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KITCHEN SCALE
:wink: :smile: Here is a good source for an inexpensive kitchen scale.…
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Fruit.
I've been trying to research this topic online, but there doesn't seem to be a clear answer. Does anyone know if eating too much fruit (even over in calories) can cause you to gain weight? I've done it a few times just because I LOVE fruit and didn't see any damage..but I was just wondering if it could do long term damage…
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NEED MEAT
Has anyone craved beef more once they started on this website? I know it's strange, but I crave cheeseburgers more than I ever have before. And, no, I'm not preggers...
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Watermelon for bloating??
did i read somewhere that watermelon helps for bloating? i thought i did but i just ate a bunch of it and i feel worse than ever...:ohwell:
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need some healthy , easy, and kid likable recipes...........
So my hubby has his 9-5 job plus we just started our own home improvement business so most dinners he is not home. So that leaves me to try and cook a decent meal with a 6 month old, 7 yr old, and 8 yr old. I need something that is quick and easy to cook before the little one starts crying but yet something that my other…
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I had the best sandwich!!!! MMM!
I made a panini out of the following: 1 ciabatta roll - The one I had was from stop n shop and was 120 calories, 1 g fat 2 slices of vine ripe tomato 1 oz of bottled roasted red peppers 1.25 ounces of fresh mozzarella cheese - 100 cals, 8 g fat (I meant to slice a 1 oz piece but it ended up being about 1 1/4) Sprinkle of…
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Proteins
I always seem to be over by about 5-7g of Protien everyday. Any suggestions on how to lower this..... Or.....is it fine the way it is.....does being over on my protiens but under in all other catagories hinder my weight loss? Thanks everyone:flowerforyou:
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Indulgence on the go
So I have recently discovered Trader Joe's 100 calorie chocolate bars. They come in dark and milk chocolate and are pretty inexpensive ($1.99 for 6-.63 oz. bars). They're a fantastic treat for when I crave something chocolatey and the dark chocolate is loaded with antioxidants so it's guilt-free! Does anyone else have some…
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Focus on Power Foods
Pack Your Lunch with Punch Did you know that ants can lift up to 50 times their own weight? This goes to show that power can come from small places. The same theory applies to power foods. Power foods are a combination of low calories and high nutrients, or foods that keep you feeling satisfied. Quite simply, you can make…
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Overcoming Overeating
Why do we eat? We all know why we should be eating: to supply our bodies with plenty of energy to get through the day; to get nutrients like vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, and phytochemicals which help us to stay healthy and free of disease; and to get useful carbohydrates, proteins, and fats—all of which contribute to…
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What recipe sites are you using besides Weight Watchers?
Are there any sites where I can build a recipe and get the nutritional value?
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15 Tips to Help You Eat Better Today
Most people are creatures of habit. We go to the grocery store on the same day every week and fill our carts with the same stuff. If it’s Monday, chicken's for dinner and Wednesday always means spaghetti. We are comforted with knowing what to expect—even if our meals aren’t that exciting, we know what we’re going to eat.…
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Entering cals from eating out
Does anybody using a decent website to find calories in restaurant dishes? I ate at Alladins' s eatery today and had Majara plate (lentils with brown rice and fried onions). Another day it was Sushi Rock... How to get that info? I've already checked restaurant website- cals not available. What would you do?
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Trying that buffalo chicken salad..
I am sitting here at 930am and can't stop thinking about LUNCH lol! Whoever posted that Buffalo Chicken Salad the other day got me craving it. SO last night i chopped everything up, prepped the chicken. divided the recipe into 4 portioned containers for my lunch for the next few days... and I can not WAIT to try it! I…
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Carbs
Just wondering how much you all try to watch your carbs. I really don't watch them, but I am having some trouble losing and wonder if that might be why. I <3 Carbs. :tongue:
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August Alliance '08 - Day 5
I am sticking to this!!! It has been great!! I stayed just under my calories. I went over my carbs and protein but not by much, -8 carbs and -1 protein. I did the Jillian Michaels Backside DVD. This video has me sweating like crazy!! I feel so energetic when I finish it!! I also did 30 minutes using my Wii Fit. Fun!!!…
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What are good fat burning veggies and fruits?
I know that some are better then others. Since I'm not a meat eater or seafood eater (not a vegan either)....just curious Also...what are the ramifications of having too much protein?
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On measuring foods...
A friend of mine sent this to me. I thought I'd share it because I wasn't even aware of this: http://avidityfitness.net/fat-loss-tips/ ~Gael~
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High Fructose Corn Syrup
so, i've been trying to eliminate the nasty stuff (HFCS) from my diet because, well... it's just bad for you. I have been going on the "all natural" or organic products lately if I have to eat processed foods. Well, today I ran all out of my all natural peanut butter, so i ate some of my JIF.... now my stomach hurts like…
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Mrs. T's pierogies are my friends.
I am having 5. 180 calories in 3. 34 carbs in 3. Freakin' awesome for me at this point.
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H2O
So people have been telling me I need to be drinking more water. 8 glasses today!!! Woot! And it's only 3:30 - I plan to run tonight so I'll need more hydration then. I'm hoping this helps with my weirdo gaining weight backness. ....sure am peeing a lot.... :tongue:
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Ladies I've got a question
Okay, since I've been on this website I've started to realize a pattern. I do really well and then right around my well umm..."Visitor" I get so freaking hungary!! Like I want to eat everything in sight and I have a really hard time which then negates some of my hard work. Is there a supplement that can help curve it?
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a good protienn shake?????
to start off I HATE SMOOTHIES!! but talking to some people this week and they said i need more protien and i should try a once a day shake. any body have a good tasting one?? like chocolate or coffee???
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Domino's Pizza delivers--
Oh my-- what a treat!!! Domino's for lunch, and still within my daily count. This site is so terrific-- I know how much I can eat, what are the best choices-- wow.
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Hungry Girl Cookbook for cheap at Sam's
We took a tour of Sam's Club the other day for the heck of it - I don't have a membership. However those of you who DO - you can buy the HG cookbook for about 9 dollars! That's about half what I paid for my copy. Totally worth it!
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20 techniques for making any dish more healthful
Lighten Up Secrets, Revealed! 20 of Cooking Light's most innovative techniques for making any dish more healthful When it comes to making food delicious and light, our Test Kitchens professionals have learned all the tricks. Here, they share some of their tried-and-true techniques for making dishes more nutritious without…
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Frozen Blueberries
Do you have any idea how amazing frozen blueberries are? (Thank you Mother Nature!! :happy: ) They are in season now, soooo sweet and alot less expensive this time of year!! Step 1. Buy container of blueberries in produce section (about $2). Step 2. Wash thoroughly with cool running water. Step 3. Freeze right in the same…
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I found one Bloat!
I bloat easily. But I don't always know why. Thanks to this food recording I think I found one... Trader Joe's Gluten free brownies (Dagnabit!) I ate one...then another...and the next day - Shezam!! Added inches and pounds. From 130 cals over (it was a cheat day...but so not worth it.) I looked back a day and the only…
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energy drinks
I was wondering if anyone has tried any of the Monster energy drinks and which ones they prefer. I usually drink full throttle but it has 220 calories if you drink the whole can! A lady i work with had a blue monster drink yesterday and i think it was low carb but it only has 20 calories in the whole can!! That is much…
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Alcohol
I usually have a glass of wine 1 or 2 nights a week with dinner. I always log it and I always have enough calories for it. I heard the other day alcohol will inhibit weight loss. Is there any truth to this? Even if I have the calories for it is it just hurting me in the long run?? Any input would be appreciated!!