I FINALLY tried these! Let me tell you I was impressed. They are super filling for only 2 points! High in fiber, protein, and I like the fact that I can throw them in my purse for quick snack on the run. The toddler actually ate a whole peanut butter [...]

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My party went off without a hitch today. The weather was nice (although SUPER HOT), the food was good and I didn’t go completely nuts. I ate a bit more then I probably should have but overall I feel good about the day.
Instead of my normal daily journal (because [...]

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Orginally Posted on May 29th, 2007 2:04 pm
I forgot to share this before the holiday weekend but hey, we still have all summer right?!
I’m a big fan of grilling, it gives my kitchen a break in the summer. Believe me my kitchen NEEDS a break. Anyway, when I [...]

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Originally Posted on May 26th, 2007 3:04 pm
Someone asked me the other day if I did the small plate trick.  You know, eat on smaller plates to trick your brain into thinking you are actually consuming more then you are.
I don’t know about you but I think it’s bogus.  This morning I [...]

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Originally Posted on March 22nd, 2007 12:45 pm
I’m creating a new category for posts called, weight loss tips. I used to have a static page but I wanted the ability to post a tip now and then and have it showcased on the main page instead of being hidden. Below were the [...]

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If you are anything like me you LOVE cheesy quesadillas. You would think now that your are trying to lose weight you can’t enjoy their cheesy goodness! Well you are wrong!! (I know that sounds corny but it just came out of me that way)
With a couple of [...]

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I get RealAge Tips emailed to me weekly and every once in awhile they send a gem. This week it was about low energy density foods and how they contribute to weight loss.
When you eat more foods that are dense in everything but fat and calories — think juicy melons, pears, cucumbers, [...]

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This is one of the most asked questions on the Weight Watchers boards. Why is it so to calculate points for popcorn? Let me break down the brand I eat.
Orville Redenbacher’s Smart Pop 94% Fat Free Butter 2.9oz bag (regular size bag, not the mini or 100 cal [...]

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Did you know that a 200-calorie snack could range from 3-6 points depending on the fiber and fat content? I recently stumbled upon wisegeek.com where they have posted pictures of what 200 calories looks like. It’s fascinating to see the difference in volume. They start with “heaviest” 200 [...]

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