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Ha! The company I work for - the main business office is in Iowa. I live in Florida. A lot of cars in our company parking lot with Iowa license plates...they stay for a couple of years and move back to Iowa. I assume the Salt Life stickers go with them! :bigsmile:

I prefer spinach in smoothies, salads or cooked . Kale has to be cooked! :)

nuts, nut butter, avocado

Make sure you are getting enough water and protein in! You can do this! :)

Small chili and a side salad

Veggies - cleaned and chopped and put into containers. I keep my lettuce & spinach separate and throw together everything each morning,

You can do this! Walking is great. Just track everything you eat and that will help you make better nutrition choices. Take photos and measurements and remember it's a lifestyle change, so don't be discouraged if you don't lose for several weeks.

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Chipotle recently opened in my area. I had my first grilled chicken burrito bowl. The guacamole was extra, but my goodness...I'm accustomed to getting 3-4 oz side cup of guacamole and I think what I got was a whole avocado! :bigsmile: I was not complaining, but I did divide my burrito bowl into 3 servings and counted it as…

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Awesome job! Thanks for sharing! Your smile says it all! :)

I had a laprascopic hysterectomy and was told 6 weeks on and core or weight training, but I could walk on the treadmill! Good luck! :)

I pre log breakfast, lunch most days, because I know what I'm taking to work. Dinner is whatever looks good and fits into my calories.

probably water weight - make sure you are watching your sodium levels. I used to weigh myself daily and it would drive me crazy. Now I check once a month. Keep up the good work! :)

about 90% real and 10% diet (mostly lower fat dairy products - it just tastes better to me than the full fat stuff)

I was in the same boat last year. My doctor recommended that I increase my protein. After tracking for a few weeks I was averaging 10-15 grams of protein a day (on a good day) My Dr recommended 45-50 grams per day. I found that it really curbed my hunger. Good luck!!

Awww - so sorry. I would be bummed too! ((hugs))

Pure Protein Soft Bakes Double Chocolate Vanilla Crunch Bars, Blue Diamond Natural Almonds 100 calorie packs, BumbleBee solid white albacore 3 oz can, and green tea bags. :)

Welcome! You can add me if you like! :)

I fell down the stairs approx 2 years ago and ended up in wound care and eventually needed a skin graft due to the deep tissue trauma. I was unable to walk for approx 3-4 months. This was my wake up call to lose weight. Check with your doctor, but I was told to significantly increase my protein, because it helps with the…

I use Unjury plain unflavored protein and add it to coffee or my morning smoothie.

Great attitude! We all make choices that we regret later, but don't give up! :)

Yes - quite a change! You're doing great!

Check the labels and don't use generic information from this site. Your diary shows 4 oz of deli turkey, but no sodium. Deli sliced turkey can be high in sodium, as the mineral is added for flavoring and to help preserve the meat over time. A 2 ounce serving of deli sliced turkey provides 620 milligrams of sodium, which…

I didn't count calories while on vacation. Tried to eat sensibly (we rented a cabin in the mountains) and stocked up with meats to grill, lots of fruits and veggies and snacks, but we did go out to eat 2-3 times and I indulged with burgers, fudge, chips, etc. I did a lot of walking and hiking while sightseeing. I actually…

Mine is labeled - FOOD

Check with your doctor and make sure it's a meal replacement protein shake, so you get the nutrients in. Good luck to both of you! :smile:

Spinach, blueberry and coconut water! Yumm!

Cheese sticks, protein bars, nuts, fresh veggies and hummus are my go to snacks