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Another thought is watch you sugar intake, that can lead to a boost in insulin making you more hungry and then you are in a cycle of sugar, body makes more insulin, hungry, eat sugary snack.

Air popped popcorn with a sprinkle of cinnamon or PB2. I get those hungry days and when I do I just eat extra and then try and burn it off with exercise. I do find if I'm desperately craving something the thought of having to do an hour on the exercise bike to burn it off really helps me decide if I actually want it. Agree…

I love grapefruit but would struggle to eat 40 :)

The only time I have seen a thigh gap in an adult woman is in elderly women who aren't eating enough. No idea why this has become an issue.

This was the one I usually go for with exactly the same theory behind my reasoning. I hadn't though of splitting the difference that's an interesting idea. Thanks everyone really helpful input.

I was like you I lost nothing for the first 2 and a half weeks over the last 10 days I have lost 7lbs so stick with it, make sure you are logging accurately. I also found I was often slightly over on carbs although within my calories so I jiggled around with that too.

I have solved my night time snacking by going out for a walk. I know you have RA I have arthritis of my spine hips and knees so its tough my movement doesn't equal what everyone else does. However I got a fitbit and I walk before bed so that the pain can be dealt with by going to bed after walking and taking extra…

If it goes in my mouth I log it, not tracking everything means you are cheating on your intake. The only person you cheat by not logging is yourself.

I have swapped meat for quorn, I use water or olive oil spray for cooking. I don't add fats to foods, I use peas, carrots, celery to bulk out casseroles or stews. For example tonight I made Shepherds pie 1.00 tbsp(s), Gravy salt 1.00 clove, Garlic - Raw 1.00 container (300 gs ea.), Quorn Mince (300g Bag, Frozen) (1pint),…

Looks like a version of the mayo diet that was popular about 30 years ago. It will work in the short term but not in the long term.

Some people need more sleep than others in the same way some people need less. Younger people have been proven to need more hours sleep than older people, so is it just your age? I would start by looking at the quality of your sleep. Are you comfortable? Do you sleep in a room with no light? Are you going to bed and…

I think you look fine enjoy having a baby congratulations, remember breast feeding will help as will pushing that pram around on a daily walk. Those first few years rush by make the most of them.

That doesn't sound particularly healthy

Sorry my recipe calculation put olive oil and not extra virgin coconut oil so its actually 140 per pancake. Recipe 8oz flour 350ml skimmed milk 4 tsp baking powder 2 tsp caster sugar 2 eggs 1 tsp salt Mix dry ingredients in a bowl, Whisk eggs and milk together, wipe pan with coconut oil warm non stick pan and cook, turning…

Standard American pancake minus the melted butter in the recipe, wipe the non stick pan with extra virgin coconut oil, 153 calories a portion add 1/2 and orange squeezed to sweeten or 1/2 tin of fruit cocktail in fruit juice. Eat that as your main meal sorted.

In the mean time I found when I have can't stop eating days I make popcorn in the microwave, no oil just microwave the popping corn and add cinnamon, its a life saver.

I'm in the same boat, I have lost 11 lbs and can't see much difference and certainly nobody else has noticed. My favourite jeans do fall down now if I don't wear a belt :) I really would like to see a bigger improvement in my waist. I'm going to start monitoring my measurements rather than just weight and see where the…

Senna does discolour your faeces and urine, however partially digested food doesn't sound good. I would suggest you see your doctor. In the short term increase your water, cut the tea and coffee both of which can be dehydrating, you need to aim for 2-3 litres daily. Eat five portions of fruit and veg. You will need to see…

I made thios last night, had to make my own blackened seasoning first but it was well worth it yum, thank you great recipe

Made this today OMG yummy

If you want a good low calorie filler spread shredded kale on a nonstick baking sheet, spray with 1 cal and sprinkle a teaspoon of chinese 5 spice over it. Place in the oven at 190 celsius and bake for 15 mins or until crisp, turning once during cooking. Its yummy. Popcorn without anything just popped in the microwave,…

I suffer with terrible back problems, I have prolapsed discs at 4 points in my lumbar spine. I am using my fitness pal to monitor my calorie intake and have put my activity as sedentary. Ok next thing get her thyroxine medication sorted so that her levels are correct. Also she needs to get her pain manageable, so analgesia…

Thanks trying to get back on track today, typically I blooming starving this morning, so I had better get drinking that water.

I have for years followed a low calorie low fat diet only to find I put a few lbs on each year. I watched my intake on here and most days I was around the 1000 calorie mark. Because of my health I can't vigorously exercise. Most of my calories were however coming from carbs and I suspect I must have had odd high calorie…

You all look amazing and have inspired me to keep going.

I'm 49 I too would like to lose lbs to lbs. I have already lost 8 in the last 2 weeks but if I'm being honest I gained 4 lbs of that on a weekend away the week before I started so that would have come off easily. I just want to be back into the high end of normal weight for me before 50, anything else is a bonus.

My first post :D I log my walking, I try to do a minimum of 30 minutes walking a day and usually an hour. I agree if its part of your normal routine in your job or daily life then don't log it, however if you are walking for exercise then log it. I did however log earlier in the week when I visited a train station and…