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what do you guys think about special K
Just wondering. ... I starting eating this for something quick instead of making other choices that can be worse. Also, has any one didthe special K challenge?
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Safe ways to increase caloric intake?
I've been a student on the go for the past four years, and I've developed some pretty bad eating habits - in particular, I got to the point where I could subsist on 1000-1200 calories a day and not go wanting. It took signing up for this site for me to see how dangerous this is, and also how it is affecting my fitness.…
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SNACKS
Alright, so I do just fine with my meals. Healthy foods within my calorie goals, but in between meals and usually around 9PM I start to get very hungry. I was doing the 90 cal granola bars, but I got to where I would eat 2 of them to kill the hunger. What snacks do you eat that fill you up? Lowest cal possible, would be…
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What all do you count as WATER?
I am getting different views from different people on all that they count as water intake..Me personally-All I count is actual water and the little packets that you can add to water that gives the water flavor..I hear some count tea, coffee etc..I thought if it was a beverage that has caffeine in it, you do not count it as…
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Report HELP
How do I read the reports when it comes to my nutrition. It says where I'm at for a certain day but it doesn't say where I should be if I did bad. How will I know I need to eat more of something or less of something?
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Healthy Eating for Newbie Cooks?
I feel like I can't do all those fancy diets because I still live like a college student. I'm usually broke and I can't cook that well yet lol. This makes the whole dieting thing hard. I see all the recipes with foods that I either can't afford to buy all the time, or things I probably couldn't cook that well. How in the…
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Other breastfeeding moms?
hey, is anyone else here nursing their baby? I have a 6 month old. How many calories do you eat? Are you really hungry most of the time? Im having a hard time staying within my calorie range. Anyone else have this problem?
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the paleo solution?
hey, has anyone tried the paleo solution? my boyfriend and i are thinking about trying it for a bit. it wont be any huge changed to our diet other than no oats or crackers. who has tried it and do you have any tips?
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Low carb and upset tummy
I lowered my carbs to around 25%. To compensate, I added fat and proteins in my diet. I have PCOS so I think this is the best for me (please no debating in this tread!!!!) but I feel like I have an upset stomach most of the time. Also I had my gallbladder removed 7 years ago and higher fat has a certain impact on my system…
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looking into buying a juicer
I've talked about buying a juicer for a while now and I'm finally planning on doing so. I'm just totally clueless on what to look for. My simple question is what do you use or recommend? If you bought a bad one tell so I don't get it either. Please and Thank you in advance.
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Pumpkin Pie Pop Tarts
Go get them, NOW. Not asking. They're absolutely fantastic. Will it help if I tell you they will make you lose 50 lbs, stop hair loss, and grow larger genitals?
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Carbs/ Fat/ Protein breakdown
Do you look at the percentage of calorie breakdown? If so what do you aim for daily with Carbs/ Fat/ Protein percentage to lose weight? thank you!
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A little tip for mayo on a wrap!
I have been making my lunches at home for the last week, not only am i saving money but also stopping myself even looking at the hot food counter at coll with burgers and pizza! Here is a little tip i have worked out... thought i would share. I LOVE tuna in a wrap with lettuce and onion! I do find it dry on its own :(…
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Juicers
I am thinking about purchasing a juicer. Does anybody have a specific brand/model that you would recommend? Any to avoid? Thanks!
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The evil potato
Is the potato really that evil on a diet?
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Well balanced, low calorie breakfast ideas?
Hello everyone. I am looking for ideas in making healthy, low calorie breakfast meals. I have been eating 1/4 cup of steel cut oats everyday for the past two weeks. I am looking better ideas. The oatmeal is not as low as I had thought and hoped for, being that I'm trying to still within or below the 1,200 calorie diet…
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Do you weight EVERYTHING?
Urg, just did something that REALLY made me realizing how important weighing your food is. My bag of small apples says that per one apple (100 grams) is 50 calories. I just weighed all 3 of the apples I had left and they each weighed around 150 grams! Half as much more than they are supposed to weigh!! That's only about 25…
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Airy feeling in stomach?
Hey, I was wondering with all of the people on different diets here maybe someone can answer my question. Every once in a while, I wake up feeling very "airy" in my stomach and upper intestines. This persists throughout the day, to the point where if I eat anything my stomach cramps up like it does when it is full.…
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Smoothies
Anyone have a really good recipes for a homemade fruit and/or yogurt smoothie? I would really like to make smoothies every so often for my kids and I to have together as a dessert or snack during the day or even a meal replacement for me. I just don't like those protein mix smoothies which is why I am looking for a good…
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B-complex vitamins vs fish oil
Wondering which is best to help with the winer blahs. I get what I can from my diet but admittedly I don't eat enough fruit and veg. Can either of these supplements help? Waste of money? Thanks!
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Makin burritos tonight!
I m going to be making burritos tonight for my fiancée and I (trying to keep it interesting for him!) , and I know I could make this into a great healthy dinner option. Whole wheat pita, brown rice, chicken, and raw veggies like diced tomatoes, avocado, etc. We like refried beans in them too, but after doing some research,…
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Raspberry Ketone
Any information or opinions concerning these will be greatly appreciated.
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Avocado help
How can you tell if an avocado is ripe. I bought some from the store, and they are hard as anything. Please help!
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Pregnant and trying to maintain my weight.
I lost 75lbs and seriously the day I hit my goal weight loss I found out I was pregnant with my second child. This however was not only my 2nd pregnancy by my 5th. I believe the weight loss helped to achieve a healthy pregnancy. I was done to 149 when I found out I was pregnant and now, 22 weeks, I am up almost 30lbs. I…
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Meal replacement smoothies
I have been making smoothies for breakfast for almost a month now. It's easy, convenient for me and I can drink them in the car on the way to work. Sometimes I freeze them and let them thaw on my desk so I don't wake anyone up in the morning with the blender. Below is what I use in my smoothies. 1 cup ice 1/2 cup old…
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What is your favorite breakfast?
What is your favorite breakfast? I have two Smoothie: 1 cup of frozen mixed berries 1 tablespoon of peanut butter 1 cup of almond milk Oatmeal: The old fashion kind (only takes 5 minutes) Oatmeal made with water and a little almond milk Cinnamon Dried fruit Little honey
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Figure calories from homemade beef jerky
I made homemade beef jerky and I don't know how to figure the calories per serving or oz. I started with 26.5 oz of raw sliced (fat trimmed off) beef brisket. I marinated in vinegar, salt, pepper, cumin and other spices - no sugar or other ingredients that would need to be factored in. The dehydrated yield is 4.5 oz. What…
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Grams of Sugar per day
I have a really hard time keeping my allowed grams of sugar per day at or under the recommended amount. Matter of fact I don't think I have achieved it even once. Here's my question...When the recommended amount is given by MFP does it include natural sugars in fruits or is it just added sugar? I eat several pieces of…
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Advice on my diary ???
I dont know much about nutrition so would love some advice on how i am going with my diet. There is plenty more days ive recorded my food intake for about 2 weeks from now :) much appreciated
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0 energy drained all the time
I have recently swapped to the raw diet and noticed my sugar intake is way up but my sodium is way down. I figured it was from natural sources so i should be fine right? Been attempting to stay above 1200 calories a day at the very least but if i wake up late or sleep in i am lucky to hit 900 not good i know! Just…