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Thanks! I'll definitely look into it. Sounds like a good start :)

Just to repeat (because it seems it must get skimmed over in my post) Walking is great for starting, but I've done that. Ready to add things to it. Thanks for all the help and encouragement so far everyone :)

Hi there! I've recently been eating some wheat, but overall I have been eating wheat free/gluten free for over a year. Within three days of going wheat free, my bloated belly was already disappearing and my energy levels were skyrocketing. My whole body and emotional state started feeling better. It's definitely tough at…

Thank you for the encouragement and ideas, everyone! I know if I can just make it a week with eating better/counting calories/exercising, I will start feeling better and more motivated to continue my new routine. It's just getting started that feels so overwhelming. Already makings some new friends on here today for…

Well, I put all of my chocolate stash in the freezer, actually weighed myself (gained back 13 pounds), and logged my food today - despite how horrible it was. Gotta start somewhere, right? :)

I am working on gaining back my motivation, but what gets me going is just doing this for MYSELF. Not to win anyones approval or look good for some else, but simply to feel proud of myself, healthy, self-confident, and just plain GOOD :)

YES! I am 5'9 and looking to get to around 145 lbs (or whatever feels healthy. That weight was the last time I felt good). I just made a post here about needing motivation and support. I'd love to be weigh loss friends :)

Wow, that is so inspiring! Congratulations on all the hard work and good luck on the rest of your journey :) I love this thread and all the various body shapes that the same height women have. I' m 5'9" and over halfway to my goal of losing 52 lbs SW: 197 CW: 168.5 GW: 145 I've just started back with MFP after months of…

There are quite a plant-based/whole foods, dairy-free, gluten-free vegan recipes on this blog - http://eatsimpleeatfresh.blogspot.com I ran the site when I was vegan, but started eating meat again and haven't updated since. (I still eat a plant-based diet with very little gluten or dairy, but have added some organic eggs…

I eat vegan and gluten-free with a friends-only diary, but I run a blog with pictures and recipes for what I eat everyday http://EatSimpleEatFresh.blogspot.com :)

I started out going gluten-free because I breastfeed and my son is EXTREMELY sensitive to gluten passing into my breast milk. i realized after re-introducing it for a few weeks that I also react negatively to it as well (bloating, lethargic, skin breakouts) so I've cut it out completely I was vegetarian for 6 years in the…

It IS difficult, and requires time and planning to make sure you're eating the right foods for proper nutrition, but I urge you to give it a try. I'm also the only one in my family and close friends that is vegan, but as long as you remain positive and encourage your family to try some of your food (and not judgmental of…

I've started eating salads every morning for breakfast. It may not sound like the most exciting thing, but I always feel so good afterward and it gives me a lot more energy than when I was eating heavier breakfasts like eggs and toast or oatmeal. If you keep all the "fixings" prepared in the fridge it only takes two…

I've been looking for a thread like this! I'm 5'9" and started MPF last month. My highest weight was 197 and I'm down to 183.5 right now. Don't have after pictures yet, but my goal is to reach 145 before the end of the year :)

I third skinnytaste.com. Amazing recipes!

I currently can't have dairy or nuts, so I use Rice Dream rice milk. I've heard hemp milk is good as well, but I haven't tried it yet :)

Hi Amy! What are some of the times and foods you are struggling with most? Maybe I can help offer some good alternatives :)

Haha, well if you ever visit for longer, let me know! This past weekend was my first time walking to the farmers market since we move here in Oct. '10 and I realized how much there is to do. There is even a splash park at the corner of New England and Pennsylvania!