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7/11/12 11:51 A

Being prepared was my biggest advantage when I went through a jammed schedule for a couple years. You know you are going to end up grabbing a meal at a fast food place on occasion - so take the time to look up the nutritional info at each place you might hit. I looked up the top two choices I could grab at any of them when I needed a fast meal rather than no meal (which is horrible for your metabolism). I was shocked to find that often the healthiest items were NOT the salads. I don't grab fast food much any more - and NEVER crave it like I used to - but when I do grab some, I know I haven't blown my nutrition for the day.

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7/5/12 3:59 P

welcome to the team

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7/5/12 12:32 P

Welcome to the team!

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7/4/12 10:28 A

welcome!

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7/3/12 8:05 P

Welcome to the team

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7/3/12 7:05 P

to the team

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7/3/12 2:42 P

I think being a good example of moderation to your kids is a worthy reason to change eating habits.

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7/3/12 1:57 P

this is an awesome and supportive team and an amazing site. I find the nutrition and fitness trackers to be invaluable. Try to take one day at a time and remember we are all in this together!


Kathie

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7/3/12 1:19 P

Hello & welcome! You ahve the attitude that spells SUCCESS

Best of luck to you

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7/3/12 1:17 P

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7/3/12 1:16 P

Double benefits: You get healthier & your children have a great role model for healthy eating!

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7/3/12 1:08 P

Hi. I'm a busy mom of 4 kids. I work a full time job and a part time job and between all that I've really let myself pack on the pounds! I want to loose weight in order to be a healthy example for my children. I'm going to start by exercising and staying away from fast food! I love using sparkpeople for motivation because in the past I've lost sight of my goals very easily. I'm going to stay on track this time because I want to be around to see my kids all grown up.