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As AdAstra said...you will need to find what works for you. I feel better on a low carb diet, I think more clearly on a low carb diet, I lose better on a low carb diet...this means I live better on a low carb diet. And I am not using the word "diet" as in short term that you go on and off later. I mean the way I eat. If my…

Oh...and also that one water....Smart Water! It's flavorless....tastes just like water...but has the electrolytes in it.

Try coconut water. That is supposed to be very good at restoring hydration and balancing your body. I think you have to go to the health food store or Whole Foods for it though.

I know what you mean! That is so totally motivating! I am going to try to actually customize my eating plan to be more conscious of my carbs and see what happens. Want to worry about carbs more than calories. But still be conscious of my calories at the same time.

Thanks! We're friends now, so please feel free to chime in to me with any suggestions! I have a few other low carbers...and I value their feedback immensely. And 50 lbs since January is amazinb! :) Keep up the great work. You're an inspiration to many on this website I'm sure.

Wow...and you have seen a nice success on weight loss too! This is very encouraging for me. Thanks so much for sharing, and keep up your great work!

Congrats on reaching your goal!

Thanks mlbroad! Its been awhile since I've been on that website. I am feeling so amazingly positive about this! I know the combo of MFP, the lower carb lifestyle, tracking, support network, light excercise and not feeling like I have to have an all or nothing attitude will be the key! :) I'm going to go check this out,…

Thanks! That sounds really yummy! I will have to try it! :) I have a great low carb recipe for a low carb quiche that I do with breakfast sausage and spinach. Or you can do as a cheeseburger quiche, but I like to do it with the veggies in it. I'll have to dig it out and post for you. You can always just fill the cups.…

AdAstra...would you mind sharing your spinach quiche recipe? Sounds wonderful! :)

Thanks! I think I have been to that site before years ago. I will check it out!

Congratulations! Good idea to add on slowly. Slow as tough as it is, usually makes for the best and long lasting changes. :)

Just go to your local farmers markets...there are always new and exciting and different types of things there! And they are healthy and low calories plant foods! :)

I would love to be part of the facebook group. www.facebook.com/joannepapas (I think). :)

Oh...this one sounds so simple and yummy....I will have to give that a try!

Thanks guys for all the input. I do tend to eat many veggies. They should be the mainstay. I rarely seem to eat fruits though, and when I do, it seems to agree with me. Nothing over the top, but eating it a couple of times a day seems to work. Not sure why I don't do regulary. Any tips for that?

THere is Lauging Cow Light. Its a processed cheese so nothing like an exception sharp cheddar. Maybe just use really flavorful cheese that pack a big flavor punch and use less. But the Laughing Cow Light is okay with crackers. :)

Love it! "against the law"! :)

You will get there! :)

Welcome aboard and I know exactly how you feel! I have lost the belief in my self too. It is probably the biggest thing we need to remind ourselves everyday. The fact that we do have the power to make it happen. We have to be accountable to ourselves for ourselves. We decide what to put in our mouths and whether we decide…

Keep up the great work! You are an inspiration to those of us who have a very long journey ahead of us! Keep us posted!

How truly amazing! You look fantastic! Any advice to others who want (and need) to lose 100 pounds plus?