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Just made roasted butternut squash soup last week. Peel & dice one squash Clean and chop 3 leeks into 1-2' pieces (white only) 6 whole cloves garlic, peeled 1/4 c sage, chopped 1/2 tsp smoked paprika salt & pepper to taste Toss all ingredients in a bowl with just enough olive oil to lightly coat it. Spread into a single…

Homemade beet pickles. I've got this recipe from a 1950's canning book that has cinnamon, clove and allspice, the are absolutely delish! I peel them, roast them until they are almost tender and then store them in the freezer for later. Pull out a serving in the morning, add some feta cheese and a light drizzle of honey or…

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I personally don't complete them. I log my food most days to help keep myself on track but I don't need my food choices or macros critiqued. If I don't complete they I don't get the notes from people about going over on sodium or a few extra calories. The goals I have set are recommended by my nutritionist and are around…

I'm not a fan of winter squash at all so when we got some from our CSA I used it in place of pumpkin puree in the cake recipe from Hungry Girl. http://www.hungry-girl.com/newsletters/raw/1543 We roasted the squash in the over, Cut in half, put cut side down and roast at 350 until tender. Ran it through the food processor…

I have noticed a big difference in brands of ground turkey. The inexpensive brands are horrible. I've gotten to the point that I buy only the Turkey Store branded products. If you are expecting it to be just like ground beef, it will not be, it's turkey and has to be treated like turkey. It does not have the same fat…

Well said. Congratulations on your progress! This journey is a personal one for each of us and each of us has to decide what works for us. I've been fortunate that none of my friends criticize my diary. I also know that a plan I can live with includes the occasional subway & pizza. This is about changing my lifestyle, and…

My Favorite is Chike, it's available at www.chikenutrition.com

Slice the cucumbers really thin and let them sit in a strainer for a couple hours to drain off excess liquid. Mix with greek yogurt and some dill. Eat as a side salad or pair with lean protein on a sandwich or pita. Steamed broccoli with unjury's protein cheese sauce or lowfat cheddar is a favorite of mine. Saute broccoli,…

Here are my 2 newest variations; 1/2 C oats 1/3 C light coconut milk + a little skim milk to make 1/2 cup total 2 TBSP diced dried pineapple 1-2 packets equal 1 tsp vanilla extract 2TBSP toasted coconut (add when serving) or 1/2 C oats 1/3 C light coconut milk + a little skim milk to make 1/2 cup total 1 Tbsp coconut…

I weight myself once a month. For me it helps keep me focused on the long term changes i need to make in my lifestyle. It I weight in daily or weekly it would be too easy to get discouraged or go off track when things don't seem to me moving when think they should be or when it's just a water retention related fluctuation.

I'm 5"5" and I'll be delighted to if I can get down to 175. Once I get there I can evaluate things and see where I think I need to be.

This Morning's was 1/2 cup oatmeal 1/2 cup Danon Oikos vanilla yogurt 1/3 Skim Milk 1/2 cup blueberries 1 TBSP ground flaxseed Tomorrow's is 1/2 cup oatmeal 1/2 cup Danon Oikos vanilla yogurt 1/3 Skim Milk 1 TBSP Parkers farms natural peanut butter 2 TBSP P2B with chocolate 1 TSP unsweetened cocoa powder Haven't tried this…

Personally, if that was me I'd be looking for a new doctor! One that tells you that you have a life altering disease and then doesn't take any action to help educate you on how to manage it needs to be replaced. Check with your insurance. Many of them will cover costs for meeting with a Diabetes educator or a nutritionist.…

I know where you are coming from. I've spent the last 2 years with a severe limit on walking in order to heal an ulcer. I spent 3 months at home and then 18 months sitting with my leg elevated any time I was not at work. Mine is finally healed and I'm more determined that ever to lose weight and make sure that never…

Type 2 here, you can add me.

Thanks everyone, friend requests sent. Looking forward to getting to know you all.

Red or Yellow bell pepper with hummus. Green or Wax beans Marinated cucumber slices with in diluted vinegar with a couple slices of onion or garlic.

Ignore what MFP has set for sugars. I'm diabetic and do monitor my sugar and carbs to keep things in check and I'm still always over what they think I should have. Personally, I know my blood sugar is very well controlled, my doctor is happy with how well it is controlled, and my test come back in the normal range. If you…

Hi Everyone My husband and I are solitary practitioners. We decided this year it is time to lose the extra weight we are carrying around and change to a healthy lifestyle. We have been using MFP since February and it's really helping us keep on track. Blessed Be

Merry Meet everyone My husband and I are solitary practitioners in Minnesota. We are working together to lose weight and change to a healthy, balanced lifestyle. I was raised Christian but always knew that it wasn't quite right for me. I discovered Paganism and Wicca in high school and one of those "so this is what I am "…

I'm 5'5" and large framed. My GW is 175. We'll see when I get someone near my GW but I don't think I would look or be healthy below that weight. I'd love an invite to the group. I will be great to find friends that have similar goals.

Healthwise chocolate fudge biscotti - nice and crispy and only 15 calories each. Pair it with the bariwise hot chocolate (has 15 grams protein) and it makes for a completely decadent treat for about 100 calories.

Feel free to add me, I'm going to be around here for a long time. I have 300+ to lose.

You all are doing great! Congratulations to all of you on your victories!

I'm walking much better, less pain in my back and hip. We're reducing my diabetes medication, my last A1C test came back at 5.5 (normal range!)

So many yummy ideas! I have to try some of these.

Way to Go! You look fantastic! You're an inspiration to me. I hope I can do keep focused and do as well you have!

This is what I do.

You look amazing! Great inspiration for me to keep working at things.