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Keto vs Low carb?
How much faster do you lose weight on keto vs Low carb? I did keto a year and loved it. I was told to get off from a doctor and then I found out I had fibro and now IBS. I had an allergy test done back in 2014 (I just came across it the other day) and it shows dairy, cat and dog dander are mild insensitivity but pork and…
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Santa Sprint 2020 Challenge
There's a statistic that's always going around that something like 25% of people will gain weight between Halloween and New Year's. It's Holiday season. In 2020. The MONSTER of years. We're busy with work and school (regular or virtual). With all the stress and uncertainty it's easy to just say to heck with it and cave.…
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What LCHF is NOT!
Been thinking a lot about the impending changes and additions to the Group "Announcements" and/or FAQ's/Mission Statement and Frob's statement in his first draft where he said; " I am hesitant to set any firm line on what is low-carb and what is not." It's a comment I completely agree with since I too believe it's neither…
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just found keto ice cream!
keto choc chip ice cream is really good. Also, the raspberry, yum. I usually dont like any kind of diet ice creams but these are really yummy. I hated the Halo ice cream. Give it a try! I am all for yummy low carb foods!
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No-Nonsense November 2020 Challenge
There's a statistic that goes around: something like 25% of people will gain weight between Halloween and New Year's. It's Holiday season. We're busy with work, school, get-togethers, and shopping. Or we used to be in the Before Times. :smirk: 2020 or no, we all have a lot on us! It's easy to just say to heck with it and…
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WOE Hacks
So someone mentioned in another post that it was more difficult to have convenience foods on LCHF. There are hacks - I have a few of my own, but I bet there are LOTS more I haven't considered. * I make bacon up 2 lbs at a time, in the oven. I just under cook it and store it in the fridge. 20 second in the microwave and…
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COVID lockdown weight gain
I know it has become a meme but has anyone else gained some weight during lock down? I'm back to work this week so I'm trying to get back on track, low carb works for me as well as cutting out all alcohol. I'm feeling bad that all my work clothes are feeling so tight!!!
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Fearless October 2020 Challenge
Ahhh...it's that time again. Fall. Temps turns cooler. Leaves change color. At least in the Northern Hemisphere, anyway. But, regardless, all those holiday foods start creeping in on us. Pumpkin this and that. Parades of Halloween candy-crack...And shortly after that Thanksgiving (for some). More and more holiday parties…
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Years of keto, No more.
I've done keto for 7 years. Only swaying a few times but always able to drop the weight that I put on. Ive enjoyed keto and I've been exhausted by it. But it was my lifestyle I kept trying to maintain. Well recently, over a year ago, I develop the keto rash every time my body started ketosis. It took a few trial and errors…
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High Blood Pressure
Does anyone have advice on controlling high blood pressure without medications? I’m trying to take a lot of minerals and it seems to be helping. I take potassium chloride and real salt mixed in water every day. I take magnesium pills every day as well. I’m still on meds but want to get off of them.
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Step It Up! September 2020
It's been a long slog. Dang it, Rona! GO AWAY! :rage: This year seems like it's been 10 years already! But what can ya do? Other than follow the guidelines to fight this stupid virus and try to make it the best that you can, you can Step Up your efforts to achieve your health and fitness goals. Whether or not that sounds…
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Need low carb/ Keto friends!
Hello lovelies , embarking on the low carb/ Keto lifestyle . I started this week. Looking for friends in the same situation or who are already doing this :) have a wonderful weekend everyone !
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Accountability Friends
Hi old hat at Keto successfully achieved 169 weight then life happened with stress higher than I've ever experienced I gained 30 pounds back. Would like some new or old friends as I lose weight back to my goal weight and re established my set point. Dr. Fung fan here. Vladaar
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need low carb friends
I gained 5 lbs back over this covid 19 thing,, got into snacking on chips and got to give that up. I use to have a lot of lc friends, they seem to have left me. Friend me, I need lc friends, and lets get this weight off before it gets out of control, we can support each other! Back to my meat and cheese for snacks, not…
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From the Mod Desk, FYI: MFP Wants Input on Net Carbs Feature!
Alex has a post inside MFP Suggestions?Feedback in the Main Forum requesting input on the new net carbs feature. And I said (to myself) "We have a Net Carbs Feature?!?!" Apparently so. Shows how much I'm paying attention these days :lol: If you are using the Net Carb feature, or if you discover that there is one for the…
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Newish to lower carb
Hi all, Did keto and paleo years ago but found them not sustainable for me... now trying lower carb. Starting at 100g and lowering it slowly down to probably around 60g. I do like fruit and veggies and am wondering how that might impact it? Thanks
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What’s your favorite steak or part of beef?
I’m really liking ribeye and ny strip steaks but I enjoy round steak too as long as I can tear it up with my hands and teeth. I’ve had some super tough ones. I like ribs and chuck roast for the crockpot.
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Low Carb Sweeties
Hi, Just a hint for something a little sweet.But low carb. Philadelphia whipped cream cheese, and cool whip creamy, strawberries frozen with no sugar.chop up the strawberries and mix this altogether.Makes a wonderful snack for a mi nute minute. I am thinking maybe of making little freezer bombs as they call them with this.…
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LC Basics Bootcamp: Active August 2020
All right, troops! Whether you're a beginner, in your stride, or a long-time maintainer, we all have things to work on. It's time for a Bootcamp. To focus hardcore on your plan's basics and to keep your body mobile, two essential focal points for the successful low-carber, or healthy human in general. With a Pandemic…
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Cholesterol Numbers
Keto since August. Feel great mentally and lots of energy. Lost 40 lbs. 43 years old CW179 Height 5’7. Had lab work completed. Everything good except cholesterol numbers. Total was 310, hdl 85, tc 78, ldl 215. Now doctor wants to see me. I do not want to take medicine. Any resources anyone would recommend to research this…
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High fiber carbs and ketosis
I had Carbquick pancakes (16g carbs/ 14g fiber/ net 2g carbs) with sugar free syrup with a sprinkling of blueberries and 2 sausage links for brunch today. Four hours later I am in nice strong ketosis. I was kind of suprised, because I figured the subtraction the carbs from the fiber would come at a later date. You'd think…
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Newbie looking for advice
Hi all. Newbie here. Day 6. Feeling pretty good except for insomnia. I feel wired (like I’m high on speed for lack of a better description). I feel exhausted but can’t shut off. Keeping up in my macros, TONS of water. I also feel heart flutters but my BPM is perfect. Supplementing sodium, mag, and potassium. Any…
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Diabetes and Intermittent fasting.
For those of you who have diabetes and do intermittent fasting do you wait to take your morning meds with food? Or do you just take them when you first eat. That leaves two doses pretty close together doesn't it?
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Found a good documentary for beginners
https://youtu.be/lBb5TFxj1S0
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Lidl Low Gi Roll
Just had a shock I bought 6 Lidl Low Gi rolls only 29p each they weigh 80g and they contain 35 carbs each my fault I should have checked first I just thought they were healthy
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First week progress
Hi I just got through my first week and I have lost 6lbs ! I am so happy . I’ve been struggling to get back to losing again and it looks like low carb is working for me😁
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Any geek or nerd low carbers?
Hi all! I work in software development, play D&D weekly with my husband and a local group, went to cons before covid, am a huge LOTR and Harry Potter fan, and an occasional rpg gamer (skyrim, dragon age, assassins creed, etc). I am looking for friends that share similar interests. I have been off low carb for a while, but…
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Favorite cookbooks?
Hi! I'm new to the LC world and it's a huge change from the way I've been eating for the past 60 years or so. Hahahaha! Because I work most of the day, my darling daughter (bless her heart), has been doing most of the cooking for us. She's been looking at recipes online, but sometimes I get the feeling they aren't quite…
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GET DAT REAR IN GEAR July 2020
This month's challenge is brought to us by a brilliant idea from @Cadori back in 2018. It's not summer for some of us. It's winter in the southern part of the globe. Or you can take the postion of the sunny side and remember we're smack dab in the throes of the oh-so-lovely 2020... Whatever the season (or global…
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In a nutshell
Ok, so I’ve been ‘doing’ keto and 16/8 intermittent fasting for about 16 days so far. I’ve listened to a couple podcasts and this is what I’m gathering: when you start on keto, you will lose some weight at the beginning (water weight - different amount of pounds for each individual. Mine was only about 4 lbs). After that,…