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Eat less, move more, high carb fail.
Look AHEAD trial stopped http://high-fat-nutrition.blogspot.com/2012/10/look-ahead-trial-stopped.html
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Medieval bread bowl?
So, at my sisters school, they are having a medieval feast. There will be soup, pastries, and the like. They have wheat bread bowls... How many carbs do you reckon are in one of these things??? Also, how can I eat soup without my sodium going through the roof. I'm actually scared I might not be able to eat anything...:sad:…
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Avoiding a particular food item?
I'm just curious. Is there any food item that you would avoid at all costs? Like... you would rather go hungry than eat this one item? And why? For me, it is hot dogs. When I was little, my mom got me a hot dog at a carnvial type event. When I bit into it, it was stuffed with GLASS. It shredded my mouth to pieces. I…
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Starvation mode - daily limit?
I've done a lot of research about starvation motion, but I'm not quite sure about how many calories to eat each day to avoid it. I mean I know the daily calories for my intake while losing weight, but how do I factor in working out without going into starvation mode? And once I turn it on, how long before it turns off? Are…
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What to do?
Yesterday was a difficult day. I ate a whole bag of pretzel flats. Any suggestions on what to do when I am really stressed out other than eating?
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How Much Water Should We REALLY Drink?
I've been trying to increase my water in take lately and am wondering if I am drinking enough. The problem is I've been told several different things as to how much water I should drink. Things like 8 cups of water per day to 1oz of water per pound of body weight. Anybody know a general rule of thumb of how water a person…
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Dumb Q on Frozen Foods
When counting calories on frozen foods, are the weights listed on the package the frozen or cooked weights? For example, the steak fries I enjoyed yesterday say a serving size is 3 oz, but obviously they weigh more frozen than cooked. Do I weigh before or after cooking? Thanks for humoring me. :)
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Who says cottage cheese needs to be boring?
So, I've recently been doing a bit of experimenting with foods, in particular pancakes and cakes... I've discovered this awesome form of delishiousness in the shape of a pancake. A low carb, low fat, high protein form of delishiousness. The main ingredients: Single White - Egg, 1 Egg Barambah Organics - Quark, 100 g Health…
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Questions about MFP's reccommended calorie intake
So my MFP is telling me my goal calories should be 2580 per day. That seems kind of high to me. Like, very high. I have a pretty physically intense job (Pastry cook), but even so. I've always thought daily intake was supposed to be around 2k?
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under calorie intake
I am under my calorie intake by 600, does this mean i just keep eating till i get there,,, or.. do i just call it a night and try again tomorrow?
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Peanuts
I see alot fo people eating peanuts and stuff as snacks. alot of people sudjest it and i dont understnad. all the peanuts i look at are high on fat content and calories. i dont see were people are seeing peanuts so good for them. Am i missing something? maybe my store just sucks at selling good things lol
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Help me choose from this menu?
I've recently gotten back on track after slipping up for the past few weeks. I am going to dinner with friends tonight and have about 800 calories to work with. There is not nutrition information available for this restaurant. Help? http://www.elportonmexicanrestaurants.com/dinner.pdf (I think the red tilapia veracruzana…
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Different types of Calories?
I have heard about calories from carbs or sugars are worse for you. Someone mentioned that one calorie from carbs = 5 normal calories? Has anyone else heard of this?
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Quinoa...am I doing it right?
I've heard all about the health benefits of Quinoa and I recently bought a bag of it with the intention of using it as a rice subsitute. I cooked it according to the instructions (bring to boil and let simmer for 15 minutes) and mixed it up with some tuna and tabouleh salad. Anyway....I didn't enjoy it and it made me feel…
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low sodium tortilla/wrap
ok, i've looked EVERYWHERE on the web for a recipe for a low sodium tortilla or wrap. the average one has 460 mg of sodium, and i'm really restricted on sodium. does anyone have any products or recipes? thanks, heidi
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KETOSIS
SO IVE HEARD GOOD AND BAD THINGS ABOUT KETOSIS WHAT DO YOU THINK ABOUT IT ? <3
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How bad is this
How bad is it not to eat all your daily calories? I am so scared if I get close to that number I will go over.
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Let's help...
the environment. I want to know if anyone uses the more eco-friendly ways of wrapping up their lunches, leftovers, etc. I am trying not only to be healthier, but to green my life as well. Any thoughts, suggestions, or recommendations?
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Net Calories
Can someone explain Net calories to me? I have googled it but it just confuses me. I would really appreciate your input!! Thanks
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Going Vegan ?
I know going vegan is a good, healthy way to lose weight. I wanted to give it a shot, so any tips ? What do you think is healthier, meat sub or just all veggies and fruits and such ? Just trying to get some opinions. Thanks!
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PICTURES of large portions of food...
.. that don't derive from the recipe and calorie intake that is displayed. I wish that on all those healthy/low calorie food sites, when they post the picture of the food you're about to make, that it would actually display the portion size you would get for that "300 calorie meal".... instead of the 3 to 4 portion size…
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When you have reached your goal...
....Do you plan on sticking to MFP? Will you still count calories once you've reached your goal? Do you think you would be capable of sticking to your new healthy lifestyle, even without MFP? Are you afraid to gain weight when you go back to maintenance calories? PS. Sorry if this is the wrong section! :)
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protein powder in oatmeal?
I just had the idea to put some protein powder in my oatmeal to up my protein intake for the day. Does it sound good or gross? Has anyone else done it before?
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Anyone have any good avocado and bacon recipes?
I love the combination..anyone have any good avocado recipes??
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red numbers
what does it mean when numbers are a minus sign next too it?
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Fiber Gourmet Pasta
Anyone tried it?? Any good??
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What are some healthy foods?
other then fruits thanks for reading...
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Chalenge. Wanna join?
Ive been feeling like crap... I think I know why. I've been randomly getting dizzy and feeling like crap recently. After a lot of reading I've come to the conclusion it most likely artificial sweeteners... so I'm cutting them out. Heres challenge part 1... One month of (to the best of your ability) cutting out…
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Easy No Fail Weight Management Tips
http://www.everydayhealth.com/weight/weight-management-tips.aspx I'm a beginner and just found this article helpful and simple with useful info so thought I would share! Also this one, about what happens if you're eating too few calories: http://www.everydayhealth.com/weight/fewer-calories-stalls-metabolism.aspx
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Advocare
Anyone tried it? Success? I know this is not necessarily the place for fads and gimmicks, etc, we're here to eat better and work our buns off. But honestly, I'm feeling lazy lately and I need a boost. What do you know?