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The Premier Protein bars and shakes work well and keep me feeling full. I find them at Sam's and Costco's. The shake is 160 cal, and 30g protein. But not enough for a full replacement so I would add a greek yogurt, nuts, or peanut butter and fruit, The bars are 280 calories and 30 g of protein. Followed by a full glass of…

Just to add my two cents worth. There are a few other factors such as genetics, age, and as many have already mentioned excercise routine. I would add to it (from my personal experience) is diet. Much of the tummy hang/belly fat is related to carbohydrates. If you have not already done so try to increase your protein and…

You are not doing anything wrong. But here are a few tips: 1. Take a full body picture of yourself 2. Take your measurements 3. See how your clothes fit Don't be a slave to the scale, do you feel better? Can you do more? Do you have more energy? Do you look better? If you can answer yes to these four questions just keep it…

Great job! I am losing mine also:-)

I couldn't see the pictures, but what a great success story. Very motivational! Like you in December I made a committment and joined a weight loss program with the goal of getting fit by the time I hit 50 which is December 2013. Six months later I am down 44 pounds with the goal of losing 56 more. Sp almost half way there,…

Such an interesting debate, and I usually don't jump in. I have to admit that I did not read the article, but from my experience as a middle class person living in an urban area for my entire life, I have taken for granted certain things i.e. access to markets with fresh food, meat, produce, parks and gyms etc. There are…

Well said. I thiink the point the American Medical Association is making by classifying obesity as a disease is not to give everyone a license to overeat, or accept responsibility for their actions, but to give medical professionals more treatment options which are not limited solely to medication and/or surgery but could…

Hi I am Lisa from TN! I have been overweight my entire life, and will be turning the big 50 this year! I am 5'6 and have always exercised to some extent, but I had allowed my usual high weight to balloon up and hit my highest in 2011 when I first joined MFP. I logged everything and got off over 30 pounds and then stopped…

Thank you for this reminder!!

I love that you started this thread. I lost 30+ pounds and kept it off for over a year. Then in December 2012 I started again. I added excercise in daily. Faithfully getting my 10,000 or more steps a day doing Zumba four times a week, but my diet has definitely fallen off. Like you, I am no longer in Plus sizes-which was…

I couldn't see the picture, but great job!

By far Premier Protein available in Sam's Club or on Amazon around 290 calories and 30 grams of Protein. I also like the THink THin Bars but they only have 20 Grams of protein

Yes, you will feel deprived if you do; especially if it is not bad for you.

Thanks for posting. My thighs have definitely gotten smaller as I am down 76 pounds, but they are flabby. I need to work on toning. Currently aside from cardio I am only using the hip adductor/abductor machine for thighs, and some squats. My knees are very arthritic, I am 49 years old, and still about 60 pounds overweight.…

I primarily go to class at the gym for Zumba. But I also haveZumba on the XBox Kinect which is awesome. You may also want to try You Tube, I know one of my instructors has a few of her routines on there so I am sure there are others. SO try these as well-nothing beats free:-)

I LOVED the Gino Giant:-) Best I ever had was Ray's Hell Burger in Arlington, Virginia. Hands down the best

Not sure what your overall health is, but a good idea is to check with your doctor, and get a baseline physical with labs so you know where you are starting. It could be hypoglycemic episodes but they do not generally just happen without an underlying issue.

Steaming in the microwave is probably the easiest no fuss way, I like to add a little chicken broth or bouillon for flavor. Also, as many have said roasting in the oven as well as grilling.

Welcome! What I like most about My Fitness Pal (MFP) is that it keeps me honest.When I joined two years ago I lost almost 40 pounds then I stopped using MFP. Well something worked because I didn't gain the weight back for the first time. But I did not lose anything either. I recommitted in December and have logged…

I love vegetables. But I can't stomach radishes or beets. I barely tolerate cooked carrots, but I Love them raw!

I have lost an Irish Setter I am 5 pounds away from a gold brick but ultimately My goal is = a newborn giraffe

I always put my hair up, but Sunday I was running late for Zumba and forgot my ponytail holder-boy was that a mistake!!

Moderation generally works

So after debating about putting my two cents in, here goes. I am sure the original post was to give persons who are interested an idea of how to do a 'low carb' diet. There are always many options for people to lose weight, and some work for different people. A person could likely eat processed foods and lose weight-many…

I so relate to that. I need to put the fan on before I start-it's like a mini-workout! The things we women do:-)

Wow! You should be proud. Great figure. Even when my weight is off, I won't have a body like that, I just don't have those curves.+

I am not sure of your age or how overweight you are or any previous injury/trauma to your joints/knees (these all factor in) IMO here are some things to consider: 1.What is your relationship with your doctor-does he know you and your history well, is he up-to-date with current evidence-based practices and do you trust his…

Definitely depends on what you like. Try and buy what you like so it can become a lifestyle. Experiment with different flavors. Try to avoid processed foods, fried foods, many "low fat' foods are high in sugar Some suggestions: boneless skinless chicken breast, rotisserie chicken is great when you don't feel like cooking;…

Same suggestions of many of the others. Almond milk really adds to the taste. I do 1/2 water and 1/2 almond milk I suggest you find a blend that works for you. Other things to add frozen blueberries, peaches strawberries (or what you like) Raw Super Food (this gives a great taste with the frozen veggies and you get all the…