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Organic agave is high in fructose and is not that much different from corn syrup (just in case you thought it was special). You could also use honey, or maple syrup, whatever you like the taste of. Adding it accurately to your tracker is key. If you are concerned about the calories have you tried some of the fruit flavored…

No they don't. There are numerous studies that describe how difficult it is to change your gut microflora. Some people do change it but they basically have to clear it out and get a fecal transplant to add new bacteria back in.

There is wobble because you are a model in ill fitting high heels walking down a slick runway and wobble as in you can see the muscles moving in the legs as someone walks, or because they have a little fat. Everyone's legs will "wobble" when they walk. Keeping working out if it fits into your goals but work on being less…

This is part of the reason that you need to eat more during the week. You can't rely on a big weekend to undo the week or month. I have looked at your diary, it would be easy to eat more calories dense foods, you tend to be light on fat and protein. You eat a lot of vegetables which is great but they can also be very…

If I knew then my other half wouldn't be as large as he is. Just keep up the good work and enjoy the progress that you make, maybe he will be motivated eventually.

It is totally ok to love the exercise and the sense of family. I don't like it when I can't get to the gym. It is also okay to push yourself physically if you have a goal (and are not injuring yourself). However, athletes at most levels understand that they need to take care of their bodies and feed their bodies in order…

You had a rough patch. Dust yourself off and get back on track, you can do it. I always find that finding my way back to good habits helps take some of that guilt pressure off of my mind.

Seconding all of the good advice above. Use a smaller plate. Portion out food, eat it and then sit for a little while to let the physical signals get to your brain. You can always save leftovers for the next day. You are in charge of your brain.

You are young (your metabolisms isn't going to get any faster), and you may not be eating that much on the other days. If you are concerned about your health than a doctor is the person that you should talk to. I would also strongly suggest talking to someone about your eating habits.

Once a week, I tend to get frustrated by lack of change if I check it more often.

My collar bones are always on display. I carry very little of my fat on my shoulders and arms. It is genetic. It is not a sign of health or fitness and not really something that you can diet or exercise you way to. Also, people in the media (on tv, movies, magazines) are supposed to look better than they do normally, that…

You can do it. Keep making small, consistent, healthy changes.

A lotion with some salicylic acid should help gently exfoliate, and moisturizing helps too.

^^^ agree with everything

If you just started working out then give yourself some time to adjust and for it to show up on the scale. Muscles will hang onto extra water if they are doing new things.

Why do you need a scale? Why not work on getting healthy habits set first. Do you have a therapist or counselor that you can talk about this with?

Check your shoes and your posture when you are standing/walking. Stretch and roll out your muscles when you get home. I find that yoga helps a lot with the stiffness that I get from working on my feet all day.

Part of the nutrients that you need on heavy days are calories. Calories what is powering your body, vitamins and minerals are good but they are not fuel. The numbers have to add up, if you exercise a lot and don't eat enough your body is going to consume itself to keep your basic functions going. I think that most people…

I always wanted to be 6' tall, stopped at 5'10". Goal weight 150 lbs ish but it more about body composition and capability for me now. I wear a size 10 in pants and thanks to bones the smallest I will get is a 8 but that is fine with me.

You burned over 1,000 calories according to your diary (and that is a rest day?), and you only ate 1450. You need to eat more if you are going to work out that much.

I have a Fitbit One, it replaced my old Ultra. I love it, it helps get me up and moving around during the day.

This is why quick fixes don't work, because they rely on strict plans and lots of will power. If you work on slow weight loss and changing habits then you won't have to exert as much will power because it will become your behavior "set point". You can do it!

Losing weight quickly won't cause you to regain weight. Not establishing good and sustainable habits are the cause of you gaining weight (see you getting ravenous and not logging calories). Changing your habits takes time. If you don't make long term changes in your behavior you are always going to wind up back where you…

5'10" 160 lbs Thighs 23 in. Calves 15 in. Totally genetics, and we won't talk about my hip measurement. I really only want to lose 5-10lbs and work on recomp more.

For me the key to lower my triglycerides was regular (3-5 days a week) exercise and eating less (not low) carbs and more dietary fat.

"Clean eating" doesn't have a consensus meaning and is really great at creating food shame. I focus on eating whole foods and cooking things for myself. Lots of vegetables, good quality meats and carbs. The key to sticking with anything for me is to eat a variety of things. So I will go to the store and buy things that I…

Seems crazy but ignore the scale for a little while. Your weight is going to fluctuate normally and it will be even more pronounced when you are changing your diet and exercise habits. The waist trainer isn't going to do anything to help you lose weight. You aren't going to be able to lose a significant amount of weight in…

I am 5'10" and my goal weight is 150 lbs. Even in high school when I was 130 I wore a size 8, so much about how clothing fits is how you are built (and how much muscle you carry around).

Seriously change your pill, it can time to find the one that doesn't make you crazy. I have been on my current pill for years and it is great since I can go for months without a period. No PMS = no eating everything in sight for two day a month.

Lifting makes me super hungry. The best thing to combat it is to have a plan. Log your food, plan for some carbs and protein after lifting. If you slip up get over it and move on.