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Since I started MFP on February 27, I've been experimenting with and tweaking my "eats" & my exercise ...and am happy to say that I am ending March 4.5 lbs thinner than I began...YAY!! I've not been hungry and I don't feel deprived so that tells me I am doing it the "right" way for me. It would be nice to lose more than 1…

Hiya and Welcome NurseRedTx....you are soooo right....its not a "diet" ...it's a "lifestyle" ! Good Luck ! You are on your way!!!

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Thanks Everyone...it really helps to have someONE understand what I am going through. I have raised my daughter and husband so healthily..that they are awesome...healthy, fit and trim. I'm sure when others see us together they wonder why "He" married the blimp! Yes I am from Canada and will find out about that med.…

It is totally amazing what doctors and their prescription meds can do to a body. I've been taking Amitriptylene for Migraines for the last 5 weeks and despite working a good program with my eats and exercise, I have been feeling really uncomfortable even though last week I lost 2.5 lbs. Well this week seemed to break the…

Today Brekky was great... A toasted whole wheat english muffin with a tablespoon of Kraft Light Peanut Butter &* 3 small slices of Maple Leaf Cdn. Back Bacon with a cuppa Coffee, Splenda to sweeten & whitened by 2 tbsps. of skim milk....yummmm

I agree...calories burned determined in such a non-specific way is merely a guesstimate. The good news ~ you are exercising and its good for ya! Only time will tell if it's what you need either by inches or lbs. lost.

I guess I'm the only one it didn't work for...It says my ideal weight is 111-124 and at 52 years of age with a wonky thyroid and menopause wars, there is no way in heck I would ever be able to maintain such a low weight even if I could achieve it. I chose 130 as my ideal weight and sometimes I wonder about that! I'm pretty…

Hi GP! Firstly sorry to hear about your car , may it RIP. Now the answers to your questions ~ 1. NO ~ and if you do...it would be so miniscule, it wouldn't be noticeable. 1. YES ~ Weigh yourself ONCE a week at least ~ it's the only way besides taking your measurements and how your clothes feel to keep yourself accountable…

* Exported from MasterCook * Mama Mia Meatloaf Serving Size : 8 Categories : Meat Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method1 1/2 pounds 95% lean ground beef* (see note) 1 medium yellow onion -- finely chopped 1/4 cup chopped green bell pepper 1 1/2 teaspoons minced garlic 2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley -- (or 2…

The answer to this is highly subjective audumn ... ie. there are no set amounts and alot would depend on one's dna, diet, exercise and environment. Some gain none and some can gain up to 5 lbs or more and some gain some months and the same people don't gain in others. Ever notice that your rings and shoes fit differently…

If you are working out to build lean muscle on a regular basis, I can't see the protein being a problem especially since you are eating lean in that regard. Don't see any problem with the fats either (as long as they aren't trans fats). As far as the carbs go, if you aren't feeling lethargic by not eating your carb…

1. I guess that depends on how much lower the carbs and fat are and how much higher the protein is. Traditionally, high protein foods are worth more calories. 2. Again that would depend on how much coffee and whether or not the coffee was decaf or not. If you drink 1 cup of coffee a day, I wouldn't think that would make…

I totally agree with LockCJ...Look in the mirror and ask yourself if you are really happy with what you see? Then, ask yourself how do you feel? THEN PULL OUT THE BIG GUNS...."Summer is around the corner"... try on a pair of shorts or put your bathing suit on and look in the mirror....that's enough motivation for…

Heyyyy Tamim....I know its disappointing to be that close but yet you haven't reached it. I know you have worked so long and so hard for it...but that doesn't mean you won't be there next week or the week after. Who cares??? YOU HAVE MADE IT....IT'S YOURS!!!! Be Proud...you deserve to be! JUST Keep your faith and Keep up…

Have you ever thought about some Weight Training?

Juice Fast for weight loss? Why torture yourself for something that is no good for you because it really gives you none of the essential vitamins and proteins etc. to be healthy? Diets are for people who want to be fat. The moment you are off "the diet" you will regain thus begins a good cycle of yo-yo dieting for the rest…

I'm addicted to a slice of lemon in my water. Herbal teas are a great replacement for water and you can usually drink them hot or iced. I avoid anything with Aspartame. Why? Read the following article and make your own decision. A MUST READ re: ASPARTAME ~ A SWEET POISON In October of 2001, my sister started getting very…

The Scale as well as tags on clothing are only numbers Nikii. If you can visibly see a difference and it's an improvement, do you really care what the scale says? Keep in mind....NOTHING tastes as good as Skinny FEELS!

I agree with rheston. The only time I did a detox, it was under the supervision of a Naturopath and it worked wonders but to do it alone, unsupervised...no way.

An Apple is a great option, so is water, and may I suggest if you look at this as a lifestyle change vs. a "Diet", things might go alot easier for you!

I think logging into the site keeps one motivated.

Hello Danaan! Many sympathies for your losses but am very glad to see you here with a positive view to getting yourself healthy & fit and recognizing that, indeed, it is a lifestyle...not just a diet!! Good Luck on your journey! You did it once before...and you can do it again!!!

DEFINITELY EAT BREAKFAST! If what you are eating now isn't keeping you satiated for long then try some fibre rich cereal or oatmeal and a lil protein. Fibre tends to break down more slowly during digestion and protein handles the craving for food. As TJ said early on...you have to remember you have not eaten while you…

That's GREAT TJ...Keep up the good work!!!

That would depend on just what kind of exercise you are doing Serious1. ie. There are certain foods suggested you eat before a good weight workout...however you wouldn't want to do that if you were Swimming...which is a great cardio workout .

Hi...i quit 16 years ago...the first time...via laser therapy...its great...totally takes the coldturkey cravings away until most of the nicotine has left your system. But you do experience grief symptoms...its like losing a best friend. Immediate after eating you need that cigarette...What's a cuppa coffee without a…

Here's another interesting article I came across while researching carbs. by Monica Neave BellaOnline's Weight Loss Editor Why You Need Fat Fat is a stored source of energy. Without it the body would resort to breaking down muscle for energy. Fat acts as a thermoregulator keeping your body at the appropriate temperature.…

I found this article and thought I would share it with you all. I stated in another forum that when I eat 800-900 cals per day, I have good weightloss...when I bump it up to 1200 (which is still below my BMR and yes, I know, not good for me) I gain. So I began to think...hey ...maybe its the amount of Carbs Im…

Thanks for all your suggestions and comments. I'm really confused at this point...it seemed when I ate 900 cals per day I lost...when I bump it up to 1200 (which is still below what my BMR is) I gain. I guess its time to experiment and this week I will target 1200 cals and see what happens @ next week's WI. I did, however,…