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@NoelFigart1 This is my first week bento'ing. Prior to that, I would bring my lunch in lots of little glass containers or plastic baggies (if my husband forgot to start the dishwasher :smile: ). I find the bento box MUCH more satisfying, even though this week it has basically been the same things I would bring in multiple…
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My suggestion for a good alternative: flavored, non-sweetened sparkling water. I'm a big fan of Perrier Lime or Pink Grapefruit, or almost any of the LaCroix seltzer waters. They taste a bit bitter at first if you are used to sweetened sodas, but they totally fill the "fizzy craving" for me. It's a hard habit to break, but…
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@kramrn77 & @ElliInJapan , your meals look great!
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While I'm not new to MFP, this is the first time I'm actually taking it seriously (instead of casual logging...). I have a similar amount to lose, feel free to add me if you'd like :smile:
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Thanks for the heads up @thomasina_ !! I got my Bentgo from Amazon & love it. I'd like to pick up a 2nd one (to limit HAVING to wash mine each night when I'm crunched for time). Off to Groupon I go... That site is addictive.
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My Bento of the day: Still using random fridge contents this week... Leftover cheese frittata (mostly made with egg whites), raspberries, pecans, snow peas, carrot chips, and a lonely lil dark chocolate truffle as a special treat for what is sure to be a more-stressful-than-usual work day. :) Cal:291, Carb:21g, Fiber: 5g,…
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Lunch for today. Pseudo-similar to yesterday. Turkey, Colby cheese stick, raw pumpkin seeds, snow peas, carrot chips, ranch, & raspberries. (327 calories, 18g carb, 6g fiber, 22g protein, 21g fat)
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@mangrothian, Oh, I definitely plan to get some cute little bento sauce/condiment containers. I mistakenly assumed when I ordered my box that the little condiment cups we use for spices/hot sauce when we hike/camp would be short enough to fit in the box, but they are just a smidgen too high. I'm waiting for my Amazon list…
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I wanted to thank you for starting this thread! I had never thought about bento boxes as a way to have a fun, diverse, portion-controlled lunch! I ordered a Bentgo box off of Amazon (I'm in the US), since it was the cheapest one that was BPA-free & dishwasher-safe. My lunch today was just items from my pantry & fridge, but…
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Ditto on all of the above. Baked tofu = an excellent snack. I would also suggest reduced-sodium, nitrate-free beef jerky or meat snacks for snacking. I also add protein powder to my shakes each morning. It's super-filling. I like Hemp Protein Powder (great source of nutrients, protein, AND fiber with no added ingredients.…
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Also a PCOS'er and am on a modified sugar diet because of that as well. One trick for me is not to use milk (1 cup of 2% milk = 12 g of sugar because of the lactose), but to use a milk substitute. Personally, I really like the Good Karma brand Flax Milk+Protein (unsweeteend) in smoothies. It's like 50 calories a cup, 2 g…
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Thanks again everyone. I will definitely check back in when we're back to say how it went. I'm still debating which spa to choose...but I think I have my list narrowed down. Thanks again!
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Wow...this helps a lot. Thank you all!!! I am amazed at how quickly the feedback rolled in (being my first post & what-not). I do believe I'll be calling this weekend to book my appointment. :wink: I can guarantee that I will be rereading all of these posts next month to psych myself up for the actual appointment :smile: .…
