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Thanks for all the replies....I believe my issue is with the FRANKEN-WHEAT that they call wheat, but it has be so overly processed it just makes my stomach cramp up. Same with beer....something like Guinness doesn't bother me much, but heavy wheat beers do. I don't drink too often, as it's not good for the liver wheat or…

Doesn't sound like your boyfriend is a keeper. Being young and wanting to be healthy is great, as you will miss decades of suffering as I did. I lost 80 lbs in 8 months, kept it off 2 years, then messed up my back so I'm on this road again. What I have learned is it NEEDS to be a lifestyle choice, not a temporary diet.…

I gained 3 lbs from eating a hot dog once, so yes, its sodium!

You have a lot going for you!! I know that you feel like you are in a prison (I sure did), but you have youth on your side!!!! I didn't lose a significant amount of weight til I was 38 yrs old. All I can say is that a temporary diet won't fix you...YOU need to fix you and it is a MENTAL game. I always felt like I was in a…

I have no luck in dating, online or whatever.....guess I'm just too different :-P Hence why I have a group called Spinsters Unite! :P

Do you care about weight or your body composition? pant size? Muscle weighs more than fat, so maybe you need to change up your workout routine!

It's amazing how overeating even healthy food happens. Once you stray, the "drugs" they put in food is very addictive and hard to get back, but I'm back and ready to go. It's a mental game just as much as physical. Let's kick butt!!

Ice is my go to pain deterrent. Vicadin and those prescrips are worse than a glass of wine, but yeah, I don't need to endulge. Sometimes I try to disassociate the pain and pretend its from a tattoo or something And thanks!! It's to get support!

Free weights (dumbells etc) won't require you to sit at a machine. Resistance bands, kettlebells, even body weight exercises like wall push ups can be things you can do. I'm not a fan of gyms with tons of machines.

I'm 1/2 Polish and would love to visit Poland someday! (Maybe after I reach my goal weight I'll take a vacation there!)

I'm Crazy & I have a cat, so.....LOL And I have a tat of my kitty on me....will have to post a pic later

All I can say is when I eat Paleo, I feel good and can maintain/lose weight, when I add grains, I feel like crap & rapidly gain weight, and when I eat PROCESSED foods, I feel horrible and rapidly gain weight....and I'd say most grains are extremely processed. I'd say by far, Paleo is whole foods based...you either kill it,…

Some of us just have to be dilligent all our lives. I have lost 50+ pounds several times and the last time lost 80 lbs. in 8 mos. and have gained 15 back. All this time, I have never stopped exercising! I unfortunately am not lifting heavy (used to lift over 100 lbs) so my metabolism slowed due to less muscle mass. I have…

Single....and probably forever a Spinster and School Marm. Guys used to discrimate me when I was 230. Now I'm in shape and they can't handle that I box. F it...I'm me....and rather be single than put up with guys stupid relationship crap. LOL Guys you can prove me wrong.....LOL

Carbohydrates tend to make you feel hungry....fat and protein will make you feel full......so add things like avacado, olive oil, nuts in small amts. and you will feel full. We need fat in our diet! Just healthy fat!

A Gas station might be a better choice than fast food. Gas Stations sometimes have boiled eggs (good protein) and fresh fruit. Beef Jerky is great too (be careful of MSG though and NO SLIM JIMS) Of course.....a grocery store is the best choice...you can get deli meat, avacado and some veggies. AVOID FAST FOOD. IT IS…

Eating after a workout is the BEST time to eat! Your engine is running, the fire is hot, and you have depleted a lot of energy, nutrients and water. Also since the fire is hot, the calories will be hard to stick to you and can't be stored energy since you're on fire! If your energy is low, you will start to deplete your…

Losing 80 lbs I can say that it is trying, and a struggle. I treated the process as a job. Some days I didnt' want to go to "work" but I knew I had to. If you are truly commited, you will keep going. You have to will yourself to do it. You can stay the course. Also google motivational quotes, speeches, people overcoming…

Don't beat yourself up about it...but healthier food choices, will aid in making you healthier so think of it that way. Granted your body is using calories to fight off the bug, so as long as you aren't going to crazy, you should be fine. Make sure you are resting. Stress and lack of sleep can put weight on. No lie!

I'm having the same problem. New Balance discontinued my shoes and now I haven't found any that work. I spent over $200 and still no relief. I have orthotics as well. I'm constantly injured due to the wrong shoe, yet haven't found one that works! I have running shoes that are great in heel, but then they give me shin…

Most people are in denial. They want results but refuse to put in the effort. My mother's poor health gave me a wake up call and I dropped 80. Its sad that my mother is still in denial that her health issues are due to obesity. You can be blunt or sugar coat things, but many people just refuse to listen and think that it…

Stay away from all the noodle dishes. Those complex carbs will make you hungry later. Try a spicy beef veggie dish or tofu. Avoid the rice as well. I don't know many names of thai dishes that are healthy, but a basil beef dish might be a good start.

Processed foods are very addictive in nature and should be considered a drug. Proteins and fats will make you feel fuller than bread. Just stay the course and be strong! Best to take some of the leftover bread to a friend. When I bake brownies...I take the pan to my work..with one square missing which is for me.

People suck. At 230 lbs. I heard rude comments as well, then could show them up with my strength. People have so many misconceptions about how strong someone IS vs. what they look to be. In my book, IT IS BETTER TO BE STRONG, THEN LOOK STRONG. And btw, criticism never ends. Shedding 80 lbs. I have had negative comments…

Machines isolate muscles whereas free weights use multiple muscle groups and free weights emulate real movement. You are more likely to squat or lift something off the ground, than to sit on a machine lifting something. Look into crossfit.com you can see demo exercises that will give you a great workout without machines.

I often plan my meals the night before or a week ahead of time. Plastic containers work wonders!! I also would carry jerky, nuts and protein bars in my purse so I had no excuse to go out to eat. If you organize ahead of time, you can make a crazy schedule work.

Incorporate a lot of green veggies (spinach, broccoli) and healthy fats such as olive oil, avacado, nuts, and seeds. Low Fat diets are a farce. Fat is designed to make you feel full and carbohydrates (especially eaten alone) will end up making you hungry. Always eat a protein,fat, carb blend for a meal or snack. A sample…

almonds, buffalo jerky, walnuts, boiled egg, avacado, nitrate free deli meat.....btw snacks with some fat and protein will make you feel full. Carb only snacks will make you hungrier. Starting 230 lb now 150 lb

Yes....and it tells you that most junk really isn't food. I eat dark chocolate...no problem because it has some benefit....have me eat sweet tarts or frosting...and UGH! Sweet tarts taste like chemical red #4! So not worth it!

Some Jamba juices have high sugar content. When you eat a strawberry or banana or an orange, you get fiber....when you just drink juice...its only liquid sugar...hence my opinon juice = natural soda. Use sparingly....but whole fruits n' veggies are better. The Acai super drink has 92 grams of sugar!!! Coca Cola has 39…