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You need to eat less calories than you burn to lose weight. You don't have to exercise to lose weight, many people don't. I lost 100# before I even began walking more. Now I go to the gym everyday. Exercise is important to overall health. You should always consult with a health care professional when you begin a weight…

Really? There is nothing wrong with indulging if you have the calories for it. Who decides what is healthy? I have been on MFP for over 4-1/2 years, almost 3 years of sustaining a weight loss of over half of my current body weight. I accomplish this by all foods in moderation, and have been sustaining my weight by…

lose weight = eat less calories than you burn..................that is it.

This is interesting. My iphone steps have always been lower than actual steps (comparing to fit bit and the machine) Since I have downloaded iOS10, it is recording even lower step counts. ie: this morning, step count 65 minutes on elliptical: fitbit 10,750; machine 11, 066; iphone 7,830. I have tested the step count…

There is a raspberry vinaigrette by Maple Grove Farms (sugar free) very low calorie (5 calories for 2TBS) that I like. My favorite is Wishbone fat free chunky blue cheese. It is only 30 calories for 2 TBS. I eat this all the time and have thinly sliced steak and Treasure Cave blue cheese crumbles on top of my greens. I…

Find what works for you. I never really remember being hungry until I started MFP. I was almost always nibbling on something, that is why I was morbidly obese. It does get better. Keep a lot of raw veggies prepped and drink water. I lost 100 pounds in the first 7 months. Total lost 160 pounds by 20 months. I have…

I seriously love the pumpkin spice treats, but, I think warm apple crisp with a scoop of cinnamon ice cream is absolutely divine! A co-worker just brought it to work for me for my 65th birthday a couple of weeks ago. Yummy! .................I do love pecan pie though............but have not had any since joining MFP almost…

[/quote] That's a pretty wild generalisation. I have a sweet treat every day and haven't struggled through 80lbs down. [/quote] ^^Me too, and I have lost over 1/2 of my current body weight and kept it off for almost 3 years. All foods in moderation (including candy) has worked well for me so far. The biggest thing I have…

^Doesn't fill me up, but it makes me happy to have a piece of candy, plus I fit it into my calories for the day, and allow for daily sweets.

^^Popcorn is good for you. It is one of my main go to snacks. I have gotten so I really like it with no butter on it. I air pop it and grate some parmesan cheese on it.

There is no excuse for rude comments by adults in the work place. If you are an adult and do this, you have very poor manners, and you should be reported to HR. Grow up and join the civilized world.

I can't say I love going to the gym, but I go everyday. I will never love it. Getting it over first thing in the morning is the best part about going to the gym. It is just something I have to do, like brushing my teeth, taking a shower, etc. I have only missed one day at the gym in 20 months, and that was because of a…

I have had a fit bit for almost 4 years. I wear mine every day, and have only forgotten to put it on twice. First a One, Then the Force (discontinued) and a Charge HR for about 16 months. No problems with any of them, except the Force which I developed a rash on my wrist from. I am currently trying to justify buying the…

Eating more calories than you burn makes you fat. Sugar has 15 calories/teaspoon. All foods in moderation. Sustainability is key for maintaining weight loss.

I go to the gym everyday now, but when I was losing I would walk around the house and up and down stairs to get my steps in every day. Especially during the winter when it is dark when I get home from work. (I live in country and it is scary in our woods at night) But I do walk outside in all weather. Only -30 F with a -70…

Have you seen a doctor? Because this is very unhealthy and probably very dangerous as well.

This is crazy advice. Just don't do it.

There is hardly any fat on a boneless, skinless chicken breast. Pound them to the same thickness. Brine in a zip loc bag. Grill. Perfect every time. End to dry chicken breasts.

String cheese and turkey jerkey

However may serving sizes a recipe makes. I package it in individual portion containers and freeze what will not keep for more than a day or two. Saturday is grocery shopping day, Sunday is prep day.

Really, it is not possible, and you may make yourself ill, at the very least dizzy from lack of food. Too much exercise could make you sore. Don't stress yourself out over 5 pounds. Eat healthy for the 10 days. Relax and have a wonderful day! You will be beautiful.

Fantastic job! You look beautiful, and happy! Congratulations!

My employer purchased fitbits for all of the office employees about a year and a half ago. At the time, I already had had a fitbit for 2 years. It was not tied to any discounts on insurance premiums, but we did have fun incentive competitions with in the office. That has pretty much gone away now, and most of my co-workers…

Weight loss comes from burning more calories than you are consuming. I lost 100# doing no exercise. Not surprisingly, my knees were bad from supporting all the extra weight. At that time I began walking (with my dog too, he loves the hikes we take). I did join a gym 2 years ago and went on to lose over 160 pounds, but I…

^^This. I lost a lot of weight @ 1200 calories and have kept it off for almost 3 years @ 1800 maintenance. I start gaining if I eat over 1800. I am pretty active now and sedentary when I began. It seems to be enough calories for me. 5' - 2 3/4" age 65. I have been doing MFP with my dr's guidance and blessing for total…

^This and ^This It can be hereditary. but...................I lost a lot of weight (1/2 of my current body weight) and I no longer snore, but did not have sleep apnea or need a CPAP.

Well done! I love your story & attitude! I lost over 1/2 of my current body weight and have kept it off now for almost 3 years. This IS a personal journey, and you DO have to design it to your own specific goals and lifestyle. What works for one person, will not necessarily work for another. OP you are an inspiration to…

You need to get this advice from your health care professional, not an internet forum. You want what is best for both yourself and your baby.

^^this is not totally true for everyone. For some of us it is not necessary. I get that some people greatly overestimate and then wonder why they are not losing. However, many of us have lost weight by just using standard measuring cups/spoons, and serving sizes stated on packaging. I lost over 1/2 of my current body…