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brussel sprouts
I ate a whole bag of frozen brussel sprouts last night.......just a little salt and spray butter. There is nothing wrong with that.........is there?? :smile: I know they are good for you, and they are green!
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Help! need advice on my menu
So I'm trying to be more conscious not just about my calorie intake but getting the right protein, carb and fiber each day. it seems like I'm always going over on one or all three even if I'm within my calories. here is tomorrows final tally. the numbers are as follows: calories/carbs/fat/protein/fiber Total: 1,320 152 30…
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A Healthy Game Plan for Super Bowl Sunday
Having people over to watch the big game? Heading to a game-day bash? There's no need to forget all your healthy habits after kickoff. Follow these tips to avoid penalizing your healthy eating plan or taking a time out from good nutrition. Great tips here: http://www.sparkpeople.com/resource/nutrition_articles.asp?id=1268
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Weight Watchers Weign In
Is there anybody doing Weight Watchers on their own who would like to have a weekly weigh-in via MFP. I was thinking about a Friday morning weigh-in. It would be nice to have some support and accountability without paying to go to the meetings (if you have the points counter). I am a stay-at-home mom (work on the weekends…
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Can I have Panda Express?????
Ok, so I had a rough day and I don't wanna cook tonight, I did not eat as much as I should have today cause I couldn't bring food to clients with me, I did eat breakfast and had a snack when I got home at , but I FEEL HUNGRY NOW. I am wanting to go out to eat and thought hey why not chinese. I went through and picked out…
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Too much protein?
Does anyone know how much is too much protein?? All of the articles Ive found assume that if someone is eating high protein then they are also eating low carb which isnt the case with me. or the article is geared towards body builders. tomorrow I will be eating 130 grams of carbs and 173 grams of protein. ugh, I think I…
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Low sodium at fast food type places
My dad is on a low sodium diet, doctors orders. He loves fast food unfortunately. He is eating MUCH better now because he has to for the sake of his health. However he still gets a craving for fast food now and then. I did some poking around to try and find some low sodium options without any luck. Obviously no surprise…
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Has anyone tried SlimQuick?
I recently read a few good reviews about slimquick and decided to give it a try. I started it today. Has anyone tried this? I never thought I would resort to "diet pills" but I'm starting to get discouraged.
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Sweethearts Sweet Tarts
Every year after Christmas, I take a deep breathe and relax knowing that the temptation of holiday goodies is gone. No longer do I holiday confections make their way into my dreams in the form of ninjas who stalk me in the kitchen, at work, and in friend and families' homes. The decorations have come down. The cheery music…
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Low Cal Bread that Tastes Good?
Does anyone have any suggestions on low calorie wheat bread that will not crumble, is not too thin, and actually tastes good? I keep noticing the breads that I am eating have about 90-100 calories PER SLICE. So if I want a sandwich for lunch, that's 200 calories right there on lunch. While I could choose other lunch…
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Calories and Protein
What is a good food that has mostly calories and protein? (or is there any?)
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Too many carbs
Help!!! I keep going over in the "carbs" column. How can I get filled up and/or change my diet so that I don't go over? Thanks!
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Munchies
GRRRRRRR I'm fighting off those before dinner munchies! I won't get dinner until 9:00, I work late on Wednesday's :frown: I alread ate a handful of pretzels! HELP! And TOM is bugging the c r a p outta me!
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Xocai chocolates
Anyone know anything about Xocai chocolates?
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HMR diet
Is anyone on the HMR foods diet plan? I would like to share recipes, results, etc. Thank you.
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Starvation Mode vs. Feeling Hungry?
How do you know what message your stomach/body is sending you when you "feel" hungry? Sometimes at dinner (or other times) I "feel" hungry, even if I've planned out my 1200 calories for the day. How do I know that I'm getting enough food to avoid starvation mode, but not just eating for the heck of it? It seems like a fine…
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Protein??
Hi, Newbie here :smile: I've been stalking the boards for a few days and only now feel confident enough to post :blushing: . I've been watching what I eat but I'm finding it difficult in regards to protein. I seem to be over eating by a few grams a day. What are the bad effects of eating too much protein? Does anyone have…
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Super bowl ideas
Hi All Is anyone planning a super bowl party? I need ideas on what to serve. I would like to keep everything as healthy as possible. Any ideas? Thanks in advance!:smile:
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protein in the diet plan
Is it ok to eat more protein then suggested?
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help me out- and don't laugh :)
Two questions i got.. first.. i looked up in the food search for " home made pizza dough " and i also made it with about 40 % with whole wheat.. and that' s exactly what i found, it says for two large slices.. 200 some calories.. and it says " recepie " .. is this just for the dough... and do i have to count the " veggies…
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Protein Shake Mix Ins
About a year ago, I drank a protein shake almost every morning for breakfast. But I ran out of ways to make them and got burnt out. Last night I decided to try it again. I bought Gen Soy Chocolate protein shake (210 Cal made w/ skim milk). I'm looking for different things to add in or different ways to make them to mix up…
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1200 cals exactly...how cool is that
So I never hit 1200 on the nose, ever! Somehow today, I added up everything I will be eating and it was 1200 exactly... I was shocked! Then I messed it up with a red bull (sugar free) :laugh: :laugh: :laugh:
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PG X Daily Anyone know about it?
I recently bought PG X Daily. It is a pill that helps to regulate your blood sugar, helps to loose weight, and helps with satiety. It says that it is fiber in the pill and when you drink water with it, it fills up your intestines with fiber and helps you to do all those things. Has anyone heard about it, used it, or…
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boring chicken
Okay, I want to eat more chicken and I am stuck! I need to know what your put on your chicken, like spices and what not. If you have a whole meal ideas, that's cool too. I want something that I can make for myself for lunch mostly. It's just me and my 2 year old, so I don't want to make a lot but something full of flavor,…
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Serving Size Question
Hi everyone, I have just planned ahead my meals for today and for tonight I am planning on having some button sprouts for dinner with my meal. So, i looked up the nutritional value and it says "per 80g". The sprouts are frozen. So do the values count for 80g frozen (like they are) or per 80g once I unfreeze them? Please…
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Bob Greene Diet Success Tips
I thought this was a nice health/diet/ exercise summary for today from AOL from Oprah's training partner and co-author, Bob Greene (Just an FYI...I don't know who B.G is...really, so I'm not necessarily endorsing him. I just liked some of what I quickly read, so I thought I'd share). Below links the 8 Step picture /…
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eat this not that from oprah today
Okay so I just watched Oprah today and she had teens on talking about their diet and what they eat. There was a man sorry don't remember his name he wrote a book Eat this not that! and I am going to have to go out and buy it now after watching that show. They had a poll with the audience and asked what was the better…
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Steamed Crabs (How Many Calories?)
Do anyone know, Im getting ready to steam crabs but dont know how many calories are in them
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Lack of a microwave...
Since moving into my own teeny tiny apartment several months ago, I have yet to buy a microwave. I have actually come to enjoy it because I eat healthier and as a result have learned to slow down and enjoy my food (I rarely used my oven or stove when I had a microwave). But I had to vent some frustration because I am about…
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Fool proof foods
Hi, I've been trying to keep my calories down under my limit, but it seems no matter what I do, I end up going over in something like carbs or :embarassed: sugar. Can anyone recommend a few things to eat that are really decent across the board? Thanks!! :bigsmile: