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Be sure to read the labels on the protein bars. A lot of them are filled with sugar. Although I did lose a lot of weight 6 years ago with the help of protein bars. One of my FB friends is on a totally-no-sugar diet for 3 months. Something about Candida infections, and the sugar creates a healthy environment for Candida to…

LOL! Love this answer. You go girl!!

It sounds like you aren't eating enough, but who's to say for sure. I've been eating at an 800-1000 calorie deficit (average, per day) since February. I should have lost 2 pounds a week, but instead i've lost about 15 in 9 months. About a week ago, I decided to quit using Splenda and just use sugar. I'm also restricting my…

I've heard about that policy, and it's so ridiculous. People that are working out and minding their own business aren't intimidating. It's the ones hogging 3 machines at a time and being douchy when you say something about it. Or the people that are on their phone - not near the equipment - but when you go to use something…

$16 a month or $120ish for a year. No contracts or automatic renewals. I use the gym at my local Parks & Rec center.

**BEST THREAD EVER** I can't imagine being skinny bcuz of weed. I had to stop many, many, many years ago because of the uncontrollable munchies. I'd love to start back up, for the cancer-prevention and anti-anxiety benefits, but there's no room for munchies in my meal plan. Thanks to all of you that made me giggle tonight.…

I take 2000mg of a bee pollen supplement (bee propolis). It has helped with immunity. I don't think I've had any sort of cold since I started taking it. That's the only benefit I've noticed. Zi Xiu Tang has a whole bunch of ingredients, totalling 500mg per daily dose. The amount of bee pollen would be pretty small. It also…

WOW, thank you for sharing!!! I do less lifting on days that include cardio. I'd rather be lifting!

If this was true, I would weigh far less than I weigh now. There's more to it than calories in/out, at least for some people.

I had the fitbit for about 2 years. The numbers were cool, but it really didn't assist with my weight loss. "Upgraded" to Bodymedia armband earlier this year. I thought it would be specific to me; more accurate with my ACTUAL activity. If it is accurate, I should be losing 2 pounds a week. I'm averaging about half a pound…

I find it hard to believe that all the complainers on these 5 pages of replies actually watched the 60-minute video. So it is rude to disprove information when you don't even know what the information is. OP: Thanks for taking the time to share this. Some of us realize you had other things you could be doing, but in an…

^^^ This, all of it. Go to the gym more often. I was on anti-depressants for 16 years. I was able to get off of them (and I'm better than ever) since I started at the gym AT LEAST every other day. Cardio gives me more endorphins than weight lifting. You might need more cardio. And stop looking for a girl. Focus completely…

I get the feeling I'm not a "regular" as everybody else.... I weigh every morning, in my night clothes, after I pee. If I poop shortly thereafter, I know that I've lost .6 of a pound.

Well said.

I'm having a lot of knee problems too, but I have no answers for you. There's probably a lot of people like us that are just resting but haven't sought any medical advice. ::hugs::

Carbs and meat are like opposites. If you look at your diary, you can see what is high-carb and what is high-protein. I've been told to limit the bananas, but apples can be eaten all day long.

Big Train's Fit Frappe is super yummy. I've only found it online - and it's probably in some of the little coffee shops up in Washington state. It mixes well in hot water, or can be cold or iced. Mocha is delicious - it reminds me of chocolate pudding. The vanilla flavor tastes like homemade vanilla milkshakes from 20…

It can take a year. Hopefully less for you, since you only had one shot. But if it does take a year, it's nothing to worry about. I was on depo off/on for many many years. At some point after I got off it, I was told, "No matter what you do, it is impossible to lose weight while on depo." I do believe everybody is…

I just plugged my armband into the computer a few minutes ago. It doesn't reflect anything here, but sometimes it takes a little while. I had a problem getting into MFP earlier. They're probably having temporary technical difficulties.

More male friends, looking to score. More female enemies, cleverly disguised as your friend so they can steal your significant other. Same amount of real friends.

Hahaha Busted!! I wouldn't be surprised if it's a big, hairy guy, wanting to talk dirty over the internet.

Also - THIS IS JUST MY OPINION, I COULD BE WRONG - I don't think you need to watch cholesterol. As long as you're eating healthy or whole foods or a lot of produce, you should be okay. I eat 3 eggs almost every day (6 days a week, at least). That's probably a lot of cholesterol, but my personal cholesterol has dropped 35…

I agree. I like the mention of 150g of protein. Trying to do 1g per lb is too much for me. I feel great when I hit 150. I, too, have done hours and hours of research. I'm learning that everything is a starting suggestion and then you need to personalize it from there, depending on how your body feels.

This sounds AMAZING!!!

Caffeine causes NASTY headaches. If you're taking any workout/energy supplements, see if they contain caffeine. I have the same symptoms if I drink more than one cup of coffee.

You should love him the way he is or you'll be losing 196 pounds.

I use Argan Oil. It's great for hair, skin, and nails. It makes my skin (and hair) REALLY soft. It also helps heal wounds and reduce scars. The only one I've used is from Nume (online). They almost always have a sale that brings it to around $10. A little goes a long way, so it's well worth the price. Don't pay full price…

I agree with popcorn. I like kettle corn since I'm usually craving something sweet.

I added a pinch of epsom salt to my water bottle because I needed the magnesium. I had the equivalent of a pre-surgery cleansing about 10 hours later. :grumble:

It seems there's a general attitude that big people don't want to lose weight. My bmi is around 40 and it took forever to find workout clothes, sports bras, etc... Even the Bodymedia armband (the ones they use on Biggest Loser) ships with a "medium" armstrap, which was too small for me. Don't take it personal. I just tell…