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Lots of women experience a temporary gain during their period. Willpower, it's all about willpower.

So, he's one of those unhealthy skinny people? <<< not jealous of him in the least.

Sounds like the good 'ole starvation mode MYTH to me. It would take MONTHS of sustained malnutrition to experieince what you describe (think famine cultures around the world.)

Your body is quite efficient at cleansing itself, all you need is: proper nutrition (including fiber) adequate hydration and adequate rest.

I know lots of people that control their diabetes with diet alone. Some manage it with diet and insulin, but having a good diet is the #1 factor in manegability (at least that's what they say) It's a shame your Doctor is recommending you for whatever surgery it is he wants to give you (via whichever pharmaceutical company…

It is in my world, I do it all the time. It's fairly common to see a lot of people in my area wear black to a wedding. Though, I'm sure there will be just as many people who respond to this that say it's a no-no.

Specifically, here's some great starters... Four Tips to Start Eating Healthy for Less Today 1. Listen to Gandhi. Yes, Gandhi! He said that we should never mistake what is habitual for what is natural. Case in point: Some Chinese are very poor and yet they eat extremely well--small amounts of animal protein, with an…

http://www.ultrawellness.com/blog/eating-cheap-quick-foods-is-more-expensive

Honestly, I don't find eating healthy to be any more expensive than eating "unhealthy". Quite the contrary, pre-packaged food/convenience food is a lot more expensive. I'd say the fact that you're a picky eater is contributing to the expense of your menu choices. Having a diverse palate goes a long way. Buying in bulk is a…

There have been numerous studies about people who are dieting and those who aren't necessarily trying to lose weight, but are thin, that have the most success because they keep a food journal. You're probably in the dolldrums of your diet, it happens to everyone. Not tracking leads to no accountability which leads to…

Annette, that's quite a story. Congrats on your husband's successful transplant. So, if I understand you correctly, you cycle your doses (that seems like a lot of maintenance to me), can't afford it (that doesn't seem really sustainable to me) and when life gets in the way, you gain all the weight back. I'm guessing the…

It bears repeating, WW is not the same program that it was 20 years ago.They now have healthy guidlines that should be met daily. The very same things you find on the food pyramid are included in the healthy guidelienes; whole grains, lean proteins, fresh fruit/veg, dairy, etc. It's a very "clean" approach to eating, in my…

Google the article "Why The Scale Lies"

Just curious, have your struggles been weight loss related? If so, a pill isn't going to help you find your motivation or make better choices. Though, I come from an "au naturel ", purist diet place. You'll have more energy for workouts if you eat balanced meals, get enough sleep and are well hydrated.

I've not taken it, but a good friend has. It has been nothing short of a nightmare for her and she regrets ever taking it. If you are capable of losing weight on your own (congrats on your loss), learning how to balance meals & portion foods stick with it because that is how you will live the rest of your life. Unless,…

I've seen it, never tried it. Probiotics work for me.

You can, if you want to. However, I don't. I have no problems getting water in. I don't count my morning coffee towards that goal and aside from alcohol, I rarely drink anything else.

I find that when people are looking for excuses where their weight loss is concerned, they'll believe just about anything like: Starvation mode I must be reaching a plateau b/c I didn't lose any weight this week. I'm not seeing results quick enough (oh really? good thing too otherwise you'd have sagging skin and do damage…

I doubt it, though, I make use of ALL caloires made available to me, it keeps me from stabbing someone :wink:

I'm all for healthy & sustainable losses. I like sane diets. Your sister in law needs to back the soul train up. Though, she may like sagging skin and internal organ damage, good for her.

I'm all for healthy & sustainable losses. I like sane diets. Your sister in law needs to back the soul train up. Though, she may like sagging skin and internal organ damage, good for her.

FYI, exercise isn't necessary for weight loss, however it's good for overall health and well-being. I got those quotes from the WW website, which explained it as "layman-y" as possible. However, I've read it time and time again, every which way til sunday.

Your body is very adept at cleansing itself with proper nutrition (balanced meals/high fiber, etc), hydration, and adequate sleep. Most people who "cleanse" experieince water weight losses, and nothing more.

Here's a nice encapsulation about dieting and your metabolism: "Restricting calories during weight loss lowers metabolism1 because the body becomes more efficient, requiring fewer calories to perform the necessary daily functions for survival. Consequently, this can slow (but not stop) the anticipated rate of weight loss."…

For me, it's all about sustainability. Meaning, if I can still lose at a healthy rate (.5-2 lbs./week), eating as many calories as possible, that's exactly what I'm going to do. Therefore, in the long run, I don't see how eating below my recommended caloric intake would benefit me in any way, in fact, I'd probably want to…

FYI, a true plateau does not occur until weight loss stalls (meaning no losses) for approx. 6 weeks in a row. If you're losing every week, you're not at a plateau. I would recommend switching up your workouts and daily menu.

Everyone is different (as others have mentioned) and calorie burn is based on variables (Age/Current Weight, etc.) I definitely recommend getting a HRM WITH chest strap, as you'll get the most accurate calorie burn. I believe Timex makes a reasonably priced one, Polar is more pricey but I love mine. Fundamentally, I can't…

Healthy & sustainable rates of loss are the easiest to maintain, in my opinion. .5 lbs/week is nothing to be frustrated with. Think of it this way, less sagging skin & stress on your internal organs. Congrats on your losses.

Starvation mode is a myth where most western diets are concerned. It would take months of malnourishment to reach the point that most of us consider "starvation mode".

Deprivation leads to disaster for some people, so, it's good that you're treating yourself. Maybe you can try rounding out your diet a little to up the calorie intake? Focus on higher fat dairy, whole grains, lean proteins, nuts, nut butter, and things like avocado to meet your daily calorie goal.