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Just need to clarify that I am right
Now as years of yo yo dieting and not eating very much at all sticking to these cals is a walk in the park my only question am I defo not over eating as it seems like a whole lot of food for me. My cals allowance is 1380 plus I gain 300 a day walking and when I use the elliptical I gain a further 550 so on a walking day I…
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WATER
I dot know how to record my water. I drink 2-3 liters a day. and I dont know how to count that. Any help????
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vegetarian low carb/cal food questions!
-for carbs somehow i always seem to be over the limit! does anyone know some foods that a vegetarian could eat that are low in carbs? also -what are some extremely low calorie foods that are filling? -good low cal breakfasts? and finally! -what is a good substitute for butter?
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A healthy diet for your children
Believe it or not, the nutritional needs of children have not changed in the last 20 years. However, the world they live in certainly has. It is quite a different childhood experience for kids and teens, with fast food restaurants on every corner, big-gulp colas, 50 or more TV channels to surf, text messaging, mall…
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salad dressing spritzers
Why waste harmful calories drenching your salad with dressing? Wishbone salad spritzers give you just enough flavor without the calories, and there's quite a selection. Try it!
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one cheat day a week - no good for me!
This is the 2nd week I have tried to do the cheat day for just 1 day out of the week. Last week it was Sunday & this week a Saturday. Because of the fact that it was my ONLY day of the week to eat whatever I wanted, I totally overdid it! Ate way too much! The next day that mentality was hard to break & I ended up doing it…
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To Java...or not to Java...that is the question!
I'm so confused on all the studies/research/opinions, just everything on whether caffeine is good for you or not. I know that it can be harmful to appetite control, but I just don't have an issue with that part of it. What I'd like to know is, 'Is coffee truly detrimental to your metabolism and your ability to burn fat?
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Important news about artificial sweeteners?
I just stumbled across this article while surfing the Web, I think this is something important to think about. If you want to read the whole article here's the link - http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/23097135/ "Using an artificial, no-calorie sweetener rather than sugar may make it tougher, not easier, to lose weight, U.S.…
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What to mix with fage...
I picked up fage 0% at my local TJ...only 80 cals My plan was to mix 1/2 container with some granola... The TJ granola I have at home that I've been eating is 2/3 cup for 201 cals...yeeks Any thought on another brand of granola or something else to mix with fage? Thanks, kim
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I NEED ANSWERS!!
i have a question. what happens if i go over my protein and carb intake for the day yet my calories and fat numbers are still below what they should be? do i still lose weight?
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Calories, Carbs, Or What?
Curious to see what some of you are focusing on. I started out just counting calories. After a few weeks, I decided to track my daily intake while on South Beach. Surprisingly, most of the calories for the day stayed the same. I have since hit a plateau, so I have added more healthy carbs.....grapefruit and yogurt. This…
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Yummy black bean and sausage soup!!
Here's a really good and good for you soup recipe: 1 onion chopped 1 can black beans drained and rinsed 1 link kielbasa sausage sliced 1 can chicken or beef broth (low sodium) 1 carrot sliced 1 celery stalk sliced 1 medium potato sliced 28 oz can diced tomatoes 1 tbs oregano 2 cloves garlic chopped salt and pepper to taste…
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The soda challenge!
Being that it is Monday and the full week is not up until Wednesday Morning, I was wondering if anyone was able to so far go a week without soda? If so, How are you doing with it? Any problems? Any sucess? :huh: Just wondering. Do not forget that if you are doing this with me, then on Wednesday you are to have a soda, and…
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Need help with sugar.
My weight loss is going a lot slower than I'd like, and I'm worried it might be because of all the sugar I eat. I'm supposed to get 24g, and I'm finding it impossible. I'm in the 80s and 90s most days. I'm not eating bad sugar, but I don't eat meat, and I'm really trying to avoid sodium, so I end up eating a lot of fruit,…
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I am doing a DETOX
My hubby got me this great book. It makes so much since. I was amazed and I am so psyched to get started. Therefore-today 2-1-08-Sunday, I am living it up. My hubby is taking us on a surprise weekend. He just left us a list of what to bring. I have a feeling it is going to be Morro Bay, CA. It is our favorite spot. If it…
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All Natural simple diet that actually works!
Hi everyone! I found a diet that's actually working for me so I thought I'd share it with you. It's called the Apple Patch Diet and there's no drugs/pills or special foods to eat. Just a simple all natural herbal patch that's designed to help you lose weight and boost your energy! It helps to control your appetite so that…
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Special K bites
Okay just tried this new flavor of Special K bites Chocolatey Crunch. They are 90 calories a pouch and they are pretty good. I'm not a chocoholic, but every once in a while get a chocolate craving, and about half a pouch satisfied my chocolate need. Just thought any of you snackers out there might be interested.
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Anyone drink fuze?
Any good? I'm looking for something lo cal...I gave up soda...don't drink coffee or tea (except 2 cups of green tea per day no caf/sweetner...) Kim
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Aagh!!!!!!!! Weekends!!!
How do you guys deal with weekends?? Do you still stick to your diets? Weekends are so hard for me even when I try to stick to my diet there is something going on that sabotages it... and eating out!!!!!!!!!!!! geez, it is so hard to calculate the calories when I eat out!!! I just don't want to be a slave to the "diet" on…
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Fruit Smoothie Fruit Cocktail
does anyone have any idea how many calories would be in a fruit cocktail, that is home made. It only has fruit which is mixed in the blender. I drink 2 -4 cups of these a day. I put one cup as about 110 calories, is that too little? Do you think 4 cups is over doing it? Thanks guys.
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Fresh off the HG(Hungry Girl) presses....
Spotted on Shelves... Kashi Thin Crust Pizzas - Yum! These new pizzas have a super-thin crust made of Kashi's signature Seven Whole Grains & Sesame blend and flax seeds. They're available in Roasted Vegetable, Mushroom Trio & Spinach, and Tomato Garlic Cheese. One third of each large pizza has 270 - 280 calories, 9g fat,…
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Low carb vegan friendly snacks
Anyone know of any? Besides fruits and vegetables?
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breaded chicken?
Hi ladies I have been buying the purdue breaded chicken (baked for 160 cals) It's pricey though..any alternatives? I tried breading, baking my own but it just doesn't come out moist etc...I used to fry on the stove top with a little veggie oil Any ideas? Kim
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So SO SO SO Sick
I was so sick yesturday that I was only able to take in MAYBE 250 calories the entire day.. and of course when I did put it in, it came right back out again.. Today, I feel better but no where close to where I should be for calorie intake for the day.. Is this going to put a damper on my progress, or is it not abig deal??
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Diet Rumors Squasjed by HG (Hungry Girl)
Rumor #1: By not eating after a certain time of night (for example, 8:00), you'll lose weight. The Truth: By not eating after a certain time, there is a chance you might lose some weight. But it's not the time cut-off that will rid you of the pounds. Calories count. And whether you eat them at 9 a.m. or 9 p.m., a calorie…
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An apple a day......
Eat This and the Pounds Will Drop Trying to lose a few? Aren't we all. You’ll lose even more if you set out a plate of this before each meal: apple wedges. Eating a bit of high-fiber fruit -- like a small apple or pear -- before each meal is a proven weight-loss booster. Fruit Booster You've seen those ads for weight-loss…
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cholesterol question
Can anyone tell me which (some) foods that have "good" cholesterol in them and some that have "bad" cholesterol in them. I am supposed to be changing my eating habits based on my good cholesterol being too low as well as other things. The doctor said to stay away from simple starches, but I dont' know what foods are…
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sweet potato
i'm wanting to try sweet potato's (yams)..any suggestions on how to cook them?
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trying to eat all of my calories
so after reading that article that has been floating around about not eating all of your calories and gaining weight (under 700 cals and not losing) i decided its time for me to start eating all of my calories. usually i eat around 5 meals a day and it only takes up about 700-800 cals. but i'm always hungry. and i usually…
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Calorie Shifting?
Anyone heard of this and can explain what it is? Thanks KDS:smile: