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I think about how I will feel if I DON'T go to the gym, and it's usually 10 times worse than I feel right then. So I up and go.

I stare at guys at the gym for lots of reasons -- I think they're good-looking, I'm interested to see how they work out (how many reps and sets they do, whether they are graceful, in what order they use machines, etc.), I'm trying to read what their shirts say, I feel like I'm dying on the elliptical and watching someone…

My doctor says not to eat between dinner and breakfast. I tried it one night, and I was so hungry, I was ready to eat my doctor.

I have interviewed Robert Ballard, the guy who discovered the wreck of the Titanic.

Add some chili or cayenne powder, garlic powder or onion flakes. A popcorn popper is a worthwhile investment. I can make a big bowl of popcorn that's 110 calories and has no sodium. Awesome.

I fight the munchies in the week leading up to the my period, but the first day (or first two days, depending on how bad it is), I will eat what I crave and try to keep it in moderation. So that's a junior burger instead of a large one, or a small cup of Skinny Cow chocolate ice cream instead of a Dairy Queen Blizzard, a…

I work nights, so I go to the gym about 1 p.m.

Tacos are good. Make them into meatballs and serve them with spaghetti and sauce. Make mini burgers (turkey sliders?) or sloppy joes.

Tacos are good. Make them into meatballs and serve them with spaghetti and sauce. Make mini burgers (turkey sliders?) or sloppy joes.

The site doesn't differentiate between natural sugars and processed ones. A glass of milk and a banana sent me over my sugar levels, so I got fed up and changed my settings to monitor cholesterol instead. Now I have another green number instead of a red one and everyone is happy.

I always gain in the 10 days or so before and during my period. I eat more, especially salty, fatty food; I retain more water; and I just generally bloat. I usually drop the extra pound after I'm done. Stick to your regime as closely as possible, keep up the exercise if you can (I skip the gym if I feel too nauseous) and…

I live in the States, and my shop sells them in the frozen veg sections. However, I've bought them for much cheaper in the local Asian foods shop. Check your nearest Chinatown -- edamame are Japanese, but you might find them there anyway.

I try to coincide my cardio workouts with "Divorce Court" ("Where real couples deal with real life!")

Popcorn is always good -- if you want it sweet, sprinkle some sugar on there or drizzle with honey, maybe? Dark chocolate is another good one, and not that bad for you Fruit dipped in a honey-yoghurt dip A bowl of cereal or oatmeal; you can customize sweetness and they can be very filling

I feel the same way, sort of snacky. Can you do something to take your mind off it -- do some dishes, watch something on Netflix, brush the cat? Maybe some water will help? I'm drinking a cup of hot water with a splash of lime juice -- zero calories and quite comforting on a chilly night, :smile:

Does your hotel have a fitness center/gym? A pool? Will you be doing any physical activities such as hiking, snorkelling or long walks on the beach? (Aren't those mandatory on islands? :tongue: ) Watch your portions, skip or skimp on dessert and keep alcohol intake to a minimum, and try to exercise as much as possible and…

Write the letter then burn it. Don't bother sending it -- your friends aren't interested and you will look like a drama queen, however valid your feelings are (and they are completely valid). Just fade away. Reply to their bland e-mails equally blandly, if you want, or don't respond at all. Anna and Ellen might notice at…

It's not bad. I usually feel the same way after a bout of hard exercise. I figure my body is too busy going "WTF?" to tell me I ought to put those calories back. I think it's best if you stay close to your recommended daily calorie intake, but if you can't eat back your exercise calories, no worries. As long as you're…

I think you should log them and eat them if you you feel hungry enough. I used to count calories before MFP and factored in a deficit to lose weight. I wouldn't eat any of my exercise calories back, or maybe allow myself to eat 100 out of 500. I would binge a lot because I'd be so hungry and it took me about six months to…

Out of curiousity, why do you see it being a huge problem? Weighing yourself after every snack or meal is ineffective and, frankly, a waste of time, but in and of itself it isn't harmful.

Sip water instead of eating snacks; it will help you feel full. Snacks can be good for you, though, so portion out a couple of baggies and take them in. Baby carrots are good; they are healthy and take a while to eat. Same with a cup of grapes. I like whole grain crackers spread with protein such as Laughing Cow cheese;…

Turkey meatballs -- mix meat with egg, some breadcrumbs, your favourite herbs and spices and bake in the oven. You can mix them in with spaghetti sauce, use them in meatball sandwiches or throw them at your children. They freeze well, too. For an Asian twist, mix them with a bit of soy sauce, freshly grated ginger,…

Not everything that is organic is good for you. That definitely applies to dog food. (Although I did eat Milk Bones when I was a kid.)

We all fall off the wagon (I did at New Year's). Was there a trigger for your weekend? Did you have a particularly stressful workweek (or personal week) and ate to unwind? Is it related to PMS? If you can identify something out of the ordinary, you can at least try to avoid that trigger in the future. But sometimes, you…

I salute you.

I know what you mean. On my scale, it's called the tare button. Edited to add: I presume tupper means Tupperware. We bought an EatSmart scale from amazon.com. It was a great sale and it's a great scale. It measures in grams, ounces, pounds and kilos. The booklet that came with it has this enourmous list of foods and their…

Congratulations!

Wow, that's fantastic. I can't do a push-up at all, so I admire you for being able to do 31 in a row and different kinds. Congratulations on your hard work, it must feel good to see it paying off like that.

Ha, I came here expecting to see a recipe for lamb meatballs with tzatziki sauce. :laugh:

I'm sorry about your tear; that's bad luck. If you lost the weight once, you can do it again, though. I'm sending you a friend request so I can cheer you on properly. :smile: