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That does sound yummy. I am going to definitely make this for our 4th of July picnic, but I will try the angel food cake and look for the fat free condensed milk and let you know how it turns out! :)) Thanks for the recipe!

My sons like to tape the handle down on the kitchen sink sprayer. When I turned on the kitchen faucet, the sprayer sprayed me. Boooo. So I saran wrapped my sons doorway. Taped saran wrap across his door frame at face level. I set up our video camera in the morning and taped him waking up, opening his door, and running in…

Yes, potassium, bananas, and supplement pills. My hubby runs marathons and sweats alot. He takes potassium supps and drinks lots of gatorade. You might be dehydrated slightly, so keep track of your water. Wouldn't hurt to up the electrolytes.

http://truvia.com/about/made-from-plants/default.aspx Hope this site answers your questions. :))

I use Truvia all the time. All I've read is that it is naturally occurring in the Stevia leaf plant. I personally don't think it is related to strawvberries, but I agree you should google the info. I have learned alot about artificial sweeteners that way because asparatame/phenylalanine is toxic and makes me physically…

Hi Beth! I know I replied personally, but wanted to add a few more comments. I first chose it because I have osteoarthritis in my knees so I need low impact exercise options. Walking and biking are harder on the knees than the elliptical. There are 2 kinds of ellipticals at the Y. I choose the one that has foot pedals that…

So true about initial weight loss. We get excited the first week at our weight loss, then it slows down, and that's when the frustration kicks in. I always lose about 5 lbs. the first week, then 1-2 lbs. each week following. Steady as she goes!!

YAAAAAAAAAAAAY LISAAAAAAAA!!!!!!! You made it!! Just check in here every day, track your food and exercise, and just keep at it. We are all here for feedback and support. We are all in this together. The biggest thing is that you REALLY have to want to get healthy and make a change in your life. You can do it!!

I like sugar free Jell-o with fat free whipped topping. Or have Jell-o pudding with cool whip. Mmmm. Satisfies my sweet tooth. :))

If you want to lose weight faster, or find that it's difficult to lose, do not eat your exercise calories. I try not to. Save them for a special occasion or when you eat out and it's difficult to count the calories. It's a Weight Watchers philosophy. Eat your 1250, none less, and dip into the exercise cals occasionally.…

I LOVED this question because I was just thinking the same thing this week and weighed myself after. I think it's a question that EVERYBODY has asked themselves. Haha, thanks.

On a side note, just to explain that if you feel sick or sluggish when doinga detox. When your body eliminates toxins (which is the goal) the toxins make you feel sick. That's normal. It's temporary and goes away. Be gentle with the exercise during this time, and drink lots of water to flush the toxins out.

This one is right up my alley! LOL I am the detox queen! I have to because my body has a hard time eliminating toxins, so I see a Naturopathic Dr. to help me. Instead of a professional intensive detox, just go to a drug store or a natural food store and buy a detox kit. I am on day 8 of a 14 day detox.. It contains a fiber…

I personally don't buy them. 1. They can be expensive, unless on sale or using coupons. 2. They don't teach me how to choose healthy, wholesome foods. 3. Anything in a box or bag has preservatives in it. (so I haven't checked the box, but I'm just assuming Lean Cuisine does.) I am making an effort to eat natural, wholesome…

My thoughts exactly! I've been using it for one week and I love tracking everything. I've lost 5 lbs. my first week! I am so mindful now of what I eat, and how much I exercise. I'm not obsessive, I don't think, but have a healthy state of mind about how I treat myself respectfully with diet and exercise. I think this would…

I think you answered your own question. You saw that you had more sodium, and you are day 21 of 28 days of your cycle. I don't know about you, but I always get bloated the week before my period and gain about 4 lbs. That is so normal. It is water weight. That would be my best guess. No worries. Sounds like you are doing…

Hi! And yes! Just for the sake of tracking calories, my omega-3 oil capsule and most fish oils are 10 calories per capsule. I take 2, so 20 calories a day. Look at all nutrition labels to correctly track your calories. Good luck!

Agree: peanut butter, chocolate, and my McDonalds iced coffee's!! Bummer.

Welcome! I only exercise to support my eating habit! LOL

I drank Slim Fast every day for lunch in high school in the 80's. LOL! Seriously, I was hungry all the time. It didn't fill me up like a good low fat protein would, and something higher in fiber. Healthy real food is always the best thing. Teach yourself to enjoy wholesome food, and that's what you will start to crave.…

Yes, completely agree. I am a dental hygienist, and I knew the dangers of drinking pop, but still would like my Diet Mt. Dew. I would always get the munchies after drinking it. When this study came out, I knew why. Also, this is what happened to my body. I began to feel very sick, like flu symptoms, every 6 weeks or so. I…

Hi! We have similar issues, maybe. LOL I'm 44, wife and mother of 2 teens. I have arthritis in my knees and neck, and deal with myofascial pain around my hips. Ugh. The important thing is to keep moving. I just started on here a few days ago and have really enjoyed keeping track and the encouragement from other friends. If…

Hi! For health reasons, I see a Naturopathic doctor. She has prescribed a women's multivitamin (we don't get enough vit. D and calcium without it). I also take a vegan oil capsule, also have taken fish oil caps. I take probiotic capsules to equalize the good/bacteria in the gut. I take other supplements specifically for…