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Here's another article talking about where the myth of water drinking came from. Interesting!! http://psychcentral.com/blog/archives/2010/12/08/the-myth-behind-drinking-8-glasses-of-water-a-day/

Read this article about the myth of drinking 8 glasses of water a day. Read the related articles also. I used to believe the myth too. http://www.cbc.ca/news/health/story/2012/06/08/water-eight-glasses-myth.html

I lost 13 lbs. once in two weeks for a special event. Lots of protein and fats. (Atkins Phase 1) No fruits and very limited vegetables, such as a small salad a day, or some green beans, broccoli, etc. No more than 30 gms of those kind of carbs a day. Not the healthiest way to go, especially for long term, but I reached my…

I love this advice!!

I agree, eat more. Is South Beach based on calories or just eat certain foods till full? I tried it years ago and can't remember but I'm sure I ate more than you do and I lost real well.

As a proud owner of a tattoo, just a suggestion-get something that inspires YOU. It needs to be personal since you are rewarding yourself for a goal you achieved after hard work and motivation. When you find yourself slipping a little, look at that tattoo. You have some time to think about what you want since you still…

When you go to a higher altitude than you are accustomed to, the body retains fluid. Also too, you may have produced more blood to oxygenate your cells since air is thinner at higher elevations. It will come off. Sounds like you had fun!

Congratulations!!! You look terrific.

I totally agree with mscrumbyy! Our emotions and feelings aren't based on food.If you binge, you won't be any happier.

Thanks for the encouragement! You're right-slow and steady!! You look great!

You both look INCREDIBLE!!! Love your story. Good health to you!

Thanks for the encouraging post! I really liked the part when you said something was missing and you found it. Now you're driven and motivated. I had to get to that place too. It feels great. I have a long way to go but all these experiences really help.

Take in the RIGHT carbs-fruits, vegetables. Stay away from the processed kinds and I know I have to limit how much grain based carbs I take in. I stopped eating wheat after watching William Davis' video on You Tube about "Wheat Belly".

You look great!! Keep it up.

I heard of Zevia and that's the only soda I drink now. The Kroger store we have only carries 3 flavors though. I like that it is all natural, even the flavorings. I drink one a day for a treat and then a lot of water!

Congratulations! Thanks for the encouragement!!!

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I drink 1/2-3/4 aloe vera juice every morning. It doesn't have much of a taste, so you can drink it plain, but I like to put a little juice in it or a splash of sugar free flavoring, like you put in coffees. Bonus: because of doing this daily for the last 4 months, I've been able to go off Prilosec. You can drink more in…