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MrsPJB2007
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Just introducing myself to this board!
hi everyone...i figured that since i'm attempting to get healthy and drop some weight--i should check this board out for ideas and support! i'm tired of having to shop in the plus size section and have been working out about an hour a day at the gym for the pats week. i swear i don't know how some of you ladies do it! i've lost 5 lbs. so far--not a milestone...but its better than nothing.
here's a question---i don't eat fruit--i know i should--but since i was a kid i just can't eat fruit...the moment it touches my mouth i start to feel sick. so many diet plans call for you to eat fruit, and i just can't do it. also yogurt is a no go for me as well, also makes me nauseous.
so do you guys have any ideas of things i can eat as snacks and stuff instead of fruit and yogurt?
TIA!
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bklyngirl
COULD THIS BE MY YEAR??
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Gail
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Re: Just introducing myself to this board!
welcome
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| Posted 10/8/08 10:25 PM |
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luvsbob4603
To a healthy 2013
Member since 5/05 21840 total posts
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Re: Just introducing myself to this board!
Welcome!
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| Posted 10/8/08 11:15 PM |
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PreshusSmurf
So in love with my little guys
Member since 1/07 2963 total posts
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Jess
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Re: Just introducing myself to this board!
hey, maybe we can do this together ... i'm just starting to realize i need to get back in shape now that i'm feeling a bit better
the way you described fruit is the same way i feel about vegetables!  the only ones i'll eat aren't good for you (iceberg lettuce, corn, potatoes, etc.)
and the idea of yogurt makes me want to barf. 
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| Posted 10/8/08 11:49 PM |
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Kidsaplenty
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Re: Just introducing myself to this board!
Do you like hummus? I regularly eat hummus and vegetables for lunch. If you don't like veggies you could dip whole wheat pita in it.
Sometimes I'll eat a handful of nuts for a snack too. If you like cottage cheese that is a good alternative to yogurt.
Even if you don't eat fruits or vegetables, just try to make sure you're eating low fat, low calorie meals and snacks. Also, try to cut out soda, it will make a big difference.
Keep up the good work!
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| Posted 10/8/08 11:59 PM |
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MrsPJB2007
MBA at your service!
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MJ
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Re: Just introducing myself to this board!
i'll try the hummus idea. i do like a bunch of veggies like brocolli, cauliflower, green beans, carrots, etc so thathelps even out my inabiilty to eat fruit.
i was only working out now and again, butthis time i'm really going at it fulll force. i remember barely being able to do 5 min. on the elliptical...lol but now i'm doing 30 min. so i'm loving that accomplishment!!!!
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| Posted 10/9/08 9:53 AM |
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bklyngirl
COULD THIS BE MY YEAR??
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Gail
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Re: Just introducing myself to this board!
take it one day at a time. u could do it!!!!!!
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| Posted 10/9/08 9:55 AM |
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kahlua716
3 Girls for Me!
Member since 8/07 12475 total posts
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Re: Just introducing myself to this board!
Hey! I just found you on sparkpeople yesterday and sparkmailed you 
Try Atkins- you aren't even allowed to have fruit (or bread...or sweets)
Do you like fruit juice? Maybe you could invest in a juicer...?
Good luck!
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| Posted 10/9/08 10:55 AM |
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DRMom
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Melissa
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Re: Just introducing myself to this board!
I would also recommend dried fruit. Raisins, cherries, apricots?
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| Posted 10/9/08 2:28 PM |
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pmpkn087
Life is good...
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Stephanie
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Re: Just introducing myself to this board!
Welcome
5 lbs IS a milestone!!!!  
As far as the snacks go...I suggest you stock up on veggies. Carrotts and edamame make great snacks. Also, Luna or Soy Joy bars a good. I will have 1/2 of one as a snack then the other 1/2 at a later time in the day. Basically, you want your snacks to be filled with fiber. Because that's what keeps you full. I used to take fiber tablets with my snacks and it would really help hold me over. Plus, they're sweet and taste good
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| Posted 10/9/08 3:05 PM |
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MrsPJB2007
MBA at your service!
Member since 7/06 12020 total posts
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MJ
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Re: Just introducing myself to this board!
wow so many good suggestions--thanks everyone!
kahlua--i'll chk my spark people now--i haven't been keeping up--but i'm finally gonna start!
thanks everyone! this board is fast! woohoo!
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| Posted 10/9/08 3:09 PM |
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KPsquared
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Re: Just introducing myself to this board!
Welcome! Just take it slow and steady. 5 pounds in one week is awesome!!
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| Posted 10/9/08 8:33 PM |
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heathergirl
Cocktail Time!
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Re: Just introducing myself to this board!
How about dried fruit, like apricots, cranberries and cherries? Better than nothing. Or smoothies??? Good luck 
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| Posted 10/9/08 10:43 PM |
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BunnyWife
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Re: Just introducing myself to this board!
Congrats Melissa! 5lbs is a great start! How about cottage cheese, kashi cereal, skinny cow cheese, whole grain crackers, Hummus with carrots or cucumber....?
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| Posted 10/10/08 9:18 AM |
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MikesCutie
May 26, 2007
Member since 12/07 1478 total posts
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Marianne
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Re: Just introducing myself to this board!
I would stick with the veggies that you like then. Also, for snacks, I like the 100 cal packs being that they are already packaged and I know exactly what I am eating. I agree with the juicer idea if you like to dink fruit juice.
Good Luck!
And congrats on 5 pounds and your elliptical accomplishment 
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| Posted 10/10/08 9:28 AM |
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azoodie
Member since 8/05 8377 total posts
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Re: Just introducing myself to this board!
Nuts, trail mix, granola bars, baby carrots - there is plenty of snacks out there
Just because you have an aversion to fruit now doesn't mean you won't like them later on. Your tastes may change and you can try slowly incorporating them into your diet later.
Congrats on your 5 lbs!! Keep up the great work!!!
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| Posted 10/10/08 11:05 AM |
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