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Lindsey -- thank you!! Great suggestions!! I have a nagging feeling that something is up with my thyroid and possibly Hashimoto's and am seeking medical attention on this soon. The gluten trigger aspect of it is also very interesting to me and I hope I can attempt to eliminate it from my diet to see if I can find…

I'm on Day 7 of my sugar detox. Honestly like everyone else said... go cold turkey. It's on your mind now, so just do it and hang in there. I felt great on Day 1. A little woozy on days 2 and 3, it was clearly withdrawal symptoms and it didn't feel good. Since Day 4, I've felt totally normal. I don't feel like I'm…

oh my gawwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwd. this is nuts. stunning and strong.

you do not even look like the same person -- looks like you lost 20 years too! congrats!!

My comfy weight (and the weight my body loves and doesn't ever want to leave!) is 180. It's been tricky at me to stay below 175... ultimately I'd love to get comfy at 155-165!!! I have a medium/large frame and am pretty muscular.

I love how the word Shakeology brings EVERYONE onto the playground for an old fashioned rumble. I have two cents however... and as someone who very rarely posts on the boards, I am going to share them! :) I wanted to HATE Shakeology (and honestly I really do hate Beachbody, their coaches, P90x, and all of these fads.... I…

This is exactly what happened to me. I had the choice to either lose it completely or make my breakup the best thing that ever happened to me. I took the latter route. My life has multiplied in joy (and divided in pounds?!) since January 2011.

I'm a bit over 5'8" and have 20 pounds to go! Feel free to add me.

I was symptomatic for PCOS, and my drs (both obgyn and dermatologist) suggested I pair birth control with spironolactone. I agree... this changed my life! No more big jawline breakouts! I actually get compliments on my skin now which is incredible. I've been on this for about 2 years now, and she suggested I stay on it a…

what an inspiration! you look incredible!!

I lost 51 lbs in 52 weeks on MFP with my settings at 1 lb. / wk. loss. It works!!

I'm 5'8" and not as gifted as you all at posting photos, so you'll have to check my profile for my before and after! I started Feb 2011 at 239 lbs. and am currently weighing in one year later with a 52 lbs. loss!! I'm at 187!!! The MFP formula totally works... my diary is set at 1 lb. loss per week and it worked almost…

Feel free to add me. I'm 5'8" currently at 189. My goal is between 150-160 (I have a large build and large muscles!)

I'm really not a fan of sugar-free, low-fat stuff.... huge proponent of eating ANYTHING in moderation. 1 plain M&M only has 3.4 cals... eat 10 of them, heck even 20 for only 35-70 cals! Also into making small dessert smoothies... chocolate coconut milk, small scoop of delicious Aria protein powder, 1 tbsp of PB and some…

telepathy - eva amurri, susan sarandon's daughter torinoel - amanda seyfriend, dakota fanning (now that she's older!)

You look so beautiful! I hit my 50 lb. loss yesterday too and have another 20'ish to go! Feel free to add me if you'd like since we're on a similar track.

Those are amazing victories!! So happy for you.

Yesterday was the one year anniversary of what I call "the worst day" -- my ex ended our relationship of three years, totally blindsiding me. i really didn't know how i'd get over it, but after the holidays i decided to spend the entire year changing my life and rediscovering myself. so here i am, 365 days later, 48 pounds…

What does "on program" mean for you? For me this is a lifestyle change, not a diet. One way MFP has really helped me, is by teaching me what a calorie really is. Therefore, I can eat holiday foods in moderation and even stay within my calorie goal! Not to say I wont' splurge though. :)

Enjoy these holidays! Instead of gorging or having HUGE platefuls of food, I typically stick to one plate and take a spoonful or two of everything I like. Sure I may go over cals a bit, but it's better than having to be rolled away from the table. Enjoy it - this is your life!!

The best part about yoga is watching the men struggle into poses that don't come easily to them since women are naturally more flexible. ;) Depending on what kind of class you take it'll be a great workout -- flow vinyasa will make you sweat buckets and tone up! I practice 3x a week and it's changed my life and body - no…

Can I join you Warriors?!?! Pleeease??

You've got a great perspective on things.... congratulations on all your efforts!

I've been off the wagon with my meals after a long vacation and have been considering doing a juice cleanse for awhile now! I'm so glad to have found this thread and the documentary. Watched it tonight and was so inspired! I think I'm going to slowly introduce fresh juices into my life (I am not a big fan of regular fruit…

I haven't read through all of these posts - but if you need a reason to stay here, you've got 13+ pages of it! Look at all of these people who - like you - are fighting for their lives, their happiness, their health, their children! You've got a wealth of support and information at your fingertips.... and people who are…

Bump for this... I've never taken a supplement but this is intriguing.

I'm 5'8" and my goal is 160 for now. My lowest adult weight a few years ago was 170 and I looked and felt good at that size. Wasn't toned though and hoping my body will be more toned as I reach my goal (I know it will be!) I have a larger frame with giant bones and muscles , so I'm not sure anything below 160 is even…

11 pounds to go for me! Aiming to reach this by Labor Day. Congrats to everyone who has reached or on their way to Onederland!

what a great success! i totally hear you about checking yourself out - i catch myself staring at my reflection way too much these days! and we should! you've accomplished so much!

Pizza! A slice here in NYC is upwards of 600 cals- a now a full meal for me every few weeks or so. I also refuse to give up some sort of daily sweet - especially chocolate, cookies or ice cream! Moderation is what works for me - and not ignoring the recommended servings!