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After I got used to counting the calories, it just turned into a lifestyle change. My portion sizes are now always smaller, and I am very conscious of hidden calories. For example, I used to eat lots of rice but now I try to get full on other stuff - I prefer a larger quantity of food, no matter what it is. Also, if you…

I notice my belly weight is at it's best when I'm eating all fresh, homemade food - nothing 'in a box'. Also keep breads to a minimum. This also helps get rid of cellulite.

That's a good goal! I find running on the treadmill quite difficult, so I do it when I feel I want a challenge - I don't know how far I went, though. :tongue:

I love nachos, and movie theatre popcorn. Lots of other treats, too, but those are my TOP 2.

Lots of veg, no potatoes, and no gravy - it's not as bad as it sounds!

Yes, like some people said, I found it hard to about day 4 and then it got easier. I've now lost my appetite pretty much! Good luck...

I used a dry sauna before my wedding and it helped a lot, however, if you don't have one at your gym it is very expensive!

20-grain toast with lemon marmalade from the farmers market, and a cup of coffee. Then if I get bored I have a vanilla shake instead (high-fibre).

I eat junk on roadtrips, too. Just enjoy yourself, and eat Subway when you can! :)

Update: I was so awake today that I actually had to skip my morning coffee! yay!!

My hubby won't eat anything either - it was hard to cook for him when I wasn't dieting, so now I pretty much gave up! He doesn't eat veggies, or anything whole grain, or any fish - just meat and potatoes. Pretty much, I eat healthy, and he eats Taco Bell. I wish he wouldn't but I really don't want to nag, so I have to let…

What will you do to celebrate?

Has anyone tried Nayonaise? It looks like it's all oil...

Are you sure you don't like it in a salad? It's great chopped small with Bragg or Maggi seasoning on it (Bragg is way better for you). Add some sunflower seeds and grated carrot. They make this salad at Planet Organic.

I ended up with calorie-wise miracle whip and it tastes awesome! Thanks for the tips.

the cheese sounds yummy but I need the spread for a broccoli salad...sometimes I use thousand island instead and it seems to be lower in calories than straight mayo

I have read at least 3 studies that claim your body thinks aspartame is real sugar, and stores fat anyways when you drink it. This should motivate you! I like all natural raspberry flavor soda water from Safeway. Also, artificial sweeteners can cause headaches and diarrhea! Ewww!

I like those Nile Spice cups of soup that you add hot water to (200 cals). then I eat an assortment of fruits and veggies, and coffee :-)

I started about 8 or 9 days ago. I've lost 2.2 lbs so far. I would like to lose 3 more pounds by Feb.14th.

I don't have any friends on here either! :ohwell: Nice to meet you! :happy:

Thanks everybody! Basically I was hoping to lose about 2 pounds. I really like large plates of food, so I've been eating jumbles of raw veggies and loving it. However, when I see the calorie count on packaged foods when I start to cave, it's discouraging (e.g. Island Oat Bar at starbucks is about 350 cal.). Good thing I…

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My hubby picks at his dinner and then goes out and gets potato chips and soda, and he buys me some!!! OMG!!! I can't even sit next to him because I can smell it.

I try carrots, apples, gum, grapes, doing squats by the TV, or even drinking orange flavor metamucil powder - it's 40 calories and makes me feel full.

My hubby doesn't want my bum to shrink! hahaha

I know that the last time I lost ten pounds, the only exercise I was doing was walking on my lunch breaks. So yeah, it works.

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I often eat canned corn as a low-calorie snack. One can is quite a lot of food, and with some pepper on it you won't be disappointed! Also good with lime juice on it.