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Has anyone tried the 17 Day Diet and had good results?
I'm needing fairly fast weightloss, I want to lose 10 lbs in 4 weeks and I bought this book today. I know its been recommended on Dr.Phil so I was wondering if anyone here had success?
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Are fat thighs a complete turn off?
i have recently gained about 13 lbs and while im still not fat, it seems like its all gone to my hips and thighs. I feel so bad when i wear jeans and i can see these saddle bags i have now. its also more obvious since i have a small chest and waist :/ Are fat thighs a turn-off or do guys not really care?
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How can I possibly recover from this binge?
Today I was just feeling really crappy about myself and SO HUNGRY! I only ate small fruit salad for lunch which I believe was the beginning of my downfall. I usually eat something full of protein like eggs or tuna with salad but today I wasnt able to buy this stuff. So tonight I've eaten a good healthy dinner which then…
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Can I have a male friend even if I have a boyfriend?
So today I met a really cool and funny guy on the bus who I would love to be friends with, the problem is I think my boyfriend would go crazy if I asked him about it. I'm recently new to this city and I don't know anyone besides me boyfriend, it can get quite lonely sometimes. I don't want to cause arguments in our…
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Anyone from Edmonton, Canada and know a good gym?
I've just moved to Edmonton AB and I'm desperately trying to find a good place to workout...even a workout buddy would be awesome! :p Can anyone recommend anything?
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Can someone please give me some advice on my food diary?
I've recently changed my eating habits and I'm afraid they might actually be for the worst. I'm starting to add in a lot more protein into my meals and I'm hoping it's not going to make me gain a lot of unexpected weight. I would be so grateful if you could check out my food diary for today and see what you think?
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Are most men like this to live with??
I've recently moved in with my boyfriend and I'm just wondering if I'm being taken advantage of or if all guys are like this? My boyfriend NEVER washes up his dishes which really annoys me because he has friend eggs and bacon every morning for breakfast. I just think he could at least clean his pans and plates and cups…
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Has anyone tried 'Curves' and what did you think?
I'm going to join up at Curves tomorrow and I would be really interested to know what people's thoughts on it are before I make the commitment. I know they offer Zumba classes which I know I would enjoy so that's one of the main reasons I want to go there, also the fact it's women only.
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Do you wait for your partner to get home to eat with them?
I'm facing a dilemma...a new dilemma actually as I've just moved in with a boyfriend. He doesn't finish work until 9 - 11pm most nights and I'm finding that way too long for me to wait for my dinner. I end up snacking on a million things and sometimes I just get so bored being at home alone that food is all I can think…
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Does anyone want to lose 10 lbs together?
Hi everyone, I'm so serious about actually losing 10 lbs this time...NO MORE EXCUSES. My ultimate goal is to have more energy and just feel great about myself again. I know HOW to do it but I'm lacking that extra support and motivation. My plan is to exercise for an hour every day, 6 days a week and stay on the MFP plan.…
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Has anyone done the Jillian Michaels Ripped in 30 DVD?
I have purchased a million fitness dvds and I do quite well with working out to them at home. I bought the Jillian Michaels Ripped in 30 DVD and I was just wanting some opinions on it, if it is ridiculously hard then I don't think I'll keep it.
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I absolutely hate myself for becoming fat again :I
It's really quite sad but I have such hate for myself, I go shopping with friends and family and every time I catch a glimpse in the mirror I cringe. I also find myself crying when I'm watching TV shows with girls my age who look happy and they're so thin they can wear anything they want. I have gained over 10 lbs since…
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Is fruit salad a good lunch option?
I'm just wondering if a mixed fruit salad with pineapple, watermelon, cantalope, kiwi fruit, honey dew etc is a healthy lunch option? ive heard some people say that fruit is very high in natural sugars and calories so its not very healthy. i love it and i feel like having it for lunch today but not sure if its a good…
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I just keep gaining weight and i don't know why!?
I have been on and off dieting (mostly on) for about 12 months now and it's unbelievable because i haven't shifted more than one kg over that entire time! I'm so frustrated because i exercise for over an hour 6 days a week and sure I have moments where i overeat (maybe once a week) but im always so conscious of what i put…
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My mum hinders my weightloss!!
I'm trying to eat a lot healthier now and lose a few pounds but it is impossible living in the house I do. My mother expects me to make dinner every night for herself and the family but she never wants to eat anything I want. She is very thin and doesn't need to lose weight...I think it's extremely selfish of her to think…
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Does anyone know really a good low calorie veggie stir fry r
I know you can all be really creative with your healthy recipes so I was wondering if anyone knows a delicious low calorie vegetable stir fry recipe? without noodles and rice preferably. Thanks :)
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What do you think of this hair colour/style?
I was thinking of getting my hair dyed this colour: http://img2.timeinc.net/people/i/2011/stylewatch/blog/110425/drew-barrymore-300x400.jpg What do you think?
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Why is it so hard to lose just 10lbs?? I don't know what els
Since last year I've gained over 10lbs and I've been trying for months to try and shift at least 5lbs but I'm finding it impossible. I think I exercise enough, sure I do fall off the diet wagon sometimes, maybe once a week but other than that I work really hard! I have no idea what I could be doing wrong. Any thoughts or…
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How much weight did you lose in your first 1 - 2 weeks on MF
I really need some motivation, I only just started the MFP calorie counter less than a week ago and I'm worried that when I step on the scales that I will see a massive gain. It's so unusual the concept to me that I can eat whatever I want (albeit healthy food mostly) and still lose weight if I stick to my calorie intake…
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Is Sushi a healthy meal option?
I have only recently discovered sushi - and i'm in love. I know the calories in them all vary but I was wonder if it is generally a healthy meal option? Say a california roll for lunch?
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So if I eat junk all day long and stay within my calories?
I don't get this at all! How can it be possible that if I'm allowing myself to eat 4 slices of pizza for dinner tonight for example, that I can still be under my calories allocated by MFP...won't I see a rise in the scales come weigh-in day? I've done this dieting thing for many years, being successful at times and never…
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Can someone look at my diary and offer some suggestions?
I haven't gotten weighed yet as I plan to do it on Sunday, one week after trying this MFP counting calories diet. I have a feeling I'm eating too much for lunch but I have no idea. I lost a lot of weight last year by not eating much at all but I just dont want to go through that again, I'll end up being miserable. Any…
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How do i log an exercise dvd in my 'exercise' diary
i'm doing the jillian michaels dvd every day and would just like to know how i go about logging that into my diary? i work my butt off so i really want it to be counted! :p
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What is the best approaching to starting my diet tomorrow?
I joined MFP earlier this month hoping to change my eating habits, I tend to go on massive binges when I'm stressed or bored. Right now I'm planning on moving to another country in 3 weeks and I guess this is making me feel a bit overwhelmed and not knowing what to do with myself in the meantime - which leads to my binges.…
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Do you ever have moments where you ask yourself 'Is this rea
I feel like i'm really struggling at the moment, not just with my weight but the thought that I won't ever get to eat what I want, that my life with always be a challenge with my weight and of course it even gets harder with age. Is it better to be fat and eat what you want or to look good and deprive yourself of delicious…
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Meeting your boyfriend's family for the first time! Any Advi
I'm so nervous! I'm meeting my boyfriend's family in a few weeks and I'm a really shy person, I worry this is going to come across as me being rude. I'm usually a happy, bubby and fun person with my family and friends but I find it so hard meeting new people. I don't think my boyfriend is really aware of this and of course…
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Can the 17 Day Diet be tweaked?
I'm currently on the 17 Day Diet, cycle one...and it is only day 2. I was looking at the recipes and there are some things I really don't like such as soup. Can I substitute this for another meal, just say it is lunch...can I look back at a different day and use the same lunch? I really want to give this thing a good go…
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Relationship advice please :( - we're fighting about marriag
This is so stupid :I My boyfriend and I have recently started having arguments about marriage which is funny because he used to be the one bringing it up every now and then!! We're currently long distance and I haven't seen him since a few months ago but we've kept in contact every day, we usually have a really good and…
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i went completely overboard, losing motivation :I
I've been so good on my diet lately, albeit i only lost 1lbs but i was feeling great about myself! I dont know how to recover from this...I ate a whole pizza, 2 small chocolate muffins, 6 fun size twix, 4 fun size snickers and a kit kat chunky. This is just disgusting and I dont know how to stay on my diet, I feel like…
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Can I eat wholemeal pasta without gaining weight?
I really love my pasta but I have this fear that eating it now will make me gain weight as it is so high in carbs. Can I eat a small portion of wholemeal pasta with some tomato sauce? I'm trying to do the 1200 calorie diet.
