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Vegetarian Enchilada Soup- Need Recipe
So, I love enchilada soup and I've been able to buy it vegetarian, but not make it. Does anyone have a small recipe? I have chili powder, black beans, kidney beans and sorts of stuff in my pantry now along with prob everything else I'd need.... Just not sure how to get the flavor right. Idealy, I'd like it to taste like…
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brain food?!
hello all im really new with count calories and watching how much i eat through the day. i do my exercises one time or twice in a day. and with my diary im not hungry! but my brain get tired¨ i mean sometimes is hard to concentrat me when i do regular stuff at home. i dont think its my age:laugh: :laugh: so my question is…
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talking to your doctor
Any tips for talking to doc about weight loss (or lack thereof?) I've been here for at least 2 years (not the most dedicated) but still no change is weight. So i'm going to talk to my odc and see if i have any underlying issues before i go any further.
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Protein Powder Comparisons
Before I get the 'this has been done before" whiners this is less about protein powders and more about this website: http://protein-powder.findthebest.com/ I want to try out several different powders and figure out what I like, I don't mind buying it a can at a time because the hubs and I will both be putting the stuff…
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Sodium too easy to have too much
I have been working hard to not only watch calories but also sodium. What are some ways that you cut down your daily sodium intake? It is a struggle for me.
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This week's lesson
I'm lactose intolerant and I eat a diet that is low fat. This week I learned that just because something is lactose-free doesn't mean you should eat it. In fact, I probably would have been better off just eating the regular version. And read your ingredients labels, guys. Especially if it's a specialty item, because the…
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Fitness Competition & Nutrition
Hi there, It has always been a goal to be able to enter a figure/fitness competition before I turn 40. My biggest issue is my nutrition. I know that I’m going to need to do a total over haul on my nutrition. Can anyone recommend any informative books or websites for some solid nutrition plans? I'm also looking for…
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DELICIOUS raw vegan chocolate cheesecake
Made this last night but added 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder instead of raspberries. Wonderful either way but the powder makes it super decadent-tasting and good for winter. Enjoy! http://mynewroots.blogspot.com/2011/01/raw-cashew-dreamcake.html
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Underarm odor since dieting
Ok, ive never had a problem with odor! EVER! But since I have been eating healthy I have a smell...And it seems to smell worse in the shower. Does anyone have an explanation for this? Yes I shave, yes I shower daily, sometimes twice, yes I wear deoderant and I always exercise before showering because of sweating. They will…
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How do I change my calories allowed?
Right now it says iam allowed 1350, but I would like to be allowed just over 1200 if possible. I have put alot of my weight back on that I lost, and I know that when i lose, it asks me if I want to up my calories allowed, which i did in the past, but how do I change it back?
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Eating out of boredom? How do you control this?
I have a SERIOUS problem controlling nibbling on stuff just because i'm bored. It used to be sweets and chocolate but I got rid of the lot, so now its whatever I can lay my hands on, usually gum. My mouth just has to be permanently occupied or I get all antsy and feel like I'm really hungry (when I know I'm not) How do you…
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Looking for Supernutritious Smoothie recipes
Hi all, My husband has health problems that affect his appetite and he has dropped a lot of weight. We have been told to try making smoothies with isolated whey protein. We've been using the protein, greek yogurt, and frozen bluberries, with either a little fruit juice or coconut water. They are okay, and much better than…
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Advice on Eating
Hey all. Just wanted some constructive criticism on what I am eating, should add in, cut out etc. I don't log consistenly on the weekends as I go out alot and don't know what is in what Im eating. Usually I know I don't go over 2500 calories. My activity consists usually of 2 nights a week of soccer and 3 nights of…
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Advice on diet?
Hi all, Just wondering if anyone can help me out to give me any advice on my diet? I thought I was doing great until I was advised that my carb intake is a little too high for steady weight loss... I'm type 1 diabetic so I can't gototally carb-free but any alterations to my current diet would be greatly appreciated! I feel…
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Don't Understand
I am seeing a pattern of finding things I have eaten on the search list and entering it, yet it is completely different than what the food's nutritional facts show....I'm new so am I doing something wrong or what?
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High protein diet?
Hi guys! I'm 5'7", 153 pounds. I'm hoping to shed down to 145-147 before New Years rolls around, and I plan on doing this strictly because I don't have much time. Would you recommend a high protein, moderate carb/fat diet with 4x HIIT each week with some strength?
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Gluten free pop-up event in Toronto
http://glutenfreegarage.ca/ I have a golf game booked for sunday so can't go. If any Toronto Fitness Pals are out there, go and post what it was like. m
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calorie goal?????
hello. my name is anna. i am a 19 year old female that is very active. i am unsure of how many calories i should be eating. i am 5'3 and 106 pounds. please help!!!!!!!
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Any advice for carb intake?
My current goal for carbs (automatically set) is 190g per day. I hear all over the place that the carb goal on MFP is to high, so any advice on the right amount per day? in gr or percentage, any advice is welcome. I'm clueless. I'm 5"4, exercise three times a week, have a desk job and currently weigh 171,74 pounds (coming…
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Breast feeding
Where do I go to find out how to adjust calories for a breast feeding mum?
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Why am I so Hungry!!??
Today, has been a very hard day for me, hunger wise. I have been feeling like I am starving all day long! I have been logging and staying within my cal range for about 3 weeks with not really any issues at all. In fact, I was really surprised at how easy it was to stay in my calorie range and feel really satisfied but then…
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Leftovers
I grew up in a family that always had food, but were taught never to waste anything. We cleaned our plates, or saw the same food come back next day as leftovers. This is deeply ingrained in me. But it's causing me trouble. Here's an example: I went out to breakfast with my husband on the weekend. Planned my day, only ate…
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Thoughts on NOT eating before a morning workout
Hey all, I work out five days a week. My workouts begin at 0545 and usually end around 0700. I tend to do timed (usually 30 min), high intensity cardio strength training followed by about 30 minutes of fight training (grappling, hand fighting, etc). I've been working out like this for about 8 months and so far, have never…
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Filling Diet
What would your suggestions be for a filling diet plan: Breakfast, snack, lunch, snack, dinner Thanks all my motivating friends :) :flowerforyou: :bigsmile: :drinker: :glasses:
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Pork bones boiled in water to make soup
bought it to make a vegetable soup, just for taste. But I have no idea how to count it. I guess ill just count it as meat, eventhough i will throw out all the bones after cooking. The bones do have some fat and meat on them, i wonder how much fat is gonna dissolve into soup. I hope its not over what Ill count it as as a…
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Breakfast?
I'm the person who gets up only enough time to get ready and leave for work. I will grab a coffee and breakfast along the way to work. I normally do this about 3-4 times a week. What are some quick and easy breakfasts I can bring while I head to work in the morning? Maybe something I can make the night before?
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Protein shake before bed?
I am trying to tone and I need more protein in my diet. But the only time I am hungry is about 8:30 PM. I go to bed around 10:30-11:00. Would drinking half or a whole pure protein shake before bed be OK? It won't turn into fat instead of muscle will it? (I know that sounds stupid, but I am just checking! :laugh: )
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unsupportive spouse of food allergy diet
I recently found out that a wheat allergy is probably causing migraines I have had most my life. I have adapted fairly well to eating what wont trigger me to get a headache. My husband, however doesnt get it. I have explained it all to him and even though he is a smart man, he still cooks me things with wheat in them ALL…
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New to food processor
So I have wanted a food processor for ever, and I am FINALLY going to get one today. And of course now I cannot remember a single recipe that I wanted to use it for. Please send me all of your favortie food processor recipes! I am don't eat a whole lot of meat but I do enjoy fish. Lets hear em!!!
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Caprese Salad, Yum-O!
Threw this together for dinner and it was awesome so I thought I would share! Three leaves of green leaf lettuce- 11 cals One Roma tomato- 50 cals Four Fresh mozzarella balls - 175 cals Two fresh basil leaves, chopped- 1 cal Balsamic Vinegar- 5cals Original chicken patty- 140 cals (I used a vegetarian patty but grilled…