Saturday, December 20, 2025

Fat texture changing

I am about 20ish lb(start:205lb. current 185. goal 165lb).into my weight loss, and I noticed this first in my thigh, and now my stomach which are both what have held a lot of fat,

the fat itself feels very weird... Sort of cottage cheese mixed with those orbeez things which it never used to feel like.

Well, I put my hand on my stomach earlier, just sort of squishing around curiously and my stomach now feels the exact same way, which it also didn't feel before, perhaps even a month or two ago (I don't feel my stomach that often I guess??)

I was wondering if other people had experienced this as well,. I looked some stuff up about what this could mean, evidently it's not super uncommon, but no one is sure what it means or what it means for their body. Any thoughts? Did something bizarre happen when you had this happen? This one guy said his fat changed texture and suddenly he had a huge decrease in size which sounds wonderful but also like a Christmas miracle lol.i also been stuck at 185-190 in between that for a week or 2.

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I’m a teen. (I’m trying to abide by the rules)

I am NOT here to talk about a calorie deficit or any other extreme weight loss methods. I’m making this post to (hopefully) abide by all sub rules here.

If I do Not abide by subreddit rules please get a moderator to tell me and I can adjust the post.

I used to be 10 stone 11 pounds at 12. This was in May 2024.

I am now 8stone 8 pounds at 13 in December 2025

I am now 13 and 5,4

(Male)

I have noticed a change in the 30lb I’ve lost.

I’m writing this because I don’t know what to do now.

I do NOT want to go into ED territory or anything like that. I still get comments by people about me being fat.

I believe I’m in the high end of Normal. Personally I think I need to lose more weight but I do not want to do it if it’s potentially dangerous.

Before I get any comments about seeing a dietitian, I cannot as my parents do not approve and do not know the full extent of how much weight I have lost.

So what I need to know is, is this a normal weight range and do I have room to lose before this turns very unhealthy.

Thank you.

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Popcorn Seasoning (theory)

hey everyone! so over the past two months i’ve discovered the magical land of Orville Redenbacher popcorn seasoning. the issue is i’ve noticed the scale has been trending at a higher number. it’s been driving me insane bc my diet has remained unchanged after a 220+ pound weight loss.

i’ve been going nuts bc if my diet hasn’t changed, workouts remaining consistent how could it possibly be trending higher? then i looked at my intake and realized everyday for dinner i have my favorite meal, a low carb wrap with chicken cheese and lettuce with green beans slightly air fried with no oil that i dip it a low calorie sugar free ketchup. but here’s the thing about me i eat ungodly amount of vegetables as a volume eater.

this being said, the popcorn seasoning on said vegetables as been AWESOME i make my green beans taste like white cheddar popcorn lol, but i go ham i mean HAM with that seasoning. i faded out using ketchup and literally have been just drowning the green beans in nacho cheese or white cheddar popcorn seasoning.

i think this weight “gain” is coming from the extreme salt content in the popcorn seasoning bc if you look at the “calories” its like 40-80g of sodium per 1/4 teaspoon which is like the size of ur nail. and im DUMPING that stuff on.

so my reason for this post is do you think this is why my weight has suddenly been trending 2-3 pounds higher the last two months? is it truly the water retention from the popcorn seasoning? bc i do only have the seasoning at my last meal of the day which is typically around midnight to 3am (i work as a first responder so this is my usual dinner time) and i weigh myself 2-3 times a week at like 1pm, so im not really allowing time for water retention to fall off.

just curious to see what people think in here, bc i thought it was interesting about body chemistry and would also love to know if maybe i should be cutting out all that salt bc it must not be good for the scale or my overall health.

TIA!

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Friday, December 19, 2025

my friend lost weight and the way she talks about body image has completely changed??

my friend and i have been weight loss accountability buddies for the past year and a half. We cheer each other on and encourage healthy habits, go grocery shopping together etc. It was honestly a great system and part of what made it great is that we both started pretty body neutral. we just wanted each other to move more, drink more water, make healthier diet choices etc. It wasn't really focused on how we looked because we very actively aimed for a mindset about being generally content with our existing aesthetics/bodies.

But over the past year we both saw changes in our bodies and I'm getting more and more worried about how this is affecting my friend's rhetoric. The way she's talking about her body, food and self image has taken a 180-turn.

She's at the lowest weight she's ever been as an adult and is now talking a lot about clothing sizes (which for women are kind of notoriously inconsistent among brands) and scale numbers as benchmarks. She complains regularly that she's still "not skinny yet" and needs to put in more effort to be a size 2 or a size 4. She says that she can finally start dating in "a hotter bracket" now that she's better looking, and go to the beach without feeling insecure. This is very different from the person I knew before, who didn't really see aesthetics as that important in dating or beachgoing, but maybe that's how she always felt??

And the way she treats food now is like she's in a constant competition to eat less and less. We split a bowl of pasta for lunch last week and she had I kid you not 3 bowtie noodles before begging off. She talks incessantly about how easily she feels full now due to her meds and how little she eats. She jokes about being malnourished but doesn't want to address it until she's at her goal weight/look.

She says she doesn't have an eating disorder because she's checking in regularly with a doctor that prescribed her meds, but a lot of this sound eerily like what my eating disorder support group said at our worst and I don't know how to address this. It's frankly really triggering for me and I find myself dodging her messages. Maybe I can't relate because my own weight fluctuates quite a bit and I haven't really had the linear experience she does??

(Also, this is not about GLPs or shaming their users or anything like that. I'm more interested in discussing how pretty extreme weight loss or body changes alters self-talk or image issues.)

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Insatiable hunger after weight loss

I (20m) lost about 30lbs this year purely for aesthetic reasons, I went from 170-140lbs at 5’11. I have since gained 10 lbs back in the last 2 months from binge eating, but it doesn’t feel like that insane loss of control that lots of people have experienced? I genuinely am just always starving, nothing satisfies me. I get my protein and fiber in, I drink plenty of water. I’m not super worried about where I’m at right now, I just don’t want to gain ALL of it back. I’m quite active, which I imagine contributes to some of it but I’ve never quite felt like a bottomless pit before. Anyone else ever experienced this?

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Quit binge eating = weight loss?

Hi, I'm sorry for the obvious question but I just need a little reassurance. I'm currently in therapy for binge eating where I gained 20lbs in 8 months as a 137lb female, 5'4. I'm on Day 3 of not binge eating, and if I make it through today, it would mark the first time since May that I haven't binged days in a row!

My meals now are larger than what I used to eat, with it ranging from 500-800 calories. This morning I had around 700-800 calories for breakfast, but it's lunch time and I don't think I'll be hungry until 2-3PM. My therapist told me to eat breakfast, lunch, and dinner with two snacks, and I'm adhering to that without forcing myself to eat if I'm still full. I'm just not allowing myself to feel restricted and eating when I'm hungry.

I used to restrict and eat 200-300 calorie meals then binge at night. It would be Fri-Sun binges, but these past few months, it was almost everyday. These past two days, I've eaten around 500-800 per meal, eating my fear foods like full-fat mayo and real bread. Of course, I'm not using recovery as an excuse to eat 1/4 cup of mayo in my sandwich or have two sandwiches just because I'm in recovery.

It's new to me eating 500-800 calorie meals + honoring my hunger (not stuffing my face though) and not bingeing after I feel full. Now I walk because it feels good to walk after a meal, and not rot on the couch. I walk not to mainly burn off the whole meal I just ate, but because it just feels good! However, I struggle with this thought in my head that eating 500-800 calories per meal is going to make me gain a bunch of weight, despite knowing that binge eating 3-4k calories almost every single day is far worse that what I'm doing now.

She also told me that once my body knows food is coming regularly, aka 3 meals a day, my weight will stabilize. Do you guys have any advice or reassurance? I just have to hear it from other people and I feel bad that I need that much reassurance. It's getting better though, and I'll update you guys if I make it past a week! A week would make that years since I've gone a whole week without binge eating :) Have a great weekend!

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Thursday, December 18, 2025

Club Advantage: The All-In-One Marketplace Redefining Weight Management

In a wellness landscape crowded with fragmented choices, finding a plan that adapts to your changing needs can feel like a full-time job. You might start a program to lose weight, only to struggle with maintenance once the structure disappears. Or perhaps you need specific dietary support—like high-protein or low-carb options—but feel limited by the menu of a single provider.

Enter Club Advantage.

Designed to break down the silos between weight loss and long-term wellness, Club Advantage is a comprehensive digital marketplace that brings together powerhouse brands under one flexible membership. By uniting Nutrisystem, Jenny Craig, South Beach Living, and the new wellness-focused brand Wellina, Club Advantage offers a personalized, adaptable approach to health that grows with you.

A Unified Mission: One Membership, Infinite Possibilities

The mission of Club Advantage is simple yet transformative: to provide a single destination where you can access the best weight management solutions without being locked into one rigid path.

For just $9.99 a month (or free for the first month with select meal plans), members gain exclusive access to a large a la carte marketplace. This means you aren’t just buying a “diet plan”; you are unlocking a toolbox of over 100 meals and snacks curated by nutrition experts. Whether you need the structure of a full plan or the flexibility of picking individual dinners for busy nights, Club Advantage puts control back in your hands.

Meet the Powerhouse Brands

Club Advantage isn’t just about volume; it’s about the quality and heritage of the brands it unites. Each brand serves a distinct purpose, allowing members to mix and match based on their daily needs and long-term goals.

Nutrisystem: The Science of Weight Loss

For over 50 years, Nutrisystem has been a leader in home-delivered weight loss. Known for its high-protein, lower-glycemic approach, Nutrisystem is designed to help crush hunger and fuel your metabolism. Within Club Advantage, you can grab favorites like the Classic Hamburger or Double Chocolate Muffin to keep your protein intake high without sacrificing flavor.

Jenny Craig: Premium, Balanced Nutrition

Jenny Craig brings a legacy of chef-crafted, calorie-smart cuisine to the table. If you are looking for premium entrées that feel like a restaurant meal but fit your calorie goals, Jenny Craig delivers. From Chicken Marsala to Classic Lasagna with Meat Sauce, these meals focus on portion control and balanced nutrition, making them perfect for those nights when you crave comfort food without the guilt.

South Beach Living: Low-Carb Made Easy

For those following a low-carb lifestyle, South Beach Living offers delicious solutions that contain 25g net carbs or less. This brand simplifies the complexity of low-carb eating by offering ready-to-eat meals like the Chicken Fajita Bowl or Artichoke and Spinach Stuffed Chicken Breast. It’s the perfect choice for members focused on reducing sugar and carb intake while stabilizing energy levels.

Wellina: The Future of Wellness

The newest addition to the portfolio, Wellina, represents a shift toward holistic, “lifestyle-first” nutrition. Positioned for the modern wellness seeker, Wellina focuses on purposeful nutrition rather than just weight loss. It bridges the gap for those who may have graduated from a more structured diet but still want convenient, health-conscious meals to maintain their results.

Solving the “Fragmented Wellness” Problem

Why does this unification matter? Because the modern consumer is overwhelmed.

According to recent surveys, 3 out of 4 customers say Club Advantage saves them time and money compared to trying to diet on their own*. The traditional model forced you to choose: Are you doing Keto? Or low-fat? Or counting calories? If your needs changed, you had to switch programs, often losing progress or access to foods you loved.

*Based on a January 2025 customer survey with 869 Club Advantage customer responses.

Club Advantage solves this by acknowledging that your journey isn’t linear.

  • The Problem: Skepticism and fatigue from “fad diets” that don’t last.
  • The Solution: A credible, multi-brand ecosystem. You can eat a Nutrisystem breakfast, a South Beach Living lunch, and a Jenny Craig dinner.
  • The Benefit: You never hit a wall. If you get bored with one flavor profile, you switch to another without cancelling your membership.

Who Is Club Advantage For?

This marketplace is designed for a diverse range of health goals, specifically targeting adults aged 40-65 who value convenience and efficacy.

1. The Weight-Loss Seeker

You’ve tried it all and want clarity. You need protein and fiber packed options to curb hunger, but you also want variety so you don’t burn out. The ability to access over 100 different options from breakfast to desserts —gives you the variety you need to succeed.

2. The Maintenance Master

You’ve hit your goal weight—congratulations! But now what? Going back to “normal” eating can be a slippery slope. Club Advantage allows you to keep a freezer stocked with healthy “safety net” meals for busy days, ensuring you stay on track without being on a full diet plan.

3. The Wellness Seeker

You aren’t necessarily trying to lose weight; you just want to eat better. You want to build long-term healthy habits without spending hours meal prepping. While the legacy brands of Nutrisystem, South Beach Living and Jenny Craig offer a variety of options for this target demographic, the introduction of Wellina specifically targets this group, offering meals that prioritize fresh ingredients and balanced macronutrients.

Expanding the Menu: What’s New in the Marketplace?

To keep your palate excited, Club Advantage is aggressively expanding its menu. The marketplace now features over 100 a la carte options, including “Fresh Frozen” items that lock in nutrients while offering maximum convenience.

New menu items recently added include:

  • Comfort Classics: Cheesy Mashed Potatoes & Fried Chicken, Meatloaf with Potatoes & Veggies.
  • Global Flavors: Chicken Fajita Bowl, Orange Chicken, Chicken Teriyaki.
  • Sweet Treats: Chocolate Lava Cake, Cranberry Orange Biscotti Bites, and the decadent New York Style Cheesecake.

These additions ensure that “diet food” never feels like a sacrifice.

Wellina

A major leap forward for Club Advantage is the launch of Wellina.

Launching in mid-January, this brand introduces a new format to the Club: Fridge-Ready Meals. Unlike traditional frozen options, these meals are prepared fresh by chefs and flash-frozen to preserve quality, but they are designed to be thawed and enjoyed from the fridge.

This new brand brings culinary excellence to your doorstep. Expect meals like:

  • Red Pepper Paprikash with Chicken
  • Mediterranean Style Beef Bowl with Sweet Potato Medley
  • Pulled Pork with Black Bean and Corn Medley

These meals cater to the “Power of 3” nutrition philosophy: Protein + Fiber + Color. They are perfect for members who want the quality of a meal kit without the hassle of chopping and cooking.

Innovation in Preservation: MAP Technology

To deliver this “fresh-quality” experience, Wellina utilizes Modified Atmosphere Packaging (MAP) technology.

What is MAP?

MAP replaces the air inside the food package with a protective gas mixture that slows down oxidation and microbial growth.

Why it Matters

This technology allows meals to stay fresh longer without relying on heavy preservatives. For Club Advantage members, this means you get a meal that tastes like it was just cooked, with the convenience of a longer shelf life. It’s a hybrid approach—frozen for transport to ensure safety, but ready to thrive in your fridge for up to 10 days after thawing.

Redefining Weight Management

Club Advantage is more than just a membership; it’s a modern solution to an age-old problem. By combining the structure of proven weight loss programs with the flexibility of a modern marketplace, it meets you exactly where you are.

Whether you are looking to drop 20 pounds with Nutrisystem, enjoy a gourmet dinner from Jenny Craig, or embrace a holistic lifestyle with Wellina, Club Advantage puts the power of choice back in your hands.

Ready to simplify your wellness journey?

Explore the Club Advantage Marketplace Today

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