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Plasma or LCD/LED
Looking to get a 55 inch tv for the mancave and i have been doing tons of research before i make the purchase. the tv will be in the basement and there is barely any sunlight coming in. It wont be for gaming and will be used for more special events and movie viewing and of course watching GIANTS Football. any suggestions?
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Losing weight and dealing with some of the compliments
You know... this weight loss is bitter sweet... i mean we lose weight and love the compliments but its these compliments that are troubling "my god where is your other half," or "you look great" or "oh my god you look so good"... i mean i know being big isnt the best but hell what the hell was i before... a freaking…
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Drinking 8 cups of water on this diet helps with what?
What does drinking all that water ultimately help with? Is it more with curbing your appetite so you don’t eat more or does it actually help with more internal stuff. I’ve heard multiple things but what does it really do.. in your opinion or of actual fact
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Losing weight can be bitter sweet... maybe more bitter
You know... this weight loss is bitter sweet... i mean we lose weight and love the compliments but its these compliments that are troubling "my god where is your other half," or "you look great" or "oh my god you look so good"... i mean i know being big isnt the best but hell what the hell was i before... a freaking…
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Maranatha - All Natural Roasted Almond Butter
Anyone use this spread? im giving this a try and so far it tastes good. Question is , is it good for you?
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4 Months in - I've lost 40lbs with virtually no exercise!
I have already put one of these success stories already but im putting it again because of my milestone of losing 40 lbs. Background: I have been on this since September. After my daughter turned 1, i realized that the life i had before wasnt the one i wanted to continue. Now dont get me wrong, i wasnt a fat slob and…
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All 5'8ers... whats your goal weight?
mine is 179 but not sure yet... curious to see what are yours?
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Weight Watcher foods
Im looking to get snacks and i figure since weight watchers is similar to what we are doing on MFP, those would be ideal. just wondering for some ideas. Which ones do you like?
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Benefits of Fish Oil and Flaxseed oil
Searched but couldnt find the answers looking to get more vitamins and was searching for fish oil and flaxseed oil. What are the pros and cons? how will it help with weight loss or cardio/weight training?
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When is the best time to buy new clothes?
ok.. lost 32 lbs and now my clothes look too big on me... i want to buy clothes but im afraid that i might lose more weight and than the new clothes wont fit me.. when is the best time to buy new clothes?
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80 days in and 31lbs lost... the battle continues
Its been a long road. I didnt think by this time i would have lost a pants size and be down 31lbs . Its been a hard, long fight. The first week was a drag. I was still trying to get used to the lifestyle change and counting calories was a pain in my *kitten*. I was never good at keeping up with a diet nor jotting stuff…
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Everyone... i need you thoughts on this
Friends… I need your advice… I got onto the website today and they advised me to change my goals and up my calories… with 17lbs left, Isn’t true that as you start reaching your goal, it should be harder to lose weight… well im two months in and lost 25lbs… but it just seems two easy to lose weight with no fitness… do you…
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Kind of Nutrition question: Water bottles
Im looking into getting a daily 8 cup water bottle for my house. This way i can keep track of my water intake at home as opposed to not drinking water. I sometime have issues with not drinking enough water at home but at work i can drink 8 cups with no problem. Does anyone recommend a good water bottle thats BPA free? and…
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Quaker weight control packets
I have been having this for 2 days straight and man is it delicious. Waa wondering if its a good option for breakfast or there is something else thats better
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whole wheat pasta
im looking to open up my dinner options and whole wheat pasta i had before... does anyone have any recommendations of sauces or maybe something to do with whole wheat pasta?
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Whats on your shopping list this week?
Curious to see whats on everyones food shopping list this week?
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Bananas- Good fruit or Bad fruit
Just wondering because im trying to mix up my snacks with different fruits. My job brings in fresh fruit for the day so bananas, kiwis, apples, pears, and oranges are in stock. I get alot of potassium already but was wondering if bananas are a good snack or maybe one to stay away from?
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Turkey Burger from the Deli- Yay or nay
Looking to get some hot food today instead of the normal salad, turkey, tuna fish ... turkey burger? yay or nay and any ideas what to put on it?
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Is it wrong to aim for 2lbs weight loss a week?
im interested in hearing answers about this too. I want to lose weight as well but i set my goals for 2 lbs a week. I want to lose the fat but i want to make sure its kept off. Should i change mine? im 5'8 SW: 232 (Sept 20,2011) CW: 218 GW: 190 my current goal calorie is 1440. This can be helpful for others. All opinions…
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Your piss- Which color is the good color
I drink about 10 cups of water a day. From morning to dinner, it goes from light yellow to clear. But some people here have said that clear isn’t good. So begs the question, Which color is a good color and shows that your metabolism is working?
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Eating Breakfast sandwich for lunch? an ideas
Local deli can make breakfast sandwich for lunch and i think im in the mood for an egg sandwich any good ideas?
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Beginning my 4th week and feeling better...
To all the newbies... stick with it and keep it up... people here are great and help answer alot of questions... im so far 13lbs down and keeping it up... this is a hard fight but if we work together, we can beat this down..
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Fiber: Is this the secret to this whole diet?
Is eating more Fiber the secret to this whole diet? In what I mean is, that it flushes you out more than other foods that have less fiber.
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Thanksgiving Challenge! Whos in?
Since Thanksgiving is a goal date for me, I was wondering who else would be in to see how much we lose til then. We can begin this weekend or hell, we can begin today. Lets see how much we lose til my ultimate cheat day… THANKSGIVING!
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Cereal for Breakfast
Question for all, i have cereal for breakfast in the morning but i just hope im not hurting myself in the end. I have the following: Banana Nut crunch cereal with skim milk(both 1 cup measured) and half a banana. Any good? not following a specific diet but following the calorie count. also, if the cereal isnt a good choice…
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100 Calorie snack packs
I saw Pringles 100 pack but i doubt thats healthy.. I hear that there are rice cakes for 90 calories but Which ones are healthy to have? or what should i look out for?
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Sodium
Lets just say my sodium intake should only be 400 according to myfitnesspal. For this to work, should the goal be to keep it lower than what MFP is suggesting or should you be able just reach that level with no problems to your weight loss? I drink alot of water but sodium is the one thing i watch for..
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Coconut water- Good for a diet?
I love coconut water but not sure where to fit it. Coconut water good as just a snack or part of a meal?
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My Diary- What can i do to tweak it?
I have been doing well staying under the calorie net but i may be doing some things wrong. Was wondering you (my fellow MFPers) can take a look and see if i can change things around or maybe im doing everything just fine. Or suggest other things
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At what weight loss did you plateau?
So far im almost 3 weeks in and i have lost 10lbs, and these past couple of days i have noticed staying the same weight... i just hope i didnt plateau. Just a little background, im just doing the diet and not working out. (i want to work out but am having trouble finding time) was just wondering when did the plateau happen…
