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I couldn't find anything in the book about protein shakes. I just bought a new carton of coconut milk (non-dairy, and I'm thinking it could be used as a healthy fat) and use it with whey protein powder. Anyone?

Thanks for all the feedback, people! You are really giving me hope! I ordered the book (and workbook) on Monday and got it Wednesday! I am really looking forward to jumping in... so much so that I overloaded on carbs tonight... just for grins : ) Okay, stupid, I know! But, here we go! Some speed reading, a little grocery…

I haven't read the book, so I don't know if there is anything against this... but I love green tea when it's mint, and cold. I buy celestial morrocan mint green tea, and use 3 tea bags of that and 3 decaf lipton bags. I also use one bottle of Metromint peppermint water. If you aren't familiar with metromint, it's purified…

Okay Amber... because of you, I am going to order the book (and workbook) tomorrow (Cyber Monday... hoping for a great deal!) and will start when I get it. I'll be a bit behind you, but hopefully we can do this together!

I understand the main thing to losing is calories in vs calories out. I do well when I log in my food diary (I use a different software program than MFP because I prefer it), but I fall off the wagon frequently. I think I'm looking for something a bit structured, something to jump start me, maybe something to fall back on…

Are we the only team who hasn't lost enough to be recognized as a weekly winner? C'mon people! Let's do this! I haven't lost a great deal of weight any week, but I have lost. Big finish!!!

Unfortunately, I am living with my parents. Had to move in with them a few years ago when I got laid off, went back to school... now I am getting started in a new career, but it's slow going. I am only working part time for now, so I can't afford to move out on my own yet. My mom is horrible, as far as being supportive.…

So funny I'm in the Muffin Top Stoppers... That's the only place I don't have too much fat! Well, at my weight, every place does, but let's just say it's my least problem area! I agree... let's NOT be in last place this week! I joined the gym and have gone 3 times so far (I have a knee injury so I have to take it easy). I…

I haven't gotten an invite either. Does it come through MFP msg'ing, or email?

C'mon Muffin Top people... let's do this! Let's NOT be at the bottom next week! We can improve!

I make delicious turkey patties! This recipe is for a full 20 oz package of ground turkey, so you would want to cut it in half. I like to serve with quinoa (made with chicken broth, garlic, and served with sliced green onions/scallions) and salad. 20 oz lean ground turkey 1 egg 1/3 cup bread crumbs 1 TBSP lemon juice 2…

Thank you for this format. It's much easier to find, and plan ahead. Some of those days I may have to switch around, as my work week isn't the usual Mon-Fri. So, I may just re-arrange the days to suit my schedule : ) Also, I am limited on what I can do physically because of knee injury, but I am joining the gym tomorrow,…

(I always do that)... As for feeling the effect... do you get a good buzz, or just a little? I don't like things that buzz me really. I'm thinking I'll stop and pick up a few of the different ones. I would like to try the sleep... maybe the bliss... and one to keep me alert on my long shifts. Any more feedback would be…

My schedule is so screwy, it's hard for me to get in and check the daily challenges. Especially on the days I work... I work 12-13 hours with a 2 hour commute, so no time for much else. But I am going to continue to weigh in on Mondays and be part of the November challenge!!! And if I catch a few daily ones in the process…

Please put me in. I wasn't all in on this last one... I thought I was, but didn't know there were daily challenges, etc. Is there a time you usually post them by? My schedule is so hectic, my days are nights, nights are days... I get on here every day, but sometimes it's not until after midnight, so it doesn't count as…

I would be interested, however, I am dealing with knee injuries and limited on what kind of exercise I can do and for how long, so if it's basically a fitness challenge this may not be the one for me.

I say focus on yourself right now... get your education, get a career... get out of your parents' house.... get yourself in the place you want to be, and THEN worry about bringing someone into your life. At that point, any woman will be able to see how far you've come and be able to put her faith in you. At this point,…

I have been over 250 for several years. I would never consider surgery. For some reason, there are several people in my small community who have had it. I have seen one "successful" person out of them all. By success I mean that she hasn't put on the weight (I think she had her surgery 3 or 4 years ago), but she drinks a…

Your welcome. You would think the distributors would label their packaging accordingly, but I guess they are not sleep specialists, they are drug makers! lol

You have to be careful because a lot of those are knock-offs of ephedrine, which has been banned in the US. I'm not sure if it's illegal to sell them to a US resident from another country or not, but if you see it's being sold from another country, and it's that expensive, it's probably illegal here, and for a reason. I…

Actually, tryptophan is what is found in turkey. Melatonin is most effective if taken around mid-day, rather than right before bed, as it takes awhile to cycle. I'm a sleep tech so I have studied these things.

There are a few factors. A simple, non-scientific one is that most people who are awake when they should be sleeping are snacking on something... trading sleep for calories. Lack of sleep leads to being tired during the day. Some people may choose sugary foods to get a "high", or caffeinated beverages (coffee alone isn't…

A year or two ago I purchased Weight by Date software and I love it! It is similar to this site's, but I find MFP to be inaccurate a lot of the times. I have decided not to use the MFP food journal and just continue with Weight by Date. Of course, you can pay for the software or use this free one. Either way, I think as…

I think you need to examine the effects of artificial sweeteners on your body. There have been studies that say they are safe, studies that say they make your body crave sugar, and studies that say it messes with your pancreatic functions (glucose/glucogen levels) etc. I couldn't figure out why I had a nagging sweet tooth…

What do you have to lose? Nothing. Are you afraid of rejection? Get over it because you will face much rejection throughout your life (men, jobs, etc). There's nothing wrong with rejection, and it doesn't mean there's anything wrong with you. You can continue wasting precious time thinking about this guy and wondering what…

Thank you, everyone for your feedback. I was considering the online version of WW. After reading all the posts, I've decided to stick with MFP. I purchased weight loss software a while back, and have been successful when I used it... when I stopped I gained. I guess it's the same with any program. I actually prefer that…

I absolutely LOVE peanut butter, and bought Better n' Peanut Butter with much excitement. Unfortunately, I am less than impressed. I bought it at Albertson's for about $8. I will not spread it on a cracker or eat it like that. I will, however, use it in my chocolate protein shakes. I will not buy it again, but I think I'll…

I make turkey patties (you could eat them as a burger if you wish) that I usually serve with quinoa and salad. These are easy and DELISH! 20 oz pkg 93/7 Jennie-O ground turkey 1 egg 1/3 cup bread crumbs (I use contadina Italian) 2 TBSP Soy Sauce 1 TBSP Lemon juice 2 TBSP sliced scallions (I probably double this). Spray…

(New to this... sorry about the above). Some things I will not change. If I can't have the real thing, I just won't have it. I love butter, but I choose to forgo things that are better with butter, like potatoes, corn, and bread rather than to indulge in butter. On the other hand, I find it challenging to try to re-create…