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  • The database does have fried chicken there were quie a few options for boneless or not. When I made fried chicken I just used the entry already in the database, it may not be exactly right, but for a once in a while treat who cares if it isn't exact. Enjoy!
  • Why oh why do those girl scout peddle those irresitible Thin Mints 2 months after Jan. 1 when everyone (including me) starts their new diet/ exercise regime? I had a girl scout binge last night also (only 6 or 7 though). Thank God I got to the end of the sleeve, somehow that stopped me, I didn't want to open up the second…
  • In response to some inquiries. I don't have a specific weight loss deadline. I've got around 20 lbs to go, and would like it to be gone by swimsuit season (July). My indulgent day was around 2300 calories (not 7,000 thank goodness). MFP says I should be eating 1,200 calories a day and I'd say I'm usually around 1,500 a…
  • I ate fairly healthy before so I haven't notice more energy or mental clarity tied to more nutritious food. I have noticed more energy on the days that I exercise. My body and my back feels so much better on the day I exercise and the day after. Now I have to try to fit exercise in on more than 3 days a week. I have also…
  • I have the exact same problem on work nights when I cook instead of my hubby. I make sure I have a later afternoon snack, lately an apple at 4, then I eat a bag of baby carrots during the drive home. I still struggle with this when I cook on weekend nights and I really have to work on preparing dinner early enough so I am…
  • Ignore FLO, write the week off, but watch those calories coming in so when you lose the water weight, next week you'll make some more progress.,
  • Stick to your eating plan. I know for me, losing weight seems to be 80% intake and 20% exercise. 3 reasons for your weight gain. 1. I can easily fluctuate by 3lbs throughout the day, you may have just had a bad weigh in. 2. During that time of the month, I have proven to myself, after calorie counting during 3 different…
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