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How do I fight through a mental collapse of will?
OK, I've been on here for over 3 months now and have been doing a really great job. I've lost 40 pounds! However, I find that I seem to be collapsing in on all of my hard work. I'm binging on tootsie rolls and not really wanting to follow my calorie or exercise guidelines any more. I still want to lose at least 30 more…
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Baking holiday treats
I'm trying to find some low-calorie/carb options for my favorite holiday goodies. I punched in all the ingredients for the pumpkin bread I make every year and also for chocolate chip cookies - WOW! No wonder I got fat! Anyway, looking for alternatives for the sugar, flour and oil that won't radically alter the taste. Any…
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Measurements verses weight loss
Everyone seems to say, take measurements, you'll see a difference there before the scale. Well, I have the exact opposite problem. I have lost 20 pounds according to the scale-and the fit of my clothes, but my measurements have barely changed at all. Why? I'm happy I've lost 20 pounds and will continue to do what I'm…