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Thanks for the article clipping. Sounds like good advice. Louisa

You could treat yourself if you have a really good week.:wink:

Great comments, thanks!

I would have to say new sexy lingerie!

Pics are a great motivator! You look great!

Sounds good! I'll have to try them. Louisa

How do you make a green smoothie? Louisa

I read about sugar substitues. It said they were made from an ingredient found in insecticide. There are some other sweetners being made with the extract of the Stevia plant found in South America. There is some controversy over it because it's all natural and is taking the spot light away from artificial sweetners. It is…

That happened to me too. I had reduced my calorie intake too soon, so I went back up to MFP's suggested calorie intake and I saw the scale move down almost instantly 2.4 lbs. I will see what happens next week. I heard some have lost hair by lowering calorie intake too soon and I don't want that to happen. So I agree just…

Looks like you'll be eatig alot of salads and fruits! If you have a marketplace like store that has a deli with lots of fresh whole foods that they have cooked already, maybe buy some turkey or chicken breast to add to your salads. You could save the leftovers in your fridge. Good luck at college! Louisa

Dark Chocolate Believe it or not, chocolate is a healthy treat, as long as you choose wisely. Dark chocolate is rich in flavonoids, antioxidants that have been shown to lower blood pressure, improve blood flow, and boost overall heart health. Choose chocolate that is at least 70 percent cacao or cocoa to optimize the…

Hard boiled egg whites, (are quick) Turkey sausage, Oatmeal w/ fruits and nuts w/ toast are some of my favorites. They even have the egg whites sold in cartons at the store so you can make omlets, w turkey sausage and low-fat cheese throw in your favorite veggies! Yumm... Have fun! Louisa

All right Thursday! You heard that? Will do! Thanks

Hi! Welcome newbie! Yes, it is very user friendly. You're gonna love it here. It's a great motivational tool. Hope to see you around. TTYL, Louisa

Welcome newbie! I love everyones openness on MFP, and all the support from friends! It helps to view peoples profiles/journals, and make friends. Everyone has inspirational stories, great meal ideas and there are some great workout challenges out there too. Have fun! Louisa

Congratulations on making it here! You're on the right track!

Awesome! So proud of you!

Doing my workouts and making the right food coices makes ME feel GOOD. The weight will come off, it's not gonna happen over night. That's the harsh reality of it. When I'm slacking on my workouts and eating unhealthy food I feel so bad about myself. So that's why I'm sticking to this. I don't like feeling bad about myself.…

Teach them about both backgrounds and that will give them pride in themselves. But you have to do this at an early age before TV gets to them! Not all races are depicted equaly on most TV programs and even cartoons have subliminal messages. Most of all show them that you love eachother and that color, race, sexual…

Yes, true, but don't forget the long legged beauties have a place in this world as well. The key is smaller meals more often and smaller portions. You can do it! Try a dance team at school. Those pounds will fly off! TTYL, Louisa

I had a couple of weeks like that too. Then something happened and I was back in full force! I burned 5700 calories last week, so I know I can do this. I'm In two challenges this week and excited about it. Maybe you should join one of these challenges to keep you motivated. Friends are also a great motivation for me. One…

Ok! I'm in for this challenge! Louisa

We get caught up in our own struggles that it helps to think about others struggles as well. Great idea! Louisa

I want to lose weight so I can... Have more energy, climb a mountain if I wanted to, go canoeing again, wear a fantastic bathing suit, be here for my family as the healthiest wife,mom,daughter,sister,niece,aunt, I can be! Why do you want to lose weight? "To succeed you need to find something to hold on to, something to…

I want to lose weight so I can... Have more energy, climb a mountain if I wanted to, go canoeing again, wear a fantastic bathing suit, be here for my family as the healthiest wife,mom,daughter,sister,niece,aunt, I can be! "To succeed you need to find something to hold on to, something to motivate you, something to inspire…

To climb steep hills requires slow pace at first. William Shakespeare This weekend my family had a party at Petter Pipper Pizza. Ugh! Oh and did I mention I love pizza? Well when it was all said and done I had only one slice and one chicken wing and a couple sips of a glass of beer. I didn't know I had it in me! It felt so…

I thought what everyone said was awesome advice, and I used some for myself! This life can sometimes be a tough journey, but you're still here and you have another day to tell someone you love them and to love yourself. I found this quote and it speaks to me. Hope it does to you too. Have a healthy and happy day. Whether…

It's a struggle everyday. But I feel better when I'm doing the right thing. I feel so guilty when I'm not here and slacking off. Keep up the good work! I'm off to the gym!

Yes, I agree. I am under my calorie intake, completed my workout and I'm not hungry. I still feel I ate too much today. So I looked over my log and it was actually good. Its just wierd that I'm eating and don't have to feel guilty about it. I guess it's the choice of food that makes all the difference! Well, I hope it…

Dear frustrated, The way I understand it from my nutritionist; As long as you start off with the correct calories anything you burn is just gonna be put in the "bank of calories burned". Your good. Unless, you are not reaching your calorie intake to begin with, BEFORE you login your excersise. Hope I was some help. Keep up…