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I agree with prune juice and plenty of water! If I couldn't get my kids to drink it, I would use a medicine dropper and give them a little bit at a time (spread out over 30 minutes or so) until I got a couple of ounces in them. Always worked and they didn't taste too much of it. They didn't complain! Good luck. Betty

I've been doing the same thing! Only, I've gained 3 lbs!!!!!! Today, however, I have vowed to get back on track and today has been a "good diet" day. I feel so much better when I do the right thing...no guilt! Thanks for the pep talk! Betty

Hi and welcome. Like you, I needed to lose 70 lbs for health reasons six months ago. I started using this site and have since dropped about 36 lbs. I'm half way to my goal and it's been sooo easy compared to other diets. It's all about educating yourself and making better choices. Don't try to starve yourself. It's amazing…

I have lost 33 lbs since joing in late August! I have been overweight for nearly 10 years so for me, this is a HUGE accomplishment. I still have another 20 lbs to go before I reach my goal weight and another 35 until I am at my ideal weight according to my doctor. Either way, I'm happy with my progress and if I can do it,…

Started in late Aug at 203. This morning, I was 172! That's 31 lbs of my 50 lb goal. Betty

Well, I am only 5'4" and my starting weight was over 200. I describe myself as sedintary, however, my doc advised me to eat a maximum of 1800 calories per day. That's quite a lot of food! I've been following her guidlines for 3 months and I have lost 27 lbs. It is possible to eat quite a bit and lose weight - if you're…

Congratulations to you! Well done! You must be proud...we're all proud of you. Keep up the good work! Betty

My husband has promised me a new ring when I reach my goal of 50 lbs. As for short-term goals, I have already lost 26 lbs so last week, I treated myself to a new CD that I have been wanting. Nothing too extravagant, but it did the trick! Betty

Elizabeth, welcome and good luck to you. Also, please thank your husband for us for his service to our country and I hope he returns home safely very soon! Keep us posted on your progress. Betty

Welcome. I'm sure you will like it here. It's a great place to work towards those get healthy/weight loss goals! Good luck. Betty

:happy: Welcome. Good luck with your endeavors. This site has been great for me. I have been here for 9 weeks and have lost 23 lbs. I'm sure it will work for you. We're all pulling for you! Betty

Hi Silver, I too have tried over the years to lose weight several times/several ways. However, this time, I've been consistent for two months now (longer than ever before) and have lost 18 lbs with the help of this site. It truly works and I find that it gets easier as time goes by. I am also exercising more than ever and…

Hi Mashee, this is exactly what I've been doing for the last 8 weeks and I've lost 19 lbs. I pretty much eat whatever I want, only less! Also, I cut out soft drinks and I don't eat after dinner at all. For exercise, I walk and use a stair master. What a difference. And you're also right that you get used to it.…

Welcome slmak! The best motivation I can offer is when it's going well for you, everyone around you will be envious and inspired. It's a great feeling to hear your friends and family say wow, you're doing so great maybe I can do it too! Tell me how you're doing it and let's see if it works for me! I love thinking that…

Congratulations Kirsty! Keep up the good work! Sorry, I don't know the answer to your question. Betty

Sassy, I don't know if this works for everyone or not, but I read, a LOT! I read everything in the grocery store so that we can make smarter choices. I also bought a good calorie book that is pocket size for when I am caught having to eat out somewhere. This way, I can look things up and decide from there. If we know what…

When my doctor told me 5 weeks ago that I HAD to loose a LOT of weight (she said 70 lbs, I said 50!), I sat in her office and cried. I understood the benefits to my health (lower BP, heart health, lower diabetes risks, etc) but I was also scared that I couldn't do it. After I finished crying, my husband told me to just…

Welcome Annie! I've been using this site for about 5 wks now and have lose 15 lbs. I still have a LONG way to go (at least 35 more lbs), but I find this site informative and helpful and I love the motivation and support from others on the boards. You've done a great job on your own. We all hit those walls at some point.…

Good luck Kristy. I'm sure you will do just fine. I had a really tough day earlier this week, but hubby got me through it. I have faith in you. You are going with the right attitude. Can't wait to hear how it went when you return. Have fun! Betty

I also agree with Skinnier-me on this. Your guys is not helping you and if he's trying to motivate you, surely there are more positive and constructive ways to do it. If someone loves you, they should love you for the real you, on the inside. Looks (and even perfect bodies) will fade as years go by and it's what's on the…

Hi all, I started in late August at 200. Today I'm at 188. That's 12 pounds in a month! My goal is 150ish. I hope to be close to that by next summer! I'll be happy if I can be at 180 by my next weigh-in at the dr's office on Oct 25! Hubby started just after I did and he's at 12 pounds now too! It's great doing it together.…

I'm 36 with 2 kids. My goal is 153, although my doctor wants me to get down to 132! I started this program at 200 and have lost 6 lbs so far. It's slow but as long as I am careful not to take too many liberties, it seems to work. I, too, am a stress eater and I find that as long as I stay busy, I can keep from eating so…

Good luck to both of you. It's great to have someone to kick you around when you slip! I think you will both do just great! Betty

Hi, I'm Betty and I started (for the umpteenth time like you) a little over a week ago and I've lost 5 pounds. I have a LONG way to go but also like you, I'm sticking to my guns this time. Good luck to you and your friend (I have to - high blood pressure!). I have found this site very helpful along the way. Betty

Hi, I'm Betty and I'm new here too! I am just starting this diet and I am excited but I don't have a lot of will power so I'm not sure if I can do it. Good luck to everyone.