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This time of year is all about starting fresh—new goals, solid plans, better habits. You probably have a new exercise routine to help you reach your weight loss and fitness goals.... Read more
Marketers invest millions to convince us that we need the latest and greatest cleaning spray, detergent, and paper towel, so it’s not surprising that tidying up can quickly become a budgetary mess. In fact, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor... Read more
Remember when you were a kid and claimed that your dog ate your homework, when really you just didn't get around to writing your book report? Of course, your teacher knew you were fibbing. While most of us are past blaming the dog instead of taki... Read more
Most people spend about 10% of their take-home money on food, but it's a misconception that you can't buy quality, healthy foods on a tight budget. SparkPeople members contradict that myth by sharing the many ways they stay healthy and eat well for l... Read more
Everyone has an idea in their head when it comes to looking their fittest and healthiest. For some, it's fitting perfectly into a certain outfit, or walking on the beach in a bikini with total confidence. For others, it may mean seeing a defined... Read more
Good Afternoon. I'm new to SP and trying to navigate these waters. I am currently attempting a plan from my chiropractor that is basically eating zero processed foods, no bad oils, etc. Is anyone else on a maximized living plan?... Read more
My boyfriend proposed last Thursday. :) I'd really like to find a nice restaurant we could go to celebrate, just the two of us, y'know? But, I'm not willing to blow my diet completely. Any suggestions?
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One of my breakfast staples is ground turkey, eggs. queso sauce, and salsa all mixed up. I used to put quinoa in as well, but I've noticed that I'm usually pushing the limit for carbs and I thought I should cut the quinoa out of my morning routine. N... Read more
I made some not-so-healthy choices last night and went over my calories allotment by about 200. It's the only time in the week that I went over my calorie allotment so I didn't feel miserable about it... until I stepped on the scale this morning. I g... Read more
My doctor has recommended I use the Sugar Busters diet plan. Have you used it? Any advice on how to make it work? Any good recipies? Thank you! Carol... Read more
I find that if I eat an apple, pear, clementine or some kind of small fruit with my dinner that I feel much fuller, so smaller portions are not a big deal.... Read more
A group to meet others that have had WLS or planning or trying to maintain weight after being post-op for years. All is welcome friends and family too.... Read more
A recent study finds that Americans aren’t willing to put their money where their mouth is for healthier restaurant options. Are some foods worth the extra cash?Footing the BillA study published in June finds that a large chunk o... Read more
According to the U.S. Food Cost Average Report for October 2008, a family of four with two elementary age children can cut about $180 per month from their grocery bill simply by adopting some lower cost shopping habits.Over the last few weeks we have... Read more
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