need diet advice

shoegal68 Posted: Mar 10, 2009 10:58 PM

need diet advice

so i desperately need to lose at least 10 pounds especially in my stomach

what foods fill you up?? i don't know why i am constantly hungry. sometimes i have more of an appetite than DH i 'm trying to give up bread for Lent. so far so good.

i try drinking alot of water. what about those fiber one bars or granola bars? are they fattening? i really have to start eating more fruits & vegetables. that is my biggest problem

thanks !

Mrs. V 2008 Posted: Mar 10, 2009 11:20 PM

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try eating six small meals a day!! It speeds up your metabolism. And watch portion size..I notice this is the one thing that affects my weight the most; not even eating badly but eating too much! drink a lot of water. never skip meals especially breakfast. And try eating more fiber..it keeps you feeling full longer

Ayne11 Posted: Mar 10, 2009 11:23 PM

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Drink a full glass of water right before a meal... you'll get fuller faster!

Butterfly123 Posted: Mar 10, 2009 11:27 PM

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And dont eat anything after 7 pm. Get fat free jello snacks with fat free whip cream to hold you over if you have a craving

Mrs. V 2008 Posted: Mar 10, 2009 11:30 PM

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Posted by Songstress

And dont eat anything after 7 pm. Get fat free jello snacks with fat free whip cream to hold you over if you have a craving

good point! I forgot about that..Don't eat anything before you sleep or become inactive (such as at night) Your metabolism slows when you sleep

shoegal68 Posted: Mar 11, 2009 06:01 AM

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Thanks Ladies!!!

great advice.i am officially starting today. you are right about portion control. sadly i can finish everything on my plate when we go out even after i am satisfied!

i am going shopping tonite to stock up some goodies

thanks again!!

Stephlover817 Posted: Mar 11, 2009 09:26 AM

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Make sure you eat breakfast and drink lots of water!!

Bride908 Posted: Mar 11, 2009 09:39 AM

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Lots of fiber usually fills me up. I try to stick with snacks that are higher in fiber.

Bread is my biggest downfall. I just love it so much It gives you a filling feeling but feeling full doesnt last long...