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I like unsweetened almond milk. For a treat I highly recommend Larry and Luna's Coconut Bliss ice cream - let it soften for a few minutes and it tastes just like ice cream. The only alternative cheese I've liked is Daiya shredded mozzarella.

For me, I learned to manage it by cutting out dairy, drinking more water, generally eating healthier and more exercise. Also, smaller portions. It still acts up occasionally if I eat too much at once or if I eat a lot of greasy food (like a burger and fries).

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Wow you look great! I look similar to your before pic right now...I guess I know what I need to do!!

Can you try filling up on lower calorie food?

When I'm broke I eat a lot of rice, beans, lentils and veggies. Throw some spices or hot sauce on it and it's actually pretty good.

I find I'm actually more aware of my "problem areas" now that I'm down over 30lbs. I was kind of blissfully unaware before it kind of hit me that I got fat and decided to do something about it.

Right now I'm doing them using my bathroom counter. Once I can do ten pretty easily I will try my coffee table, then on my knees on the floor, then real ones!

Name: Adrienne Age: 35 Height: 5'7.5" Start Weight (1st July): 159.2 Goal Weight (1st August): 154 1st July: 159.2 8th July: 157.8 15th July: 157.2 22nd July: 29th July: 1st August: Weight lost/gained this week:-0.6lbs Weight lost/gained this month: -2lbs Successes/struggles this week: Yesterday I got down to 156.6 which…

I'm 35 and am an HP and LOTR nerd (among other things I'm sure). I started at 190, currently 156, aiming for 140. Any of you can add me.

I am sorry for your loss, but glad that you are using it to help motivate you to lead a healthier lifestyle and have already taken steps by getting a new job. Feel free to send me a friend request - I am an active user and will be a cheerleader for you!

I'm sorry for your loss. I do think it matters that you stay healthy. While you will always miss him, the severe fog of your grief right now will eventually lessen, and you will want to be healthy for your remaining years on this planet. You will want to be able to enjoy time with friends and loved ones. I agree that you…

I become very aware of my stomach and the fact that it's empty, it gets growly, and I get irritable.

I think it's hilarious. Tee hee. I don't think swearing is a bad thing.

Maybe have the banana earlier since it is portable and grab and go. Other options could be a protein bar or a single serving of yogurt, nuts, an apple...

Nice work! You look great :)

I don't do conscious cheat days, I just go over my calories sometimes for special occasions and don't worry about it too much (will try to do really well the next few days to sort of make up for it). Some people who get into "cheat day" mindset go so crazy with food on that day that they undo all of their work for the…

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Thanks everyone! I don't have space for a bench but will do what I can.

Bump because this is my favourite thread!

Bump because I'd like to know the same. I have dumbbells at home and nothing else.

Pineapple, blueberries and raspberries are all tied for 1st place.

I think this is actually really smart! I may have to try this!

Haha yeah me too. Sometimes I look down and see one floating on top of my food and I'm just like "meh, whatever" and continue eating.

They don't really have a taste which is why they are good for mixing into things. You get the health benefits and they help fill you up but they don't alter flavours.

"Chia seeds should NOT be consumed without soaking for at least an hour as they are a choking hazard!!" I never soak them, I just throw them in my yogurt or smoothies or salad and eat them. I've even put them directly in mouth and swallowed. I would think it's only a choking hazard if you inhale rather than swallow - which…

Nice work! You look great!

I don't think anyone can really "give" you motivation. You just have to knuckle down and flex your determination and will power muscles and do it. I really think you just reach a point where you want it bad enough that you do what you need to do even if you don't feel like it. Once you start seeing results - that will be…

30 pound difference.