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Thank you so much for posting that.. I have been a vegetarian for several years now - my teenage son has been veg even longer.. People just don't understand why we do this - even though our lifestyle is more accepted now than it was in the past, there is still quite a stigma.. They call me a "tree hugger" and I LOVE IT!!…

I mix a teaspoon or so into a cup of low fat yougurt.. YUM

Hi, Candy.. This website has turned out to be a great tool for me.. I have lost 12 pounds in the last 6 weeks, slow and steady, and they say that's the way to do it if you want to keep the weight off. It's easy to get discouraged if you don't see the scale moving as fast as you want, but you can't beat yourself up about…

I think you are beating yourself up over this WAYYYY too much.. It's easy to get off track (especially when there's chocolate involved!) but you can get yourself back on track.... Don't give up the fight!

To change body areas to measure -- go to "check in" on your home tab... under the measurement boxes, there is a link that says "change measurements". If you click this link, you should be able to add or delete for your personal preferences.

I am finding it's so easy to lose weight THIS TIME because using this site helps me count everything I eat and keeps me accountable.. Good luck with your weight loss.. This is a great site, the people are very supportive to each other, and it has been so helpful so far.. 12 pounds in 6 weeks.. YAY!!

No, I haven't noticed that happenning, although I am 45 and my last baby was born in 1997. Maybe the pregnancy does have something to do with it.. If it keeps up, maybe you need to call your OB/GYN just to ask.. TOM = time of the month, but I like to call it "the curse"..

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Do you like Walk Away the Pounds?? I was considering to try it, but I was hoping for feedback from others first.. Seems like an easy, low impact way to get some exercise.. Thanks for your thoughts..

Yes, that's very surprising.. I guess salads can be sneaky -- you think you're eating a low-calorie lunch, but WHAM!! 710 calories!

Korean Shingo Pears! Satisfies that "crunchy" need and very low in calories.. They are HUGE - about the size of a grapefruit.. YUM.. I found them at BJs.

I am a vegetarian so probably a boca burger without the bun, fresh steamed green beans and brown rice... Yummy and very low in calories.. Gotta watch the sodium if it's pre-packaged rice, though.

You totally can't beat yourself up over this.. If we all completely stopped eating all the things we want, we would all go crazy!

Yes, I log everything, down to the cooking oil I might use or even sugarless gum.. It's the only way I can stay on top of it and really know what's going on.

My husband and me at our wedding, 1991. 40+ pounds ago.. sheesh

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I wasn't quite thinking about the poopoo factor, but is it maybe close to your TOM?? I always gain at least a couple of pounds in water every month and then it goes away.. Just an idea.. But the poopoo comment is still very funny!

Let us know if you find out!

Hi - Of course I don't mind answering questions about me.. They have never been able to put a name on what has happenned to my brother, sister, or me.. Just some weird genetic thing, I guess, but they have ruled out CP and MS for me.. So I really don't know what it is, and have been living with it all my life... No biggie…

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Hi -- I am finding it helpful to really watch my sodium intake.. I tend to hold water anyway, but if you start to really read the sodium content on foods (especially pre-packaged stuff) you will probably be surprised how much salt is in EVERYTHING!! Good luck to you - keep us posted..

Hi, Everybody. I was reading through this thread last night and it really affected me. How nice is it that people who have various disabilities or are caring for a person with such challenges should unite and try to help and encourage each other?? I have some mobility issues of my own, and even though I have not been…

Can you possibly find a nutritionist or dietician or someone who is knowledgable about these issues? Perhaps start with a medical doctor? Good luck to you.

Ledos pizza and Andy Capp's Hot Fries. Weird combination..

My weight fluctuates up and down because of water.. Especially at the time of the month - I gain lots of pounds and then it goes away.. Maybe it's the same for you?

I have been eating a vegetarian diet for the last few years (I do eat milk and eggs), but I try to focus on steamed vegetables, lots of fresh fruit, and brown rice and beans.. Lots of beans for the protein.. My husband and daughter eat meat, but my son and I don't so mealtimes do tend to get a little hectic at our house.…

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I am new too, only about 10 days and I see a difference already.. I think I am in control LOTS better now that I am putting every thing I eat in the diary and watching calories and sodium.. It's been a really helpful website and the people are very supportive. good luck!

Hi! I am 45, mother of two teenagers, and trying to lose about 40 pounds that have hanging on since my pregnancies.. I would love your support and hope I can help you too!

Hi - ,y name is Becky and I can totally relate to your story.. Although I weighed just 135 before my first pregnancy, I can't believe how my weight has gotten out of control since he was born.. (Almost 17 years ago, but still). I am so ready for a change, I want to wear jeans with a zipper, not the elastic mommy jeans I…