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I SO felt like that when I started MFP! I felt like I was forcing myself to eat so much more than I used to... then I read a few knowledgeable articles about eating habits and weight loss and discovered that what I used to do was send my metabolism into "starvation mode" every other day!! I would eat VERY little for a day…

I think pre-logging certain healthy snacks in the beginning of the day helps. I am a serial-snacker (lol) and I deal with my weakness by allowing myself to snack- but on healthy things. I will cut up an apple ahead of time into nice thin wedges, so when I get the munchies, I can crunch,crunch, crunch nervously on something…

I felt like this for the 1st couple of weeks after I started MFP. A friend of mine who lost over 100 lbs exercising and eating right suggested that I stop eating what works for the masses and start listening to MY body. I was avoiding carbs (other than raw fruits and vegetables), and decided to start eating a little more…

I am not a big fan of veggies either- and usually rely pretty heavily on frozen vegetables as well. Here are my ideas- put a handful of fresh baby spinach or cut cabbage in your wrap, salad, or sandwich. Raw Baby carrots are good and sweet for a snack. Try snow peas- sweet and crunchy! Green beans will mix well with pretty…

I have heard many other people say the same thing. Personally, I don't think it's a realistic standard. I'm with "jeanettemp," as long as most of it is fruit sugar, I just don't worry about it. :)

I'm curious about this too! What things do you all eat to help with cravings for sweets? I have found Jello Sugar-Free Dark Chocolate Pudding Peppermint Patties (the mini ones) Skinny Cow Products Whole Fruit Sorbet Apples wedges dipped in a dollop of peanut butter Toast with a bit of Jam ... I don't know... almost…

I started this fitness plan about a month ago, and was feeling nauseous and weak half-way through eat day for the 1st few weeks. (I'm sure I was grumpy about it too! haha!) I started watching my proteins and carbs more carefully, and realized that I was eating less than half my carbs for the day and ALL of my proteins.…

I don't think guilt is a very healthy motivator...it can keep you captive because the root of guilt is fear. I think embracing something more positive might be to your benefit. Maybe learning to love yourself- in thought and in action- letting LOVE be your motivation...? I think it's hard to start thinking about yourself…

BAHAHAHA!!! You made me laugh so hard that I cried. Thanks for that. I needed it. ....licking the screen...... lol

Many people are either of a generation that didn't have the internet growing up. Others grew up in poor families with no computer and attended under-funded schools that didn't provide much computer education. They are behind the curve through no fault of their own. They need a little grace- and those "robots" are providing…

I feel a very similar way. I have not shared numbers with anyone- not even my husband! haha! Part of this is shame over letting myself get to this point- regardless the circumstances that contributed to it.... part of it is- I don't really care so much about the numbers on the scale. I care much more about the inches…

The best thing you can do is forgive yourself and move forward!! It was a bad day. What's done is done. We all slip up. We just have to learn from our mistakes so that next time we are stronger!! :) If you can identify the "trigger" that caused you to binge- maybe you can find a way to avoid it or fight it off next time!…

ok- admittedly- these aren't the MOST healthy option.. but Stacey's Pita Chips are SOO good! (especially with hummus.) If you're short on time, a limited amount isn't such a bad idea. Toasting your own pita chips is pretty easy to do also. :) Be sure to share your findings with us!! :)

Tea can be a very good source of caffeine, if you must have it! Find a flavor that keeps you hydrated, though- not a black tea. It is like 2 calories if you don't add sugar, and they make SOO many sweet flavors now that you may not need sugar! Green tea is very good for you. :) Make it up ahead of time (iced or hot) and…

My husband and I have given up soda, most fast food, and have replaced all our "side-dishes" with fruit/vegetables. We feel so much better and have more energy!! I think when people respond negatively to your new goals, it is probably just because they feel challenged to do the same- and that feeling isn't a good one when…

You will lose weight by limiting your calorie intake, but you will lose it more quickly and creating healthier habits for your life (that will help KEEP the weight off) if you exercise. I just started a little less than a month ago and exercise for 1/2 hr 3 times a week. (Just swimming laps at the pool, walking, cleaning…

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