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Ok, I've lost about 25 pounds- I'm 5'9, I've gone from about 220 (I didn't have access to a scale when I started) to 194. I am 26 and I don't remember EVER in my life being under 200 pounds (scary, I know). I've had a lot of injures recently, which has slowed my progress, but I'm just starting to be able to see it, so I'd…

Why did you post anything in this thread? Why did you waste your time by reading responses. Don't bother responding to this guy, he's not worth it.

Nice people! I live abroad now, and whenever I'm back in Toronto I totally take the opportunity to talk to people whenever I get the chance! I miss striking up a conversation SO much! Canada might not be my home right now, but it's my homeland, and I love it!

I'm 5'9, currently weigh 197 (I started at around 220). My goal is to first get to a healthy BMI (170) and then re-evaluate once I get there! I've never been under 200 before (since I was at least 14), so I'm keeping my goals realistic for now.

Yes, this is important to know so that other people who live where you do can offer advice. Check out the frozen veggie section- often the house brands at supermarkets are excellent value, and if you steam the frozen veg, they can have more nutrients still in them than fresh as they are flash-frozen once picked on the…

It really depends on what's in season- check out what's in season in your area, and it should be the best value at the farmer's market. beThe best bet for eating fresh veggies and fruits on a budget is to buy frozen- they are often flash frozen straight after picking, so have even more nurtients than what you can get at…

I'm surprised that most people here are saying to weigh it uncooked. I'm not a meat eater, so I'm no expert, but I do eat fish. I know that when I defrost shrimp, they weight significantly less than when they are frozen- and on the package the nutrition is given when they are de-thawed. Obviously, they loose water weight…

Swimming! This is the only thing I could do for months (besides yoga) after spraining mine! I sprained my ankle 3 times in 1 year (required a cast for 2 of those times), I sprained it last in November 2011 after I had been running for only 2 months and was beginning to love it. I feel your pain!

Somehow you managed to pretend to have read my response, while also deleting the "meat" of it. I also said this: As for veggies, in order to have a healthy, balanced diet, veggies must be a part of them! If you want to assist him in getting over his aversion, one idea is to start by using veggies picky kids love. I was a…

the longest I've done is about 18 hours in advance- I think it may get a bit too "gummy" if you leave them for too long. It's important to remember to leave the oatmeal UNCOVERED in the fridge- and to always add a dash of salt. My overnight oatmeal has been even better with these additions.

Oh man! Sounds AMAZING! And like it will fill me up till dinner! haha

Oh, I'm watching! I'm a Canadian living in Switzerland with my English/Swiss husband- I've learned as much about football as one can in the 3 years we've been together! It's very exciting. No predictions- but I'm hoping for England! Will they EVER score in this game?

I never thought about this till now, but YES, it definitely is. I now have a much clearer idea of what my "goal" is- though the picture isn't perfectly clear yet (it gets clearer the closer I get to it). Before, I just wanted a magic "healthy" BMI. After being on MFP, fitness and health is so much more about a BMI. Now,…

ooo awesome! Thanks for the ideas! I hate using those sauces out of the bottle.

Hrm... if he's that picky, he should cook for himself. As for veggies, in order to have a healthy, balanced diet, veggies must be a part of them! If you want to assist him in getting over his aversion, one idea is to start by using veggies picky kids love. I was a live-in nanny for picky eaters, and they loved: corn (on or…

No no, do not ruin those eggs by hard boiling them! You need to use eggs that are at least a week old to hard boil. Use those gorgeous fresh eggs to soft-boil and eat over steamed asparagus or spinach. You soft-boil eggs by bringing water just to a low boil with a tablespoon of vinegar, turn the heat off, quicky add in the…

Quinoa is so awesome- use it anywhere you would normally use rice :) You can also make a really fantastic cold quinoa salad (amounts are up to you): Cooked quinoa (chilled) feta cheese blueberries (or whatever berried you have on hand) cucumber squeezed lime juice mix it all up and enjoy!

Overnight oatmeal is the new breakfast of champions. I do mine with a 1/2 chopped banana, 1 cup light soy milk, 1/3 cup water, 1/2t tsp stevia and a tsp of instant coffee- it's AMAZING!

Third generation Canadian- but 100% Sicilian background.

Don't stress, sometimes those fans aren't strong enough. Your housemates were just too lazy (or busy) to come down and tell you face to face. Smells get people in different ways- my husband wants to hurl every time I use sweet chili sauce on anything, and I'm the same whenever he cooks anything with beef. If there is a…

You could replace the "American Look" with any other region/nationality. Fashion is soooo regional and you can't go out and buy a whole new wardrobe wherever you go. Just don't wear a giant American flag, and try not to be too loud when you're in public (not a value judgement- Americans are just used to speaking in a…

my favourite is a spinach salad with a little bit of whole-wheat penne (can replace this with 1/2 a can of beans) and cottage cheese. Add a bit of lemon, vinegar and garlic salt- YUM! Another favourite of mine is Chick Pea salad with crackers. I agree- I hate sandwiches and I don't like to have hot lunches! Best.

It's not tacky! If anyone knows your situation, they will understand. It's tacky when you do it like Seal/Heidi Klum did :P My husband and I had a quickie wedding last autumn, because we couldn't be together if we weren't married, and couldn't imagine doing long-distance anymore. We're having a first year anniversary party…

Yup!

I track everything- including spices, lemon juice, vitamins (when I remember to take them), salt, pepper, etc. The only thing I don't track is sugar-free gum and water (too lazy)

7:00- "grumble grumble". Run downstairs, put the coffee machine on (pre-measured the night before), take oatmeal out, put it in the microwave (pre-measured the night before). Go to the bathroom to brush teeth/wash face/etc. 7:10- put clothes on (laid out the night before), eat breakfast, drink coffee 7:20- do hair,…

I'm in, I've been recovering from an injury, and am totally ready for this :)

I am so not a "vegas" person, but my husband is interested in going, and I come from a big family full of "vegas lovers". They all tell me you can go see shows, walk around a lot, visit the sites, and sit by the pool- apparently this is enough to warrant all the other stuff for us "non-vegas types".

I have never suffered from depression, but this seems like excellent advice!

What a story! All the best in your new lifestyle. Feel free to add me :) And yes, the app really helps!