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at this moment, I gave up meat for Lent. But I will definitely add lentils, & eggs. @jonnythan: I really don't eat fast food. I started adding protein powder to my green smoothies. I try not to eat bread lol I need to add more lean meats, I have to wait til Easter. Thanks y'all for your comments....

I used to have high cholesterol. When I went to see my dr at the time I was 180 lbs (now 161lbs), my results came out good. You need to be careful with animal products, also eat lots of veggies. Eat plain oatmeal for breakfast, add cinnamon, real maple syrup, or add fruits to it. I don't know what your eating habits is.…

i should eat more eggs... i prefer greek yogurt over cottage cheese. Thanks

its about 1250 or so. but I do eat more depending how much I exercise

congrats!! that is awesome!

wow!!!!!! awesome job

Wow you look great!!! So true, you have to commit to it.... Congrats!!!!

Wow! you look great!!! I can't wait to reach my goal. and it's true what you say, we have to eat right, be patient, work hard, do cardio and weights..... Congrats!!!!

wow!!! Congrats!! keep it up....

you look amazing!! Great job!!!

I'm 5'3" - I started @ 198 lbs now I am 166. I run and do weight lifting. I want to reach to 130 lbs sometime this year. I have been very patient and working hard at it since July 2012.

amazing how different you look!! Great job!!

wow you look like Emma Stone! Great job. you look great!

If you have PCOS, you should stay away from milk and wheat. I also have PCOS. I am trying hard not to eat bread, etc. I weigh 166 lbs but my stomach is shrinking..... I am now size 9. I also lift weights. Watch what you eat.

you looks beautiful and amazing!!!! Great work!!!

Thanks so much :)

i started running at 192 lbs! if you can walk for 3 miles fine then you are ready to add running in your walking routine. add 1 minute intervals for every 5 min that you walk, as an example. start slowly. You can do it!! Just make sure you do not run everyday!!! Rest in between. Best of success. Do not listen to anyone but…

wow! 20 lbs makes a difference! Great Job girl!!!

I forgot to mention that not only have I lost 32 lbs but in November 2012 when I saw my dr, My elevated liver enzymes, high blood pressure, sugar levels, cholesterol were all normal :) I no longer take pills for high blood pressure. I greatly appreciate all your comments!! I humbly smile that I have inspired some people. I…

Thanks so much everyone!!!! :) Wish I can reply to all individually and thank you. Thanks for the stunning comment. It's been a lot of hard work.

I started by getting in the habit of exercising 5x a week by walking the first month. then the 2nd month i started to log in my food and I started running. I did get a trainer 2x a week but i do a lot more on my own. depending if i run, lift weights, my calories varies between 1200-1600. I started to strength train about…

Wow! Congrats to you too!! :) I still have more to go. Didn't thought by posting my pics was going to help me in my journey even further, let alone inpsire

Thanks! I know and my 200-205 lbs is not the heaviest i have been but that was more recent. I can not believe how different i look.

Yes a difference in my stomach, face and arms LOL Thanks so much

Thanks ladies :)

Thanks so much :) I am giving it my all

Diagnosed with PCOS about 12 years, I was insulin resistance, taking metformin, no menstrual cycles (unless with pills) until now! I no longer take pills :) You can do it!!!! I still have 36 lbs to lose to achieve my goal weight. Keep positive.

thanks!!! now I feel like crying haha sometimes it takes many ppl to make me realize ive come a long way. Thank you all for your kind works and encouragement to continue :)

Raw_Bean, it takes too many pics to get one but I get tired so it is what it is... LOL awwww Thanks spez80. You can achieve it. You have to take it slow. Set goals each month and keep adding and achieving them. It does get easier to make healthier choices down the line.

thanks so much ladies for your compliments :) I appreciate them greatly