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Instead of throwing it out, why not donate it to a food bank or something? I'm sure there are plenty of people who need it more than a garbage dump.

C! The new pants I bought are getting a bit loose, I'll probably be in search of 2 sizes smaller in about a month or two. I refuse to buy them more often than I have to.

Is there a friend you can call just to talk? Maybe pace around the house on the phone so your body is doing something but avoid the kitchen?

By being very hungry, getting frustrated with a growling stomach and ultimately raising it to 1400-1500. If you're determined to stick to 1200 or were told by a doctor to do so, fill up on protein, fiber and fat. They'll help you feel fuller. . .but at 1200 it really only does so much. What is your estimated BMR? (click on…

Is it feasible to put your son in a stroller and angrily walk around the neighborhood to let off steam? I know it's way too cold where I am for that. . .but maybe you're luckier.

That is amazing progress!! Good for you for working up the courage to post those pictures. Maybe I'll do that someday too. . . MAYBE. Congratulations and keep it up!

The last time I took my measurements I was 174.6 Lbs. I am now 172 but I won't measure again until February 1. 5'4" 174.6 Lbs Chest: 40 Waist: 31 Hips: 43

I don't think it sounds unhealthy. It just sounds like more time than I want to put into my own accountability, but it seems to be working well for you and that is excellent! I know you said beside logging, but that really is the #1 thing that holds me to it. Well, I guess keeping my diary open is the thing that truly…

I was able to read the first of 3 pages, then it told me the site was down for maintenance. Very interesting points and I don't doubt the validity of the authors claims one bit, though I fail to see a need (personally) to figure out EXACTLY how many calories my body takes from each thing I eat. I'm comfortable with the…

First: Congrats on your loss so far. Second:11Lbs in two weeks is almost a pound a day. It seems like you can easily eat more food, not starve at all and still lose a few pounds each week. Third: I don't look at them as "cheat" days. That implies I'm doing something wrong. Some days I will overeat and that's all there is…

That is a good point. . . I can spare 5 minutes a day.

I'm 5'4" and my goal for now is 135. Once I reach that, I will eat to maintain a weight of 125Lbs. If I'm satisfied with my appearance before then, I'll maintain a higher weight. With varying body shapes and BF% it's difficult to say what a good weight for you would be. As far as eating "better" goes, I used to try to eat…

Ask HER, not us! Communication and honesty are important in ALL relationships, not just romantic relationships. If you're wondering what's up, give her a call. Send her a "thinking of you" card and let her know you miss your time together. Be the one to make the plans and invite her someplace. ETA:: This has never really…

I weighed everything when I started but at this point, I've gotten so used to what certain amounts look like that I estimate for SOME foods. For instance, I eat bananas and cheese often. I really don't need to weigh either to stay on track. I know what 1oz of cheese looks like and I know what 90g of banana looks like. I…

I think what they mean is that sugar by itself while eating at a deficit does not make you fat. If you eat more protein, fat, carbs, etc. than your body is expending. . . that is, if you eat ANY calories more than your body is using, it will be stored as fat.

I do my best to meet my goals for protein and fat because my body needs them the most. I end up getting enough carbs without trying. I have to put in effort to get enough fiber and I'm currently looking for ways to improve my fiber intake. But yes, I pay attention to my macros (food categories). The body needs the protein…

I have a few drinks most weeks and it hasn't affected my weight loss in ANY way. I log it and try to fit it into my macros. If I have a few calories left over and I want a beer, I'll have one. Sometimes half of one if that's all that will fit. If I want something to drink but don't have any extra calories, I just don't…

I'm losing weight and still eating chocolate and cookies and I barely exercise, unless work counts. I started this while I had a broken foot and was stuck on my butt all day and I was losing 2-2.5Lbs weekly at 1200. . .but I got real hungry and started eating more and losing at a slower rate. It really is as easy as…

I just lowered mine from 1500 to 1400. I don't want to lose too quickly but I'm also impatient. . . I'm hoping this is a happy medium for me.

Yup! I'd skip it except that I'm groggy in the mornings without some food in me and I end up making mistakes at work that cost my company money. That makes me boss upset. So, sadly, I will continue to eat breakfast to maintain good work performance. I try to keep it small though because I prefer to have some calories for…

I HAVE to give this recipe to my boyfriend's mother. She's diabetic and avoids carbs as much as possible with the exception of vegetables. She hasn't eaten pizza in years.

Most people seem to advocate weekly, but I weigh myself daily and record all losses 1+Lbs on MFP. I notice patterns and I like watching them. I don't feel upset if the scale goes up or doesn't go down because I understand my weight will fluctuate throughout the weeks/days.

4 days ago. It's the cupcakes I made myself for my birthday. SO good.

It isn't dangerous at all (as long as you're not starving yourself, of course!), but you lose more muscle along with the fat if you eat too far below it. I started eating below my BMR and lost fewer inches per pound on the scale than I do now that I eat around my BMR. If somebody's end goal is to look leaner in addition to…

Yes. I didn't think anybody would guess correctly. :(

I'm going to go with #3. Your profile is new, I'm guessing you haven't lost much yet. 1.) I have a certificate from the Tootsie Roll company for telling them how many licks it takes to get to the center. 2.) I was really fat in high school. 3.) A relative of mine used to babysit Seth Green. When he was a child, of course.

Right now I'm eating 39g (dry) of quick oatmeal with diced apple, cinnamon, ginger and ground clove with 1/2 c whole milk and 1/2 c water. It tastes like apple pie. :love: ETA: and 8g of white sugar. . . because it's damn delicious!

Don't wait until "tomorrow." I've changed my thought process to, "Man, I really blew it at lunch. I'll do better starting NOW." I see no point in feeling guilty or bad about messing up my macros/calorie goal. This is a lifestyle change for me. I will ALWAYS have a day here and there where I go over my calories or don't eat…

Why do you care what strangers on the internet think? If YOU know that you are correct, why bother to prove yourself to anybody? Why waste the mental energy caring at all?

My boyfriend and I live together but we keep separate bank accounts and each handle 1/2 of all shared bills. We are solely responsible for our own bills (car payments, auto insurance, cell phones, credit card, student loans, etc.). What we do with our money is up to us as long as we can afford our half of the shared bills.…