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Bake in the oven and top it with some red cabbage and apples.

Eating more obviously. But also, just being comfortable in my own skin.

I continued to lose after hitting goal and am now at the point where I could stand to gain a few pounds back. Part of my problem is not wanting to decrease my calories again after bumping them up to gain. I like the prospect of being able to eat more at any given time, which is probably leading to under eating. But I'm…

Bologna dipped in applesauce.

Slow Cooker Fruited Chicken and Barley Ingredients: 1 1/4 cups pearl barley, uncooked 6 cups water 2 pounds skinned chicken thighs 1 large onion, coarsely chopped 8 ounces of dried mixed fruit (or any dried fruit of your choice) 1 tablespoon Caribbean Spice Rub 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon pepper Directions: Combine all…

It is definitely a struggle and I feel your pain. It's truly a situation that calls for mental fortitude and a mind-over-matter type of attitude. You have to train your mind to know the difference between the steroid hunger and the actual, genuine my-body-needs-nutrients hunger. Then you have to summon the willpower to…

Donuts. Especially ones that involve chocolate frosting.

I've wondered the same thing. Certainly not EVERYONE finds MFP's maintenance level to be too low. But those for whom it is too high don't seem to speak up about it much. I've been in maintenance for a few months now and haven't figured it out yet, what with the holidays and various other factors. I also recently got a…

http://www.skinnytaste.com/2010/10/roasted-acorn-squash-with-brown-sugar.html This is pretty much my current favorite thing in the whole wide world.

Fudge Rounds.

Thanks all! It's pretty fascinating to read all the different responses. Keep them coming! :)

The basis of my everyday lunch consists of spinach, cucumber, grape tomatoes, avocado and red wine vinegar. Then I add a protein - usually fish or beans. Sometimes I switch things up by adding sauerkraut or artichoke.

I have a serious sweet tooth and have found fruits to be a great substitute for the empty calories of junk food. And I've also recently discovered how great plums are! Good for you, OP!

Banana in my oatmeal for breakfast Tomatoes and avocado on my salad at lunch Grapes for snacks

I usually just throw together a combination of equal parts BBQ sauce, worcestershire, red wine or apple cider vinegar, chicken bouillon and minced garlic.

I'm curious about this too. I have 15 - 25 lbs to go, but still feel like I have a lot of jiggle left to lose and toning to do.

It's there. Search for "Mowing lawn, general" and it'll calculate calories based on time, although it might be a bit on the high side.

1 cup Swanson Unsalted Beef Cooking Stock 1 tablespoon corn starch 1 teaspoon Wyler's Sodium Free Instant Chicken Bouillon Combine in a saucepan and heat on medium, stirring constantly until thickened. 60 total calories

Interesting. I think this is exactly why I prefer the treadmill. It won't let me slack off. I do a different pre-programmed workout each day, sometimes substituting my own HIIT....and I refuse to NOT finish. I don't feel like I burn nearly as many calories on my recumbent, but I should probably let go of my treadmill…

Great thread. I want to be healthy and set a good example for my son, first and foremost. I also want to be jiggle-free. I want to lose my cankles. I want to do jumping jacks and plop down in a chair wearing a skirt without my thighs smacking together. I want to be able to wear any clothes and be comfortable. I want to be…

My go-to chocolate treats (source: former extreme chocoholic)... Hershey's Kiss (22 cal) Andes Creme de Menthe (25 cal) Jello Chocolate Indulgence Mousse Temptations (60 cal) Fiber One Brownie (90 cal and so delicious warmed in the microwave) Special K Chocolate Delight Protein Snack Bar (110 cal)

Avocado is a nearly perfect food and so versatile. I could put it on pretty much anything, but right now I'm obsessed with using it to top my baked potatoes! And if you use them regularly, this is a great investment: http://www.amazon.com/Harold-Import-Company-Avo-Saver/dp/B001IWONL6.

This is a story that many could stand to hear. I know I needed it today, as I've been struggling with some health issues as well, though not as serious. Excellent timing. Puts things in perspective. Congrats on your strength and success. Continued good health. You are awesome, and for that, I thank you.

I am in awe of you and your progress. My jaw dropped at seeing your ticker. And that dress is BEAUTIFUL!

Looking for low calories recipes for chili and spinach & artichoke dip!

No time to read through all 9 pages so apologies if this was mentioned, but I've found that Special K Brown Sugar Cinnamon Pastry Crisps are a great substitute for Brown Sugar Cinnamon Pop Tarts! They taste very similar - that is to say...DELICIOUS!

Hello :) Glad to have found this group! I've only been on prednisone for just over a week. I'm taking 40mg per day to treat dermatomyositis. I started MFP about 4 days before starting the meds and have lost 9 pounds so far. I know that is mostly the water weight you lose at the beginning of a diet, but I consider it a…