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Have you ever tried dietbet? https://www.dietbet.com/ You bet on a goal (can be as little as $20) but the money received when attaining your goal is MUCH more than your original bet. (The pot is split up between all the 'winners') Maybe someone already recommended this and I didn't see the thread, but thought I'd throw it…

I understand that skinny people have stress; and don't always use eating to de-stress, but I wonder if, for a lot of people, it's a learned habit/skill. Some people work out when they are stressed. (I wish I was one of them!) But is that, or has that always been the norm for them? Some: yes, most likely. Others? Probably…

Just as an FYI: I'm very overweight and was diagnosed celiac. I thought the doc was full of $#*! when he sent me for more testing, but SURPRISE! The upper-endo and colonoscopy confirmed. Go figure - the malnutrition was causing me to GAIN weight...

I'm in! ☺

I love you both for this. ❤

Haha! This is me! I want this! I've always thought my head was too small, and of course, the first place I lost weight was my face, so now my head is even SMALLER!! I truly hope that someday I can look in the mirror and think "my head is too big!"

It seems I'm with you, and more of the minority here... My boyfriend (of 20 years) automatically assumes I'm doing it for another man. I literally had to hide from him that I was working out during my lunch breaks. And when I start to feel better and more confident, it usually means more intimacy, but he seems to think…

Welcome back! :smile: I'm always looking for new, fun friends!

Hi all! I'd love new friends! :smile: I still have about 80 lbs to my goal and would love to help support you all while getting more support! The more the merrier!! :wink:

How about a veggie crustless quiche or muffins? I usually make mine over the weekend and then have it throughout the week. I'm curious of what others suggest! :smile:

This!! Deodorant works great! :)

Me too!! I need all the help I can get!! :smile:

150g/day! Where do you get the majority of your protein from? I'm doing protein shakes and still find it hard to get 105... Granted I'm still learning and tweaking. :smile:

My doc has me on a high protein diet so I shoot for 30g per meal, with a top of 105g per day. I'm curious how eating the protein right after will be beneficial, vs just eating normally. Thoughts? How does it help you?

Thanks all! I think I'll try tweaking things by eating back half the calories burned and go from there.

This made me happy. Great mantra!

I have the same issue. My journey is a SLOOOOOOW one... It creates problems for me after a few months, but this time I actually am doing weight lifting and cardio (which I haven't really done in the past) and it seems to be helping. I was really hesitant to hit the weights because I have SO much to lose, but it truly is…

LOVE! I too am a crazy busy mom with 3 kiddos and go to the gym on my lunch break. I'm so happy to hear that this is possible!!!!! THANK YOU for posting!!!!!!! :smiley:

Lots of great motivation on this thread!! :smile: I also seem to cave to the emotional and stress eating... UGH! I've set my 'first' goal at 60 lbs. It's been a pretty slow journey for me, but I'm still tickin away! Feel free to add me, all! I'm always game for extra motivation and support!! I'm 35 with a faux husband (not…

Howdy all! I'm not new, but new again...? :smile: I love new friends! And I can ALWAYS use extra motivation! Feel free to add me!

Awesome!! Thanks all!!

Sending request! It's a tough battle. For me it's a SLOW process, so staying committed and accountable can be a struggle, therefore I'm always looking for new friends and extra encouragement!

I've never heard this... Does this apply to someone who is doing cardio as well? (Yes, I'm aware it's probably a stupid question! I am nowhere near a healthy weight and am trying to educate myself.) :smile:

May I ask what seasonings you use?

HA! Completely agree.

Loving all the responses!! Great info! And a reminder as to why I love MFP. Such a wealth of knowledge here. :)

Really? I thought it caused water retention?

Agreed. Completely. Tacos = happiness. :smiley:

I actually really like this idea! I've never thought about seasoning just my portion. Thanks!!

THIS. Totally agree.