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Whenever I start getting down on my looks I call up a friend who volunteers in the burn unit for a hospital. Listening to her stories, I ask what I can give to help and I realize my problems are nothing compared to theirs. So I guess it's all in who you're comparing yourself to. That's what gives me perspective and a way…

I didn't know how to eat in a healthy way! I had to join a few food addictions groups and try their food plans until I learned how to eat, and what real food is. Food Addicts Anonymous has a plan which really helped me learn what to eat and what to avoid to stop the cravings. It was a good solid start for me. Logging my…

I have to remind myself to be patient and understanding with people when they notice I've lost weight and ask how I did it. Real food, lean proteins, fruits and vegetables, little starch, weigh and measure and log my food in MFP every day. Almost all say "Oh, I couldn't . . . " whatever it is. Give up this, that, don't…

I've switched to buying my clothes at Ross or Target since my sizes changed this last year. I don't buy as much since I know it's only for now. I wash my clothes more often so I don't have to buy new clothes. I'll get a mani/pedi or a massage once in awhile instead of spending the money on clothes since everything is…

I've lost 20 lbs since the middle of March. I'm 66, 5'10. Have a lot more to lose! I was 205 and now am 185. I was so desperate I was thinking of getting my gut cut, but instead I browsed all those sites to see what people were eating and how they were handling the gastric bypass surgery. I thought I'd try some of the…

A former boyfriend saw me at the Chipotle counter and took a pic of me from the back. I was in my car when I saw the pic.I looked like a buffalo, is all I thought. Went looking for him and just talked about how fat I was! I hadn't seen him in 30 years. That triggered something; I've lost 15 in 5 weeks and I'm keeping on. I…

I used to, but now just buy Trader Joes 2% greek plain (110 cal) and put fresh blueberries with it. I felt bad straining off whey, and I don't like mess and cooking anyway.

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Have you lost weight? "Noooo, I don't think so" and then I tell them they look great, love their hair, etc. Some won't let it go. Yes, I prefer to puzzle them. I downright lie cause it aint none of their business. I've lost 15 so far and intend to keep on going. I'll continue to lie cause they aren't on the path. If they…

I make a homemade veg soup every day, often with Chix bone broth, or beans, and I vary the ingredients daily. What I do is post that day's recipe in LUNCH, even though I eat it as a snack, dinner, etc. in addition to my other foods. If I really like that day's version I save it in My Meals. Most of the ingredients I use…

I attend Zoom Food Addicts Anonymous meetings and keep addictive foods out of the house. Mostly things with sugar, flour, wheat. I find with their support and the literature I rarely binge (three months now) and I've lost 15 lbs without being hungry. It's not a diet, but a food plan for life. I've improved, although I…

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I wake up grateful for: hot shower, hot coffee, fridge, safe roof over my head, a car that runs well and has gasoline! I keep my life as simple as possible and I've sold, donated or given away so much the last few years that I could pack up everything and leave in a few hours. I've given relatives and friends things I want…

Chuffles are cheese and egg mini waffles (mini waffle maker is about 10$ Amazon). Beaten egg w. parmesan. I don't see why the same thing couldn't be done with banana/egg.

I dropped protein drinks and switched to real food.

Cold cereal; milk; most food chains; 'Chinese' food; cookies; mayonnaise; the fad of the hour (you hear me, kale?); canned soup (it's so easy to make homemade, and much more delicious); seafood (don't like the taste or smell); huge chunks of meat not sliced or incorporated into something; sauces that are too sweet like BBQ…

I'm thinking of adding oatmeal, also. I used to squash my bananas, use almond coconut milk to make it, and add vanilla and cinnamon. It's good to mix things up, but I understand the fear of changing what's working! I'm using mango chunks (unfrozen) with Trader Joe's Organic Whole Milk Greek Yogurt and it is becoming a…

Mine is Trader Joes organic whole milk greek yogurt w. fruit, usually half a banana, or else fresh mango or pineapple.

Easy broccoli/zucchini soup. One carton veggie stock, one small carton chicken bone broth, four sliced and chopped zucchini, bag of broccoli florets. I the veggies first till a little 'fond' in the pot, then add the broth and simmer. I add soy sauce, salt, pico de Gallo/hot sauce and simmer for awhile. I put cheese/feta on…

Omelette: one egg, two whites; chopped broccoli and mushrooms. Mild Pico de Gallo and peppers for garnish. Non-stick pan, oil spray. Then dessert was whole milk Greek yogurt w. fruit. Heavy cream in my coffee. Around 470 calories total.

Hi, I'm 65, retired teacher, looking to slowly lose weight and become more active. Add me if you like to give and receive support! I started my own blog, mostly so I can watch my progress and maybe take pics of my meals if blogs allow that.

I had a giant salad w. mixed greens, cucumber, feta, turkey, yellow pepper. Homemade vinaigrette made w. pico de gallo, soy, little olive oil, rice vinegar, lemon zest.

Omelet with one egg, two whites, 1/4 cup each chopped broccoli/mushrooms, pico de Gallo, sliced tomato on side. I meant to take a picture but I ate it before I remembered! I love these posts w. pics--TY!!

I cut out my craving foods (sugar, flour, grains) and finally my cravings disappeared. Going on three weeks now, and I don't crave a pint of ice cream or chunks of sourdough bread. Not even alcohol. Lost a few pounds. I log my food the day before, and usually stick to it. Protein and fruit for bkfast; protein and veggies…

You are inspiring! I'm a teacher also. What were your calorie goals, if I might ask?

Take the time to weigh and measure your food. It is an education that will stay with you. It gets easier. Most people have no clue about portion sizes and true calorie counts and like me, thought they could eat quantity if it was low-cal. The easiest person to fool in oneself! Buy a digital scale, turn it on, put a plate…

I don't like cooking either, especially not the clean up! Sunday mornings I make a large pot of vegetable soup using my favorite veggies from Trader Joe's (already chopped!) like mirepoix, spinach, carrots, cabbage, yellow pepper and tomato paste from a tube, sun-dried tomatoes, and whatever meat I want to add that week.…

Not for fat loss, but when I slather it on my hair once a week, then shampoo=shiny hair!

Inspirational!