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There are some great recipes and ideas here: http://www.eatingwell.com/nutrition_health/weight_loss_diet_plans http://www.foodonthetable.com/ - has ideas for budget friendly meal planning and you can make a shopping list - not always diet friendly however! So you'd have to pick and choose and tweak some to be more health…

I get that way too! I feel like a food hoarder sometimes. When my husband starts picking food off my already smaller portion, I get a little food rage! ha. It's definitely a brain re-training process. I will not starve if I don't eat a mega portion and all the extras! But I do find myself having portion envy still, which…

Absolutely incredible story and great success! You are an inspiration! Congratulations on all your hard work!

So many snack ideas! Aside from fruits - I like to buy the reduced fat, single serve cheese snacks. Sargento has some good ones. I have that with some cut up vegetables and Yum! Or whole grain crackers with laughing cow cheese. Some low fat cottage cheese with tomatoes and cucumbers. A serving of almonds (or I get the…

Cardio kickboxing is my favorite fat burner. Cardio, weight training, healthy balanced eating, plenty of water, plenty of sleep - pill popping is not a good answer.

Make sure you're drinking enough water. If you're active, drink more to replace what you sweat out. Often times thirst can trigger a sweet tooth. Sometimes I'll have an herbal tea (I like the green tea with berry flavor) and maybe put in a 1/2 tsp of honey. Try eating your favorite fruits to satisfy a sweet tooth. Or, if…

That's an incredible NSV!! I think a lot of us forget the "real reasons' why we're here, as we get obsessed with the size of our jeans and the number on the scale. But that is a MAJOR accomplishment! Improved health and no medications. WOO WOO!! You have some celebrating to do! Great job! Keep up the wonderful work.

Personally, I can't tolerate Aspartame, Splenda or Stevia. Artificial sweeteners just don't agree with me. But, it's worth a try if you can't live without the sweet drink. Find something that works for you.

I can't believe they edited Emily D's name! HA! That just made me laugh. On a serious note - that's an amazing revelation to have. You must feel so good recognizing this in yourself and challenging yourself to be kind to you. That's a major accomplishment in itself. Congratulations!

I have the same problem. I have pretty nasty reactions to artificial sweeteners. From headaches to sick stomach to bladder issues! It's not a pretty thing. SO...here are some of my go-to drinks Plain H2O - really cold; sometimes I add a squeeze of fresh lemon, sometimes a sprig of fresh mint. If you have a big pitcher, you…

You look amazing! Healthy, happy and SO much younger! Great job on all your hard work and dedication! Keep up the wonderful healthy lifestyle. You're an inspiration!

Hmmm...there are lots of ideas out there. I guess it depends on how many calories you have available and what your tastes are! But here are some suggestions: What about a serving of whole grain crackers with some peanut butter Fresh Fruit - apples, oranges, pears, cut up melon, grapes.... A packet of instant oatmeal or a…

Wow! You can really see it around your back and stomach. Congratulations! Keep up the great work!

So inspirational! I'm on week 2, and this really helps me feel like it's worth it. :) Congratulations! Great job!

CONGRATULATIONS!!!! That's a HUGE accomplishment. And the weight will come off too. Don't stress about 6 pounds. This is a life time journey and you have made a major change to have a healthier life! That's SO AWESOME!!

You are incredible. I cannot believe how much you have accomplished in less than 1 year! You really motivate me to stick with it and follow through....for MYSELF, not for any other reason. Congratulations Rachel! You are a wonderful example!

If you hit "search" here on the message boards, and look for swimming challenge, you'll find this one! Good luck with it. And hope those new hips are fantastic! http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/317992-anyone-up-for-a-swimming-challenge?hl=swimming+challenge&page=1#posts-4242195

Agreed! I've used water bottles, cans of beans, laundry jugs with water in them, etc. You can get creative! Good luck with the program.

A hard boiled egg and a serving of cereal isn't too bad. Keeps you going. Or some plain unsweetened oatmeal, add in some fresh berries, sprinkle of cinnamon and maybe some slivered almonds (1 TBSP). It's very tasty. Whole grain english muffin with 1 TBSP unsweetened/natural peanut butter and a 1/2 tsp of honey drizzled on…

Donate them! Don't throw them out. I know Big Brothers/Big Sisters will do a pick up of used clothing right at your house in many areas. Or the Good Will, Salvation Army, local homeless shelter! There are so many people in need who would love to have your clothes. Congratulations!

balsamic vinegar, water, splash of olive oil and packet of italian dressing seasoning mix.

My official diagnosis is... 1. Allergies/sinus issues 2. Pregnancy 3. Dehydration (6 glasses may not be enough, especially if you're exercising) 4. Diabetes 5. Hypoglycemia 6. Hypothyroid 7. Hyperthyroid 8. Brain Tumor 9. Inner Ear Problems 10. Multiple Sclerosis 11. Not enough calories 12. Too much sugar in your diet, not…

Outstanding!! Congratulations on achieving that milestone. Keep up the great work! So exciting!

My sister had great success with it. She lost close to 100 pounds in about 7 months and really loves the lifestyle. Inspired by her, I tried it myself a few years ago and WOOF! What a disaster. I felt so sick, dizzy, cranky, crazed and unhealthy for 2 weeks. I was actually driving home after a long day at work, late in the…

Wonderful!! Congratulations. You look gorgeous!

You can transition yourself into Phase 2, where they add in more choices, etc. Your weight loss will be slightly less, but you might feel more satisfied.

Oh, and instant oatmeal packets are great. You can get the store brands pretty cheap! I eat the plain/natural unsweetened kind and mix in my own fresh fruits, etc. But you can get flavored kinds too - just watch the added sugar.

Hard boiled eggs are good. You can also make them different ways (into egg salad, deviled, etc.) I enjoy cottage cheese with some fruit (just had some in fact!) If you buy store brands, it's not too bad. Popcorn is a good bet - you can hot air pop it and sprinkle on your favorite seasonings. Yum! Low-fat cheese and cut up…

I'm sure of you Google "healthy fat sources" you can come up with plenty.

Hmmm...that's a tough one! I love avocado and peanut butter, but those are out for you, huh? What about Pumkin seeds, sunflower seeds and sunflower butter (instead of peanut butter?) Good luck!