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thanks all, I didnt know that activity level had to do with projected weight loss :)

Definitely do ask someone who is involved with your recovery. I understand your fear of gaining weight, so it can be easy to just say "Well I've gained xx pounds, I can stop now, right?" So definitely don't leave it up to yourself. :P Good luck! Stay beautiful <3

My new year resolution is to do what I can to stay happy. That's all that matters. :)

You definitely weigh more because you become bloated. Also, your body is a lot more sensitive to cravings, similar to when you're pregnant. Don't try to kick a craving by having something else, that will make you want it more. Instead, if you're craving salty chips, have salty popcorn - if you're craving chocolate cake,…

We all binge eat, it's nothing to be ashamed of really, but it can be very addicting. Just like drugs, sex and gambling, it triggers a reward path in your brain - everytime you eat something "taboo", dopamine is released into your blood and makes your body feel blissful (no matter how much your stomach hurts after). The…

Don't lose your motivation babe, now's the time to take control! You're a beautiful woman, the weight isn't permanent.

Im sorry this is outrageous. I hope she magically changes her point of view before the wedding is too close. She shouldn't be picking out dress sizes almost a year in advance, shouldn't tell you what to do with her body, she's being very selfish. I'd recommend having an unbiased person come in and mediate between everyone…

I don't have a scale either - found this thread, curious to what other people would suggest - one I don't think anyone else has mentioned yet is the vet. My local vet clinic has a big scale in the lobby that's meant for dogs, but I'm sure they let people use it too. (Or you could just do it quickly while nobody's looking).

I can see that you have kind of a mix of reasons to be worried, so talk to him and try to express all of them and not just the ones you think will flatter him. I know it's not about him being too skinny or whatever, even if it's slightly about the comparison issue. (I wouldnt be able to have a boyfriend who is skinnier…

So inspirational! You look great! Keep up the good work girl, good luck with the last 8 lbs :)

not for vegetarians haha

@chels lovely!!