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Agreed the app helps keep you going every day, especially when you can't find the time to sit down at the computer!

First she needs to make the decision like you did - it is essential to be committed or you fail. You have made a decision to a lifestyle change and she has not. I agree with "JMO325" you can still have a little something off track as long as it is not "pigging out" and within moderation without jeopardizing what you have…

Here is a suggestion, don't call it a diet - call it a lifestyle change. I agree with "Eandrus" the mobile app is great! My method is 1-2 lbs a week - slow and easy - as there are no silver bullets to overnight weight loss that is going to stay off. Eating healthy, exercise and I agree that some people need "helpers" so I…

Best thing both of you could do, going a 1-2 lb lost a week. I recommend that you not call it a diet but a lifestyle change. Because in all truth, once you start this path you cannot go back to the way you were eating/exercise again without starting to gain weight back; and starting the cycle over again.Congrats on you…

I think that going astray once in a while is normal and a must! :)

I would be interested to know as well, I have both knees in the same state, thanks!

I have a secret weapon for sugar cravings; I use Qivana Resist to stave off the need for sugar. Resist is an all-natural tablet based on an Indian herb that temporarily blocks your sugar receptors and helps repress sweet tooth cravings for up to two hours. But the herb also takes it a step further by blocking the sugar…

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Cooked oatmeal (ahead of time or microwave), yogurt, fruit, Qivana Metaboliq shake (chocolate, vanilla ~ strawberry or pumpkin spice add-in to vanilla), Qivana protein stick, the possibilities are endless if you make it ahead of time. :)

Light brown sugar and a pat of butter

My sisters (I have three that are all diabetic) use fish oil and eat almonds.We all use Qivana Qore & Metaboliq products for everything from detoxing, weight loss and believe it or not their diabetes. Qivana uses herbs. I personally use the metaboliq protein shakes which compared to my roommates gnc whey shakes ~ taste a…

Welcome & good luck to you in reaching your goals!

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Congrats! You can really tell the difference from your hard work. I hope I look & see that much difference at 10 and 20 lbs. lighter. Way to go!

Thanks for asking ~ bump! :)

I really try to stick with not eating after 8-9pm ~ whether I have calories or not.

I was previously weighing in on Sunday, but now I have joined the group here on MFP wanting to lose 30 lbs by xmas. So the new weigh in day is Monday. However, I couldn't stand it, I just needed to know this morning so I weighed in early and was pleasantly surprised!

QUOTE: From what I see, the majority of you that have replied are about what 20-30's? It will be easier for you to lose weight with just healthy eating and exercise. Well, I started my "get fit" journey at age 52. And I didn't really exercise much before that...not regularly. Now I'm exercising all the time because it…

Elitist or not ~ does it matter? Open minds matter. I have been heavy all of my life and I have tried just healthy eating and exercise ~ but that does not always do it alone, everyone is different. From what I see, the majority of you that have replied are about what 20-30's? It will be easier for you to lose weight with…

Chipotle's Chicken Fajita Bowl! With lots of guac, cheese and sour cream!

It is my understanding that protein helps jump start your metabolism, so if you have a low meta you will probably want higher protein levels.

Welcome and I hope you achieve your goals! :happy:

I recommend Qivana shakes, they leave no aftertaste, have Stevia as a sweetener, and are all natural with high protein. I am currently using them and again recommend them highly!

If you are worried about artificial sweeteners in protein shakes. Qivana shakes use Stevia, which is a natural sugar.

I am using Qivana shakes, which are all natural and are great tasting as well.

I am using Qivana, and I swear by them. If interested, let me know.:glasses:

I swear by Qivana!

My sister was a 4 shot a day insulin taker, she started drinking Qivana shakes and is now down to 2 shots a day with the dose decreased. She definitely doesn't want to lose weight but with Qivana shakes, which are all natural, there are other health benefits. I currently use the shakes for weight loss and they are working!

I'm in! SW:276 CW:268

I, too, drink Qivana protein shakes w/fat free milk that usually keep me satisfied for 3-4 hours. One note, with protein shakes you have to drink lots of water as well.