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Well, you don't really know ME but know I support YOU!!!!! I just turn "negative" people on "OFF" and stick with those that are positive. Keep your eye on your goal and know there are others out there, just like you, who are doing the same thing. Onward!

I know the topic is chicken and veggies but I discovered this summer soup that takes seconds to make and tastes FAB. Blend 1 peeled English cucumber, 1 avocado, pint of low fat buttermilk and 1/4 cup plain greek yogurt until smooth. Add some fresh mint OR fresh dill if you want to add herbs. (I love mint) Simply delish,…

The regularity probably indicates little more than regular food intake. Losing weight is generally not accomplished in healthy people by excretion.

I will be your friend and support you. I had a knee replacement (3) years ago that was totally botched. It rendered me practically immobile. Slowly, I started getting in the pool and swimming since I can no longer do any kind of floor exercises. I had to do what worked for ME. Think of what works for YOU, what YOU enjoy…

Try marinating it in plain low fat yogurt, garlic, rosemary and lemon overnight in a ziplock. Once you reach an internal temp of 165 degrees it's done. Or, cut the breast in half. If there's no "pink" it's done. You will have a juicy, wonderfully seasoned chicken breast. I make several this way so I can use them for other…

Make low fat egg salad! Take (4) hard boiled eggs and combine with 3/4 cup low fat cottage cheese. That's your basic egg salad. Then add your favorites; chopped celery, minced onion or chives, dill, squirt of dijon mustard and eat open faced on a slice of whole wheat bread or in a whole grain tortilla wrap with lots of…

You can add ME! We need all the motivation we can get. BTW, are there any 55+members on the forum? I'm in that group and would really enjoy hearing from you.

I am in the 1200 cal./day range and it is NOT easy! If 100 extra calories makes the difference b/t sticking to your weight loss plan vs. getting frustrated and ditching it, UP YOUR CALORIES. 100 calories is basically the equivalent of a "snack." Make them count! I find that eating 100 calories in the form of a high…

Okay, you ate a donut. We're all human and sometimes we give into our cravings. Just keep your eye on your goal and don't let a munchie moment distract you. I just got back from an out of town Father's Day weekend and got off track. But, today I'm back on. Don't sweat the small stuff! Maybe next time you'll have only 1/2 a…

Ratatouille (sp?) is a great low carb veggie dish. I like to combine grilled zuchinni, squash, onions and roasted garlic with a can of diced tomatoes, a sprinkle of capers and allow it simmer until most of the liquid evaporates. Salt/season to taste. You can eat is like a stew, atop 1/2 cup brown rice or couscous as a main…

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Add some Fiber One and Flax Seed to it and allow it to sit for about 10 minutes. You'll have something similar to pudding. Add a portion of peanut butter and low fat jam to it. (Yummy energy fix) Top a baked sweet potato with it. Spread it on a slice of whole wheat toast and top with strawberries. Or, just eat it plain.

l love smoothies and make them all the time. You might want to try silken tofu vs. greek yogurt for your base. You will NEVER know it's tofu and it gives the smoothie a silky texture. DELISH. I also use apple juice as my sweetner. My fav smoothies: banana & strawberries, banana & avocado, sweet potato (1/2 baked) & banana,…

I would tell no one. After all, you are doing this for yourself and your health! In the past when I announced I was "losing weight" it seemed as if that's all my friends wanted to talk about. It was always, "how much have you lost, what size are you now?" kind of stuff. No, keep it to yourself and let your RESULTS speak…

Awesome!!!! You go girl! Looking good!

You should include good carbs when planning your daily meals. I am losing weight and while I watch my carb intake, I have no problem allowing myself a piece of whole grain bread, small portion of brown rice or other healthy grains. They satisfy me and keep me from wanting to overeat. Everything in moderation combined with…

I agree with most of the posts here. I am a Registered Nurse. Instead of forcing yourself to eat full meals, just break them down into smaller ones; 4-6 times per day. When I worked with a personal trainer some years back she recommended that and I lost 23 lbs. If you don't feel hungry, make yourself a healthy smoothie and…