Brittni__duh Member

Since I was a teenager, I limited my meat consumption. I just didn't like meat. I was flexitarian for years and finally went vegetarian about three years ago. I've been primarily plant based for about a year now. I try to eat dairy maybe once a week and eggs even less than that. I have fibromyalgia and I find that limiting…

So Delicious Cashew Milk ice cream in the Dark Chocolate Truffle flavor is my faaaaaaaaaaaaaavorite. Even my husband, who isn't vegan, will steal it. I also like to make my own with just frozen bananas, a splash of almond milk, and maybe some vegan chocolate chips.

Make your own homemade bars or opt for a piece of fruit. Bananas are cheap, easy to pack and eat on the go, and they're delicious.

I'm vegetarian, slowly working my way towards vegan. I haven't been the greatest at tracking these past three months but the past two years of logging have been all vegetarian!

Soy. The breast milk of another mammal is weird.

Bananas.

I was lazy and just cooked up a Tofurky Kielbasa and cut it into chunks to mix into one of those bags of steamable grilled veggies. Quick, easy, and a ton of food for under 500 calories.

Have you tried tofu, tempeh, or seitan? They're great for protein. Also, if you're lacto-ovo, eggs and unsweetened Greek yogurt are great sources as well.

It's easy enough to get protein in with vegetables, grains, and legumes. If she chooses to eat meat replacements, like Quorn or veggie burgers, those are usually full of protein. Non-dairy milks, especially soy milk, are usually pretty high in protein. Seitan, a "faux" meat made from gluten is really easy to make at home…

Add some seitan or TVP. Delicious and versatile.

Zoi non-fat vanilla. So rich and creamy!

I eat three meals, sometimes four. Plus a snack or two. I get hungry a lot.

I'm 21 and in my final semester of college! I lost 25 lbs last year with MFP but I gained it all back when I took a break. I decided to try again.

I'm always over on sugar because I eat fruit all day. And I'm usually over my fiber, which I don't mind.

Yolo! It really is just carpe diem for the stupid. and swag. Swag is a decorative window valance, not your "style".

Sunny and 84 degrees here in Eastern Washington. It's perfect.

Currently reading What To Eat by Marian Nestle and Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets (for the millionth time)

I don't start a new day until I wake up. I'm a college student who doesn't get off work until 1-2 AM. This means I'm usually eating dinner around 11 PM or even after I get off work at 2 AM. If I started a new day at midnight, logging my dinner before my breakfast would just throw me off completely.

Just do your best and don't push yourself. It will only destroy you if you're pushing yourself too hard. Listen to your body and pause the DVD to catch your breath if you need to. If, after the 10 day period, you still can't complete level one like you want to, then continue doing level one. You don't have to finish the…

Don't be overly concerned with fruit in sugar. I'd watch out for added sugars in processed foods more. Fruit is amazing and can be a great source of vitamins, minerals, and fiber. Just don't overdo it. If you're worried about the fruit in sugar, just exercise moderation, especially with very sugary fruits.

Very interesting! Thanks for sharing. It's really great to see the difference between your highest weight and your current weight.

My worst binge was my 21st birthday in March. Mmm barfood and more drinks than I remember. But you only turn 21 once!

Another thing that will be helpful is planning ahead. If you know you have 5 hours of class back to back, pick up a snack in an on-campus market or the dining hall (if they allow it). Grab a piece of fruit and throw it in your backpack so you're not tempted to get chips or a candy bar from the vending machine in between…

The grocery store I go to does put out extra meat they didn't sell, but I haven't noticed a specific pattern. Occasionally my fiance and I will find a big pack of meat with a "Price reduced!" sticker on it and we freeze it immediately. It will last us a while once it's frozen.

If you have access to a public library, it can be a great resource! I have checked out almost every work out DVD my public library has to offer. Some I liked and ended up buying, some I hated and returned immediately. I'm glad I had an opportunity to try them all for free before buying them and regretting my purchase.…

Awesome advice! I myself am a busy college student on a very strict budget. One thing I find very useful is a good set of Tupperware or other food storage containers and a lunchbox. There are days when I have class for five hours and then a five hour shift at work without a break in between. On these days, I always pack…

Does your college provide nutrition information online or in the dining hall? I go to a major university and they list the nutrition information online for the major dishes in the dining halls. I have also found that the chefs usually don't have problems answering questions about ingredients, portion sizes, and preparation…

I'm a 21 year old college student, graduating next May as well :] Eating healthy on a budget is something I can totally relate to! Anyone can feel free to add me, I always need new ideas about eating healthy on a budget.

Thanks! Bump.

If anyone is waiting to receive their DVD in order to join in, Lionsgate has released a lot of workouts on YouTube. They posted Level 1 of 30 ds if you have an opportunity to work out near your computer. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1Pc-NizMgg8