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fitbefore40 · 03-27-2007, 08:49 AM

I haven't eaten fast food restaurant in over a year. I did drive through and get the kids (3 and 5) happy meals 2 times in the past year. They think it's such the treat!!

I tend to be a cheap cheap date when eating out. I always order water (which I don't drink) and something small like a cup of chili or my fave . .. sushi. Now, I can eat more sushi than expected . . . maybe 4 rolls - so I always share with someone. I don't get a salad or crackers or bread . .. we do have an awesome super thin crust pizza place . . . since I'm over a year out and at my goal I do have have a piece of pizza every now and then. I stick to one piece and that's it.

For dinner, I have to cook for hubby and kids - so I make pretty healthy meals, but usually don't eat like we used to. I was a portion control problem person - if we had pasta or rice, I FILLED up!! Now, I only eat of bit of carbs . . . sushi is my vice when it comes to carbs!!

I certainly don't want a lot of foods I used to love - like sandwiches . .. I loved a good Philly Cheesesteak or a Spicy Chicken sandwich from Wendy's. I could eat a footlong seafood sub from Subway or a WHOLE Quizno's club . . . no more. I can't eat bread very well . . . I feel bloated and YUCK immediately . .. I no longer even WANT to eat that way.

Geesh, I could go on and on . . . but I won't.

I'll end in saying - I love Balance 100 c bars and Pria 110 bars . . . they are my snacks . . . the only candy I have now . . . I used to LOVE candy.