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Thank you everybody! I have stuck with it... but I have to say it is very stressful! I weighed myself today and had dropped 1.5 pounds, but am still at a gain of a pound. I think you are right Eddie I need to pick up more exercise! I am going to go for a jog right now. Well... I have seen it work for all of you so I am…

Thanks for taking the time to type such a long response, your time and words are appreciated. Thanks for the warning. I can blame people for being unnecessarily rude. I am asking for support and guidance, I don't need rudeness. I have forgotten the juice fast hence I am off it. It was 5 days to kick my habits not to lose…

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Thanks for doing that! So... if MFP states 1400 for me a day and say I burn 600 calories per day in my workout I should consume at least half of those back or all to make 2000? I tend to work out 5 times a week, but 2 days are lighter. That's exactly what I am trying to avoid and needed the advice to help me with it, so…

Internet yes, but it is surely meant to be a supportive environment, I guess I was slightly deluded on that. I will add in an avocado, I just hate them. But hey, I will just suck it up (not literally). That was my original concern, but I similarly didn't want to over eat. I get it now. Thanks again!

AND we have a break through!! That is exactly the GUIDANCE and SUPPORT I was asking for in the original post. I was unsure of the deficit stuff, but you have cleared it up very eloquently so thank you!!! It makes sense.... I get food is my friend, trust me. I just am trying to soak up the knowledge like a sponge!

Snarky isn't what I would call it! Wow... ok. I went 5 days; 1 day juice and two raw veg meals, 1 day 2 juices and 1 raw veg meal and 3 days 5 juices. That is all! I am not deliberately holding the calories back, I am full. I will ensure I consume a minimum of 1200 daily. Hmmmm well that is not a method I work well with. I…

Thanks for your post. I didn't fast for a crash diet or weight loss, I did it for control and it really has worked for me in that sense. I only lost 3 pounds on it anyway so I am not too bothered if I regain them in water weight. Thanks for your advice, don't worry I am a pretty smart gal I really am not planning on…

My thought too, especially a 5 day fast! Yeah, that is what I have thought, I was just wondering if there was a way of continuing to loose over the next few weeks too. Thanks for your post! AND massive congratulations on your weight loss!!!

Thank you for your post. It's not deliberate consuming food on the Atkins is very filling and that's all I have managed thus far. Not yet as I am starting my workout again tomorrow! I have no idea that's why I need help. I don't want to eat too few calories, I'm just a bit confused with it all! And tbh some of these posts…

Please refrain from spreading your negative energy! I am not deluded, I am not looking for a Holy Grail; I am looking for a life shift! Please don't judge when you have no idea who I am, what I think, what I do and what my will is like! Well I have managed to kick my behaviour pattern in 12 days so I guess I must be just…

Thank you so much! This really clarifies it for me. Thanks for taking the time to search and post! It's really appreciated and the guidance on calories makes perfect sense. In the mean time would you suggest I increase back up to 1400 as MFP states for me to eat, or monitor over time and increase my calories if slow…

Thanks for your post. Ok, so when you say in a deficit I have worked out my BMR, which is approx. 2400 MFP states I should consume 1400... when you say in a deficit do you mean a deficit of BMR or MFP calories? Juice fast has gone it was for 5 days and that's that.

Thanks for your response. I needed the psychological edge and control of the fast. I will check it out thanks, but I do feel like Atkins suits my food interests. I already do, I really wanted to hit it dead on. Ok, so you suggest if MFP tells me to eat 1400 that's what I should ensure I do? I'm not really use to counting…

Thank you ever so much for your overwhelming support and kindness. How could I get through my day without your kind words! Please refrain from commenting on my posts in such a hostile manner, it is completely unnecessary. I would never tough diet pills, nothing is entering my bottom, shakes are manufactured and wraps are…

So informative thank you!! Ok, I am totally early in the induction day 2! I got some ketostix today and it identified that I was in the second darkest block; I am really surprised it is there already. Prior to induction I completed a 5 day juice fast and prior to that I was on a low carb diet for approx. 1 week; I was…

Thanks for your response!! Great!! I'm 5ft 10.5 and yep unfortunately it is. According to MFP I should be consuming 1400, so I have reduced it slightly and I am consuming approx. 11-12 grams of carbs a day. I do 30 min cardio, 30 min cross trainer, leg weights, sit ups and crunches. I try to add in another hour walk during…

Hi, I have been considering purchasing Ketosis sticks, but I can become a little obsessive! Do you find that they are a good motivation/ guide? Sorry I don't have any suggestions for you, this is my 1st day on induction!

Weight? Heigh! Lol, our weight is our disadvantage, our height helps to keep it spread out lol! Hun, I would heavily suggest in purchasing a full length mirror and just going extreme and having a good old gaze! I hated looking from the collar bones down, BUT it helps to actually put things in to perspective. Maybe that…

Hi, Well... I am far from an expert hence why I am overweight! BUT I do know a thing or two about healthy eating... Have you checked the carb count? Check the saturated fats too! Obviously as you have a relatively small amount to lose it will be slower. Bodies are very frustrating things! Grab a tape measure, you actually…

Incredible loss! Well done!

Well done! 28 pounds is my first mini goal! You are kind of similar to me, my boyfriend knows, but has no idea of my goals! I live away from my family and aim to do similar reveals! Good luck! Any tips on your amazing weight loss so far?

Hi Amy, First of all, well done on your previous weight loss! AND well done for starting this journey!! I am not sure if this will help you, but it really helped me kick my habits! I have recently completed a 5 day juice fast, firstly to do a mini cleanse BUT mainly to gain some control over my sweet addiction! I love…

Are you more of an hour glass/ pear shape? I think for me, it fooled me in to a false sense of security, because even at this heavy weight I still have a much smaller waist than my hips! I can't believe the support I have received already it's crazy! Good luck hun!

[/quote] Hi there! Yes, our weight definitely is to our advantage, but also a disadvantage in my opinion! I didn't even realize I was gaining weight until it was too late!! (Doesn't help that I avidly avoid mirrors haha). I wish you a great big CONGRATS on losing 13 pounds so far! That's great! Best of luck to you, and you…

Another secret dieter! My family are the same... and I am actually finding it really frustrating! I have just started on MFP too and aim to 48 pounds! Feel free to add me and we can be each others cheerleader! GOOD LUCK!

Ah ha!! I figured out how to reply individually! Now on to adding people! Ps... Thank you for your post! It really is appreciated! I will definitely keep in contact.

Thank you, to you all! I already feel a little uplifted... this might just be exactly what I need! Well I would love to add you all and reply to each of you BUT I don't know how :laugh: So... step by step guide?

Hi Jade, I am a newbie too! Well done for starting this adventure! You are similar to me... I am 5'10 and weighed 168 pounds, I new I was a bit heavier and would moan all the time, BUT I wasn't really that bothered by my weight! Our height helps us out with that :wink: My weight rocketed too, I started my journey at 229…