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Let's Get Cookin'?
Hey everyone! So I'm living by myself now for the first time, and I have to admit I'm possibly the worst cook that ever walked the planet. Do you have any suggestions for healthy, fresh foods I can make myself on a college-student budget? Preferably not involving fire - I have plenty of scars from THOSE experiments :/
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What to eat??
My trainer has recently asked me to stop eating all carbs after 4. She already does not want me to eat any fruit at night because of the sugar content in it. I work out at least two days in the morning and three days a week at night and find myself very hungry afterwards. She doesnt want me eating dairy at all including…
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prescribed steroids for bronchitis
So I have bronchitis and today the doc gave me a steroid shot and four days worth of oral steroids. Sooo...are these going to make me more hungry than usual? I'm already frustrated that I haven't been able to hit the gym since last Wed. due to my kids being sick and now me. Thanks!
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Coffee Creamer sugar free verses fat free
I love coffee with creamer and I was wondering whether sugar free or fat free would be a better option.
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What do you eat for lunch at work?
So i go through phases ... i'll be good and make healthy sandwhiches/salads/fruit for lunch and then i'll get into pre-packaged Smart One's type meal mode. I am currently in pre-packaged mode :yawn: So let's here what you all eat for lunch at work so i can get some ideas and jump start my healthy make your own lunch mode…
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Office Workers - What do you eat?
Morning All, I'm looking for inspiration from fellow office workers on what you eat during the day... i've been having porridge & a banana for breakfast, sushi & miso soup for lunch and then home cooking of an evening. i feel like im falling into eating the same thing every day because its easy and i dont need to think too…
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shakeology question
I was wondering if anyone knew of any recipes that i could use to substitute to make these shakes without having spend $120 on shakeology.
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Losing weight too quickly?
Hi all! I know this is kind of a dumb question, but what is your opinion on losing weight pretty quickly? On Friday I weighed in at 159, and today I weighed in at 156. (I weigh in everyday and it's been getting progressively lower). Obviously I'm psyched about the weight loss, but is it coming on too quickly? I'm not super…
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Not that hungry????
So going into my third week the last few days after i eat about 1100 calories or so i'm not really that hungry...is this weird? Should i eat even though i'm not really hungry? I feel pretty good actually... Thoughts?
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Calories
Can anybody tell me how many calories are in 4 oz. of lean boneless pork chops? Here is a SMALL sample of what I have found on MFP to choose from. The consensus seems to be about 130 calories for 4 oz. But if you look at other websites you come up with anything from 60-90 calories per ounce. Costco - Pork Chops, 4 oz 236…
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Calorie Count - A bit confused
So, should I be looking at my net count or my "daily goal"? If net count, should that match the daily goal? This definitely sounds like a stupid question, but I appreciate any clarity. Thanks! - Israel
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Taco Cabana Bowl really OK to eat?
So my meal plan fell through for the night and I'm gonna pick up some fast food on the way home. Taco Cabana came to mind so I looked up the bowls I used to love so much. The numbers on this particular one seems pretty dang good, too good to be true really. Would this be something good to eat (sans shell of course)?…
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Juicing Questions!
Hi All- So I recently won a contest at my gym where I won a free Hamilton Beach Juicer (as well as other prizes). My question to everyone is, got any kick *kitten* recipes you want to share?! LOL Also, do you ONLY buy organic produce? Can someone tell me the difference (nutritionally) between eating the veggies or drinking…
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Meeting minimum calories
Hey everybody, I'm a 34 yo female, 5'6", and last weigh in about 10 days ago was 191lbs. I have fibromyalgia, IBS and am severely lactose intolerant. This is going to sound like a weird issue but because of what the fibro and IBS does to my digestive system, I hardly ever feel hungry. I lead a very sedentary life, but have…
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Raising Iron
Hi all, I need to up my iron intake and I'd prefer to do it with real food (dont say greens PLEASE) what foods do you eat to raise it? I seem to be ok on days I use shakes, but I want to learn about real food too and I'd prefer not to take supplements. Feel free to add me or check out my food diary. Cheers.
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SUGAR! i go over every day..help
every day i go over on my sugar counter.. but 90% of it is do to eating fruits. is this okay since its natural sugar?
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CARBS (lower)
I'm in the beginning phases of my new healthier lifestyle and my focus at the moment is losing weight- like 10 more pounds- and then I don't care what the scale says- I just want to tone up. For right now can you all share with me what "lower" carbs are to you? - I've basically took breads out of my diet and noodles,…
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Where are the Crawfish Lovers..?
I mean, you can have crawfish boils (miss them, I am not near the Gulf an more) Crawfish Ettouffe, (I guarantee the best mudbug soup you ever had cannot touch the one I make!!) My Mudbug Wild Rice Wraps... Crawfish Alfredo Crawfish Mac 'n' Cheese... Po'Boys!!! Come on, where is the crawfish love?!?
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What are some healthy things to order?
Some nights i am busy and there is just nothing in the fridge- the easiest option is to go for pizza, but i of course do not want to do that. what are some foods that i can order thats healthy?
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*I COULD USE SOME ADVICE*
I have been tracking my food and exercising for a few weeks now and am losing weight right on track. My problem comes from something else. I am hypoglycemic and the less crappy food I eat ( I used to have fast food at least once a day) the worse I am feeling. Now I am eating really good and counting calories and doing my…
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Prepacked lunches/recipes for college students! Help!
I am returning back to my college courses this Spring and I am deathly afraid that I am not going to find time to make nutritious and healthy choices. The prime choice would be, of course, to pack my lunch/snacks/dinner the night before, but sometimes this can be a challenge.I tend not to eat at the cafeteria as it is way…
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Oat so simple vs rolled oats??
Hi all, I have been stuck in a breakfast rut. I had some Oat so simple original oats this morning made with almond milk and some choc protein powder mixed in and I very much enjoyed it!! It was quick, easy, warm and filling :) I don't usually have oats (have been low carbing in the past and am sticking to the lower end…
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curry dish that is out of this world!
If you like black beans, chick peas and artichoke hearts you're going to love this recipe!! I made it minus the tomatoes. Our 2 youngest are allergic. You have to add the lemon. I tasted it first before adding the lemon and it was so so. Added the lemon juice and OMG!!! HEAVENLY!! Our youngest is a very picky eater but is…
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Any one taking CLA?
Ive been thinking about taking CLA(Conjugated linoleic acid) for a while now. The stuff is pretty expensive though. Any one use it? Have any reviews?
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Vegan Ratios
What do vegans/vegetarians strive for in the ratio category. I can achieve 15% protein, however my carbs and fat are always skewed towards the carb side. Is it ok to be around 20-24% fat and 60+ on carbs?
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PROTEIN and DIET with Cal count??
HI this is something I have been wondering about... doing MFP is great and with all the kind en motivating words I do believe Ill get there.. now... I am trying to eat really healthy and stay with my goal.. now I dont want to loose my muscle but want to loose weight and DO NOT WANT my metabolism to get slower and my body…
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Healthy snacks?
Hey! I need a little help with new healthy snack ideas so I don't get tired with same snacks.....Also, if anyone has cheaper healthy snacks ideas that would be great :) Thanks!!!
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Mediterranean Salmon Salad
Is the Mediterranean Salmon Salad at paradise bakery healthy?
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Macronutrients Question - fat loss & endurance
Hello all! I am a 24 yr old female 5'5'' who is eating 1900-2300 calories a day to lose fat while training for an Ironman 70.3 Kansas. I really want to start looking at macronutrients but am so confused with my research online. I want to lose fat AND train for an endurance event simultaneously. It seems right now i have…
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If you throw up should you eat more?
Strange question I know but I haven't been sick in years. About two hours ago I felt horrible from eating too much coconut oil and threw up. I had about 70g/4-5 tablespoons of it in the space of 9 hours) A lot of it was coconut oil (and a bit of porridge oats that I a few minutes after I had the oil) and I feel much better…