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This is not true....sleep and hydration status are critical components to hormones and metabolism....which play a major role in calorie burn.

This is the case for me, too. Carbs - and sugars in particular - are a real hindrance to my weight loss efforts. I am not Atkins by any stretch, but I seek out high protein, high fiber, low sugar offerings. Good luck...it sucks to be working so hard and not see the results. Someone else will probably post this as well -…

Two simple lunches: 1. Grill (or bake) your own boneless, skinless chicken breasts. Keep them in the fridge for easy morning prep. Slice them on the bias - thin. Roll the slices in a few lettuce leaves with a little low-fat cheese or mustard. Tasty and easy. 2. Boil shrimp. Keep them in the fridge for easy morning prep.…

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^this!

thank you!

^^^^Interesting angle to this debate. Thanks for sharing.

Great Story!!! Congrats and welcome!

You look amazing!!! Sooo inspiring!!

I try to eat 5-6 meals a day - 150 to 300 calories. I try to avoid big meals as I am still hungry 2-3 hours later, regardless of the size.

True! I suggested tea, too!

I make a big pot of tea using high-quality tea* that tastes good without sugar or artifical sweetener and drink it at night. My pot holds over a liter. It works - quells the desire to eat and gets me hydrated. * I like anything by Kusmi, Dammann Frere, or Rishi

You're into raw veggie territory at <30 calories. Cukes, pepper strips, celery, radishes. All yummy.

OMG....enough said.

Goal is 148, just to get into the "normal" BMI range. When I get there, I'll re-evaluate.

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Sprite Zero and vodka.

I'm right outside of Boston. Hard to tell the snow total with the drifts, but it looks solidly above the 2-foot mark and still coming down. It's been really hard to stay focused on my diet...er...LIFESTYLE change ( ;-} ) when cooped up with kids. Hopefully I'll get some exercise today from all the shoveling. Have fun! Be…

Drink a big pot every afternoon...quells the munches and helps me get my fluid allotment in for the day. I hear it boosts metabolism, but that might only be at very high doses. Not sure. I love the Rishi Organic brand. They make a nice varietal with mint. Enjoy!

You look GORGEROUS!!! OMG! What an inspiration! Thank you for sharing!

Thank you for the quick response! Good to know!

Probably a silly question, but are the carb totals suggested above _excluding_ fiber (so, net carbs) or _including_ fiber? Thank you - this is interesting stuff.

I was in the same boat. I find it easier to break it into little pieces. 3 ten minute walks, 6 five minute walks. It all adds up! Start with baby steps, literally!

1/4 cup light chocolate ice cream (e.g. Edy's Slow Churned) 2 tsps all natural peanut butter (e.g. Teddy's) Little drizzle of chocolate syrup Eat slow and savor! The protein and fat in the peanut butter increase satiety and mitigate the blood sugar spike...somewhat! Lot of good posts here!

5 to 6 miles!!! Awesome!!!!

You look amazing! Soooo inspiring! Thank you for sharing and congratulations!

Soup is great for dieters - a low-cal but filling hot, comfort meal! If you want lower salt, can you just make your own soups? I have found this to be a great way to customize meals to my nutritional goals and lower my sodium. Soups are easy to make, especially now with all of the precut fresh and frozen veggies out there…

I didn't have luck with Juicing. My body missed the protein and fiber that make me feel full. The sugar in the juice triggered uneven blood sugars throughout the day and I felt hungry all the time. Works for some, but it wasn't for me. Good luck.

Interesting. Thanks so much!

Somewhat new here... what is a cyclical carb refeed? Thanks!