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Protein shakes/bars
I see a lot of people having Protein shakes in their meal allowances, and I was wondering why? I am always over on Protein just from eating food.
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Avoiding plateaus by taking strategic "breaks"?
http://fitnessblackbook.com/dieting_for_fat_loss/avoid-fat-loss-plateaus-by-taking-strategic-breaks-from-dieting/ People say that you plateau in weight loss because your body becomes "used to" the deficit you're creating over time. Okay. Then instead of allowing your body to get used to it, why don't you do something like,…
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Vegetarian TO NON-VEGETARIAN question
hence the subject line, i'm wanting to hear from people who WERE vegetarians but then started eating meat again for diet/health reasons. i don't eat meat, only fish and eggs etc.. however i sometimes want to incorporate poultry back into my diet.. i really don't enjoy protein shakes, black beans, greek yogurt, etc as much…
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Okay, Greek yogurt lovers - what's the catch?!
I tried Dannon's Oikos - Traditional Strawberry this morning and oh my goodness, it was so good I practically licked the inside of the cup. I've tried Chobani and nearly retched at the awful taste (though admittedly tried it plain and did not add much to it because I could not get past the bitterness). I want to eat Greek…
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How do I deal with enablers?
I recently was watching a show about someone very obese losing weight and in one part they were talking about enablers and how they help people to become obese. I've realized that part of my personal problem in being successful is that there are two enablers in my life who bring junk around or will make me really bad food…
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Thinking of trying Stevia. Anyone like it?
And is the liquid better than the powder or vice versa or do they taste & do the same thing? I would probably want the individual packets so I can carry them in my bag.
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Help! Trying to set a reasonable calorie goal for me.
Hi! I am fairly new to myfitnesspal. I used it for awhile to maintain after loosing 13lbs of baby weight in May (Medifast 4 and 2 plan). Unfortunately, I didn't watch my appetite and gained it all back by September. I am 5'2 and started about a week and a half ago at 135lbs. I would like to get down to 125 as quickly as it…
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Dark Chocolate
For dark chocolate lovers like myself: what type/how often do you treat yourself to it? Have you seen any health benefits or drawbacks because of it?
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Best Tasting Protein Shake
What is your fav Protein Shake Brand / Flavour? I need a change and only want something that tastes good - high protein low carb and sugar. I am currently using Gold Standard Rich Chocolate Flavour. It's drinkable but not the nicest a bit chemically after taste... Recommend away!!!
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I love pizza!!!
Well, not really, but had some today and can't figure out how to log it. I had 2 (I guess small/med) slices...NO, I didn't eat any of the crust, just ate the toppings (it was a meat lovers). Well any suggestions?
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What Starvation Mode Really Is
-I thought I'd express some thoughts on this so called "Starvation Mode." It gets thrown around quite a bit these days and I thought I'd explain it to everyone. -First off, about everyone of you reading this have never been in starvation mode. And probably never will be. Starvation mode does not happen until all of your…
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Stevia- why is it so white, when the plant is green?
I found and bought a stevia plant this summer.Its green, like most plants- And am wondering why it is so white when you buy it? it must be proceessed and bleached- does anyone know??
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How to properly eat?
As you all know, there are three 'methods' to how people are told to eat. 1. Eat small meals throughout the day to curb hunger & keep metabolism running. 2. Eat three main meals with two small meals. 3. Do one of the above but stop before 7-8 PM to prevent fat storage overnight? I do the first choice, but I would like to…
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Hey! I NEED more protein!
Anyone have suggestions as to how I can incorporate more protein into my diet, I eat greek yogurt almost everyday and I also have almonds and chicken. what are some other suggestions? TIA!!! :)
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help! Ticker weight loss
IDK WHY BUT IVE LOST TEN PDS IN THE PAST WEEK AND I PUT IN MY WEIGHT LOSS BUT IT DOESNT SHOW THAT I HAVE LOST SO IT MAKES ME LOOK LIKE IM NOT TRYING. HOW DO I FIX THIS? I AM NOT COMPUTER SAVVEY....THANKS
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Do you have people watching you to see if you eat?
K so here is my beef !!!! I feel everywhere I turn around someone is watching me to see if I will eat. I really want to scream leave me alone I don't have a eating disorder . ( I really don't. I lost my best friend in high school because she had a a eating disorder. I wouldn't do that to myself or my family.) . I eat !!!!!…
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Do i log my food in today or yesterday?
I'm ravenous and im gonna make a low cal snack. i have some cals left over from today but its now nearly 3am [i dont need a lecture about eating late, i have terrible insomnia and im battling one thing at a time. i want to get used to eating less before i start shifting when i eat.] because ive not slept yet should i add…
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panna cotta versus a chocolate truffle
which would you choose from a upscale restaurant menu?
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Can we print out what we log in to eat?
I was wondering if we can print out of food log in? I have a dr. appt Tuesday to speak to her about helping me lose this weight and I thought it might be helpful if I could print out our food log... I am to smart when it comes to things like this and could not figure out how to do it.. Thanks...:-)
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Party in my mouth 333 calorie dinner
Tried something new today! I had tilapia which I marinated in 1 tbs of Asian seafood sauce for about an hour. Then I cut up butternut squash, carrots, and red peppers put some Pam in a frying pan and put in the squash and carrots for about 5 minutes then added the red peppers for about 3 minutes then added 2 tbs Asian…
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Weekly Menu
I'm getting bored with the same old meals and not getting the results I'd like. Does anyone know of a website or blog that recommends HEALTHY daily meals/menus by the week or the month? It would be great to find a site that recommends healthy meals with the ingredients and preparation needed. Any thoughts? Thanks
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Anorexic?
Hi y'ail, I struggled with anorexia for about a year, then recovered and looked fine. MyFitnessPal recommended a lower number of calories than my dietitian, so...guess what? I've gone back to restricting! Dumb me :/ To meet my dietitian's requirements, I have to eat more than what MyFitnessPal says, but I'm really…
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Any else pregnant using MFP?
I am 6 months pregnant with my little boy. Has anyone else successfully used MFP while pregnant to just gain the recommended weight? I've gained 18 pounds so far...I started at 130lbs. I didn't want to put more than 25lbs all together, but I don't know if I'll make it.
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Anyone Else use a rice cooker?
I have a rice cooker. I have to admit I use it religiously, and not just to make rice. I've made stews, egg omelets, fried meats, pulled pork, and steamed everything. Anyone else loves their rice cooker as much as I do? It's like a fast version of a slow cooker. I generally just place whatever I want to cook in the pot and…
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Protein Powder? totally clueless on the subject.
Hey! I am interested in trying to incorporate protein powder into my diet to up my protein. Anyone have any suggestions on ways to use it and or recipes? Or good protein powders to buy and where to buy them. I'm totally ignorant when it comes to this. Sorry! TIA!!!
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For the sausage lovers..
Hey folks! I happened across a sausage type mix, that is delicious, cheap, and lower calorie than the store bought stuff. Now here is a Disclaimer - I've no idea what goes into the real stuff - I just happened to throw this together and was amazed at how much it tastes like sausage. So much so that I am using it…
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Carb-Cycling (Chris Powell/Extreme Makeover)
I've been looking into this carb-cycling thing that Chris Powell does on Extreme Makeover Weight Loss. Has anyone tried this and had good/bad results? Just want to get some opinions before I start trying this. -Andrew (amoro04)
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Bananas
Banana or no banana? I've heard both, bananas are high in carbs and I'm trying to stay low carbs, but they are a fruit and easy go to snack...... Help!
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Anyone know how many calories are in giant cinnabons?
So I was at a Hilton this morning and had their Continental Breakfast... and had one of those bad boys. Anyone have any idea what the calorie count might be? I assumed around 500 so that's what I put it in for. Thanks! http://tinypic.com/r/5odus1/6 http://tinypic.com/r/vnfpxv/6
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Sugar?Splenda?Stevia?
I mean, really, what is "best" when it comes to sugar? I don't use it alot...usually add some Splenda to iced tea or my greek yogurt, but I am about to run out and not sure what to get. I've heard that Stevia is the best, but then at the grocery store, I picked up a container of organic sugar, and was confused. Is the big…