Could this be my issue?

So I have been having issues with my weight loss. I was doing really well for a long time and then all of a sudden just couldn't lose the same way I was before. I'm super gassy and bloated too. I have been weighing out and counting every single thing that goes into my mouth including oil and sauces. I thought about it and it seems like this all started around the time I went from using sugar in my coffee to using zero calorie sweetener. I looked it up and according to what I can find online artificial sweetener can have that effect on people with IBS, which I have. I'm wondering if anyone else has had this problem. I also noticed that that was also about the time when I started having terrible cravings for stuff all the time. I have read that artificial sweetener can do that too. Has anyone else run into this?

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How does the opposite sex treat you as you’ve changed during your weight loss journey?

As I keep slimming down I’ve started to get some attention from people mostly women.. not full on flirting or anything (that’s fine, im very much a sociable person that loves interacting with people) it’s mostly socializing and some of it is positive comments on my appearance from women and it’s kind of a shock considering I’ve never had anyone bring up my appearance in a good way. I’ve always been the fat guy so I don’t expect or even think someone could perceive me as looking good at all.

Often times i don’t really know how to react.

Now I still have ways to go and I’m fine with the grind but my health and fitness goals are to get sustainably lean and put on muscle and with that in mind I feel like I won’t know how to handle actual flirting let alone romantic interest from someone.

So I’d be interested to know how anyone has handled this change in their own life and how they’ve overcome those strange feelings of suddenly being seen and to some extent wanted.

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Weight loss postpartum - advice appreciated

Hi everyone,

I’m hoping for some feedback because I feel a little stuck right now. I want to say I’m OKAY if this is just not happening right now, I just want to know if I’m on the right track or if something can be optimized.

I had my second baby 3.5 months ago. Before delivery I was 179 lbs, the day after I delivered I was 169, and a few weeks later my weight leveled out around 162. Since then, I’ve been trying to drop another 5–10 lbs, but it feels like I lose a pound and then stall for a long time. Right now I’m 154 lbs.

Here’s what I’ve been doing: • Calories: set to 2200, but my actual average last week was ~2250. I’d say ~80% adherence — sometimes I grab bites off my kid’s plate, sometimes social events throw me off, and the last two days before grocery shopping meals are more patchwork. I try to track everything as best I can. • Diet: I meal prep, rarely eat out, and drink coffee daily. • Exercise: Strength train 3x/week (lifting effort around 5–6/10). • Learn-to-run 5K program: currently doing ~2 min run / 2 min walk intervals for 6–8 rounds. • Step goal: 12,000 daily. • Lifestyle: Exclusively breastfeeding.

A few more details: • Before, I was eating 2500–2700 calories, then slowly dropped to 2200 where I did see some initial progress, but nothing in the last week or so. • I don’t want to overtrain or tank my milk supply, but I also don’t want to just spin my wheels.

My questions: • Am I still eating too much at 2200–2250 while breastfeeding and being this active? • Should I be more patient, or do I need to tighten up tracking more? • Is it normal for weight loss to be this slow after baby #2?

Any feedback, experiences, or tips would be really appreciated — thank you!

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Noticing it!

SW: 240 CW: 203 GW: 140

Hi!

Just wanted to pop on here and talk about noticing the weight loss etc.

When I started in May, I wondered how long it would be until I noticed it. Not other people, not the scales or measuring tape, but my own eyes.

I have body dysmorphia, so noticing it can be hard, as I only see what my mind allows me. That being said, I have been working on my self image issues, and truly looking in the mirror everyday with a positive mindset.

Over the last week, I have really noticed my weight loss, for the first time ever. I realised things were baggier, but truly didn’t believe it. Now I can really see it, and I feel like I am seeing my true self for the first time ever.

This is around the 30-40lb mark for anyone wondering, but others around me noticed at the 20lb mark.

So here I am, almost 4 months down the line, so happy I made that change even when I didn’t see the results strait away. I cannot wait to carry on, and see how I feel another 4 months down the line! So happy I am about to be under the 200lb mark in the first time in about 3/4 years, it’s going to be a real proud moment for me.

So if you’re reading this, please carry on! You can do it, and you will see those positive changes. If you are struggling, work on yourself too. That’s the best thing I ever did. Let time pass by, make those changes and you will see the results eventually. You will thank yourself so much. The time will pass anyway, so you might as well try <3

Fingers crossed for an under 200lb weigh in soon!

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OMAD and weight loss as a F42

Gang. Curious how many folks have used OMAD for weight loss? And some general do’s and dont’s? I’ve been listening to my natural cues for hunger while maintaining exercise. I find I prefer to exercise in the am and have a large breakfast. I then find I’m not hungry for the rest of the day.

I am 42F. Am I crazy for thinking this is the way I should approach my weight loss journey moving forward? Feels very natural and wrong at the same time because we’re told to have meals with X macros and all that. Looking for some guidance. Thanks all!

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What are your go to budget friendly recipes?

I (26f) am the highest weight i’ve ever been. I’m 270 lbs and I gained 90 of them over the past 5 years, after a fairly big 50 lb weight loss in 2020 (very depresso, ed way, do not want to repeat). Right now, I’m living at home with my parents and working a part time job. I’m applying for better positions and hoping to hear back soon but damn it feels like every check disappears within days (cc debt, student loans, car payment, health insurance, pet food, everything). I’m drowning but I’m applying for ebt so hopefully i can get it but rn I have some money (50-60ish) every two weeks that can buy food but it usually ends up being coffee and random snacks. That 100% needs to change to actually groceries though but I don’t really know what to buy?

Since I live at home I’m fortunate my mom cooks pretty frequently but not super healthy. Delicious though. I know I’m still going to eat her food a couple times a week but I do want to cook for myself more. The times that i’ve grocery shopped for myself in the past, either (a) the entire budget goes towards like one or two recipes (b) I’ve gotten like salads, salmon and veggies, and things like this but I never end up making it cause I don’t wanna cook after work and it’s so much easier to eat what she made (c) I make the food and I’m not satisfied so I still eat what she made (d) Or if neither, then I end up using whatever gift cards/points I have on apps for free fast food.

I know cutting back on sugary coffees and drink overall will help a ton along with going on walks to start but outside of that, I need easy things that I can prep so that when I get home I can just eat it but still feel satisfied and good about what I just ate.

What are some budget friendly and easily prepared recipes that you guys tend to gravitate towards? Also any tips you have for grocery shopping on a tight budget?

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