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The Hostess Effect
Last night I indulged in a rare treat - those damn Zingers that Hostess makes. I bought a box at the store in a weak moment because I thought I may never get to have one of these EVER again. So, I ate one and it was delicious. Wow. Cut to 5am - Wake up and am craving......a ZINGER. Junk makes me want MORE junk. Why did I…
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Effects of cinnamon on postprandial glucose (abstract)
As a RD and CDE, I am always staying UTD on current research in diabetes management. Of particular interest to me, however, is research in the area of "functional foods" and foods with natural glucose lowering properties. Cinnamon is such a food that has been well studied and has shown to be a natural way to help lower…
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How to eat healthy with variety if I don't eat veggies??
Hi, Everyone! I'm new to Fitness Pal and I really like it so far. My husband referred me to it after he heard about it from someone at work and he signed up, too. He eats pretty healthy, as he is a diabetic and is very good about his diet. We both just need the motivation to exercise- for many reasons, not just weight…
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HAS ANYONE TRIED THE MILITARY DIET?
Since ive had 60lbs of extra weight for over 2yrs now i decided i need a little extra help to eat better. My friend told me about this diet lastnight and did lots of research on it. The military diet is to help you lose around 10lbs in 3 days. So pretty much you do 3 days on the diet and 4 days off making healthier…
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vegetarianism and protein
I found this http://www.nomeatathlete.com/vegetarian-protein/ thought I would share :)
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Portion Control is a killer!
I only get 1250 calories without exercise so I'm already in a tough spot. I'm not making any progress and I have to accept that the culprit is my portions. DRAT! I have a bowl of cereal and want it to fill me up. I add raisins and textured vegetable protein to boost the flavor and nutrition and that adds another couple…
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CARB INTAKE
I have increase my calorie intake to1485 but the problem is that I have kept my Microsoft as 40-30-30 carbs-protein-fats.... but I always exceed my carb intake and always under my protein and fats.... plz do help me with this situation.... in carbs I find I usually have fruits ; vegetables; grains..... I know they are…
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Thanksgiving worries
as we all know, thanksgiving is right around the corner. that means feasting and having fun with family and friends, what i'm worried about is totally screwing myself over on my calorie count, anyone have any tips for how to keep the calorie count low this holiday season?
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What's your favorite, reasonably priced protein powder?
Looking for a good tasting, reasonably priced protein powder and I don't feel like doing research lol. Suggestions?
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cant eat my Calories
Hi I really struggle to eat my daily Calories.. I'm always about 500 under due to having so many added on from exercise.. any tips on how to increase my calories intake. I honestly feel like I'm non stop eating THANKS
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How soon should I expect to see change from upping calories?
Hi everyone! I'm currently 2 lbs away from where I would like to be and have plateaued. 2 lbs is obviously not a huge amount, but I'm short (5'3) and small-framed if that's even a thing, so it does make a difference in my appearance. I'm not sure what I should be doing differently. I was previously eating 1200 calories and…
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Which Vitamin is making me nausea
I'm trying to google it but I'm not getting anywhere. I take four vitamins everyday B100, One a Day weight Smart, Vitamin D, and Iron Ferrous Gluconate. I know it's not the Vitamin D because I just started taking that. I know I could just cut one out each day but there are sometimes where I don't feel sick. I always take…
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Food intolerances
Hey guys I have often heard of people cutting certain things out of their diets like wheat, and then feeling much better or loosing weight because they were actually intolerant of it. I would like to try to systematically cut these out and see which may make a difference. How would one go about doing this (what time period…
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School girl error in cal counting?
I feel like a bit of an idiot but when I measure out brown rice or wholewheat pasta, should a 70 gram serving, suggested on the packet, be at the cooked or uncooked weight. I thought I was being good with my calorie counting but this may explain why I struggle to loose on a consistant level. Its just not clear on the…
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Any good candy substitues?
So here is one of my problems... I am addicted to sweets. When I try to completely cut out my sweets in turns around to bite me because I'll end up going over board on them one day. Any good advice? Thank you!
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Are these subway options healthy?
i wanna go subway tmrw and i was wondering if these choices were healthy: 6inch wheat bread roast beef cheddar cheese lettuce pickles cucumber mayonnaise for sauce. and how many calories do you reckon it is? if this isnt healthy what are some other options ? :)
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Anyone know anything about "Stevia"?
I have a sugar addiction im working on but i dont think i can give up sugar. I HATE the other sweeteners and heard this stuff was good, natural and without the side effects of sugar...AND zero calories. So, anyone tried it? What you think?
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What is a proper serving of cooked brown rice?
It says on the package that a serving of rice is 1/4 cup, but after I make a huge container of cooked rice I'm not sure what a proper serving would be?
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Do you have a cheat day?
I heard that having one day a week for a cheat day is a good thing, I want Saturdays to be my cheat day, What do you eat on cheat days? Everything you wouldn't normally? I could really use a pepsi today. Tell me about your cheat days
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How to stop sugar carving
How do I get rid of my sweet tooth and eat better?
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carbs
i'm new to the whole eating healthy and calorie counting, but i read somewhere about good carbs and bad carbs. i have no clue what those are about. can someone help? thanks
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do thanksgiving right
alright i know with thanksgiving coming up alot of people on here (me included) are a little worried about destroying their diet so i have a few tips for everyone 1. dont skip breakfast!!- make sure you at least eat something for breakfast maybe one of those 100 calorie greek yogurts and a banana, this will give your…
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Not eating enough calories
Does anyone else ever have a problem with not getting enough calories in a day? Most days I am under my 1200cal limit, which I know isn't good and sets me at the "starvation" mode. But since I'm trying to eat healthy I have this mental block and as soon as I see food that has a moderate calorie count I step away. So my day…
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Counting Caloriess
when you are on your splurge day, how many calories do you ever go over? Maybe an estimate?& do you track those days? Thanks!
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What makes you vomit post WLS
Since having WLS I have wanted eggs. I have tried 4 times and vomited within only a few bites. I have no idea why. Do you have things that you are unable to eat post-op? BTW I am 6 1/2 months post-op.
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could someone help me who has a food scale?
really sorry i know this must be a pain but does anyone know approximately how many chicken tenderloins (raw) are in a 4 ounce serving? i know it varies a lot but i just need an approximate number. i promise im getting a food scale soon! lol
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SLIM FAST SHAKE
I drank for breakfast a slim fast shake. I need something fast because I was on my way to work. I did not realize how high the sugar level was in it until I actually looked at it on mfp. A whopping 33g of sugar. Just when I think I am making a good choice is not such a good choice. They should have a caution label on that…
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Calorie content of....
So, does anyone out there know how many calories are in a slice of a Large hand-tossed Pizza Hut pizza with mushrooms, chicken and pineapple? That one is definitely not in the database!
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Fav smoothie recipes
My fav smoothie recipe: 1 cup spinach 1/2 cup cucumbers 1 cup strawberries 1 banana yogi sip 1/2 cup ice Thought i'd share because it is absolutely yummy :flowerforyou: It also helps me fight my craving for chocolates & anything sweet & unhealthy! I've been having a glass everyday this week & i feel great :smile: If anyone…
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Thanksgiving Meal ..... It's coming!!
Okay, as we all know...Thanksgiving is literally right around the corner. I am curious as to how members are going to handle that day considering that the average plate of food on that day is approx. 3000 calories. YES...that many. And....I don't think that includes the pie. SO.....just wondering how you will handle it,…