Comments on: The First Pics from 90210v2.0

By: Jebbica

Jebbica — Fri, 15 Aug 2008 12:55:46 +0000

Putting lemon juice on salads is something I picked up from diets past and I liked it so much that’s what I always use now! Also, if you can stand it, balsamic vinegar is pretty good on salads, too. My bf is allergic to mayo though so there’s no ranch or Caesar or anything white allowed in the house anyway, so that helps. :)

I’m so poor, I can only afford to eat like every other day now. You’d think as starving as I am, I’d be dropping pounds like a mother. Instead, I think I’m GAINING weight!

Good luck with your diet!

By: RhymesWithSilver

RhymesWithSilver — Fri, 15 Aug 2008 02:59:28 +0000

Any diet that makes you hate life isn’t doing you any favors. If you want, I will totally modify whatever crappy recipes this diet is giving you and make them tastier. There is no reason you can’t use something besides lemon juice as dressing. Here’s a fat-free, protein-filled, creamy dressing that will make your salad much more bearable:

1/4 cup nonfat plain yogurt
1 tbsp water
2 tsp apple cider vinegar
1 tsp Italian seasoning (or Mrs. Dash, Adobo, or whatever you have)

Also, is it lettuce or spinach in your salad? Use spinach- it has vitamins and lettuce has nothing.

I lost 40 lbs six years ago. No diet- just eating delicious things in sensible amounts. You will totally stop craving crap shortly. Eat protein! Trying to stay full on rice cakes and water is what’s making you grouchy- eat an egg white with it and you’ll feel much better.

By: Sasha

Sasha — Fri, 15 Aug 2008 01:28:01 +0000

I heard that The Hills was totally fake, its all acted, even when they’re driving.
But what do I know, I don’t watch the show :Dhee

but good luck on ur diet Beet ;*
I’m having a hard time with my diet also, I’ve also quit smoking like 6 times b4 so here’s a fun fact ; The nicotine in your body stays in your body for 5 days, and if you still want a cigarette after those five days,, then its all in your head. So just take your mind off it and your need for a cigarette goes away :D

By: ribbet

ribbet — Thu, 14 Aug 2008 18:30:28 +0000

@misscourtenay: how are you doing that without killing anyone? wow.

By: ribbet

ribbet — Thu, 14 Aug 2008 18:27:57 +0000

i love this site. almost everyone who posts is so nice and really fun to read. thanks for the laughs beet and everyone!

beet, the water advice that folks are giving you is really good advice. so is down unda’s marathon mentality.

remember everyday is a new one so if you screwed up the day before it doesn’t matter, that’s the past, start fresh again.

you can dooooo it. sending positive thoughts your way.

By: joan

joan — Thu, 14 Aug 2008 17:56:58 +0000

salsa also works great for a fat free salad dressing. add a little vinegar if its too thick. tomatoes, vinegar, and garlic are SO good for you (and tasty!)- also, whatever the botanical secret stuff is in chili peppers is supposed to boost your metabolism.

By: Wisermom

Wisermom — Thu, 14 Aug 2008 15:14:17 +0000

When I wanted to start losing weight, I bought a video ipod and started to watch “24″ while on the eliptical. I was so much fun, and I can’t stand running. I’m going to do my first 1/2 marathon in 2 weeks. I would only give you this advice if it was easy, and if I knew it worked with other people. Keep it up!

By: misscourtenay

misscourtenay — Thu, 14 Aug 2008 03:57:45 +0000

beet.. i’m on day two of a seven day fast.. hardcore fast. check it out http://www.thesparesorts.net. oh and in thailand…

By: Down Unda

Down Unda — Thu, 14 Aug 2008 03:35:38 +0000

@ Klipper who said “…horribly written shows like… â€˜The Hillsâ€™”:

What the hell are you talking about?! The Hills is unscripted live TV! Take it back!

(BTW: Before I start another angry debate and receive “hate posts,” I’m just kidding. :-) )

By: mimi in mo

mimi in mo — Thu, 14 Aug 2008 03:25:05 +0000

About 2 1/2 years ago I went on a crazy diet too. I lost 35 lbs & I’ve kept off 25 lbs. I just HAD to have a little taste of chocolate every once & awhile so I started taking a Viactive in the evening. It’s a vitamin chocolate chew for (I think) calcium & vitimin D. It’s not Hershey’s but better than nothing. And the crappy drink water all the time thing works too but kind-a sucks :-) Good luck!

By: frogirl1978

frogirl1978 — Thu, 14 Aug 2008 03:07:15 +0000

Can’t you eat the salad with balsamic vinegar? fat free dressing, you can even mix it with lemon juice and garlic, and tastes much better.

By: Down Unda

Down Unda — Thu, 14 Aug 2008 02:52:49 +0000

Geez, do they flash back to the 70s?!

Beet, drink a lot of water… it’ll fill your stomach and take away some of the hunger pangs. :-) Also, you should also set small goals for yourself and reward yourself when you reach those goals. (For example, if you stick with whatever dietary restrictions you set for yourself from Monday through Thursday, not smoke, and do an hour of cardio a day you’ll: ______________. ) Then on Sunday schedule a massage, or go to a show, or go wine tasting, etc.

Think marathon, not sprint! :-) Good luck! (If it makes you feel any better, I’m doing the cardio thing to get into shape for summer! I find women tend to prefer a guy with a 6 pack rather than a party ball! :-) It’s not any easier for a guy to get motivated either!)