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protein food ideas
I upped my protein to 25% and cut back on my carbs to 50%, so now I need to eat more protien and less carbs, which is kinda hard, because I eat mainly carbs. For protein I usually eat cheese, mixed nuts, and meat. I need to mix it up and introduce new foods into my diet. What do you eat that has more protein then carbs and…
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eggs
I like to have an egg on the weekeneds, does anyone know if that is a bad choice to have for breakfast while trying to lose weight?
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Do you guys give yourself a day off?
Exercise and Food? Meaning, take a break or is everyday the same in terms of staying on the plan.
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Super Pops
I happened into a Smart & Final this evening for dinner idea and picked up some Super Pops. They look like the Big Stick pops you get in the frozen pops section. I just thought I would mention how yummy it was to have one for desert and it was only 90 Calories. They were just a little creamier than the ones I remember, and…
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Nutritionist??
Has anyone had any success with a nutritionist? I lost 20 lbs, but over the summer ( I'm a school teacher) I've gained about 4 back. ARRGGGH!! I've been exercising about 600 -800 minutes a month, but my problem is FOOD...I feel like if I'm ever going to lose 40 lbs that it means I'm going to have to starve myself. I just…
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Trader Joes
I :heart: Trader Joes. I think it deserves a thread of its own. Don't you think? Let's share all our trader joes food experiences, products, recipes etc. in this post. What you liked, disliked? I just bought their homemade "bakery" granola and it is yum! I also love their naan bread. I just can't get enough of the store.…
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grams to ounces
How do you convert ounces to grams? Would 1 ounce be equal to 55 grams?! I found a food in the data base that I ate, but it's calculated by grams!
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Diet pop cake?
Ok so I mixed a can of diet pepsi with a chocolate cake mix. I am very excited about this one!! I have the calories figured, but how much is a serving? Not in grams either...like how big of a piece can I have in an 8x8 pan? Thanks!!:embarassed:
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what's your weakness......
Mine is chips! Sunchips is listed top on my lunch foods...if they're in the house....i eat them....not out of control.....but i just can't resist them..... stupid chips:grumble: :grumble: :grumble:
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Going over on carbs?
I always seem to go over on carbs. Is this a big deal? I'm within my limits on calories, fat, etc, but I have a hard time with carbs? any suggestions?
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Protien Shakes and Smoothies
Anybody have some good recipies ideas for Protien Shakes and Smoothies that stay under 250 cals (or thereabout) I am completely burnt out on my whey, yogurt, and frozen berries. I know you people must have something up your sleeves. I would like to try something new. I have nearly turned into a blueberry. Thankx!
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Red Lobster
My family wants to eat at RED LOBSTER this weekend and I have to go with them. I was wondering if there's anything healthy and good at the joint. Would love some advice on what to eat. Thanks!
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Making healthy choices when you're low on time
Stay Consistent With the 'Go-To' Meal Food for When You're Out of Ideas You open the fridge and panic sets in. The cupboards elicit a similar response. Same for the pantry. You have no time and have to come up with dinner – and fast. But what will satisfy your hunger without requiring an hour of prep time? In the final…
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Help
I am a busy, busy, busy person. I am sure most of you are as well. I am a full time mom, I work full time as a LVT ( licensed vet tech) and also a college student. I admit I skip breakfast because it seems like I have no time for it. Then, lunch time comes and I want to eat everything in site. I am looking for some ideas…
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Taco Bell Fresco menu
Went to taco bell tonight...I had planned to just have one thing in order to stay in my calories. When I got there I discovered the fresco menu with calories listed!!!! I thought they wouldn't be as good, but it was pretty tasty. And I still have calories left for the day!!! It feels GREAT to go out to eat at a fast food…
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Zucchini fries
I'm treating myself to Olga's for dinner tonight but I am still making an effort to trim down the calories. Since my beloved Snackers seem to be too high in calories, I noticed the menu has new zuchinni fries but there is no nutritional info for them. It says they are lightly battered and cooked....any idea how many…
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Quick question!
I am thinking about buying some GNU Flavor & Fiber bars but don't want to spend the money without getting some feedback from people who have eaten them. So, have you tried them? Are they good? And if they are good which ones are the best? Thanks for any help!!
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Sugar Free drinks vs Water
Okay, can someone end the potential mystery for me concerning sugar free drinks like Crystal Light and Sugar Free Koolaid. Does a sixteen ounce bottle count as two 8 oz. servings of water, or not?
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ALWAYS HUNGRY!!!!
FOr these past few days i have ALWAYS been hungry!!!!! like all the time and i am eating all the time! i am not making bad food choices and staying within the calorie limit but i am always hungry!!! any1 else feeling the same?
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After dinner dessert...
I just tried the sugar-free 60 cal vanilla jello pudding and added fresh strawberries to it. Yummo! Perfect light dessert. I felt like I was eating fresh cream and strawberries. Good alternative to ice cream.
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How do I know?
When I signed up for this I did the 1200 calorie thing but how do I know that is what I should be eating? I have read some posts on here that say 1200 is too low and if you have too few calories it won't allow you to lose the weight as quickly. So, how do I know that I should be eating? Thanks!
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Rave!!
Morningstar Pizza Burgers are soooo good!! Put it on a couple pieces of toast with some ketchup....yummmmm! Total cals...260 and very filling!
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healthy food chart
Apples Protects your heart prevents constipation Blocks diarrhea Improves lung capacity Cushions joints Apricots Combats cancer Controls blood pressure Saves your eyesight Shields against Alzheimer's Slows aging process Artichokes Aids digestion Lowers cholesterol Protects your heart Stabilizes blood sugar Guards against…
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What should I be watching?
Hi! I'm setting up my food settings, and I'm having trouble choosing the 5 things to "watch". Currently I have: Fat, Cholesterol, Carbs, Sugar, Protein If I have Fat on the list, is it important that I watch Saturated Fat too? What about Sodium? Today was my first day, and I noticed I'm over DOUBLE on my sodium intake…
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I am starving
I got my wisdom teeth pulled Monday, and since then have been eating jello, pudding, posicles, applesauce etc. Today I'm starting to feel the effects, I feel pukey, lightheaded, have no energy. And of course what I have been eating is just sugar and empty calories. For at least 5 days they don't want me eating anything…
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What can I order at a Mexican Restaurant?
I need some help! Tomorrow night my family and I are going out to dinner to a Mexican restaurant...what type of meal can I order there that will be a healthish dish? I plan to eat lighter throughout the day in order to save calories, but what can I order? Here is the restaurant's menu: http://www.elrodeopa.com/menu (not…
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Going over on protien?
So after lunch I am over my protien allowance by 10 grams (due to a protein shake in the morning), is too much protien bad? Can I have more for dinner? Kinda hard not to.
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List of Tasty Travel Treats (Pack & Chew!)
FRUITS & FREEZE-DRIED FRUITS Look for fruits that are firm and not too juicy (so they won't get squished in your bag or be messy to eat!), and seek out ones that don't require a lot of complicated peeling or deseeding. Here are a few of our favorite fruity picks... Crispy Green Crispy Fruit (1 bag = 36 - 39 calories, 0g…
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Eating healthy makes
you feel so much better. I am eating an egg white omlette with veggies...yummm
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Dinner tonight??
Mmmm, can't wait for dinner! Almost ready!! :) I am having mango chicken sausages and a pasta vegetable medley from Trader Joes! MMMM!!! And of course a side of broccoli. For dessert, I have Breyers fat free vanilla ice cream and going to put it in a bowl with sliced plums and peaches and a little cinnamon!