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firefall · 61-69, M
If you have a reasonable income, Ideal Protein works very effectively. (or at least it did for my wife and I) - the drawback was spending about $100/week each on all the foods they supply, on top of meat & fresh vegetables.
Failing that, lots of salads & vegetables, plenty of lean meat, as little carbs as you can endure, and zero sugars/sweets
ETA: I lost about 60 pounds over 9 months using Ideal Protein, and have lost another 30 or so in the last 12 months, just doing the salad/vege + meat routine.
Failing that, lots of salads & vegetables, plenty of lean meat, as little carbs as you can endure, and zero sugars/sweets
ETA: I lost about 60 pounds over 9 months using Ideal Protein, and have lost another 30 or so in the last 12 months, just doing the salad/vege + meat routine.
TwiddlerofThumbs · F
Vegetables + herbs
Vegetables should take up 2/3 of your dinner plate. You only need a little protein.
Quit eating white bread and stay away from baked goods.
When you want candy, or sugar, eat protein and fruit.
Move around more. Go for walks someplace you want to explore. Clean the garage you've been ignoring. Do yard work.
Vegetables should take up 2/3 of your dinner plate. You only need a little protein.
Quit eating white bread and stay away from baked goods.
When you want candy, or sugar, eat protein and fruit.
Move around more. Go for walks someplace you want to explore. Clean the garage you've been ignoring. Do yard work.
Fernie · F
geez...that list is pretty overwhelming
TwiddlerofThumbs · F
I am sort of a hard ass when it comes to food.
..lol
Ok so I'm allergic to most everything yummy like white bread, eggs & dairy or I would be all about the doughnut. but chronic pain, hives and acne make me think twice before eating a cruller. i miss them so much *cries a little*
..lol
Ok so I'm allergic to most everything yummy like white bread, eggs & dairy or I would be all about the doughnut. but chronic pain, hives and acne make me think twice before eating a cruller. i miss them so much *cries a little*
Primnproper · 56-60, F
Primnproper · 56-60, F
Fernie · F
@Primnproper: 8 years! That must have been very frustrating for you..and scary. Having a supportive partner is so important. My dear friend who struggled with Diabetes...very low numbers...is the one who alerted me to the fact that I had it...she was a great support system but passed away because she just could not get it under control. I think we are blessed you and I
Primnproper · 56-60, F
@Fernie: yes it is hard and it helps to have support..
Th1nkF1rst · 70-79, M
Simple Plan:
Put whatever amount of food you Want to Eat on your plate.
Before sitting and eating, drink 12 to 16 ounces of Cold Water.
Now, no matter what it is, throw 1/3rd of each of the foods on your plate away!
Do this every meal, every snack, every calorie you consume.
the End.
Put whatever amount of food you Want to Eat on your plate.
Before sitting and eating, drink 12 to 16 ounces of Cold Water.
Now, no matter what it is, throw 1/3rd of each of the foods on your plate away!
Do this every meal, every snack, every calorie you consume.
the End.
TwiddlerofThumbs · F
Interesting plan. Would work for some.
I have a mom, who eats so very little.
so little
She makes a soy/fruit smoothie for breakfast.
Sometimes its just coffee and toast.
She will eat half a sandwich for lunch, at most.
Sometimes a handful of sunflower seeds for 'dinner'.
She walks between 4 and 6 miles a day at least 5 days a week.
By 3 PM she is done eating for the day
She has never been less than 50LBS overweight.
It's not only about food for everyone.
I don't think the woman could starve to death. Her body would never allow that.
I have a mom, who eats so very little.
so little
She makes a soy/fruit smoothie for breakfast.
Sometimes its just coffee and toast.
She will eat half a sandwich for lunch, at most.
Sometimes a handful of sunflower seeds for 'dinner'.
She walks between 4 and 6 miles a day at least 5 days a week.
By 3 PM she is done eating for the day
She has never been less than 50LBS overweight.
It's not only about food for everyone.
I don't think the woman could starve to death. Her body would never allow that.
Fernie · F
@NigelDoes: You'd have to be iron willed for that to work...plus be able to afford tossing good food in the trash
Fernie · F
@TwiddlerOfThumbs: That is one of the many games people play with themselves...a little neurotic actually...it's not feasible for many.
KingofPizza2 · 36-40, M
SatyrService · M
yes, no White Food,, bread rice potatoes sugar
LOTS of raw plants all want,, the leanest meat,, olive oil not butter.
5 small meal a day instead of three big ones will help
TRY seaweed.. can rep[lace chips, cut out beer,, if you drink have a "Skinny Bitch" vodka soad and a squeeze of citrus
LOTS of raw plants all want,, the leanest meat,, olive oil not butter.
5 small meal a day instead of three big ones will help
TRY seaweed.. can rep[lace chips, cut out beer,, if you drink have a "Skinny Bitch" vodka soad and a squeeze of citrus
NigelDoes · 56-60, M
Eliminating processed foods, fried foods, and fast foods from your diet would be a big start. Eat lots of green leafy vegetables, fruits, and relatively low fat meats. Legumes, are also very healthy but don't overdo it with carbs.
Ballora · 26-30, F
try organic veggies fruits, and lotsa carbs 2 fill u up so u dont get inclined 2 eat snacks. Oh yeah and excercise
NigelDoes · 56-60, M
Organic veggies are generally unaffordable where I live which is why I grow as many of my own as I can.
VeronicaPrincess · 61-69
Don't keep treats in your home - if they're not there, their capacity to entice you is significantly diminished! :)
benfaltiger004 · 46-50, M
Bake or Grill ... drop your oil/butter usage.
And when you feel hungry between meals .. eat a few nuts
And when you feel hungry between meals .. eat a few nuts
SW-User
Low carbs, lots of green tea (like six cups a day) Lots of water.
ErinFrisk · 22-25
better fat then anorexic
Mondayschild · F
stop eating!
sighmeupforthat · 46-50, M
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