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Topic: 365 days ago
Today is my one-year anniversary. Oh my God, what a year. 365 days ago, I was 265, today I am 168. I learn a lot during this year and I am more than sure that I still have much more to learn. I lost 97 pounds but I gain about 100 of friends. If I do not lost any more is ok but if I loose at least eight more pounds that would be great. I am not looking for be like a super model I just want to feel happy about myself and I already have that. I want to be healthy for my kids and beautiful for my GI Joe (he found me beautiful 97 pound ago so that was never a problem) lol. Well I am running out of English words so I better stop lol.
Thank you for all your support. Especially to "Pichy" my GI JOE who support me all the way.
Hugs from Germany
Vanessa
Vanessa 
Topic: RE: Happy Birthday-one year
congratulations!! today is my "birthday" too. I have lost 135, but still have 40 more to go. We will get there, have faith. I am currently on one helluva plateau. Scale hasnt moved in over a month, so i know how you feel. I too feel great.
346/209/170
Topic: RE: Happy Birthday-one year
Congrats:
Congrats, On your Re-Birthday 
We have made the choice to save our lives and to live a healthy new life.
Best Wishes
Stephanie
We have made the choice to save our lives and to live a healthy new life.
Best Wishes
Stephanie 
Topic: UPDATE
I am sorry I have not posted a message in so long. I went through a really rough time with depression and was hospitalized for a long time, trying to get the right medications to work. I am feeling somewhat better, so I thought I would update. My weight loss overall is good, I guess, but has slowed down tremendously. I have now lost 124 pounds and am down to 166. This happened on Christmas day and I was so happy because my husband weighs 167 pounds (my next goal was to be below his weight). Unfortunately, I am still at 166 pounds and actually went up a few pounds over the holidays and am now back down to 166. My doctor's goal was in the 160s, but my goal is 150, which will give a normal BMI.
I have enjoyed reading about everyone's progress and am happy for everyone!
Sue Z
Topic: RE: Ugh Calorie Question
At my last meeting with the nutritionist, I was told to get 1200 to 1400 calories in per day (that was in October). I usually have 3 meals and 1 snack and it is usually about 300 calories per meal and less for the snack. I do still drink a protein drink per day, which adds about 100 calories in too. I can eat A LOT at each meal and still have to limit myself by counting the calories and measuring portions.
I know some docs don't think we should have any snacks, but if you try it and you are successful, maybe your body needs to have 1 or 2 snacks along with the 3 meals. Everyone is different and I wish the doctor's didn't have a black and white rule about how much and when to eat, especially at 1 year out. Good luck to you!
Sue Z
Topic: RE: Ugh Calorie Question
I was at the DR today, and I ask the same question. My new Dr told me that I need minimum (sp) 1500 cal a day if not my body is going to slow down metabolist ( that is why I still stuck 
) So now I need 3 meals and 2 or 3 snack high in protein ( for me 2 protein drink and maybe some cheese) I ask him to please don't tell me how much I weight cause I want to wait until tomorrow ( my aniversary) ,
good luck
Hugs from Germany
Vanessa
I was at the DR today, and I ask the same question. My new Dr told me that I need minimum (sp) 1500 cal a day if not my body is going to slow down metabolist ( that is why I still stuck ) So now I need 3 meals and 2 or 3 snack high in protein ( for me 2 protein drink and maybe some cheese) I ask him to please don't tell me how much I weight cause I want to wait until tomorrow ( my aniversary) ,
good luck
Hugs from Germany
Vanessa 
Topic: RE: Ugh Calorie Question
Yeah I was told if I have to snack, it better be protien, not carbs. But man alive I never thought I would be forced to eat more food. This is all new to me. But if eating more will get be below 200lbs I am all for it
Jenn
352/208/180 (my goal 150)
Topic: RE: Ugh Calorie Question
Hi Jen
It's soooo funny that you mentioned that, because I've been racking my brain trying to figure this calorie thing about. I have searched the internet and the majority says that for my age, height, and current weight, I too need at least 1500 to 1600 daily calories. I know for sure I haven't been consuming this amount. I thought I was eating plenty at 1000 or less, but I guess there is some truth because the scale has not budged. So if we need to add snacks, then snack away. Healthy snacks ofcourse.
It's soooo funny that you mentioned that, because I've been racking my brain trying to figure this calorie thing about. I have searched the internet and the majority says that for my age, height, and current weight, I too need at least 1500 to 1600 daily calories. I know for sure I haven't been consuming this amount. I thought I was eating plenty at 1000 or less, but I guess there is some truth because the scale has not budged. So if we need to add snacks, then snack away. Healthy snacks ofcourse. Most Active
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