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^^^ This. I think some people mistakenly get the idea that EM2WL means to over eat. That's not the philosophy, at least not from my understanding. It simply means you don't have to feel hungry all the time. You don't have to delete whole categories of food from your diet ("diet" meaning the type of food you choose to eat).…

I'm like you...I really hate processed foods and powders, etc. The Greek Yogurt has helped, but I rarely get 30%. My nutritionist encouraged me today to use the protein powder and focus more on getting the 30% protein, so I'm going to give it a shot, but I think I'll also try eating more beans and legumes. They are…

Thanks! I'll have to look some of those up on You Tube to see how to do them/what they are. WTH is a "burpee!?" lol... It certainly sounds like something that should be done in the privacy of one's home! ;)

That gives me hope! Of course, being female I know I will have a harder time. Seems all this stuff is easier for men for some reason--not that it's easy, just that guys see results faster. Still, I hate going to a gym and don't have time to go even if I wanted to, so I'm encouraged now that I can do more at home and get…

YUM!!! :tongue:

I've never taken that one. I did gain weight on other SSRIs, but I also gained weight from depression (becoming sedentary and inactive, overeating, etc.). Everyone reacts differently. For what it's worth, I'd say give it a month or so. If the side effects are bad or it just doesn't work DO NOT STOP COLD TURKEY. There are…

YUM!!!!

Here's how we use avocados: *Slice them or cube them, squeeze lemon or lime juice on them, top with a few cherub or cherry tomatoes cut in half (or a little pico if you like it spicy). *Blend in a blender or food processor with about a tablespoon or 2 of yogurt and equal amount of water, salt, about 1/2 teaspoon of any…

Just curious--sounds like you've tried everything except what your doctor and JC recommended. Why so resistant to their advice/assessment?

Cherry was my favorite flavor! YUM!

Carnation Instant Breakfast Bars (Peanut Butter Crunch) Chocolate Malt-o-Meal I actually Googled Chocolate Malt-o-Meal not long ago and found they sell it about 50 miles from me. Not sure I love it enough to drive 50 miles to buy it! I don't know what happened to the Carnation bars.

So according to Scooby, my BMR is 1332, my daily calories based on goal is 1465. In MFP I put in 1465 as my goal, and don't worry about eating back exercise calories unless they bring my net below 1332? So I don't aim for 1465 a day?

I wish I could help, but I'm as confused as you. I have been inching up my calories slowly out of fear of massive weight gain (irrational or not). I am trying to embrace this theory because it makes so much sense to me, but I'm struggling with it. If I understand it correctly, using TDEE minus x%, you simply go for that…

Mine says 32H!! Holy crap! I've never even seen one that size!

That information is PRICELESS! I've struggled with finding a bra that fits for YEARS! I can't wait to try the site and I'm going to Nordstrums!

^^^Could not agree more! I've been drinking it black now for over 5 years. At one time, back in the day, I couldn't drink it all unless it was loaded with sugar and milk/cream. Now the thought of that grosses me out. I tapered off the sugar slowly and went to just cream, then from cream to whole milk, then low fat milk,…

^^^^This. Both very good books. Self care is very important as well, whatever that looks like for you. Good luck.

What an amazing story! Maybe everything happened just the way it was supposed to, to show you that you are stronger than you think you are. You have so much to be proud for! Congratulations!

Those look and sound amazing! I'm always looking for new ways to eat veggies! Thanks!

I like that idea! I'll have to figure out how to do it. I need some kind of audible notification, so why not music!? ;)

Wow, I like that! This will sound like a stupid question (because it probably is), but how do you keep track of your time while you're doing that? Do you just keep looking down at your watch/hrm?

Welcome to MFP! I'm not lesbian, but it certainly doesn't bother me if you are. To each her own. I did try to check out your profile, but it's set to friends only. Our weight loss goals are different, but I enjoy being supportive and helping others on this journey. If you want to add me, feel free! I wish you all the best…

Interesting! I don't need it yet, but it's nice to have the info! Thanks!

^^^Exactly! Congrats and good luck with the rest of your journey!

I'm looking to lose 10-15 more pounds. I'm currently losing less than a pound about every other week, but I'm glad I'm at least still making progress! The important thing is not to give up, right!? :drinker:

^^^^This...plus, they have a fruit cup, Kind bars, Fruit and Nut blend packs--all make good snacks around or under 200 cals. I also like the protein plate (I think they changed the name). Oddly, the butter croissant has less cals than most of the other baked goods. You can find all their nutrition info on line or they have…

I was wondering the same thing!

I was a 38ddd (now 36ddd). I found a front zippered Under Armor that I absolutely love! I have 2 of them actually--one in white and one in black. They are thick and padded, which is odd since someone that size doesn't really need padding, but I think it helps keep the girls in control. I don't really know how many options…

There is nothing like the pain that comes from sitting on that little bitty seat! The padding does help, but I personally never got used to it and finally bought some bike shorts. SOOOOO worth it!

I disagree. I'd say the truth is more likely that people DO not achieve long-term sustainable weight loss. That does not mean they CANNOT do it. I have been reading a very old book called Eating Awareness Training that speaks to the reasons why most people struggle and stay overweight. The same ideas are still discussed…