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I don't drink at all. I used to drink occasionally when younger, drank probably more than I should have after a divorce and came to the realization about 13 years or so ago that it's just not something I need, want, enjoy, etc. I am constantly being asked if I want a drink and when I say I don't drink, they say but it's…

I lost all my weight and a bit more than goal following 5:2. I am now starting maintenance and will be going to 6:1 on Wednesday and see how it goes. I have reaped the benefits of no pain (a big thing for me), increased energy and upbeat mood. I don't see myself ever stopping this WOE. That is a life change and it is…

I have been following this plan since April 2013 and am now at maintenance. I can't recommend it enough to each one of you beginning your journey. Good luck to you all. Oh yes, and join the two 5:2 groups if you want a ton of support. They are both great groups.

I'm an old woman and I know what you mean! LOL. However, that said, I did aqua fit many times over the years while in my 30s and 40s. Right now I am doing lap swimming with my SO&SO but the class just before the lap swimming is the aqua fit class and there are many older ladies there. One idea is that you look for another…

Wow! Amazing slide show, well done! Positively inspirational weight loss story and you have a magnificent attitude. More power to you and thank you for sharing. I enjoyed the motivational quotes as well. Just a splendid job from start to finish. God bless!

What about maybe adding an avocado to your salad (or half at a time). They can also be used like a mayonnaise on a sandwich, etc. Smoothies mid-day may be a nice snack that will add some calories and give you an energy boost along the way. I'm going to start adding some brazil nuts to my diet (4-5 daily is the recommended…

Thanks for the recipe. A must try for sure! Sounds delicious.

Well, Gabe, here's the thing. I don't follow any of what you do but curiously enough my son does! Big time and I'm sure the two of you would hit it off. Unfortunately, he is not a member of this terrific site so I don't think you'll "meet" anytime soon. However, if you want a friend, I'm here.

These days, what I like to have is a Vega smoothie made with either almond milk, coconut milk, or vanilla soy. I then add a couple of different fruits or fruits/veggies to the mix. Depending on what fruits I am adding, I will either have a vanilla or chocolate flavoured smoothie. I also add some Rawsome Whole Food Meal,…

Really nice for you. Dating is always a bit precarious for any one, any size so your lovely nature must have been part of the scenario that led to the second date. But congratulations on your amazing weight loss. Good for so! So happy for you all on counts!

I have been doing the 5:2 since April of this year. I have never felt better in my life. I love the fact that I easily lost all the weight I needed to and am now at maintenance but the main thing is I have suffered with pain all my life and am now pain free. No more pain killers required just to get though the day. Crazy?…

Fabulous! You look so darn happy and cute. A wonderful accomplishment, you can be so proud.

I like tofu and one thing I have been planning (for years) on making is vegan scrambled eggs using firm tofu. It's not hard to do, basically you are supposed to crumble it in a bowl with salt, garlic, lots of nutritional yeast, some turmeric and a bit of Braggs and then stir fry it with lots of veggies. I have had this at…

It's one of my goals as well. I am trying but still eating the processed vegan meats occasionally. Recipes and tips are always appreciated.

Lately I have been having some issues staying asleep. Like you, I fall asleep deeply for a little while and then am bolt wide awake and can't get back to sleep for a really long time. Now some of the things that may be affecting this can be the weight loss, which I am thrilled aout, caffeine late at night (I have noticed…

I agree with the above. I have been vegan for the last four years and vegetarian prior and still managed to gain weight. I have finally succeeded on losing my weight using the 5:2 plan. It really helped me get the portion control and healthy choices under control again. But whatever plan that does that for you is a good…

I love thinking about food. It's always like background music in my head! Generally, the happy kind of music but not always.

Congratulations! What an amazing journey you have been on! I wish you a long and healthy time from here on in!

I agree with the above!

I agree that it's a lifestyle change. There are many health benefits to be had and the two 5:2 groups on here are very helpful. I have also gone to the website, watched the documentary, and bought the book, so I think I am informed enough about the plan to answer your initial question which is twice a week, non-consecutive…

Thanks stefjc! 60 is not old! I know 90 year olds that I can't keep up to and I'm not exaggerating!

To address the issue of whether people over 60 should follow the 5:2. I am 61 and have been following the 5:2 since April 2013. Yes, I lost a lot of weight and am now at goal. What helped me stay with this plan? First of all I suffered from a lot of pain in various parts of my body from many different conditions. The 5:2…

I am just starting maintenance this week. I have chosen Thursdays to typically be my fast day unless life gets in the way in which case I will change it. I used to do Tuesdays and Thursdays on my fasts so missing my fast this coming Tuesday will be a big change for me. I like the health benefits I have gained using the 5:2…

Not fasting as in not eating! Definitely not. Just two non consecutive days of 500 calories and then the other 5 eating a normal, healthy diet.

I'm with fatsnacker on the idea of fasting two days a week. I just lost all my weight using the 5:2 program and am now going into maintenance. It's a lovely way to change your eating habits and improve so much of your general health at the same time. I found this to be the easy way that I ever lost weight and this time I…

I wish you well in your journey. I know things can be very difficult and health worries can result in bad decisions. Try to remember that if you can commit to the weight loss, some of your problems may decrease. God bless you.

I weigh everyday. I even try to weight myself at the same time every day because regardless of whether I eat or not, it can affect my weight by a couple of pounds. I know this because I have weighed myself several times in a row to see if I'm right. Now I know that if I weigh myself at my regular time, my weight is real,…

I stopped drinking diet drinks, diet gum, diet everything basically and what I noticed is that the bloated, stiff feeling of water retention was dramatically reduced. I stopped all that about 10 years ago now and I wouldn't go back for anything. I don't know if it's relevant but I am 61 years old and on no medications…

Thanks for your note. I'm just starting this whole maintenance thing myself. I think I agree that if the swing stays for too long, it's time to rein back. Right now I'm going to try using the 6:1 method because I don't want to lose the anti-inflammatories benefits of the 5:2. I will definitely be weighing everyday - I…

61 years old SW - 168 pounds CW - 130.8 pounds Start date - April 4 2013 Goal reached - August 8, 2013 Strategy for losing - 5:2 fast program - two non-consecutive days at 500 calories (recommended for a female) and healthy portion control and choices on the other days. Exercising on most days, increasing as I gained more…