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FIBRE on ketogenic diet
ey ppl , im on a ketogenic diet and im only able to get around 6grams of fibre a day. i basically need to get 4times more fibre but i cant increase my carbs at all . is there a fibre supplement out there ?
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Meal Planner
Hi, I'm looking for a good online meal planner to set up my weekly food intake and shopping list. I'm looking for a system that will allow me to pick the "overall foods" i want to eat, and then create a food menu. Also, does anyone dabble in the "body type" theories of eating? Any suggestions on good websites to visit for…
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health shakes
What is the best meal replacement shakes that I can drink that's: -low in sugar -low in fat -a good amount of vitamins and protein -delicious
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is it a magic trick?
I just took my weight for the first week with MFP and i have lost 2 pounds; exactly what i was supposed to do However, I'm not very happy with it because i know i cheated a lot; I can't avoid feeling like i Could have done better What bring my to my question: any magic trick to stop getting hungry for junk food?
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Jumping Jehosophat!
Okay, maybe I'm a little TOO excited about this, but I've NEVER experienced steady weight loss.. ever! I've lost 12 lbs from where I began in August, 6 from last week alone! All I've done was cut out all beverages except water, eliminate the processed snacks that I'm so fond of & eat less than 1500 calories a day.. I'm so…
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University student needs help!
Hi everyone! I'm a full time Law student and so I have to study about 50 hours a week, and I have class 15 hours a week which means that a lot of the time I am sitting down in front of my computer and my books at school or at home. I was wondering if you had any tips for trying to controle the urge to eat the whole…
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accidents in the name of fitness...
ok, so today was the second day for me out on my bike. I was riding to the gym where I want to sign up as a round trip, which is around 38km. so just im getting into it, just did a hill section and now going downhill into a bend of which I navigate fine. then on the steep incline I decided to slow my pace just a fraction.…
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1500 CALORIE
anyone can u plz help me with a nutrtious 1500 calorie diet .... just want to know how it loks like ... really confused with the food type and the quantity.... just give a sample menu for a 1500 calorie diet .. a healthy one..
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Protein shakes
I have never bought protein shakes before, can anyone recommend a brand that I can get like at walmart, meijers, krogers for a decent price? I'm looking to get lean and toned, I took a sip of one of my friends protein shake before and it tasted horrible, I hope all protein shakes are not like that. If there is one that…
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Protein for athletes and non-athletes...
A repost of something I am reading that nicely summarizes the thinking behind 1 g/lb LBM for body building and a bit less for others... 1) Excess protein in the diet leads to more muscle gain. Myth. Protein is an essential component of the diet and is involved in almost every structural and functional component of the…
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the appropriate way to lose weight?
So I have been told that it doesnt matter what kind of food I am eatting as long as I am staying within my calorie goal then I will continue to lose weight. What does everyone think of this?
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glucomannan for weight loss
I just bought these pills and thought I would tell you all about it as well as ask if you have heard of it. Glucomannan (Kognac Root) is a NATURAL fiber source that you take before meals. This pill absorbs quickly in your stomach and sucks in 2000 times its size of water on each grain that is in the pill. The feelings of…
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Shakeology
My Shakeology will be here Friday! Really hope it helps my stomach issues. Has Shakeology helped any of you with your stomach issues? =]
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Almond Milk, anyone??
Does anyone have any good recipes that use almond milk?? I just bought some, I'm not a milk fan, don't like the taste of it. But i thought it could be kinda fun to bake with. Also, if you have any good "healthy" or whole grain pancake recipes?? Just curious!! Thanks for reading, post any recipes you think might be good!!
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Weight Loss = Hair Loss
This is the second time in my life I've lost weight and with that weight loss came significant hair loss. I had my blood levels checked ... and thyroid. Everything there is fine. I'm healthy other than being a fat *kitten* :) The nurse told me "when you lose weight, you're going to lose hair... you stop losing hair when…
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Time of Day for Protein Shakes
Hi, For a while now I have a protein shake in the morning, along with a bowl of shredded wheat. The shake is mixed with water, has a half cup of mixed berries, and that's it (no yogurt, milk, etc). I work out in the evenings after work. Typically I eat a banana and an apple about an hour before my routine. Afterwards…
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spaghetti squash
It just sounds intriguing. I was eating lunch with someone the other day and he was having leftover spaghetti squash just like it was real spaghetti, complete with meatballs and sauce. How the heck to you open it and get out what you need to get out? And then - any suggestions or recipes?
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Loosing Fat, Building Muscle (a plan)
I thought i would take the time to try share some information i have learnt and hopefully in the process gain more understanding, i would like to say i'm not a personal trainer nor have i had any formal training in health and wellbeing. So I’m hoping to share information that has helped me understand the complex web of…
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increase carbs or cals?
I've been on a low carb diet (lower glycemic/no refined carbs) on and off for about a month (doctor's orders, insulin resistance from PCOS). I was on it for about 2 weeks, went off for vacation, and then got back to it on Saturday. I've been eating around 1,300 calories a day (I've done this level before and it worked for…
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Need some advice...
I started my new plan last Thursday and have chosen Fridays as the official weight in day although I was myself everyday just to make sure I stay on track. Weight last Friday:: 181.8pounds Weight today (not official yet 179.2 Obviously I have been losing... To lose 1 pounds a week, mfp is telling me to eat 1400 calories. I…
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Electrolytes: Potassium, Sodium & Need Advise
I am low on electrolytes according to RDA and that does not account for what I am losing through exercise. I can’t seem to get enough Sodium & potassium. I do okay on calcium. Eating banana’s, avocados, spinach, etc. supplementing water with electrolyte mix and still not even at “RDA”. I know most folks are probably not…
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magnesium deficiency
Ok, so I have read that you lose a lot of magnesium when you sweat and I've read about conditions that could be the cause of magnesium deficiency. So how do you replenish magnesium? In powder? With tablets? Energy drinks? Anyone?
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Processed to homemade....
What would you make? My daughter is working on a project for girl scouts. At the next meeting she has to bring something for a pot luck dinner. Her item needs to be something homemade. She needs to find a processed food then cook it all homemade. They gave the example of mac n cheese. She needs it to feed at least 12…
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breakfast shake?
I currently drink shakeology every morning, as an easy, quick on the go meal that keeps me full. As a college student, shakeology is getting a little bit pricey at this point and I am looking for alternatives. Do you guys have any ideas of shakes that are relatively easy and will keep me full? Thanks! -Tara
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This bugs me....
I get really disappointed when I cruise through the forums and see so many people looking for support to lose weight with no or little responses, and then also see posts with titles such as "Favorite cheat meal" with hundreds of replies. Lets spend less time fantasizing about our favorite cheats and begin supporting each…
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weight gain
I am having trouble gaining weight, I am 5'7 146.6lbs 36 years old male, I am trying to add some muscle frame, I eat around 3000 calories a day but it seems I am stuck at 146lbs I workout two to three days a week?
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breakfast?
any good breakfast ideas NO EGGS i hate eggs with a passion, so anything without eggs maybe a good smoothie or shake recipe. let me know what yall like :)
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eat at a calorie deficit WHAT DOES THIS MEAN AAA HELP
Help I dont know what "eat at a calorie deficit" mans peaple keep suggestion this but im not sure what it means. thanks xx
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Anti- kidney beans?
I am making chili tonight,first time making it "healthier" and have been noticing that most of the "healthy" recipes I find are made with white beans, black, and even chick peas? Now, I do not have black beans in the house, but the other 3 are about the same nutrition. So, is there some reason everyone seems to not be…
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Blueberry Muffins
Hi all, Does anyone have a good blueberry muffin recipe?