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Wow the mayo link was very helpful. The second link's pictures of the one lady, was amazing. She looks so much healthier, and younger with just drinking more water! I keep getting bloated, and I was thinking that maybe drinking too much water was to blame. But, it looks like I am drinking about what I should be.

Gemini, I really haven't been very hungry lately. I have been drinking a BUNCH of water, and snacking on low calorie foods. Sometimes I feel like I am eating just to get the right number of calories in. I will try to pay more attention to hunger levels.

Thank you patchwork. I appreciate it. I do NOT want to gain it back, after all the work that it will take to lose it.

I have not been eating my exercise calories. This may be something I need to look at.

Thank you. I will increase my calories. It will take a change in my mindset, as I have actually become accustomed to eating less. I want the weight loss to last, and I am committed to making changes to be healthier. I appreciate all of the suggestions!!!

Hey I also need weight loss buddies. I have lost 22 pounds so far, and I have a long way to go.

I also could use the encouragement. I am getting started, and I have a long way to go.

Ok, thank you Jacksonpt. I appreciate it!! The main thing for me is to make a life change. I want this to be permanent. How much water should I really be drinking?

Ok, I read all of the information and I am going to study it more. I used the http://scoobysworkshop.com/accurate-calorie-calculator/#results link to calculate calories. These are my results: BMR: 1930, TDEE: 2654, Basic Calories Needed: 1990 Since I have been eating at 1000 calories, what will be the effect if I do start…

I have adjusted my calorie limit to 1200. That would be more sustainable. Thank you for your help!

Thanks Gothchiq.

Thank you both. I will read up on this.

I have not been eating my calories back, but I will start.

Oh and I am weighing everything... I meant to add that. :)

Congratulations! What's your secret?:smile: