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Great reply, I completely agree! A lot of people don't realize that they do have to eat when trying to lose and to not think of it as a diet but rather a lifestyle. You have to eat in a way that you will be happy with for the rest of your life. Eat good fats, lean meats (cutting out red is a good idea), eat TONS of…

First of all stop beating yourself up about the mistakes you made with your weight and put it behind you! Decide you're going to do this and do it! You most absolutely can because I did/am and so many others out there are doing it too! Getting your head in the game is the biggest battle. Look up transformation videos on…

Wow! You've done a great job with your pounds lost! That's awesome - great job!!! I can see a definite difference in your midsection! Did you take measurements? What are you doing for exercise?

Hi Lucy! You need to eat the proper balance of carbs/protein/fat. Tracking in mfp has been key for me! Do you know what you have your macros set to and have you figured out what your TDEE should be? I can send you a link to help you figure that out if you don't know it.

I just set my mind straight before hand that I'm only going to have a certain amount. What really helps is if everyone else is enjoying the treat so you have no choice but to only have a small amount because there's none left after everyone has their share. :)

What a great thread!! I love them so much I just slice them up and sprinkle a little pink himalayan sea salt on them. May be boring but so divine!! I'm going to have to try out some of these recipes though!!

Really depends on your age & height. I'm 40 and 5'8" and I try not to go over 1300. I take about a 750 calorie deficit from my TDEE.

That's just more motivation to keep going and NEVER go back! That's what I always tell myself! It's very easy to fall off so don't let yourself. You've done an amazing job so far losing 41 pounds!!! Concentrate on how far you've come! Congrats to you!!!

To set your ratios you go to goals which you'll find on your home page. Then click change goals and choose custom. You can then set them to what you would like. The one that works for me best is 40%carbs, 40% protein, 20% fat. There's also a fat shredder ratio that's 10% higher and protein & lower in carbs. I usually do…

Also, what do you have your macros set to? It's really important to have them set right so you know you're getting the correct amount of carbs/protein/fat.

That's great you're working out that much so kuddos to you! I would most definitely eliminate ALL processed foods and as much sugar as possible because they are most likely your culprits. You should try to eat fruits - all the berries are good and lower in sugar, veggies - not the starchy ones, whole grains, and lean…

I like the light original soy milk mixed with the almond because I can't deal with almond alone. I do use all almond milk to make my oatmeal every morning. I find the oatmeal keeps me satisfied longer. I use cinnamon, 1/2tbsp of coconut shredded, 1/16 cup of raisins, and a couple inches banana. I also use a natural…

Thanks for the support rosellasweet, I thought that was rude too. :happy: Everyone's advice on here has been really good too! Weight loss takes time. As long as you're exercising and eating healthy you'll get there! Surround yourself with like-minded people who will help support you and give you good advice like everyone…

What works for one person doesn't always work for another. For me eating smaller meals more often has helped boost my metabolism. Also, if I eat late the scales don't budge so I try to not to at least three hours before bedtime. :)

Don't distress too much. It could be your muscles retaining water for repair. It's good to eat about 5-6 times a day so snacking is fine as long as they're healthy. Make sure you're drinking a lot of water too. You're doing great so far so keep up the hard work!!

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No, not at all. Your body needs the right combination of protein/carbs/fat. You're just gonna be starved like that. And your body could go into starvation mode which is no bueno. Take a look at my diary if you'd like. I think I eat a lot of food for only 1200-1300 calories a day. Along with exercise I continue to lose.…

Thanks Wyodawn. I had never heard that about pregnancy. I'll look into that more. I guess I'm gonna break down & make an appt. W/a chiro. There's a specialist about an hour away. It sucks you don't have one nearby. :(

So glad I found this group! I was diagnosed w/scoliosis in 2007 but think I had it as far back as age 8 or so because I remember going to the pediatrician for a physical and he kept lifting up one of my shoulders/arms and said it was hanging lower than the other. I can see it now in pictures. Anyway, my chiro diagnosed me…

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Makes me so happy there's SO many people out there getting healthy!!!! I'm so proud of each and everyone of you!!! I have lost 80 so far and have 30 more to go! Not having much luck posting the pic so I made it my profile picture. There's more in my profile too. Happy fat killing everyone! LOL :laugh:

Now it's too late and I can't go back and edit my original post. Ugh. Oh well, the pictures are on my profile. :/

Wow! Everyones transformation pictures are amazing!!! You are all so inspiring! I can't seem to figure out how to post mine. Here's a link to one of them though. :) http://i173.photobucket.com/albums/w56/aquarian29/Transformation%20pictures/thenandnow.jpg

I must be special because I still can't get it to work. :(

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Thank you Maryannelk!!!

^^^^THANK YOU!!! So sweet of you to take the time to show me! I'll go try it now...

Great job so far!!!! Keep up the hard work!! :)