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I gained 10 lbs last week in one day, I swear. I hope I get a prize. Seriously, though, I have a hard-to-avoid food allergy that leads to pounding headaches, swelling (not deadly as of yet), and water retention. I know everyone is jumping on the OP, but this gives me some ideas on how to drop water weight, especially when…

I've always been obese, even as a young child. And since both my parents had Type II diabetes, along with my grandmother and grandfather on both sides of the family, I knew I was in for it. However, with a moderate diet and exercise, I was able to keep my blood sugar numbers in check...until the end of 2016. My fasting…

Starvation mode is clearly a trigger word. I do *not* mean starvation mode as in "If you eat too little, you'll just get fatter." No, that's not true. I mean that when a person with a small amount to lose (not like the 400 lb guy in the study) cuts their calories too much, they lose at a rate of 80% lean body mass to 20%…

Starvation mode is actually a real thing, but most people don't understand how it works. Those with 20 - 40 lbs to lose should not eat 1200 calories a day. It is likely the OP is carrying water weight due to an increase in activity and is actually losing body mass (mostly lean body mass, because the body is chasing those…

I've been told artificial sweeteners are gonna kill me for years now. I've never experienced any adverse effects, however, no bloating, weight gain, or cravings for sweets. I prefer good old fashioned Sweet n Low. I use it in moderation, though, just in case. I can't handle full sugar soda. It's way too rich. So I have 1…

I know how discouraging this can be! I'd bet my last penny it's a mix of bloating and water retention due to the increase in activity. And, yes, it can hang around for a couple weeks. Try adding lemon to your water over the next few days and see if that helps. It may not work, but it usually helps me drop water weight.…

It's water weight. No amount of mis-measuring is going to lead to a 2 lb weight gain, unless you got your tablespoons and cups mixed up. :) The day after I do my run, which is intense for me (since I'm out of shape), is always a day I hold water. I can tell, too, because my eyes are baggy in the mornings. But it's worth it…

I know I'm just repeating what other people have said, but seeing a doctor may be a good idea. Anorexia isn't just a psychological condition. It can also be a physical condition, where no matter how much you *want* to eat more, your body is repelled by the extra food. It's often a sign of an underlying illness or the side…

I will eat something light before bed, but nothing heavy. I have one night a week that--due to my work schedule--I have to eat late at night. I usually have nausea, bloating, and end up sick to my stomach as a result. It also messes with my blood sugar levels. So it depends on the person. While eating late at night may not…

I do a "carb load" day once every two weeks. It's not technically a *day* but a meal. I used to avoid cheat days like the plague, but when I discovered how long a plateau can last, I decided I'd institute a "cheat day" and try to eat 1000 calories above my daily calorie goal twice a month. I've found that it helps keep me…

The likely culprit of your weight gain is bloating and water weight. You certainly didn't consume 28,000 calories in alcohol, despite alcohol being high in calories. I always have a weight gain after drinking alcohol. The yeast in it can cause bloating in some people. Relax. Your deficit is enough that a slip in…

I'm not that tall, only 5'3", but my feet are size 9. My wrists are 7 inches. And my ring finger size is just ridiculous. (I do NOT look good in most jewelry.) I hate having a frame as large as what I have. But I'm not insipid enough to use it as an excuse for being obese. It does mean I would probably have to be almost…

I could be wrong, but I swear they discovered a few years ago that growing children should not be given skim milk, that the fat in whole and 2% was important for brain development. I think the biggest issue is that recess hardly exists in a lot of schools. And playing MAY result in scrapes and bruises, and that's a big…

I don't like weight loss competitions. It encourages people to go overboard and do unhealthy things for awhile, then go back to their old eating habits. People will abuse diuretics and laxatives in order to win the $1000. There has to be a better way.

I really doubt the very slim OP who's gained weight but her size has stayed the same is eating at a surplus. Even if she's under-guessing her calories, I doubt it's enough to land her in the obesity charts anytime soon. She has likely been thin most of her life, so her body will adjust according to the calories she's…

I think the problem is that you feel guilty for eating, and that leads to more guilt and more eating to try and comfort yourself. I'm starting to believe more and more that our attitudes towards ourselves and our bodies is what has led to the obesity epidemic. It's okay to fail over and over again. That's part of…

Curvy is better. Back off the strict diet and enjoy life a bit. You look great!

Running in the cold is a great workout! I love the advice to get something like Yaktraks on your shoes. Those are a necessity for icy roads. (Where I come from, the roads have on and off patches of ice--sometimes unseeable under the snow--for months on end.) I also run with s scarf partially over my mouth. My brother cuts…

Great job! Looking awesome!

Miley's performance was a far cry from Elvis. I just wonder when we'll draw the line. Is there a line we can draw here? In five years, will there be a 17-year-old girl completely nude and performing sex acts on stage for attention? Will that be acceptable? I mean, she's having "fun," right? I just wonder how close we are…

Since you are so close to your goal, at that kind of calorie deficit, you are more than likely losing a muscle to fat ratio of 80/20. That means for every pound you lose, 80% of it is muscle mass/bone density, and 20% of it is fat. You'll get there eventually, but you risk all kinds of problems (even death), especially if…

I don't think it's rude to turn them down. And, as someone with a gluten and soy intolerance, I know what a pain it is to go to a restaurant and ask a bunch of annoying questions about food preparation and ingredients. And it's very unpleasant to sit at a table of people eating around you and not eat yourself. Even if…

I noticed wrinkles after losing about 64 lbs (a few years ago). I had never had them before. But it also depends on how quickly you lose, if you keep hydrated, etc. My third shift job probably doesn't help matters either. Now that I've begrudgingly gained back 32 of those 64 lbs lost, some of my wrinkles and eye bags are…

Don't worry about the fat. If you're within your calories, enjoy the salad.

I've been during her mat program as well. I don't log it, but I have my calories set higher to reflect that. I haven't done her cardio workout, because I'd prefer to do bicycling, walking, or jogging. She recommends doing the mat program 4 - 6 days a week, which means I'll do it on back to back days. I'll follow up the mat…

Bananas are okay, but potatoes are better. More potassium, fiber, and protein. All hail the potato!

Sorry to hear. :frown:

QFT

Some months I have no appetite during that week. Some months, I want to eat everything in sight. I usually give myself a little leeway if I'm hungry, but I try not to go overboard.

:flowerforyou: I eat them with the skin on. I like them better that way.