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Me too! LOL! Welcome to MFP:flowerforyou: - I sent a friend request to you already. Googled and SAHM is "Stay at home mom" or "Sexy and Hot Mom:blushing: ." Take your pick! :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: :laugh:

I don't quite know all of the benefits but I like almond milk - it has more calcium than cow's milk, comes from a plant, you can drink if you are lactose intolerant, has added benefit of vitamin E, fewer calories than cow's milk, doesn't have the added hormones from what the cow drinks/eats. Somebody once gave me a good…

I think you are doing great! My answer would be yes - split it up. As long as you are motivated to doing it - your stamina will catch up to your willpower! Just go with it. I bet you feel great (inside)!:flowerforyou:

I checked out the site. I think I'll get the ebook. Thanks for the sugsestion.

I'd like to try your fruit fast also! How do I get started?

Hmmmm Haven't really been setting goals. Maybe that's the reason for slow progress. Could use some help getting started - or getting "real". Thanks.

Now that's as real as it gets!:laugh: :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: :laugh:

Wow! You have made an amazing transformation. Thanks for sharing your journey!

Wow! You've done so well! Congratulations on an amazing weightloss! And, you quite smoking to boot! WTG! Yes! you are an inspiration to all of us. You've shown that if you have determination, you can do anything! I wish you much success!

Thank you all for your great suggestions. I got some good laughs out of it too! I pictured myself not stopping at one and eating a whole box - because it taste good! LOL:laugh: kimmerroze made me remember that I have sugar free jello that I can make and add whip cream to it. I've tried the skinnie cow products are they are…

This is a great answer to the question. Well said!

I'm sort of in the same position. and, yes I think it might have something to do with alcohol period (I also like having a glass or 2 of wine before dinner and sometimes something else). But, I've noticed that on days that I don't have it, and eat properly, a couple of pounds will come off. Some one told me that you have…

Welcome to MFP! I'll be your friend.

You can fire roast them and eat them; or you can chop them up and add to several recipes. I like to stuff beef or pork roast with everything. i.e., bellpeppers, onions, garlic and yes jalapenos. I love spicy and add cayenne to many dishes just for the kick it gives food, besides it's good for blood circulation.

Not all carbs are bad or high in calories. Go on the web and research low carb foods. They're usually a much healthier choice, while providing long lasting fuel for your body, and don't spike. Good luck to you!

Keep doing what you're doing and find the happiness within. You're the only one that has to pleased. I think you are doing amazing. being 50 and fit is awesome!

Well I'm 1 week down as of today. Thank you all for responding to me. I got some great info too! I can now look optimistically towards the future. Knowing that this too shall pass! Have a great day everyone!

maybe you are not eating enough.... my understanding it that if you fall below 1200 calories the body can possibly go into starvation mode and hold onto it's stores of energy(fat). But, eventually will start to readjust.

I want to give it a shot too! Count me in.

Well alright now! my kind of girl. See you tomorrow!

there's some that say when you go under 1200 calories, your body goes in to starvation mode and want to hold on to fat stores. I'm puzzled by this because how are you going to lose the weight if you don't lessen your intake?????? I see you only have 11lbs to lose. you could probably take a water pill and eliminate 5lbs.…

Yes. I purchased the book the 21 day challenge by Neal Barnard. Haven't completed the challenge yet. but have cut out meat significantly. Feel more energy and digestion is better.

Hmmmm! That sounds delicious! Black beans also have a great amount of fiber (one of the highest for beans).

I try to keep fruit handy so that I won't choose cheetos or chocolate to snack on.

It's for me this time! And, I will not be deprived!

I'm definately ready to find a "new attitude."

I'd probably indulge myself with wine too. But don't be down on yourself. You've done all you can do. There definitely is something better out there for you. Think positively - the more interviews you go on the better you'll get at the questions, reading body language, and just plain sharpening your pr skills for you.…

Kailyamie, I think you've come to the right place. Everyone here is very encouraging. And, from reading your post, it appears that you're frustrated by giving so much of yourself to others. Maybe not the giving so much as being appreciated. This is something you can do for yourself. I'd love to be friends as I too feel…

Add me - I've got 50lbs to go and also need encouragement.

If "your eating habits suck" - this is the first place to start a change. Keep fresh fruit and/or veggies available to munch on. Most fruits are portable and you can carry a piece or two in your purse or backpack. In any event, uping your intake of fruits and vegatables, leaving junk food and processed foods(seem be…