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How about flavored seltzer water? Just an alternate suggestion.

Don't go crazy on the junk food and alcohol, eat and drink in moderation and you'll be fine. Remember, you're going to do LOTS of walking in Disney which will make up for reasonable indulgences. Now, go have fun! P.S. Hug Pooh for me... I love Pooh!

First, you build a time machine. Then you go back in time and get different parents. Poof! You're taller.

Today I grabbed a Fage peach yogurt and 1 ounce of Naked Bear Vanilla Almond Crunch granola on top. 240 calories, creamy, crunchy and filling. Prep time -- around 10 seconds to measure out the granola.

MFP says that you can go ahead and eat the exercise earned calories. I don't fully trust the amount that my device (Apple Watch) says that I've burned, so I allow 50% of the "earned" calories. So, if my watch says that I burned 400 calories on the stationary bike, I'll only use 200 extra calories.

There are so many devices and websites that offer caloric intake advice/guidelines. My recommendation is to pick one and follow it. If MFP recommended 1600, I'd go with it and just ignore what the Fitbit recommends. Just log faithfully on MFP and use the step tracking and caloric expenditure info from Fitbit. Remember to…

Are you weighing your food, or using measuring cups? Weigh everything!

Have you looked into water aerobics, or some other water based class? My mom had knee replacement, and swears by her water aerobics class.

The people that are posting that they did 45 mins of HIIT were not able to do that amount at the beginning. They probably started with 5-10 minutes and then worked their way up. You're building muscle and endurance... it doesn't happen overnight. You start with 5-10 minutes 2-3 times a week. Next week, try to add 5 minutes…

You have some great goals. However, may I recommend an additional long term goal? Log all your food using a digital scale to measure quantities.

Welcome to MFP! You've got the right mindset to succeed. Just remember two things... go slow and steady, developing new, good habits; and every old injury can be worked around. For example, I have 30 yr old lower back injury, I can't lift weights over my head or do squats (weight on shoulders) without detrimental spine…

Phew! I'm not the only one having problems syncing data. It just WON'T transfer over, and I find myself manually entering everything. Such a pain in the neck, and defeats the purpose of the apps. Any tech advice would be appreciated.

Why are you buying food for the household? It's a roommate environment, not a family unit.

I've been drinking a gallon of water (or more) every day since I was 15 or 16. I'm now in my 50s any my skin is still wrinkle-free, supple, and with good elasticity. I wash my face with plain old soap and water... no pricey creams, lotions or salves. I credit the water consumption -- moisturize from the inside.

OMG!!! You are STUNNING!!

I have a yummy yogurt parfait for breakfast every day. 70 grams of fresh or frozen blueberries; a 5.3 oz container of Trader Joe's vanilla Greek yogurt; topped with 1 oz of granola. All kinds of great textures, decent amount of protein and 271 calories. It keeps me full until lunchtime.

I'm agreeing with everyone else. Putting a goal of 100 lb by July is unrealistic and probably unhealthy. I was in the high 300's, and am gradually working my way down (31 lbs since Dec 1, 2016). Aim for 2 lbs per week. It's realistic, doable and maintainable.

Regardless, we ARE with you. You're not alone.

Are you weighing your food, eyeballing portion sizes, or using measuring cups? Everyone here (including me) strongly advocates using a food scale to log exact portion sizes. If you are logging food correctly, there may be a metabolic issue, meaning it's time to visit the doctor and have a chat.

That's too pricey for me. I'd shop around for a more affordable version that has the same amenities. In fact, I just joined a gym for $360 per year.

I do the same when I make a turkey breast for the week. I weigh mine after cooking. I'm not eating it raw.

I used to travel a LOT for work (50% of the year) and found that there's almost always something reasonable on the menu. I would often ask for my veggies to be steamed, not sauteed or seasoned, and would order an extra veggie side. This was my average menu while traveling: Breakfast -- Omelet - no potatoes or toast - ask…

Just like you tell the kids.... baby steps.

Mine is open, and no one has ever commented on my entries. I like to look at other people's diaries to generate meal ideas.

"Sticky foods will make you fat, cause they stick to your insides." said by my adult niece. When I questioned the logic, she told me that her mother told her this and therefore it was correct. I replied, "Your mother is an idiot!"

Oranges! Lunch is not complete without an orange.

I like leggings under my shorts in the winter. I feel like I'm covered, and don't have to worry opacity or how low they are in the back. My shorts are cotton jersey material.