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I'm doing a version of it. Fasting from 11-6. Total calories averaging out at 950 daily. Saturday I go off my diet but not crazy. Week one down 4.8 lbs.

The science is calories in and calories out. It doesn't matter when. It does matter what. Eating healthy at bedtime is better than eating lousy earlier.

I think I am going to try eating more. I went to a diet center a few years ago when I had been eating 1200 calories a day and doing 45 minutes a day of brisk treadmill walking. I was told I didn't lose any weight because I wasn't eating enough. I thought it may be a sales pitch, but now I am rethinking. You are pretty!…

You very funny man!

I am extremely visual. I just ran the whole movie in my head. You are a very, very funny and authentic woman. Thanks!

You look awesome! I love Dr. Oz no nonsense medically sound advice. Thanks for posting!

1 TBS. heart healthy olive oil heated on medium heat, add 1 TBS. all purpose flour cooking about 2-3 minutes while you stir. Add 1 cup non-fat evaporated milk and 1 cup fat-free chicken broth, whisk while heating and heat until thickened, about 5-7 minutes on medium heat. Cool before adding to your casserole. Takes no more…

I asked my physiology professor a few years back about sugar. He gave me a very simple answer. Your body recognizes table sugar and fruit sugar as virtually the same. In that case, it would seem that the pancreas would output the same amount of insulin. If you want to keep the insulin level lowers, maintain low glycemic…

Pizza is my favorite meal! Thanks for your awesome recipe. I plan to make it this week.

Hey Dave, So often the quick fix is what appeals to all of us. I did WW, Cookie Diet, lost weight effectively and efficiently but at the end there was a thinner me who always made up for the deprivation over time. I just started 10 days ago. I am down a pound and it sure doesn't feel to exciting, but I haven't felt…

We had exchange students from Japan who are daughters for life. Enjoy your trip.

Umami...like a crispy crusted wood-fired pizza with a light amount of roasted garlic, woody mushrooms, some salty parmesan and asiago, drizzled with truffle oil. A hearty red wine and for dessert a wee bit of cognac with a dark salty chocolate truffle.

Hey There! I believe the buddy system does work. We are not perfect - no one is, but we are all human beings loving our lives enough to try to improve them with good nutrition and exercise. Friend me. I cook at home most meals. I am a passionate cook and can prepare food that is healthy, delicious and filling. It's just…

I couldn't get past the taste. It tasted like chemicals to me. I went on the Smart for Life organic "cookie" diet and took off about 50 lbs. in 6 1/2 months and felt great the whole time without exercise. It came off in all the right places. The key was eating them every two to three hours and having a healthy and light…

I am beginning my second week. I lost about 1.5 pounds. I weighed 162 with a goal of 30-35 lbs. to lose. I know from prior experience that jumpstart programs get you fired up, but they aren't sustainable. Depending on your age, it's better to lose it with a higher quality diet and more calories instead of messing with your…

I just read online that Dreyers (Edy's) non-fat frozen yogurt with 180 calories per cup has 90% of Daily Calcium and no artificial sweeteners. I am going to check it out. Don't know how many grams of sugar.

I am watching my sugar to prevent diabetes and because I believe it acts as an inflammatory in my body. That being said. . . I love good tasting sweet things. I prefer my fruit in pie. Kinda get the picture? I am eating an apple a day and not loving it, but it is helping with appetite and vitamins/minerals. Before I go…

Welcome! I think this is an amazing tool for weight loss. I only started a week ago, but the food diary is helping me eat enough to feel great and stay on track to my goal. Glad you are here. Friend me if you want.

Step into the light Krys. You are on your way to the next chapter of your life. I encourage and support you. If you want to friend me, please do. I too recently emerged from obscurity and overall frumpiness. I am turning 60 this year and going to get my Mojo back and my little black jeans on and let my vibrant glowing…

I am turning 60 this year and the thing that still scares me is the attention and I honestly don't think i will have to worry about it anymore. It's been a lifetime of feeling judged by my looks. I was the cute blonde that just got more attention than I ever wanted and who was assumed to be shallow and not very smart. I…

I just started too. I can manage a little chocolate everyday. One square of dark chocolate with seasalt. I am trying to withdraw from sugar gradually. WW Giant Chocolate Ice Cream Bars are my current fix - 110 calories.

Are you getting enough protein, potassium?

I think the 1200 is a minimum intake amount for anyone losing weight. Less - you end up slowing your metabolism. The added exercise will quicken the loss. I once tried losing weight on about 1000 calories a day and 45 minutes of brisk walking on the treadmill. I lost nothing. It was completely frustrating. My body decided…

AWESOME!!!! Now what's a stone?

Consider beans as the best source for your protein needs. Some grains offer more protein than others. Do you eat dairy or eggs? I was a total vegan in my twenties and got very chubby trying to meet my protein needs. Nuts and nut butters are great but dense with calories. You also need healthy fats for your cells and brain.…

Jose Cuervo has a new low-calorie margarita (AKA The Skinny Girl Margarita). I haven't tried it, but my guess is it's lime, a splash of orange extract and a wee bit of splenda shaken with Tequila. A friend of mine always orders Mojitos with splenda. Then of course there is always a very dry vodka martini with olives for…

I lost 50 and gained back 30 over the past 3 years. STRESS. I think "keeping your eyes on your own plate" is a pretty good philosophy. I have and do eat from all food groups - healthy ones. Weight always is more an issue when I am lonely. The thinner I am, the more it seems my friends withdraw. I'm almost 60 and my whole…

I will definitely uses the mobile app I downloaded on my phone. It is a much better approach than I think I ate about ... number of calories. That's how I gained back 30 pounds.

Thanks for the suggestion. I just saw Zumba on a morning news show. I am about to join a local gym. Working out is something I love, getting stronger, fit - but I need a place. Whenever I think I'll do it at home. . . well, I usually end up mopping the floor instead or doing some work in my home office. I will definitely…

I know its the hardest thing - this crazy mixed up relationship with food, but you deserve to feel wonderful! Keep up the challenge to yourself. As I strolled to the parking lot this afternoon pushing my grocery cart full of healthy good food. I remembered what it felt like to walk without the weight. Focus on you!