MaggieLoo79 Member

Fruit got me. Apparently, what I consider to be a small apple is large to everyone else. Yikes!

I lifted weights in high school and was in great shape. Here I am, at 35, starting again just two weeks ago. I've lost 1.5 inches around my waist already!!! Woohoo!

I just write my exercise in my food notes. That way I can see everything in one place.

I haven't done very well with this either. I try to pick low carb options, like meat and veggies to keep my calories down. Alcohol screws me up every time so I'm cutting way back.

I just ordered this book, "Food Triggers: End your Cravings. Eat Well and Live Better," after seeing someone mention it in a comment of a thread. I'm only a few chapters in, but I hope it will help. Binging sucks! I'm learning that moderation just doesn't work for me. Sad but true (for me). :)

A good protein bar? I love my protein shake though. :|

You can boost your metabolism by increasing your muscle mass.

I don't have any answers for you, but I do feel your pain. I'm an extrovert and eating healthy alienates me from social events. Tonight is girls night out and we're going to a nice restaurant. I already know I'll have to decline the wine. :( It's frustrating because I want to hang out and talk, but I also want to meet my…

I have a protein shake for breakfast with berries or spinach and a fiber boost powder. I also exercise in the morning, so it's a win-win for me. If I'm not having a shake, I might have hard boiled eggs. If we go out to eat for breakfast, I usually get 2 scrambled eggs, some fruit or tomato slices, and a piece of wheat…

The short time I was on Synthroid (2 months) I ended up getting doctor's permission to take it at night. I was totally unable to alter my morning routine of coffee immediately, so I had some bad side effects. The second month, my doctor told me I could take it at night and it was easier for me to do. He didn't say anything…

I'm hoping to lose 20 before bathing suit season! :D

The assumption is that it is easy to get medicated and then "voila!" problem solved. Sometimes it is that easy, but not always. You'll need to be tested periodically and your medication levels will get adjusted. Also, there is a lot of controversy about thyroid ranges - different doctors subscribe to different ranges. Many…

I wear spanx all the time. I never leave the house without something to keep my tummy held in. :(

I can't stand the main forums because of the meanness. There is so much new information coming out about weight being effected by food quality, sleep, hormones, etc. I read an article just the other day off of MSN's main page saying that calories in vs. calories out is a diet myth that needs to be put to rest. I know you…

I made chicken jerky today and it turned out great! The recipe called for low sodium soy sauce, but I used Worcestershire sauce instead. That took the salt way down, although two pieces still had 9% of my daily salt intake.

I go by sleep. If I haven't gone to bed yet, it's today's food. It's just preference. :)

I replaced stuff as I ran out. It's been slow, but much more affordable than buying all new everything at once.

When my doctor put me on a high protein diet, I found I can't meet the goal he set for me without protein powder help. I'm using GNC Amplified Wheybolic Extreme 60. It has 280 calories, 60g Protein and 7 Carbs. The vanilla tastes like graham crackers which is okay. I add fruit and vegetables too.

I thought of something else I was reading about yesterday! Jerky! Dehydrated meat has high protein but is transportable for snacks on the go. I'm thinking of making some, though I've honestly never liked it. Maybe homemade will be better???

I'm in too! Starting weight 144.4. Would love to lose 10 pounds by Valentine's day!

Oh my gosh!!! I take Zzquil every night and never even checked the label!!! Shoot!

I've been overwhelmed too. I've read a lot of tips about adding nuts and nut butters, but I'm supposed to be watching my fat, so I'm not so sure about that one. I intend to make some hummus and see if I like that as a snack. What I have been doing is boiling a dozen eggs every week for quick snacks/breakfasts. To be…

Great job!

Hi! I'm Maggie. I just joined. My doctor just put me on a high protein/lower carb meal plan. I'm looking forward to learning from everyone!

We eat the same thing, he just has way bigger portions.

I think I read somewhere that a gluten free veggie pizza with no cheese is a fairly good option. That might have been a vegan thing though??? Sorry!

This is my nightmare (minus the shoulder injury). 2 years and 40 pounds!!! I've been to 4 different doctors (finally found the right one) and had numerous rounds of lab work. It's an elimination game. When they do your lab work, make sure they are testing thyroid (all of the thyroid levels - even reverse T3 and stuff),…

Medications effect people differently. I've gained weight on medications that other people may lose on. If there is a member of your family on medications (that didn't gain weight), you may want to find out what anti-depressant they take and start there. One of the issues I've had with anti-depressant medications is…

Beans are more than just protein - they have tons of fiber too!

You can use lime juice too. :)