Quote Originally Posted by Ammie
i have tried to many crash diets. they work for a min, but not to long. I found the only thing that really works is diet and exercise. Start with a 1500 cal a day diet, and try to get as much exercise as u can. dont eat after 5 pm. It also helps if u eat small amounts alil more ofter instead of three big meals. It sounds like a lot of stuff to do, but after a few weeks it will just become routine. I lost all the weight i needed to in only a few months just by following these few things. Now im where i want to be and I can increase my cal in take to about 1800 to stay the same weight. For some of us this is always goin to be a struggle, but if u follow a diet plan that works for u and stick with the exercising u will see a huge difference and feel so much better. Take it from me i have 5 kids in 4 years so i had alot of baby weight to lose. Now its all gone i look great and feel great. I dont even miss all that junk food now. I like being able to go to the store and get what i want. So the lil sacrfices i made were well worth it. Good luck sweety!!
Good for you, Ammie! You should be so proud of yourself.

Like most ppl have said, moderation, and movement. I'm also big on vitamins because they help me with energy. The munchies are the biggest problem I face, personally, but I chew a lot of gum. I also have to agree with Euphoric about going meatless but too much too soon will be overwelming, so stick with cutting down your portions and you HAVE to excercise. Really watch what you eat. Have you ever written everything down that you eat in a day? I know that sounds like a homework assignment but do it and you'll be amazed by all of the extra stuff you consume that your body just does not need.

Later on, when you have more control over yourself, you can decide if veggy life is for you. Lots of luck and keep us posted. If you feel comfortable with it, you should post your progress here and we'll keep on your ass to help you succeed.