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  • You could pick up a cheap second hand sewing machine and follow online tutorials. I am no expert but I have learnt to take in tee shirts etc to make them fit better and put a dart in trousers so make them snug on the waist. It is a great way to keep your existing clothes and have them fit you perfectly. The cost of a…
  • I take a slice of turkey, slice of cheese and a boiled egg. High protein and good fats. I also recommend the yoghurt/berries/granola option. Sometimes I take a pear because I don't particularly like them and it takes me ages to eat!
  • The important thing is to get rid of the snack drawer. I have a desk job too and although it sometimes feels like it, you won't die of hunger by giving up snacks. Just replace the bad snacks with good choices.
  • Jane in Cumbria. Working on my own version of the 5:2 diet. Want to get back to under 13 stone after 5 years of denial and three broken ankles. That is twice on the same ankle, not that I have 3 ankles!
  • Empty your snack drawer. It is the only way to get going and beat temptation. I take a selection of raw veg to work with me. Celery, peppers, carrots, baby corn, sugar snap peas and cucumber. Other days I have a boiled egg or some sliced turkey and cheese. Cottage cheese with ryvita is a filling snack that is low cal/low…
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