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My man bought one for me 5 weeks ago. I was already losing constantly, but I must say that the fitbit really motivated me, because I love to see how I can increase my activity level every week. My average burn increased constantly these weeks, because now I find every excuse to do some more steps :) Yes, I wouldn't have…

I'm 36 year old, 5ft 2", 132 lb (if I'm correct). I have a desk job. Anyway, I have a fitbit, and walking, moving around whenever is possible, and playing with my daughter, I reach easily 2000 cals. (and I think that's correct because, with 500 cals of deficit, I'm losing) So, maybe you need more calories. Wait for a…

Myself to a friend trying to convince me to start MFP "No, I see how you are eating, I could't do that, I love food too much!" (ashamed now, and thanked many times my friend :) )

You decide. 12 pounds are not "nothing". You couldn't have washed that accomplishment in three days. That little success story of yours. And even if you did? You may start again. For yourself. To write a success story by yourself. To FEEL like a success. You didn't do anything that the majority of the people here, yes,…

thanks :) Still a bit of time for me before maintenance though.. :)

yes... some snaks and sweets are surprisingly "low" cals... meaning that I would have guessed much more... But for the tripe... you should try the pne we do here in Italy :)

Tripe! :) low cals (85 per 100 grams), no carbs (I don't care, anyway it has zero carbs), a lot of proteins and a few fat (kind of 23%fat and 77% proteins) Lots of minerals, a bit of cholesterol though (122 milligrams)

Well... first of all CONGRATULATION :) And then, I imagine it will take time and trials to find the "right" maintenance... no problems there... anyway, just the thought to be allowed to eat more... it's kind of tasty by itself :) PS what's FF? Sometimes I can guess the meanings, sometimes... no :)

50-30-20 are the macro that MFP automatically set for you. Maybe the OP is making a bit of confusion... she's trying to follow both the diet her doctor gave to her AND the macros MFP suggested... a bit difficult to do :)

Start with something really simple: fish fillet, on the hot pan with just a drop of oil (may be about 3-5 grams), a few minutes each side. Another easy recipe is what we call "acqua pazza" (mad water :), for whole fish, not fillets A bit of celery, carrot, onion in a pan with a bit of water (when the fish is in the pan,…

Yup, I love calories from exercise too :) Anyway in maintenance there will be ANOTHER 500 cals, if we continue to exercise :)

Thanks for the suggestion! (mmmm... very cold milk and a lot of nesquik... better than anything! <3) Yes, I read that near to the goal you should go for 0.5 pound a week... but... maybe this is not the best topic to ask, anyway... why?

You'll see.... and yes, it's wonderful exactly how you may imagine :)

This. Anyway, you may also change meat with fish sometimes.

Yes, I thnk too that is perfect! I didn't, but I will from now on! Thanks Chris!

You want that a portion is 100g. The total weight of your recipe is TOT. How many portions ( X ) do you need for one to be 100g? So you want that TOT / X = 100g So, X = TOT / 100g In that case, 500 g / 100 g = 5 portions, each of them being exactly 100 grams.

Mmmm... You know what, I like buffalo mozzarella, but with tomato I think that the regular cow mozzarella is better, since it's taste is milder. Also, buffalo mozzarella tend to produce a lot of fluid, that would dilute a bit too much the mix of tomato juice. Anyway, one of our "patriotic" dish is the "caprese salad", that…

It may very well be... I'm sorry for you :) Summer is the loveliest season for tomatoes... I sometimes buy several type of tomatoes (sorry I don't find the translation for all of them but I usually find at least 5 different kind) and mix them, with just a bit of basil, extra virgin olive oil (obviously) and salt. Their…

Ops, you may be right! (still thinking that a bit less sugar better the taste of the Bolognese sauce, but like a good italian, I'm stubborn like a mule for recipes :D )

Yes, you are right, but tomato sauce in the US already have sugar in it, so there is no need to add more sugar (not a tablespoon and a half anyway) for the sauce. Just a suggestion. I know that you are used to sweetest taste than italians.

This. Anyway, may I suggest not to put sugar in the bolognese sauce? Not because sugars are bad, no, it's just that as an Italian, and a daughter of a Bolognese, I really think that the taste of it improves without unnecessary sugar :) Just an opinion, obviously :)

Your diary is not open so it's difficult to judge anything. The usual questions: do you weight your food? Do you log absolutely anything accurately? Do you eat all of your burned calories back? MFP is a bit generous on those burns.

It's a very debated term. It has not a defined definition :) everyone means something different. For one, it's "a lot of vegs and fruits and no junk food", for others means "no grains" for others it may mean "no sugar".

If you feel the desire to change your food habits, go for it! But may I suggest to do it by steps, finding every time what is best for you... you shouldn't feel starved, you won't sustain a "diet" like that! Include some of your favorite food, in moderation, add vegs, fruits. Experiment, don't demonize the poor grains,…

So many... To be again at my lighter weight, as I was before marriage... and put again those dresses... and recognize in the mirror the same woman I see in the old photos... To be stronger enough to run as long as I like with my daughter... (well, as long as SHE likes :) ) Not to be afraid to sit comfortable, while now I…

Yes, I suggest you strongly to earn the calories for drinking from exercise, and to give your body enough nutrients. Anyway, yes, you are allowed to drink as much as you like, but, maybe just be wise... there are no laws either that say that you MUST drink 500 cals of alcohol every day :) On the long run, it's not good for…

I've fallen asleep watching Jack the Ripper... But I feel quite sleepy every time I have to go to a seminar... the dark, the voice going on and on... it doesn't matter if I am interested in the topic... I have to pinch myself badly to stay with my eyes open... sigh! :)

How could I avoid to reply, to say that pasta is NOT bad? :) I'm italian, we invented pasta :) Eat it in moderation, 80g, and you will be fine :) I know that here the majority go for high proteins, I cannot say anything against that, and I don't want, too, I think it's fine, but, for example, the food style known as…

She is not using MFP; I love her and I'm concerned for her, since she doesn't want to lose weight, on the contrary she would like to gain some back. I rely on MFP because I know it. She don't, and won't. I wondered if someone here, given the enormous amount of different experiences, could give any advice. Yes, like... eat…

Hi, I have a daughter of 5/6, when I talk with her about food the terms I use are : the "energy" different foods give to your body, and how good are the various food for your body -vegs and fruit for the vitamins and fiber and so on...