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Candy I could resist. It was when they brought in the Scotch that I'd be in trouble.

I think if you are trying to lose weight, you have to know how much you are eating. You are probably eating and drinking way more calories than you think. You should check out Secret Eaters on You Tube. Eye opening. If you eat less than your burn you will lose weight, not the other way around.

I know boredom is part of it for me too. But another thing I find difficult is to see food on TV. Whether it is just a scene with people eating or a cooking show, I'm getting to the point where I'm just going to have to quit watching! I don't know why I am so easily stimulated to eat. I hope I get over it the more I…

Are you diabetic? I'd have my blood sugar tested.

^ this

Are you tracking all of your food and drinks accurately?

Two fried eggs, two pieces of bacon and a slice of toast is well under 500 calories. Add some fruit!

Metamucil is a miracle cure for me. Not harsh and I even like the taste.

I try not to think of MFP as starting or stopping. Some days I'm less perfect than others but each day is new. I just keep trying. You can do this. Tell everyone you know that you are working on improving your diet and exercise. Some will help you. Some will try to sabotage you. Some will be jealous of your results. Start…

Actually, this is true for any restaurant. If you eat out all the time, be careful. French fries, for instance, is up to the person filling the box. If you jam them in, you could probably be getting 1-1/2 servings. You just have to watch and account for it unless you carry your food scale with you!

It sounds like you have fallen back into some old habits. Remember that these are not monumental obstacles, just bad habits to be broken. Just pick one thing, like eating between meals at your desk, and work to change it. Break it down into parts and you can find your way back. If you quit logging food, start doing that…

Yes, I've tried it when I got tired of being so restrictive and I've succeeded at it. It is a great idea for your vacation and really just a preview of how life will be. Have fun!

^^this. I think they were hoping it was a pill, shake , detox or something.

I do much better if I take Metamucil everyday. It isn't a laxative and isn't harsh, but just really helps with bloating and regularity. I even like the way it tastes. And it is supposed to positively effect blood sugar and cholesterol. Good luck.

If you don't already, learn to cook! You can make tortillas from just flour, water and shortening. You can make soups from a cheap cut of meat and a pot full of.vegetables. Eggs, tuna, chicken are all cheap usually. Look for a sale ands then buy extra for your freezer. I always have onions, potatoes and carrots. They are a…

I would never tell someone else what to do, but the only way to stop the yo-yoking is to make a healthy lifestyle for yourself. Eat reasonably, track your food, and exercise if you can. It is calories in versus calories out. From my experience, the faster it comes off, the faster it goes back on. Sustainability is key.

Quite a few people on this thread have deactivated their accounts. Hmmmm

You will never really know why you gain weight if you aren't tracking your food. By that I mean measuring and weighing, and logging. You may be overestimating your calorie burns and underestimating what you are eating. Terms like "lots of vegetables" indicate to me you aren't tracking. Having said that, a 2 pound gain…

If you are going to Germany, I would eat the German food and enjoy it! I lived there for 6 years and love the German cooking. Even though I ate, I walked it all off.

I don't know if it helps, but maybe try not to think of it as starting over. Think of it as learning new habits, breaking old ones and continuously learning how to live a healthier life. If I have a bad day or even a week, I don't start over, I just try day to day to make the right choices. Sometimes I succeed! You are…

I think what the OP is saying is that it isn't a one off. That she is struggling with this on a regular basis. I know that I'm having trouble myself. I've lost about the same amount of weight, starting to feel a little more comfortable, and am giving myself permission too often. Going over my calories doesn't seem to…

Great job! Be proud of yourself!

When I get in bed at night, I take my ipad and go over my diary and input the things I've missed. If I don't do it at night, the next morning I input what I can remember on the day before. Keep practicing. It gets easier. I practiced for two weeks before I think I got it.

Did you look it up in the database?

I want on a 10 day cruise and gained ten pounds. It took me seven years to take off that ten pounds. Be careful. And one more thing. Don't drink 7 piña Coladas a day. That is what did me in. Unlimited piña Coladas!

It sounds like you are flirting with an eating disorder.

I've found this to be true. It is fairly accurate for me.

It sounds like you're already starting so why not take it one step further and log your food, starting right now. Don't diet, just practice logging. I did that the first two weeks before I kicked in. You can do this. I'm 57 and I know exactly where you are. Been there. You will either worry about what to wear this weekend,…

Are you eating enough carbs?