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I actually think those look amazing, because I love cauliflower...but let's not pretend it's bread.

Joseph's also has whole wheat oat flax Pita, for 60 calories each. I recently discovered a brand called Tumaro's who have tortillas between 60-90 cals depending on the flavor. Neither are "OMG amazing bread!," but they're both pretty tasty. It's true there's no substitute for great bread, but many of us can't afford (or…

It will always be a challenge...though as you build habits it gets easier...but....don't worry yourself about it. Just concentrate on today. You can think about tomorrow, tomorrow.

And this is why using the term "clean eating" is an invitation for dissent! OP, I think you have the right idea...just weren't aware that the term itself is pretty controversial. Adding more fresh whole foods to your diet is good...but most people here will agree that "clean" taken to the extreme is unnecessary.

Or a change of tone...like..."you know, I'd love some roasted veggies, but you usually use a lot of oil. Maybe we can try and do that differently this time; I'll help so I can make them in a way that is healthy for everyone."

As others have said, weigh everything, but also...if you are "picking the closest one on MFP" for prepared foods, you aren't going to get accurate numbers. For example, one entry you have is "tortillas - tortillas 2" for 360 calories. Well, I buy 70 calorie tortillas, but I've seen tortillas in the store, depending on…

Yup, MFPs calorie burn numbers are. Notoriously high. I typically log only 75% or less of my time.

How about tofu? Even the "firm" style is pretty soft.

For some reason, if there's a water bottle with a straw that sticks out of it...I'm more likely to grab it and drink. Also, for me, water that is close to room temperature goes down so easy that I will chug a whole glass of it...but cold water, I just sip. Actually, I kinda love it when my water has been sitting in my car…

Because the faster you lose, the more of your loss comes from muscle. That means that even at the smaller size, you will appear less toned because you haven't rid yourself of the fat you are trying to lose, and now there's less muscle underneath the fat that is left. Also, the reduction in muscle mass results in a decrease…

Biggest meal I was ever served was in Prague, in Czech Republic. It was so large and memorable that I remember it 20 years later. HUGE, breaded, fried piece of cheese the size of the plate on top of a huge breaded, fried piece of meat as large as the plate, on top of a pile of fried potatoes, with some kind of thick creamy…

Eeewwwww that IS horrible... ...because pepperoni is nasty. can I just get it with triple bacon?

Yup, totally had to adjust the way I shave my legs without so much fat over my shin bone. Also....sitting on a hard surface was much comfortable when I had a bigger tush :laugh:

Don't most jockeys also experience serious health issues, especially as they get older, from a lifetime of extreme restriction? Maybe you don't care but...just because some professionals do it doesn't make it ok.

Maybe you ate something salty and am retaining water, maybe you exercised harder than normal which can cause a slight gain due to the way muscles heal, maybe there is still food in your digestive track that hasn't been evacuated, maybe 100 things because 1 pound here or there means absolutely nothing. Also...unless you are…

Doyogawithme.com is excellent. Dozens of videos of various levels and lengths, all viewable for free. Also, regarding big bucks for gym/studio classes...I'm not sure where you're located, but the YMCA near me has basic yoga classes several days a week, and they offer "scholarships" if you're income is below a certain…

"Leaving only 20% stomach space available for eating" Or, you could fill up on delicious nutritious low calorie vegetables. Also...they are promoting this as suitable for "childhood obesity" and pregnant women?!?!?!? SHAME on them!!!

I think it's VERY important to realize that men and women just do not lose weight at the same rates. I'm not saying that men have it easy, but pound for pound, yes, in general for men the pounds come off faster and easier. Men are typically larger, and almost always have a higher % of muscle...and both of those things lead…

It's worth noting that the closer you are to a healthy weight, the slower the pounds come off. So, while you may "easily" lose 2 pounds a week to start that will slow down dramatically as you get smaller even if you over-restrict and over-exercise. As others have mentioned, quick weight loss has undesirable consequences.…

There's a wide range of foods that fall between "organic" and "processed". You don't need to buy expensive organic foods just to avoid processed crap. Frozen vegetables are cheap and almost as healthy as fresh (some even say they are more nutritious, because they are frozen before spending so much time in a truck getting…

Doyogawithme.com is great! I would strongly suggest though, if possible, attending some classes in person, at least to start. Proper alignment is so important for both reaping the benefits and for avoiding injury, and a good teacher in a basics class will pay attention to you and correct your posture. If you decide to…

I find this interesting, because I was just going to suggest the Dove clear 48! I guess different products work for different people based on our own personal biology. Though I have to admit, I might wanna try your favorite, Degree, because maybe it will work even better for me than what I'm using.

The problem with a 1000 calorie a day diet isn't just that your not getting enough nutrition and fuel...the other issue is that because you are so hungry, tired, cranky, etc, it's much harder to maintain that level of restriction for the long term. Eating more and losing slowly, but actually getting to your goal because…

If you're looking for a delicious treat...then quest bars aren't it. BUT if you're looking for a decent tasting snack with great macros, then quest bars are awesome. I love coconut cashew, chocolate chip cookie dough, chocolate peanut butter. There are certainly more delicious protein bars (mmmm cliff builder bars!), but…

You lose weight by eating at a deficit. Cardio helps create/increase your deficit (plus is good for your overall health). You can't target belly fat. Fat will come off where it wants to, and unfortunately, the belly fat is often the last to go.