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Hi. I did weight watchers online about 8 years ago, and though it worked for me, I find it does basically the same thing as myfitnesspal (sets your points/calorie goals, log your diet and excercise, weigh in, weight loss tracker, message boards, etc). Except they charge you for the service. So on that basis, I would go…

I weigh myself most days, first thing in the morning. I find it is helpful at this stage in motivating me as I see small losses throughout the week and lets me see how they can fluctuate (and try to understand why). It may also be because I avoided the scales for a long time, as I wasn't ready to face up to my weight, so…

Hi I have an open diary, but not sure you can see my recipes (certainly haven't entered method). Here are some of my favourites at the moment: Prawn Madras - 178 cals, plus rice and veg: http://www.deliciousmagazine.co.uk/recipes/prawn-madras. You could replace the prawns with chicken, etc. (brown first, then simmer until…

Add me if you like! I've been on here for 2 months (it's my 60 day anniversary today) and have lost 18lbs/8kg. I'd like to lose another 8kg. I did a similar thing 8 years ago with WeightWatchers online, but I have found it easier this time around somehow. It is a brilliant tool, and I have got some very supportive friends.

Hello! Some foods are a real surprise (even after 2 months, I had a big surprise when I found out how calorific coconuts are!). I have to say I love a bit of chocolate whilst watching TV in the evening, and I know it is a habit rather than real hunger. A few things that have worked for me are: 1) Hiding the chocolate…

If you don't try, you can never fail nor succeed. And if you don't succeed at first, as Henry Ford once said: "Failure is simply the opportunity to begin again, this time more intelligently." Or as my mum used to say, try, try again. If you add me, maybe we could try to motivate eachother? I'm a mum too (just 1 though) and…

Friend request on its way from across the pond!

Hi Amie. I don't know if your 100lb goal is to big, but I think it helps if you break it down into smaller mini-goals. For example, decide on a small reward for every 10lbs you lose (for example a manicure, new shoes, whatever you find motivational). And do give yourself a pat on the back EVERY time you meet your calorie…

Mother of one busy, busy 3 year old. Finally found the energy and motivation to lose some weight in August, and have now lost 15lbs. Still a way to go, and could always do with more friends on here to motivate me!

You could look up celiac.org for info on a gluten free diet. Here is the link to their resource list for what you can eat: http://cdfresourcedirectory.com/

I've done 2 runs of week 4. Didn't think I would be able to do it, as it is a huge jump up from week 3, but I have. Add me if you like!

Sorry - I just read your post again. You wanted advice on eating out, not recipes for making your own at home.

I had this low-calorie version of sweet and sour chicken tonight: http://www.bbc.co.uk/food/recipes/sweet_and_sour_chicken_52908

I have my scales out permanently at home, which is great as it does both weights and fluid measurements. I used them all the time at first, but now guesstimate quite a lot (by cup size), and as long as the weight is coming off I am happy it is working.

I have been on here just over 7 weeks, and did a week on another site before then, and I'm 13lbs down. I have been eating anywhere between 1,220 and 1,600 (and sometimes more due to birthday parties), and had 2 weeks off exercise due to an injury. So on that basis, I think if you set your goals to 2lbs a week you could…

I am living by "if you are hungry, eat. When you are full, stop". I find the second harder than the first. So, if I am genuinely hungry at bedtime, I will have something to eat or drink, otherwise I find I can't get to sleep. Having said that, I used to be bad for staying up late and then snacking because I was tired. A…

I'll be 36 tomorrow, so I am the wrong side of "mid-30s" if that will do. I live in the UK, and am currently 12lbs down. My first goal is another 10lbs, where I would be quite happy, but encouraged by MFP I'm going to try to lose another 16lbs after that (although I haven't been that slim since I was at university). Add me…

If you are in doubt, get a full bag of sugar/flour and check the scales for accuracy. Then take your measurements and check them regularly too. Then you can set your mum and hubbie straight. Don't give up - you are 30 lbs down and doing a great job!

Firstly, well done on your weight loss so far! Keep remembering you are already 6lbs lighter than when you started - that is almost the weight of an average sized baby. Motivation can be so hard to find, not to mention the time and energy when you have (4) children. I only have 1 and some days I just feel relieved to have…

My diary is open - feel free to add me.

For me, it is either clothes, pampering (manicure/pedicure) or for a big goal, a meal in a nice restaurant (and no calorie counting whilst there). I see a lot of people disagree with food-related treats, but surely you ARE improving your thinking about food if you are having your favourite foods as treats and in limited…

I've sent you a friend request. I have a little one too, and having lost 9lbs feel I am on the road to yummy mumminess :-)

I have sent you a friend request. I am Norwegian but living in the UK, 35 and looking to lose at least another 7kg (I have lost almost 5kg so far), or 14kg if possible.

Oh yes, I love food and I love cooking. I couldn't diet if I thought I had to deprive myself, so for me losing weight is about seeking out the most delicious but low calorie meals, controlling my portions (and NOT going back for seconds) and ensuring I build in some treats in my calorie allowance or making sure I have a…

I felt a bit like that when I started running, but decided anyone who judges me is just ignorant. The people whose opinions are worth considering will see that I am trying to do something to improve my fitness (and lose some weight). But if you really don't feel comfortable, then as someone suggested, a video such as 30…

I haven't read the book (I intend to), but did read an article about it and it had some of the "tips" in it. One of the tips was to have a fruit bowl within the children's reach, and I have now moved our fruit bowl from the kitchen counter to the coffee table. It amazed me how much more often my son now asks for fruit to…

So when's your next dinner party? Looks delicious, and although I'm not vegetarian I try to make sure we have vegetarian meals 2-3 times a week. Great inspiration, thanks.

Just discovered Liquorice Comfits/Bullets are just 8 cals each, so you could have a few of those. Also, here is a recipe for skinny cupcakes. I am going to try them at the weekend and freeze some for those moments...: http://www.bbc.co.uk/food/recipes/skinny_lemon_cupcakes_15650

Hi I would love to see what other people say too. I can only do this long term if I feel I am not depriving myself, so I try to have a small treat daily like you are. For sweet treats I usually have either 1-2 squares of dark chocolate (most days at the end, as a reward for sticking to my cals), or an ice-lollie (I found…

Add me if you like. I'm 2 weeks and this time I am determined I will lose the weight and keep it off!