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  • Whenever I go to a Fancy/Really Good Restaurant, I like to order small plates and share them with my friend. That way I get to taste a bunch of different flavors, and often end up eating less than if I'd ordered one big entree. That's way more (physically, emotionally) satisfying - plus you really get to try what the…
    in Special restaurant meal Comment by brucemily February 2016
  • I think grams is a more accurate measurement so that's what I always use, instead of ounces.
    in Quick food scale question Comment by brucemily February 2016
  • You can sync your phone with MFP so it automatically uploads your daily step count and gives you exercise calories for it. That's what I do - you have to have the MFP app on your phone to do so. Then I separately enter any exercise I do (gym, etc).
    in Logging Walk Steps Comment by brucemily January 2016
  • I totally agree with this - I too work a boring desk job. I literally bring my breakfast and lunch and snacks with me every day. It was a bit of a hassle to get into that routine but it has helped a LOT. Also, try breaking your meals down into smaller portion sizes and eat more frequently (I eat, on average, every two…
    in Another try at losing weight....help please someone!! Comment by brucemily September 2012
  • I can so totally relate to this. Growing up, I was the subject of several interventions by my family about my weight. I was - and still am - mortified by those interventions and have always battled feeling like I was the fat embarrassment of the family. Now, I'm healthier than I've ever been and, while I have still have…
    in A Sudden Realization Comment by brucemily August 2012
  • Thanks everyone for the tips. I think water was definitely a factor - so I'm drinking it like a fish right now - but also just "one of those days". I know the carb-hunger and this isn't it because I was willing to eat *literally* anything in my path. Luckily I'm in the home stretch and about to go to lunch where I plan on…
    in Having a "I'm so hungry!" day Comment by brucemily August 2012
  • I've done WW twice before and the support was great. I'm an emotional eater so going to meetings once a week and hearing other people's struggles was a BIG help; made me feel a lot less alone. The program itself is ok, but after years of tracking points it was a switch for me to start counting calories. Personally, I like…
    in weight watchers Comment by brucemily June 2012
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