain calories are not. they have varying levels of macronutrients, micronutrients, moisture, fiber. you have to find your balance of appropriate nutritional value while keeping in mind what you're willing and able to eat, and…

I don't make many substitutions. If I like something, I fit it into my day. What I have been doing is expanding my choices...more veggies and fruits, smoothies, salads. They aren't subs for anything, they are choices....some of which are more satisfying than others. Life's too short not to enjoy what you're eating, but…

So read the stickies about MFP works. Or don't.

It was sliced turkey, roasted potato and acorn squash with garlic and rosemary and sauteed yellow squash. It was good.....

Usually a banana with breakfast and frequently another serving or two later in the day. Depends on what's in season and on hand

Welcome to the real world. People eat convenience foods. People eat junk food. People eat all kind of stuff. Deal with it. Purists of any kind are prone to butthurt.

Um...momentum? You said you're struggling with a souvenir.... Seriously though..you just have to take yourself in hand and decide to do what needs doing. Its not willpower. Its deciding the right way most of the time over and over..until. Until what? That's up to you.

Don't drop the cardio. No, it doesn't help you sculpt or look good. It helps you be physically fit...maybe live longer. Your heart and lungs and everything else needs it.

I dont. Nasty stuff.

Some days I have whole eggs...some days I add some extra whites. Depends on what I'm doing with eggs that day and how many calories I'm willing to invest.

No because MFP sets you at a calorie deficit before exercise.

Start with a trip to your doctor. This is not normal...your metabolism has been abused. Honestly...you may have to resign yourself to gaining a bit of weight to get things back onto a more normal track.

One day...no big deal. Just don't make a habit of it.

Don't know if its a hoax...but that stuff is disgusting. Total waste of money.

My eyes...my eyes......should have known better and stopped reading after the egregious topic grammar.

Weight loss isn't linear. You go up, down, stay the same for no particular reason. Hang in there...be patient.

Ice cream, or bacon. Or ice cream AND bacon.

awesome! doing it healthy is easier...and so much better in the long run---and we all want that L O N G run. good luck!

only if you aren't peeing.

generally weighing is better, but it depends on what the item is, and practicality. Sometimes you just need to eyeball it, and geusstimate high...and hope for the best. But use your food scale whenever you can. It really does help.

sometimes it is indeed jealousy...but sometimes it is genuine concern for your health. You look different, you're probably acting different, change is a little scary for many people. They really are concerned for you...you don't look like "yourself" any more to them. About all you can do is reassure them that you are…

Honestly there's not a lot you can do for him or with him until he is ready to do it for himself. What you can do, however, is model good choices for his daughter. Make sure she sees you eating healthy, talk about it with her. She is young...she can head off this family disaster in the making for herself with some loving…

This..accurate logging is key. Any exercise is helpful, walking is great! But don't overestimate the burn... MFP numbers trend really high. Be patient and consistent, you can do this!:wink:

Do you even MFP? no, really. You're hurting yourself doing this. Please read up...do it right...be healthy.

Seriously?!?!? I mean....seriously? Get real. Chewing is "processing"too...better start swallowing everything whole.

Yes. It works. Its easy. Its free. And mostly...YES, IT WORKS.

Faster isn't better. Slower and healthier is. And ignore the "1200 calorie" crap. At every level, MFP sets you at a deficit. If you log consistantly, and have accurate numbers for your burn (MFP's numbers run high, hence the 60%), you will lose. I lost this weight eating over 1600, plus my burned calories. 1200 is the…

Why do you feel you need permission? Do what YOU want to do. With our blessing, if it makes you feel safer.