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  • I can weigh in (get it? ha!) on the knee issue: I've had both of my knees completely reconstructed once, and I just had my right knee reconstructed a second time 3 months ago. I'm STILL on crutches and in an immobilizer. I don't even qualify for knee replacement because I'm far too young AND my knees are so misaligned.…
    in I gained 10 lbs of fat?! The frustration has me in tears Comment by samuelsson August 2013
  • After checking out your diary, my best suggestion (for the future, sadly, not for today) is to cut out the Sprite or drink a calorie-free Sprite. That's 140 calories you could be putting toward FOOD! Real, good, solid food with protein and/or fat, which keep you full. =) That's 1 scoop of protein powder, for example. If…
    in I'm starving... Not really, but I'm starving. Comment by samuelsson August 2013
  • I ABSOLUTELY UNDERSTAND WHERE YOU'RE COMING FROM. I honestly thought it was just me feeling this way -- why am I not losing as fast as So-and-so (stupid weight-loss commercials starring celebrities with personal trainers and money to burn)? But then I take a moment, stop, and say to myself what everyone else has said to…
    in its coming off so slow... :( Comment by samuelsson August 2013
  • E-cigarettes. Honestly. If you're working at a job where taking a cigarette break is one of the few times you DO get a break, buy an e-cigarette. Then take a break and go outside (but don't go to your usual smoking place -- that's a pretty strong environmental cue! go someplace new!) and "smoke" your e-cigarette for 10…
    in Time to QUIT SMOKING, any tips? Comment by samuelsson August 2013
  • Thanks for sharing your story. A long, hard road, indeed -- and you have a lot of courage to confront your challenges and declare that it's time for YOU to take control of your life. Awesome. =) A lot of us have our own personal demons (that have driven us to the ice cream section more than once) and are here to support…
    in Hi! After a long Road, I'm taking Control! :D Comment by samuelsson August 2013
  • Can't wait for MFP to release its recipe database -- I've added so many low-carb recipes so far! I'm happy to share from my personal stockpile of recipes, too, if you ask. (Yes, I'm a bit obsessive-compulsive...I have spreadsheets!) =) Try shredded rutabaga in place of hash browns or shredded potatoes. If you stick to a…
    in Low carb recipes Comment by samuelsson August 2013
  • I'm with you 100% of the way! I'm 5'5" but have always been big-boned, literally. My wrists and ankles are far larger than anyone else's I know! I didn't want to be overweight when I was 23 and now I've just turned 30 and it's finally time to make some changes. Like you, I have a hard time talking to skinny friends or…
    in 23 and tired of being fat Comment by samuelsson August 2013
  • I'm 5'5" and got my first, "I was just wondering, have you lost weight?" from my office-mate after 11.5 lbs. Yes. I remember precisely how much I had lost. My face is apparently noticeably thinner, although the rest of my body hasn't caught up to that progress yet. ; )
    in How much weight did you lose before people noticed? Comment by samuelsson August 2013
  • Heylo Amanda! It's fantastic to connect with others looking to lose a substantial amount of weight. =) Congratulations on your progress so far and your MOTIVATION (by far the trickiest part, in my opinion...). I have lost 15 pounds so far (in 4 weeks) but inexplicably gained 2 back a few days ago. Sadface. Okay, you asked…
    in Anyone else here need to lose 100+ pounds? Comment by samuelsson August 2013
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