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NSV--I can COMFORTABLY wear a bra!
For years I've been about a 48B, which practically doesn't exist. No matter how many "extenders" I added, they just were horribly uncomfortable. In the past 3 months I've lost 4 inches off my bust and 7 inches off my ribcage! (I carry all my weight out front). Not only can I now comfortably wear a bra all day without even…
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Is body shape controlled by hormones?
I've become curious lately. I've always had a "masculine" body shape, carrying all my overweight on the front of my ribs/abdomen but not much on the sides. I was a tomboy growing up and lacked any interest in all things feminine, although I do find men attractive, i.e. not gay. My shape was so much like my dad's that I…
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What eating plan has helped you lose at least 30 lbs?
I'm curious how many are using the basic MFP recommendations versus low carb or some other custom variation to successfully lose large amounts of fat. Thanks for your input!
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If fiber isn't digested, why are the calories included?
My Mission Carb Balance Tortillas, for example, show 120 calories: 3 g fat x 9 cal/gram = 27 fat calories; 5 g protein x 4 cal/gram = 20 calories. Total carbs 19 g of which 13 grams are fiber, so 6 grams carbs x 4 cal/gram = 24 calories. Total not counting fiber is 71 calories. So if you are counting calories, you are…
