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I'm 48 and I'm working on losing a total of 75 lbs. I'm doing them in quarters so I'm working on the first 18.5 pounds. Feel free to add me.

Have you gotten a diagnosis yet? I've been dealing with this for almost a year. The last few months and been rough with the last few weeks were incredibly tough. I've done some preliminary testing but no diagnosis yet. I came across the FODMAP diet prior to finding this thread and it seems to be helping.

It's using your browsing history, so really you're the one pushing an agenda. I see ads for clothing sites that I've visited.

I was actually planning to blog about this later today because I'm in the same boat. I'm primarily focusing on lowering my portions and staying within my calorie range. Since it's winter, I make a lot of soups and stews to stretch the dollar. Just be conscious of the amount of fat your adding into your soup. So far, I'm…

Fish Tacos are the best!

How is your eating with green vegetables? Try adding in more spinach, kale, broccoli, cabbage or collard greens.

I've been going to Planet Fitness for the last 2 years and have never seen any of the stuff people are saying. There are no alarms, pizza night and tons of women dress the same way this young lady dresses and some of them probably should not be wearing the same thing she wears. Sounds like some locations are pretty over…

Walking is easy and it works. Keep eating healthy. A 2 pound weight gain isn't anything to be alarmed about but try to stay away from trigger foods. It also helps to find healthy versions of some of your favorite foods so you don't feel deprived. I've gained 10 of the 25 that I lost so I understand your struggle. Feel free…

Not a fan of Dr. Oz because on almost every show he has some sort of weight loss gimmick. I say don't do it. Sure you'll lose weight but once you start eating again the weight will return.

I went for a conference a few years back and stayed at the Marriott Marquis. It was within walking distance to the trolley. We had a blast doing all of the normal touristy stuff.

I took the raspberry ketones and they did absolutely nothing. Glad that I didn't pay much for them. I'll just keep doing what I've been doing because I know it works.

I get the stink eye :grumble: when I ask for unsweetened tea. I'm headed to NC this weekend and will fully embrace the stink eye. :happy:

Read this while sipping on my coke zero. :wink:

I too fell off the wagon. I lost 25 pounds and have been gaining and losing the same 5 pounds for the past year. I'm struggling to get back on the wagon . Feel free to add me. We can motivate each other.

I'm doing a 5K walk in October so it if it makes you lame then I'm lame too and we are too fabulous to be lame. :wink:

You're 288?? Damn you look good. I'm 238 and I don't think I look anywhere near as good as you do! U go Girl!!:smile:

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I don't send messages, nor do I require that others send messages. I don't think messages are indicative of someone's personality nor their commitment to losing weight. Sometimes people are just getting started on their journey and are simply looking for support therefore, I'd rather get to know them instead of judging…

Bishop Paul Morton. I like to listen to a little Gospel in the AM. :smile:

Beyonce - Get me Bodied LMFAO - Sexy and I know it. :wink:

You should have it checked to make sure you didn't damage anything. If there isn't any damage use the RICE method. Rest (when it's in pain) Ice Compression (either a knee brace or ace bandage) Elevation

Professional with Casual Fridays. I live for Fridays

If you decide to lose weight then do it for you and not for him. As someone who has been in an emotionally abusive relationship, I think that once you lose the weight, he will only find something else wrong with you. His demands will get worse especially after you have kids with him. You're a beautiful woman and you…

For me it was when I was diagnosed with high blood pressure. My blood pressure had always been low especially during my college years but one morning when I opened my eyes the room was spinning. I knew that I had to make a change.

I can accept failure, everyone fails at something. But I can't accept not trying.

Great job with the stairs! My knee has been giving me trouble for the past few weeks and since my new doctor can not see me until June, I started with a new supplement ( I usually use move free advance but I found something through Puritan's pride that was cheaper) so I'm hoping that within the next week I can get moving a…

Age:43 Height: 5'6 SW: 252 CW: 233 GW: 170

You are awesome and look amazing! I was struggling to find motivation this morning, so I thank you for motivating me to get moving. PS I too miss the beloved Mt. Dew. :happy:

You look great! Congrats on the loss and keep up the good work!

Are the foods you're cooking unhealthy or is your method of cooking unhealthy?