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OK, back at it after 2 days of going over real bad...
I am on a 14 day change. Yep Atkins. I really need to shock my body. I have only lost 5 lbs since 3-8 and I know, just for me and my body, I need to do this. It was working so great for me last time and I let so many change my way of thinking and eating. Sometimes the peer pressure is like being back in High School. :sad:…
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2-3 days of going over on the calories
How can eating veggies, broths and chicken make a person go over on the calories. I know it's healthy and all, but I have really had a few past days that are horrible. Oh well, back at it tomorrow....
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Did you know?
the most common vegetable eaten in the United States is...... drum roll please........... the FRENCH FRY! Now that's scary! Replace your french fries with carrot sticks I say!
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Did you know?
the most common vegetable eaten in the United States is...... drum roll please........... the FRENCH FRY! Now that's scary! Replace your french fries with carrot sticks I say!
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Did you know?
the most common vegetable eaten in the United States is...... drum roll please........... the FRENCH FRY! Now that's scary! Replace your french fries with carrot sticks I say!
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can someone tell me how to caculate all the things on the nu
I dont have any clue on how to keep track of the things i eat and how to caculate all that into a 2000 calorie diet!!! Im new!! HELP!!! :ohwell: Thanks Amy
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Buying in Bulk
Tips for Shopping Stores Like Sam’s or Costco Save money on your grocery and home office bills by buying in bulk. If you think your family won’t benefit from purchasing grocery and paper goods in large quantity, think again. You may be able to save hundreds per year, simply by changing the way you shop. Be warned, however,…
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Budget-Friendly Healthy Cooking
Healthy Recipes for the Cost-Conscious Cook You don't have to break the bank to eat well. These healthy recipes are budget-friendly, too. Getting ready to take that summer vacation and trying to save money? These cost-conscious recipes are as friendly on the wallet as they are satisfying for the appetite. Zucchini Pizza --…
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100% Whole Grain Bread?????
Hello Everyone, I have been hearing that the best bread to eat is the whole grain bread, but it has to say 100% whole grain on the package, I dont find any that says that , however I do find one that says 7 Grains or just whole grain plain. For example, is the Peperidge Farm bread a good source of whole grains. Can anyone…
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Dietary fats: Know which types to choose
When choosing fats, pick unsaturated fat over saturated or trans fat. Here's how to know the difference. Most foods contain several different kinds of fats — including saturated, polyunsaturated, monounsaturated and trans fats — and some kinds are better for your health than others are. It's not necessary that you…
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Recipe makeovers: 5 ways to create healthy recipes
Use these techniques to reduce the fat, calories and sodium in your favorite recipes. You love your grandmother's bread pudding. But her recipe calls for 4 cups of whole milk, 1 stick of butter and 4 eggs — ingredients that raise the calorie count and fat content of this dessert. The solution? Redo the recipe by switching…
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Roll Over Calories?
Sounds like a cheat I know... But this is the first time i have come upon this situation. Yesterday i was eating normal, until I found out that i would be in the hospital all nite (not for me but my fiancee)... So along with worrying, i didnt get much sleep AND i was 500 under on my calories yesterday. That brings me to…
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Is water just plain water
I drink green tea and was wondering if that counted as water.
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fat vs calories
I had a work lunch today so I couldn't have my regular salad... I ordered a salad at the restaurant... However it had walnuts, blue cheese, and of course a regular salad dressing, not fat free... When I inputed my food I realized I had almost used up all of my grams of fat for the day but only about 2/3 of my calories...…
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BUTTER
I just have to put this out there.... I am a butter fanatic and I found a great butter! Brummel & Brown made with Natural Yogurt 1 tbsp 45 cal 5 fat 1 sat fat 5.5 polyunsaturated fat 1 monounsaturated fat NOT UBER HEALTHY, but GREAT TASTE
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Eating Healthy is Too Expensive
I'm on a fixed income and I can't afford to eat healthy anymore. I'm not talking about going to Trader Joe's for fancy food, I'm talking about going to Walmart for fruit, veggies, good meat, and food we need for a balanced diet. This is bull****.
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Super Pretzel!
I know that this is not the healthiest thing, but I LOVE Super Pretzels. Today at Sam's club I broke down and bought a BIG box of them! They are 180 calories each and only have 1 gram of fat. Nothing is better than a big soft Super Pretzel with some Tostitos Con Queso cheese sauce.
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A must try!
Hey, I am a fan of many of the Amy's products. I am not vegan or even vegetarian but they have a lot of interesting and filling (not to mention convenient) foods that are lower in fat and calories. My absolute favorite of the meals is the Mexican Tamale Pie. I am addicted!! I have it for lunch at least once (if not more) a…
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Restraunt nutritional information
Does anyone know a website where you can search restraunts and fast food places by name to see the nutritional info for their products???
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How long to bake yams?
I want to bake 4 yams tonight. Does anyone know for how long and at what temp?
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Sugar withdrawl
So, I have been reading posts by different people about Diet pop and it causing sugar cravings. I am a 2-3 can a day drinker. 3 days ago we ran out of pop and I decided not to go buy anymore to see if it was true. Low and behold NO SUGAR CRAVINGS:noway: Anyway, now my problem is I am having the shakes in the afternoon when…
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Research debunks health value of water guzzling
This is an article I just read on Yahoo Health. I thought some might find it interesting. It's not my opinion. I am merely a messenger. WASHINGTON (Reuters) - The notion that guzzling glasses of water to flood yourself with good health is all wet, researchers said on Wednesday. Dr. Stanley Goldfarb and Dr. Dan Negoianu of…
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sudden big loss... worried...
Hello everyone ! i have experience something a little strange in the last couple of days... i weight is melting like ice in the desert. i have lost 4 pounds in 3 days.. not that i am complaining.. just a little worried... at first i though it could be water and that it most likely would go back up a little. but it hasnt.…
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Multi Vitamins
I need some pointers or just someone to tell me what is good I guess. I have High Blood pressure, am on blood thinners, and have and alergy to vitamin A. So I need a multi Vitamin that contains lots of Potassium but little Vitamin A and K. I also need something That is not going to break the bank. I am not working right…
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Sonic Chillers
Does anyone know how many calories are in one of those Sonic Coffee Chillers? I'm sure they are really good for you...lol...but I was just curious.
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Need help for nutritious food
Hi Guys, I feel that I am under-nourished. Whenever I am in the gym or in the treadmill I feel dizzy and feel I'll go unconscious. So i'll have to take break every 10 minutes so that I dont fall down. I generally goto the gym in the early evening at about 4 PM. I am a vegeterian. I would have had cereal breakfast in the…
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sushi
I love steamed sushi, I very rarely eat it do to the white rice. Is there another way to make it with brown rice or jasmine rice??
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Ingredient substitutions
Cook up healthier recipes by swapping one ingredient for another. These substitution tips can help. You stock healthy foods in your pantry, but what do you do with them? And how do you modify favorite family recipes so that they're more in line with your healthy-eating plan? It's not as hard as you may think. The key is to…
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Crab Cakes from Cooking Light Magazine
I'm making them tonight. They are already in the Food Log, so someone out there has made them! How are they? Any tips?
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I know it's bad but....
If you have calories and Carbs to burn..OH MY GOSH :love: Sonic JavaChillers, Caramel/Mocha is so good, better yet, this is definetly a treat for cheat day!!!:devil: