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I like the Premier Protein drinks because at Costco they are less than $1.40 each with 30 grams of protein and only a few carbs. At first I thought $1.40 was still an indulgence but it is a lot cheaper than eating out or buying already prepared food at the market.

Thank you for sharing your experiences. I am feeling a bit better. I can't wait until I can eat a little bit of real food. I am not used to taking medication or vitamins regularly but I have been focusing on that the last few days.

Pizza Hut is an opportunity to eat some fat and salt loaded with some fat and salt and more fat and salt with a little sugar probably thrown in. I think a bigger question might be, "In a world of overeating and engineered foods why shouldn't the family all make a choice to meet somewhere healthier? Send a message to each…

As most have said this is a very personal decision. I am 47 and my starting BMI hovered around 40. My insurance did not cover WLS so it did not matter whether I met the criteria - but I did because I also have high blood pressure and intermittent hypothyroidism. I have 25 years of struggling. About four years ago my…

You can customize your percentages based on what is recommended by your health care professional or trainer. I think MFP sets it automatically at 55% carbohydrates. A very low carbohydrate diet might have 25% or less, South Beach has about 30%, Zone 40% - you get the idea. So first clarify what is healthiest for you and…

Several good suggestions - the book, OA, eating within MFP goals. I would look and see if you can identify foods that lead to binging. For me that is refined carbohydrates, diet soda (and most foods with artificial sweetners), chips, salted nuts, and sometimes popcorn. I also have that experience of binging if I don't eat…

Dinner is my biggest meal. I'm pretty sure this is not the healthiest choice. Some of this is because I am trying to eat my exercise calories on the day I burn them and I don't always know the if/when/how long when the day starts. If I know I am going to burn 600+ calories in a day I eat a much more caloric breakfast. I…

I would echo the comment that smoking is a bigger threat to overall health than weight. Chantix is the most effective method to stop smoking with little to no weight gain. If you are not ready to stop consider some non-food alternatives like flavored toothpicks or nicotine gum. Apples can be a good choice - low in calories…