My WebMD Sign In

Please enter email address

Enter your password

Keep me signed in on this computer

Show more Information

If you select "Keep me signed in on this computer", every time you visit WebMD.com you won't have to type your email address and password. This means that a cookie will stay on your computer even when you exit or close your browser which may reduce your levels of privacy and security. You should never select this option if you're using a publicly accessible computer, or if you're sharing a computer with others. Even if you select this option there are some features of our site that still require you to log in for privacy reasons.

Forget your password? Having trouble signing in?

Why should I
sign up for WebMD?

With a WebMD Account you can:

Track your way to weight loss success
Manage your family's vaccinations
Join the conversation

See more benefits Sign Up

Why WebMD?

My WebMD

Show Menu

Facebook Twitter Pinterest

WebMD Home

Dieting Club: 50 - 100 Lbs Community

Where did this weight come from? It is time to get busy and take it off. Share ... more

Discussions

Sort by:

THAR SHE BLOWS!

Bad weather is a comin ! Celeste I sure hope you had enough time to cover your new plants and flowers...

Kim SW 252 CW 179.6 GW 135

If hunger is not the problem, then eating is not the solution.---author anonymous

If you are going through Hell,keep going.-- Winston Churchill

Posted by TotallyWiggedOut

3 Replies | Reply | Watch This Discussion Report This | Share this:THAR SHE BLOWS! Bad weather is a comin ! Celeste I sure hope you had enough time to cover your new plants and flowers...

Food Addiction...

I have often wondered if I did actually get some sort of familial addictive tendancy.... My dad was a...

Kim SW 252 CW 179.6 GW 135

If hunger is not the problem, then eating is not the solution.---author anonymous

If you are going through Hell,keep going.-- Winston Churchill

Posted by TotallyWiggedOut

8 Replies | Reply | Watch This Discussion Report This | Share this:Food Addiction... I have often wondered if I did actually get some sort of familial addictive tendancy.... My dad was a...

I got shorter

Hello friends One thing that I forgot to mention about my doctor's appointment last week was that I'm...

The most exciting, challenging, significant relationship you have is the one you have with yourself. And if you find someone who loves the you that YOU love, that's fabulous SW 286 CW 255 GW 165

Posted by j9Celeste

4 Replies | Reply | Watch This Discussion Report This | Share this:I got shorter Hello friends One thing that I forgot to mention about my doctor's appointment last week was that I'm...

Exercise after hip surgery

Walked a block and half yesterday with cane. Wow can really tell that I have not walked much in the past...

Posted by Marie603

1 Reply | Reply | Watch This Discussion Report This | Share this:Exercise after hip surgery Walked a block and half yesterday with cane. Wow can really tell that I have not walked much in the past...

Inspiration

Since we all have talking about inspiration. Here is picture of before and after of me and my husband. He...

Amber CW 135 maintaining, SW 250. Stress is nothing more than a socially acceptable form of a mental illness.

Posted by blondie454u

10 Replies | Reply | Watch This Discussion Report This | Share this:Inspiration Since we all have talking about inspiration. Here is picture of before and after of me and my husband. He...

Month's end

Being the last of the month. It's time to share my experiences with this new thing I've been trying. I...

Kim SW 252 CW 180.3 GW 135

If hunger is not the problem, then eating is not the solution.---author anonymous

If you are going through Hell,keep going.-- Winston Churchill

Posted by TotallyWiggedOut

Being the last of the month. It's time to share my experiences with this new thing I've been trying.
I fessed up just after Easter to having slipped down the slope well slathered with Easter Bunny poop( ie. Jelly Beans).
The Sunday following Easter, I topped back out at 187.6..... and figured I'd best be looking at how I was eating.
My bf and I had been discussing meal replacements. I mainly wanted to focus on Protein and Fiber above all else. Mainly because these are the things that metabolise slower and keep you fuller longer. Right?
Ok. With this in mind we started using the Ensure high protein low fat shakes for lunch 3 days a week and the other two, using the Cliff's Builders bars as meal replacement.
Did it work as well as I wanted? Well I went from the 187.6 to 179.6 and have been steady for a few days on that number. So I guess so.... The downside of these of course is the carbs. If you don't want the carbs then it isn't for you.
What I found is as follows; Ensure 210 cals, 23 grams of Protein, Cliff's Builder's bar 270 cals, 25 grams of protein
first day with the Ensure shake. Both vanilla and choc are really good. They need to be ICE cold and shaken well before drinking.
I had chocolate. I drank it in sips followed up with water to take up about 20 min of "eating" time. Was full and the fullness lasted about 3 hours. My bf can drink one with his water and work the rest of his shift, another 4 hours without feeling hungry.
The next day, we tried the Builder's bars for lunch. I had the chocolate one and my bf took the choc peanut butter one. The choc is really rich, but kinda dry tasting. Sorta like it's made with protein powder. Not bad, just different. For sure, after the first bite being the size of one I'd take from a Snickers, I had to take smaller ones. I just about choked trying to get that bite chewed up and swallowed, too dry for big bites. Smaller bites, bit bigger than nibbles, followed by LOTS of water. These things have quite a bit of fiber too. I just about couldn't eat the whole thing. Had to push to get it down. Just seemed like too much. But in order to do the research I ate it. Personally, after trying the choc peanut butter (which is admittedly creamier and tastier, but for me, would cause problems with wanting more) the chocolate one is my favorite of the bars. keeps you full for 3-4 hours , no sweat.
BUT, and herein lies the rub. These things are sweet. And if you tend to want salties and sweets or MORE sweets after eating your sweets, this is not for you.
It's sort of a balancing act. I've caught myself wanting to be naughty the last couple of days. So I'm making sure that I'm pushing to get my walks in.
Really not sure if its the exercise or the way I'm eating but perhaps my plateau is at least in remission, lol
huggs
kView Thread

Kim SW 252 CW 180.3 GW 135

If hunger is not the problem, then eating is not the solution.---author anonymous

If you are going through Hell,keep going.-- Winston Churchill

Posted by TotallyWiggedOut

10 Replies | Reply | Watch This Discussion Report This | Share this:Month's end Being the last of the month. It's time to share my experiences with this new thing I've been trying. I...

Reply to Widget Kim

Didn't want to thread-jack so I'll reply here. Ha ha ha, nice one about the artist description. I'm more...

Roh

'Your focus determines your reality.' -QGJ

'Try not. Only do.' --Y

Posted by Rohvannyn

4 Replies | Reply | Watch This Discussion Report This | Share this:Reply to Widget Kim Didn't want to thread-jack so I'll reply here. Ha ha ha, nice one about the artist description. I'm more...

motivation/lots of weight loss

hello, i've posted here before, mostly on how i can find motivation, since i live with my bf who thinks...

Posted by jessicapolnick

hello, i've posted here before, mostly on how i can find motivation, since i live with my bf who thinks i'm fine how I am at 219 pound, YET I KKNOW I"M NOT healthy! although LADIES i'm down from 240 to 219 YESSSSS! i'm so proud of myself. so my motivation, the best thing i want people to know here is that it comes from within! i have no one around besides my mom who i see once a week usually who actually tells me you should go to the gym or workout. so I FOUND the best place for me to keep my mind busy working al day. PINTREST & type motivation/weight loss/ workouts/ fitspo, there are just so many options. i love the motivation & tips & tricks i read! i know this will sound funy but here it goes. as I'm on my journey of weightloss the gym is KEY to my routine, 3-6 days a week it depends on my sons baseball sched. if i miss a gym workout, i work out at home on my yoga mat, with a 10LB medicine ball! (witch i have to add is an AMAZING tool, i love it really it heps stretch my body & i carry that sucker around ALL DAY! rest on weekends from the ball so you dont get tired of it!) but if you miss a workout you ahve to fit it in somewhere else. i've come to realize the more sweat you break the better, so i always start my 1 hour gym workout with muscle burning stair machine, atleast 15 mins, then i do my weight training. seriously i never knew weight training could be so fun, feel so good & really improve my mood, almost always i get on teh floor and make up my own routine. the most benificial part of a workout for me is to keep muscles in movement & squeeze always! atleast make in an hour to make it count. it's deffff in NO WAY all workout, the food i've had to change is hard, its hard not to run through the drive through!! but it's the best choice to say no. water has been a chore since it has no flavor. SOOOOO i add, lemons, limes, applesssss!! *(they actually stay fresh in water for over a week) so keep refilling your jug & re use ur apples) to me water has been a big thing I have a huge glass when i wake up & continue to keep my muscles moving at work & when i cant I atleast rea about aiding weight loss. since my goal is 170 i sitll have a long way to go! but i AM so excited i'm starting to lose the weight, feel better, sleep better, & deff feel stronger!!! keep it up. motivation comes from within & if you dont have it, remind urself to find it every day!!!!! thanks ladies!View Thread

Posted by jessicapolnick

6 Replies | Reply | Watch This Discussion Report This | Share this:motivation/lots of weight loss hello, i've posted here before, mostly on how i can find motivation, since i live with my bf who thinks...

Back to the Gym

Started back to the Y this morning. This weight has got to go! I don't care how much enthusiasm you have to...

Norma SW 222/ CW 206/ GW 150

If at First, You don't Succeed, Try, Try Again!!!!

Failure is not an option when Success requires just a little more effort!

Posted by Norma_J

23 Replies | Reply | Watch This Discussion Report This | Share this:Back to the Gym Started back to the Y this morning. This weight has got to go! I don't care how much enthusiasm you have to...

Yay, just got back from my mile walk

Yay, I just got back from my mile walk. Made myself do it before my bath instead of not doing it at...

Laura

Baby steps, to a healthy lifestyle change. When you change your thoughts you will then change your weight. Getting healthy is about progress, not perfection.

Posted by justmejust

5 Replies | Reply | Watch This Discussion Report This | Share this:Yay, just got back from my mile walk Yay, I just got back from my mile walk. Made myself do it before my bath instead of not doing it at...

Blog?

Barb, what is that blog you mentioned by the woman who lost 100 pounds and has to do it again? I'd like to read...

Kathy SW 235.1 CW 208.4. GW 165

Posted by MOG1026

4 Replies | Reply | Watch This Discussion Report This | Share this:Blog? Barb, what is that blog you mentioned by the woman who lost 100 pounds and has to do it again? I'd like to read...

Knees

Hi Barb! I want you to know that it may take me a bit but I think about what you say. You suggested I get a...

Kathy SW 235.1 CW 208.4. GW 165

Posted by MOG1026

7 Replies | Reply | Watch This Discussion Report This | Share this:Knees Hi Barb! I want you to know that it may take me a bit but I think about what you say. You suggested I get a...

BAD FOOD CHOICE TODAY

OMGosh, I am tired today so what did I do? At target I picked up a small bag of mini chocolate covered...

Laura

Baby steps, to a healthy lifestyle change. When you change your thoughts you will then change your weight. Getting healthy is about progress, not perfection.

Posted by justmejust

12 Replies | Reply | Watch This Discussion Report This | Share this:BAD FOOD CHOICE TODAY OMGosh, I am tired today so what did I do? At target I picked up a small bag of mini chocolate covered...

Post hip surgery

It has been 4 1/2 weeks since my hip surgery and I am doing well. Enjoying the late arrival of spring so I can...

Posted by Marie603

1 Reply | Reply | Watch This Discussion Report This | Share this:Post hip surgery It has been 4 1/2 weeks since my hip surgery and I am doing well. Enjoying the late arrival of spring so I can...

Hide and Seek

I have been wondering .... has anyone seen anything on different sites from Marybeth? I knew it's been...

Kim SW 252 CW 180.3 GW 135

If hunger is not the problem, then eating is not the solution.---author anonymous

If you are going through Hell,keep going.-- Winston Churchill

Posted by TotallyWiggedOut

5 Replies | Reply | Watch This Discussion Report This | Share this:Hide and Seek I have been wondering .... has anyone seen anything on different sites from Marybeth? I knew it's been...

Celeste OT

Hi celeste we do have an opinion board at the link below Maybe I will ask that question over there ...

SW 247 CW 150ish maintaining

Remember the Gold is not in the prize it's in the Journey
life may not be the Party we expected but while we are here we may as well dance

Posted by Jis4Judy

3 Replies | Reply | Watch This Discussion Report This | Share this:Celeste OT Hi celeste we do have an opinion board at the link below Maybe I will ask that question over there ...

Physical check up and spring!

Hello everybody! I decided that it was time to see my doctor for a complete physical. I wanted to talk to...

The most exciting, challenging, significant relationship you have is the one you have with yourself. And if you find someone who loves the you that YOU love, that's fabulous SW 286 CW 255 GW 165

Posted by j9Celeste

Hello everybody!

I decided that it was time to see my doctor for a complete physical. I wanted to talk to her about my lifestyle changes as far as my eating habits and make sure she agreed with how I am doing it.

She was the first person who has noticed my weight loss (other than my husband and kids who know I am working on it.) I was getting kind of frustrated that I have lost 31 pounds and nobody has noticed. She not only noticed, but was full of praise. She thinks that the path I am on to lose weight is healthy and helpful. So nice to hear.

For some reason, all of my vitals and blood tests were wonderful. Blood pressure 120/70, pulse 68. My cholesterol is 193, but my HDL and LDL were in the good range. My glucose was 78 so not even pre-diabetes. All of my other tests were in the normal range as well.

I am blessed that my unhealthy lifestyle has not given me much for health problems, except for my knees and my back. I can get new knees, but not a new heart (actually I guess I could.)

This was just my way of patting myself on the back. We all need those!

Spring is finally arriving here in northern Minnesota! We were in the 50's yesterday and are supposed to be in the 60's today and 70's soon. I am so hoping that these snow piles disappear quickly so we can start seeing some grass! The sunshine and ability to take our storm windows down and put the screens on has been a huge lift for my mood. And the birds are coming back and are singing happily! My grandson who lives with us turned one-year-old yesterday. He is getting more rambunctious but is still a joy every day. We bought him a swing (it's kind of set up like a car seat) to put up outside and I can't wait until he can use it!

So, all in all, a couple of good days. I hope that you are all experiencing the same!

CelesteView Thread

The most exciting, challenging, significant relationship you have is the one you have with yourself. And if you find someone who loves the you that YOU love, that's fabulous SW 286 CW 255 GW 165

Posted by j9Celeste

12 Replies | Reply | Watch This Discussion Report This | Share this:Physical check up and spring! Hello everybody! I decided that it was time to see my doctor for a complete physical. I wanted to talk to...

Raspberries?

Can anyone explain to me why raspberries have 64 calories fresh per cup and if you freeze them it adds 200...

SW 247 CW 150ish maintaining

Remember the Gold is not in the prize it's in the Journey
life may not be the Party we expected but while we are here we may as well dance

Posted by Jis4Judy

16 Replies | Reply | Watch This Discussion Report This | Share this:Raspberries? Can anyone explain to me why raspberries have 64 calories fresh per cup and if you freeze them it adds 200...

Warmer weather and Dairy Queen thoughts.......

Now I don't usually crave ice cream, but when the warmer weather is here, the Dairy Queen was a go to place. ...

Posted by jean4u

21 Replies | Reply | Watch This Discussion Report This | Share this:Warmer weather and Dairy Queen thoughts....... Now I don't usually crave ice cream, but when the warmer weather is here, the Dairy Queen was a go to place. ...

mini weekend goal

Wow! Friday already- woohoo! Since I have been struggling with food on the weekends lately, I'm posting a...

Debbie SW 265 CW 150 maintaining - Don't exchange what you want MOST for what you want at the moment.

Posted by abnersmom

47 Replies | Reply | Watch This Discussion Report This | Share this:mini weekend goal Wow! Friday already- woohoo! Since I have been struggling with food on the weekends lately, I'm posting a...

Its Never Too Late

After thinking that medications will mask the problems, I realized I need to loose the weight to hopefully get...

Posted by jmanjeff

17 Replies | Reply | Watch This Discussion Report This | Share this:Its Never Too Late After thinking that medications will mask the problems, I realized I need to loose the weight to hopefully get...

What present to give to neice's new baby boy?

Hi girls, Does anyone know what is appropriate to give to a niece's new baby boy? I have her a crib sheet...

Laura

Baby steps, to a healthy lifestyle change. When you change your thoughts you will then change your weight. Getting healthy is about progress, not perfection.

Posted by justmejust

13 Replies | Reply | Watch This Discussion Report This | Share this:What present to give to neice's new baby boy? Hi girls, Does anyone know what is appropriate to give to a niece's new baby boy? I have her a crib sheet...

Numbers

I got back my blood panel results today! Cholesterol (total) - 155 Triglyceride - 95 HDL Cholesterol - 35...

-Kali

Whether you think you can or think you can't, you're right.
-Henry Ford

Starting weight: 198 Current weight: 198

Posted by kalimiller

7 Replies | Reply | Watch This Discussion Report This | Share this:Numbers I got back my blood panel results today! Cholesterol (total) - 155 Triglyceride - 95 HDL Cholesterol - 35...

Sickie

Well, it's easy to be good when ill. Worked yesterday but was battling chills, and later I realized I might have...

Misty
Insanity: Doing the same thing over and over and expecting different results. - Albert Einstein

Posted by TNmist

18 Replies | Reply | Watch This Discussion Report This | Share this:Sickie Well, it's easy to be good when ill. Worked yesterday but was battling chills, and later I realized I might have...

Loss of motivation

Does any one have any motivation tips? In the last week i have not worked out, not once. Dont get me...

--Sash =)
SW 190 - CW 186 - GW 120

Posted by itsashayduh

10 Replies | Reply | Watch This Discussion Report This | Share this:Loss of motivation Does any one have any motivation tips? In the last week i have not worked out, not once. Dont get me...

Dating After Weight Loss

I found a site for dating after weight loss, thought I would share www.WLSingles.com

Posted by harkly

1 Reply | Reply | Watch This Discussion Report This | Share this:Dating After Weight Loss I found a site for dating after weight loss, thought I would share www.WLSingles.com

Swap-ability!

Has anyone seen the yogurt commercial where a gal is at a gathering with her gal friends and there is a plate of...

Posted by jean4u

1 Reply | Reply | Watch This Discussion Report This | Share this:Swap-ability! Has anyone seen the yogurt commercial where a gal is at a gathering with her gal friends and there is a plate of...

We can do this, together

Kim SW 252 CW 180.3 GW 135

If hunger is not the problem, then eating is not the solution.---author anonymous

If you are going through Hell,keep going.-- Winston Churchill

Posted by TotallyWiggedOut

4 Replies | Reply | Watch This Discussion Report This | Share this:We can do this, together

3 simple rules

SW 247 CW 150ish maintaining

Remember the Gold is not in the prize it's in the Journey
life may not be the Party we expected but while we are here we may as well dance

Posted by Jis4Judy

1 Reply | Reply | Watch This Discussion Report This | Share this:3 simple rules

1 2 3 4 5

See Related Eating & Diet Communities

See All Communities

Women's Health Newsletter

Find out what women really need.

Spotlight: Member Stories

eleveneleven47

I am a 29 year old Borderline and Bipolar diagnosed girl who lives in Southern California. I am otherwise healthy just overweight. I deliver pizzas an...More

See All Posts by eleveneleven47

More Members

Tessemasgirl

Edit your story | See All Members

Popular Discussions

Start a Discussion | See All

Helpful Tips

SET A GOAL

Set goals- for me I have to set an attainable goal. I need to accomplish something and not fail. Life can be a tough struggle. A feel good ... More

Was this Helpful?

9 of 16 found this helpful

Post a Tip | See All

Helpful Resources

New! WebMD's Food & Fitness Pl...

My weight loss journey

Tessa

Food Facts TV every Weds @ 12 pm

How to Weigh Yourself

Post a Resource | See All

Related Drug Reviews

Drug Name User Reviews

Report Problems to the
Food and Drug Administration

You are encouraged to report negative side effects of prescription drugs to the FDA. Visit the FDA MedWatch website or call 1-800-FDA-1088.

Other Member Communities

Dieting Club: 10 - 25 Lbs Member Community Share Your Tips and Support!
Caregiving Member Community The Support and Understanding You Need!
Parenting Friends Talking Member Community Get Support from Members Like You!

The opinions expressed in WebMD User-generated content areas like communities, reviews, ratings, or blogs are solely those of the User, who may or may not have medical or scientific training. These opinions do not represent the opinions of WebMD. User-generated content areas are not reviewed by a WebMD physician or any member of the WebMD editorial staff for accuracy, balance, objectivity, or any other reason except for compliance with our Terms and Conditions. Some of these opinions may contain information about treatments or uses of drug products that have not been approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. WebMD does not endorse any specific product, service, or treatment.

Do not consider WebMD User-generated content as medical advice. Never delay or disregard seeking professional medical advice from your doctor or other qualified healthcare provider because of something you have read on WebMD. You should always speak with your doctor before you start, stop, or change any prescribed part of your care plan or treatment. WebMD understands that reading individual, real-life experiences can be a helpful resource, but it is never a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment from a qualified health care provider. If you think you may have a medical emergency, call your doctor or dial 911 immediately.

Health Solutions From Our Sponsors

In-depth coverage:

Find us on:

URAC: Accredited Health Web Site

HonCode: Health on the Net Foundation AdChoices

About WebMD Advertise With Us Terms of Use Privacy Policy Sponsor Policy Site Map Careers Contact Us

Medscape Reference eMedicineHealth RxList Medscape MedicineNet BootsWebMD WebMD Corporate

First Aid WebMD Magazine WebMD Health Record WebMD Mobile Newsletters Dictionary Physician Directory

WebMD does not provide medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. See additional information.

Dieting Club: 50 - 100 Lbs Community

See All

Preferences

My Communities

My Discussions

My Email Digests

Discussions

See Related Eating & Diet Communities

Women's Health Newsletter

Spotlight: Member Stories

More Members

Popular Discussions

Helpful Tips

Helpful Resources

Related News

Related Drug Reviews

Report Problems to the
Food and Drug Administration

Other Member Communities

Health Solutions From Our Sponsors

In-depth coverage:

Find us on:

Dieting Club: 50 - 100 Lbs Community

See All

Preferences

My Communities

My Discussions

My Email Digests

Discussions

See Related Eating & Diet Communities

Women's Health Newsletter

Spotlight: Member Stories

More Members

Popular Discussions

Helpful Tips

Helpful Resources

Related News

Related Drug Reviews

Report Problems to the Food and Drug Administration

Other Member Communities

More Related Communities

Health Solutions From Our Sponsors

In-depth coverage:

Find us on:

Report Problems to the
Food and Drug Administration