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What is tofu??
Has heard and read some good things about tofu. I've been told that it's used as a breakfast item, in desserts and it's great for sauces. However, when I hear the word tofu, I want to turn my nose up! Anyone eat tofu and can possibly suggest some ideas on how I can wean it into my diet?
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Detox or juice fast advice?
Has anyone done it? Is it worth it? What did you actually do? Master cleanse or a supplement type thing...I am just now beginning to consider it...advice?
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Lactic Acid Fermentation
Does anyone know anything about this and how to do it? I only know all of the health benefits, but I don't know how to do it, what you need, and where to get the bacteria.
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Tricks Foods Play -- Science News 10/6/12
www.sciencenews.org/view/feature/id/345277/.../Tricks_Foods_Play This article gave me food for thought so I thought others might want to read it and assess.
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GR Mich people & Marie Catribs
Are there any grand rapids people out there who eat at marie catribs? Going there Thursday and they don't have a nutrition menu for me to see calories. If you've been there, let me know what you had,please. Thanks.
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Fast food?
My trainer was looking through my food diary last week. He told me that I need to stop eating so much fast food. I am doing well in the weight loss challenge (down 7.2 pounds in 2 weeks). What I don't understand is, if I am under my calorie, carb and fat goals and getting enough protein by eating it, why should I stop…
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Can I brag for just a second??
I just figured out that today is my 100th day of just drinking water and not eating ANY extracurricular treats. If you would've told me back in July I could do this especially during the summer I would've said you were nuts. Pretty exciting! I can seriously thank MFP and my friends on here for this mini goal.
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Lunch ideas
I need ideas for what to take for my lunch. I get bored with same old thing. Things to keep in mind are: 1. No access to microwave... usually eat in my car 2. I have a large thermos that keeps foods hot long enough to have for lunch 3. I need to have at least 15 g of protein for my lunch meal. Anyone have any ideas?? So…
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im addicted to this stuff
SO GOOD. And somewhat healthy. :happy:
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Lagging Energy!!!!
I seem to lose my energy around 3pm when I am looking to head to the gym. I have been drinking 1 cup of coffee to give me a boost. Was wondering if anyone had any other ideas to bump up my energy before I workout? My work schedule is from 7a-3p and I get around 6-7 hours of sleep. Any ideas will be helpful.
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Soaking Almonds before eating?
Hi, I have a vauge memory of soaking Almonds before eating them raw to get rid of any bitterness....has anyone else heard of this or do this? Thanks
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ton of work yesterday- sore, incredibly hungry today.
I did car repair for about four hours yesterday. Today, in addition to being sore, I am hungry as I've ever been in my life. I had a HUGE lunch. I get this any time I work out a lot. Is this normal? I wasn't hungry last night immediately after working but today... I considered eating a bottle of anti-acids I have in my…
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Help! I'm having an "empty" day.
I have stuck to my calories so far today and have planned out what I'm going to eat and how much I'm going to exercise, but I still feel like my stomach is empty... no matter how much I eat. There are also some donuts in the breakroom here and I really want to go eat a bunch of those sugary, nasty things... but I know I…
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dinner ideas for a non diet boyfriend and a girl on a diet
looking for ideas for dinner. i do not want to cook two meals a night and the whole just keep this off yours and add to his just isnt working out for me. i have been eating smaller portions, but i would like to be able to eat better and smaller. my boyfriend is not on a diet, but i would like him to eat healthier. he…
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What Do You Do When.....?
I have been working out and it seems I don't want to eat lately. Do you force yourself to eat......or just let it go? Yesterday I consumed under 800 calories.....and today I am most likely going to be in the same boat. Any advice would be greatly appreciated!
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Upped my calories and gaining weight
I've recently upped my calories and I've gained all the wieght I lost at 1200 calories a day. (5 pounds) I shoot for around 1400 a day now and I exercise 3 to 5 times a week. Its discouraging because I do not want to live a life commited to eat only 1200 calories a day. I'd eventually love to eat more. Any advice?
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Check out my diary
Sorry not gonna take advice from people that are going to go back a week and criticize me for every little thing when all i asked for was for a review of today....should have known not to ask on here because you people are PERFECT!!!!!! all i wanted was some advice geezzzz
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Problem with steak?
I'm wondering how to track it? It's 0.194 kg, which I think is 194 grams. Now, I looked it up, but got conflicting answers. One result said 250 g is 250 calories, and another said 100 g is 330 calories, and apparently 4 oz is 700, and I think I have 6 oz- I mean, it's not a huge steak! Lol. It's just a rib eye, and I don't…
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Healthy snack/ meal ideas.
I started dieting for my first time when I was 11 years old, so I know quite a few low cal/healthy snacks. But I tend to eat the same things over and over again. Here's a list of a few things I like to eat when I want a snack. I'd love it if you could give me some more ideas! Dannon Light and Fit yogurt Air popped popcorn,…
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Measure or Eyeball it?
I've been starting to wonder how accurate my eyeballs are....lol. I do cook, have general idea what a half cup, a quarter cup, a whole cup, looks like... I don't have a food scale. I estimate meat by the package size/weight, and how much of the package I had size the ounces down from there. What do most people do, is my…
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What is your favorite high protein low sugar protein bar?
Hello all! I'd like to get a few protein bars to have on hand for when I need to boost my protein intake. I don't like to make shakes even though I do love them when I do make them. I don't like to clean the blender and I like mine with lots of ice so that it's more like a milk shake. I'm thinking a potein bar may be a…
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Healthy Recipe Blogs
Anyone follow any blogs that have healthy recipes??? I always keep up on skinnytaste.com (LOVE IT!) Any other suggestions?? Thanks!
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Bridal shower healthier food ideas
I'm hosing a bridal shower this Saturday and I have a handful of menu ideas, which will be mostly appetizers, finger foods, and a bit of a mexican flair (a friend's making tamales, we'll have mini tacos and chips/salsa, etc), but I'm trying to think of some healthier foods to make also. I'll have a veggie tray, but that's…
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Budget dieting.
Hey all! I'm on a budget as I don't earn much. I saw people say that food in high protein in the morning is a good way to fill you up.. I just need to know any 'cheap' tricks of the trade? I'm from the UK :) Thank you x
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30DS/Workouts: Big busted ladies, tips?
I've been TRYING to do the 30 Day Shred, but a lot of the movements are proving difficult because the girls are jumping around/touching the ground during pushups. I only have one bra and have no money for a new one. No tanks with a built in boob strappy thing either haha. Anyway, it's bothersome and it's like having twenty…
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correcting a recipe?
I made apple bundt cake and didn't see any entries like my cake, so I made a my recipe. I searched for ingredents and found and click - yes with out knowing I couldn't edit afterwards??? I put one cup of sugar, but was going to change to 1.25 but I can't or don't understand how to edit a recipe and 1 cup oil - but only use…
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I need help finding a diet plan...
Hi! I need help finding a diet plan to follow. I've tried just calorie restriction but I'd like something that actually tells me what I should be eating, or else I just end up eating something rubbish. I would like something with a meal plan (or a meal/exercise plan) that tells me what I should eat for breakfast lunch and…
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cookies for a diabetic?
I want to make cookies to share with a group but one is diabetic. I know nothing about that other than it means no sugar. So if I wanted to bring frosted cookies, or something like that, does anyone here have a recipe that would work? And anything ielse I should take into consideration when cooking with a diabetic person…
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What do you eat for dinner when it's just you?
My husband has school tonight and the kiddies will get leftovers. I have no clue what to make for myself. Any ideas?
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I've Got a Tape Worm
No, not a real tape worm! I have been sticking with a set calorie range and usually feel great on a day to day basis. I have plenty of energy for my workouts, my skin is clear, don't feel hungry, and I generally feel great......BUT.....I have noticed that every 2-3 weeks or so I will have a day where I am just plain…