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Thanks everyone. Great tips. That's interesting about perhaps not eating enough calories because of hormone changes etc. I'll look into that. I've definitely been eating my exercise calories so that should be fine and I eat very clean - good portion sizes, 6 times a day, protein with each snack and meal etc. I don't take…

Never heard this phrase 'eating clean' before. Cool! Thanks for all the tips and the encouragement. It means so much to have all you wise and supportive people out there! :happy:

Me too - school holidays are always a tough one for me because in the past I've often decided to let my hair down with the food. This time round I figure I can allow myself a few treats but I need to up the exercise to compensate. It's good to have MFP to keep me more concious of what I'm doing. Good luck with it. Feel…

Hi - ditto! I'm from Gloucestershire and would love more friends as am new and getting a lot of value out of everyone's encouragement. Feel free to add me anyone! P.S. I grew up in Norfolk. Norwich is a Fine City!:smile:

Hey Cyndi - welcome! I'm pretty new too. It's a great site. You'll love it. All the best with your journey. :smile:

Hey there - welcome! I'm 47 and looking to get this cracked once and for all too. This is a great site - you're going to love it. Feel free to add me as a friend.

Welcome! I'm pretty new too but loving it. Feel free to add me as a friend - I'd love to support you on your journey.:smile:

Thanks everyone!

Thanks - this is really helpful. Yes, I am currently 163lb - and would be very satisfied to reach 147lbs. I've been there before and it felt good to me. So, I understand you to be saying that MFP is basically saying 2lbs a week is not healthy. Got it. I can definitely live with that. I'll reset it 1lb a week and be…

Hi there! From your bio we sound quite similar in the challenges we face. I too am 47. Would love to be friends if you're on for it! Theresa