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My name is Laura and I'm 28 years old. I live in Illinois and work as a licensed veterinary technician. I am a runner, bookworm and obviously, an animal lover.

I've been on this site since '05. I take hiatuses, but I'm never gone for good. I enjoy giving advice and I've made such lovely friends on this site that I couldn't imagine giving it up!

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hello

I have been overweight since my adolesence, since a tragic event in my life.

I was 220 lbs. but i am proud to say that my everyday activities have helped me get down to 190.

so ive lost 30 lbs, but im still at an unhealthy weight, im scared for my health, and looking better isnt bad either.

im mainly wanting to do this, for my health. as long as Im healthy, i dont care what size i am.

so my question is:

Does anyone have any tips or recipes that they can pass on to me? I am someone who is very busy with family and have minimal time to work out. I mainly am looking for healthy eating tips and support. Im having trouble getting through this on my own.

First off- congrats on the weight loss!

Here are a few tips for healthy eating:

1. Cut out soda. Find alternatives, fruit juice, water, etc. One of my favorites is Fuze fruit juice, or V8 Splash. I love V8 Splash!

2. Eat healthy snacks. Apples with peanut butter is one of my favorites!

3. Instead of ice cream, eat sherbet. It's much healthier :)

4. Instead of potato chips, ear baked chips. Also a much healthier choice.

5. Pack your own meals when you go places. You'll be a lot less tempted to buy unhealthy fast food!

6. Get your kids in on the healthy eating! Serve them healthy snacks, too! For more help on that:

7. Do simple things to get a work out. Take the stairs, walk your kids to and/or from school, park farther away when you go to the store, etc.

I hope this helps!

-Laura (17-f)

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(Rating: 5) great advice, no kids though. lol

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