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You could do it if you were very, very overweight but with only 10kg to lose, it's not likely or healthy to do so. Set up your goals here on mfp, see what calories it gives you. Make healthy food choices every day and get your body moving. You'll lose, maybe not as fast as you'd like, but it'll happen as long as you are…

One thing that has helped me is to start blogging here. I keep my blog private but it's been very helpful. I've made a list of all the reasons why I have to do this. A list of all the things that sometimes get in my way and how to work around it. Then when I'm having a down day I go read it. Another is to check out some of…

I'd suggest adding some oatmeal, greek yogurt, fruit or whole grain toast to breakfast. You need some carbs to get you moving. Adding some protein to your lunch will help keep you full longer. Chicken, tuna, cheese, hardboiled eggs, even bacon. Dinner for me is a protein, veggies and one kind of carb. Chicken, green beans…

Absolutely talk to your doctor. If the excess skin is preventing you from exercising, if you have recurrent rashes or skin issues, then insurance will often pay for the surgery to remove it. Each insurance has it's own rules as to how long you have to wait to prove it's not improving. That's why it's important to get it…

My husband continues to have "bad" stuff in the house. If it's something he knows I really like, he'll keep it downstairs in his Man Cave if possible. He also buys stuff he loves but I don't like so I'm not tempted. He also does all the cooking in our house, so he's had to change what he cooks to match my requirements. In…

Steroids wreck havoc on your body in so many ways. It's too bad they haven't been able to develop something that accomplishes the same thing with fewer side effects. I have to take them on and off for asthma so yeah, I've been there. I know it's going to increase my appetite, so I make sure I have lots of healthier snacks…

It's fine. Weight loss isn't linear, meaning every single time you get on the scale you won't see a smaller number. One day up a lb, next day down 2lbs, third day up lb etc. You want to see a downward trend over time, day to day changes don't mean a lot.

Gall bladder issues in people who are losing weight is extremely common. So much so, folks who undergo weight lose surgery are often given medication to help prevent gall stone development during the initial 6 months of fast loss. I developed pancreatitis, caused by gall stones. A week in the hospital then surgery took…

I've been using an app called Healthy Out. You enter your dietary requirements, low cal, low carb, reduce salt etc and it gives you all restaurants nearby that have options meeting those requirements on their menu. Select a restaurant, then look through the options. Picking a food item brings up the nutrients. Most chain…

When you are ready to move on to more than walking, a recumbent stationary bike is fabulous when you have back problems. I ride mine almost daily. Light hand weights (or use 2 cans, 2 jugs, 2 bottles etc) are good for upper body strengthening. I have an exercise ball and video which are fun. Stretch bands are inexpensive…

You just need to add a couple of calorie dense foods into your day. Are you going over on sugars because of fruit or less healthy options? If it's fruit, then the sugars aren't that big of a deal as long as you aren't diabetic. To me, the most important thing to get is protein. The other limits are good suggestions. You…

Canned and frozen veggies are cheap and often have just as much nutrients as fresh. (Just watch the sodium in canned versions). Greek yogurt has more protein than regular and keeps you feeling full longer. Fresh bananas and berries maintain their water content over freeze dried, and again, keep you fuller. Combining a…

I do like tic tacs and sugar free hard candies for a quick sweet. Fruit is great when craving sweets but I also have to limit my carbs, and many fruits are high carbs too. Greek yogurt with some berries is good. I try to go for protein, so yogurt, cheese, hardboiled eggs, nuts, peanut butter, milk etc. But I do love Skinny…

That is an amazing loss! We all have those bumps in the road but stick it out and get back to it when you're over them. You are doing great!

WTG! You are doing and looking great!

You can buy prepared whole chickens if you like. Add veggies and you have several meals. Baking chicken breasts is fairly simple. (I do not cook either!) Many like to spend Sunday afternoon prepping/ cooking then divide out into individual portions for the week. Cutting up veggies is easy just watch your fingers. Those…

Do you have a kitchen? By "in town" do you mean away from home for the day? There are quite a few items you could pack and take with you. Tuna in a pouch, fruit/fruit cups (in water, not syrup), sugar free pudding, carrots, humus maybe and use those to supplement whatever item you buy out. A small insulated lunch bag or…

Welcome! Kudos for getting a preventative jump start! A reduced carb diet (not no carb) and daily exercise are key components for managing blood sugars. There's tons of info online and lots of helpful folks here. It's a lot to wrap your head around at first but it's pretty easy to pick up the key points quickly. It's an…

Since the weather isn't too cooperative in MN, I've been riding my stationary bike all winter. I recently added hand weights, an exercise ball and body weight exercises like squats, planks, sit ups etc. Once the weather gets nice, I plan to ride my bike and take walks. I love to garden, so a lot of my time is spent tending…

Welcome! I was diagnosed type 2 in December. I was starving for the first couple of weeks after, as I was afraid to eat anything. Now, most of the cravings have gone as I have replaced high carb foods for better options. A couple of ideas: Mission Carb Balance tortilla wraps - 6gm net carbs, 13gm fiber, 5gm protein - love…

For a person without diabetes or insulin resistance, timing of when you eat your carbs really doesn't matter. If you have one of those conditions, then completely disregard that statement. I eat reduced carb but it's because I have to for medical reasons.

I'm also concerned that at 1200 calories and that much exercise, your net calories per day is very low. While you'll lose in the short term, it's tough to build muscle when you have nothing left for fueling them. Purely my opinion.

I'll second greek yogurt with berries and sugar free jello and pudding. But I love Skinny Cow. They have several kinds of ice cream bars (I love the caramel truffle) and crisp bars that are good as candy (chocolate and peanut butter). I like sugar free hard candies as well. My suggestions are based upon my reduced carb…

I totally agree with bethira. It seems they are trying to put you down in a way that makes them feel better about their lack of effort in regards to health. I do think they won't give up until you stand up for yourself in some manner, whether it's with your reply or a trip to HR.

My best advice is to set your goal to .5 lbs a week and go about it slowly since you don't have a lot to lose. You can drop weight without exercising as long as you stay within your calorie goals. Just try to incorporate being active into your day when you have a choice. For example, parking at the other end of the parking…

I'm in the same boat. I've already replaced most of my work wardrobe and a few wear around the house pieces. It's still cold here in MN but we are getting ready for a beach vacation, so I had to go find a few summer clothes too, which I know probably won't fit come summer. Shoot, the dress pants I bought in January are now…

I think it sounds reasonable for now. As you lose, the number of calories allotted per day will gradually decrease over time. You'll likely see higher lose rates in the beginning too which is always good for motivation. If you find your calorie goal too tough to meet, decrease your goal to a lb a week. It'll come off…

I agree, I think it's more a toning issue than weight. Lifting and core exercises may help.

Your eating and exercise plan sounds pretty good. I'd say try to focus on being as healthy as you can, no matter the number on the scale at the moment. As long as you are keeping to your calorie goals you will gradually lose, it just may be a little slower. it's really hard to make good decisions, like bypassing that candy…

There are many many posts in the forums regarding PCOS. You can do a search on it to find them. There are also several groups dedicated to PCOS. Go to the groups tab and put PCOS in the search to find those as well. A reduced carb diet is generally recommended with insulin resistance.