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Sodium is in everything!!!!!!!!!!
I have high blood pressure which is why I am getting serious about losing some weight and starting to exercise. But, I had no idea how many foods have lots of sodium....I mean, even cereal has sodium! Anyway, if anyone has any recipes they can share or suggestions for good foods to buy that have little or no sodium, I…
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Negative Calorie Foods
Does anyone have a list of negative calorie foods? Thanks!
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do i still need exercise?
i just joined a few days back, but i have a really difficult time getting up to 1200 cals. on most days, i miss about 100-200 cals. its difficult for me to find the right food for that because i live in a place with no fridge/kitchen and most of what i can buy is fast food... i know, very unhealthy, but i try. people keep…
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The Wonders of Water
Water Works Water plays a role in nearly every body function. It regulates body temperature, assists in digestion, caries nutrients to body cells, and helps in elimination of waste products. It may also assist in weight control. Benefits — Now and Later People who up their intake report immediate benefits. According to…
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Snack?
Does anyone have any suggestions as far as a good snack food would be? Not high in Protein Thanks:happy:
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The Truth About Carbohydrates
The Truth About Carbohydrates Not all Carbs are Created Equal -- By Becky Hand, Licensed & Registered Dietitian It’s true. A carbohydrate-rich diet can inflate appetite and girth. Low-carb diets do promote short-term weight loss, but are accompanied by some severe dangers. So what should you do? The truth is, you can have…
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Should I skip dinner?
I get out of work late in the evening (6:30pm) I am just starting my diet and I plan to visit the GYM after work for about an hour. By the time I get home it may be to late to eat. Should I skip dinner all together? and If I was to skip dinner should I have a bigger lunch at work??? Thanks in advance!!!!
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Raw vs cooked
I bought some ground turkey (slowly converting the family away from so much beef!), It says a serving size is 4 oz, would that be precooked or after cooking? or does it not matter if I don't add anything while cooking (this may be a silly question!)
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What was for Supper?
1 chicken breast cut into pieces 1/2 red pepper 1/2 green pepper 1/2 yellow pepper 1 tsp olive oil table seasoning cooked in a steamer bag in microwave Had some carrots while waiting for it to cook
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Kashi..really good for you?
Hi all I'm so sick of all these health products containing nasty trans fats and HFCS....joke....special K for example Are Kashi products really good for you..I'm not familiar yet with all the ing to watch out for I eat pretty regularly kashi waffles, granola/protein bars, cookies...etc Thanks for any insight, Kim
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Garlic Popcorn
I don't remember who posted it but I just added a dash of garlic salt to my 100 calorie bag of popcorn... yummy!
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ANyone try the Special K challenge?
So i keep seeing all these commercials for Special K that say you can loose how ever many pounds in a week if you eat Special K for two meals during the day...... I like the cerial but i am hesitant to try it... has anyone giving it a shot?... what kind of results did you get?
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Ate all my calories before dinner! Should i Skip?
Hi everyone, I've had a dilemma last night. Yesterday, i rushed to the community centre for my circuits class, but it was cancelled. It was terrible because i already banked the 500 calories from that class in the afternoon and had 2 pieces of cake, so if i didn't do that class, i wouldn't have enough calories to eat…
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Going out with the girls
Tomorrow night I am going with a few girlfriends to the Melting Pot. I'm nervous because I haven't been going out to avoid temptation. I won't lie, I'm going to eat the Big Night Out (cheese fondue, salad, entree and of course chocolate dessert!!!) I am skipping the alcohol, just sticking to water. I figured one night will…
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What was for lunch??
2 pieces of steamed walleye 1 small baked potato spray butter 1 cup skim milk
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Reliv?
Has anyone tried any of the Reliv nutritional supplements?
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Lovin' the Kashi!
I used to eat Kashi a lot and recently tried the Heart to Heart Honey Toasted! Tasty and full of benefits! I know a lot of women who get sick with multi-vitamins or prenatal vitamins while pregnant. If any of you have that problem or know someone who does, try to get them to eat this cereal or use wheat germ..they are both…
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Food Fakers! More TERROR in the Aisles...
I know alot of you are fond of Trader Joe's products... I'm just passing along some info so don't shoot the messenger:ohwell: It's so annoying when a product tries to appear "light" or "healthy" when clearly it's NOT. Or when something as seemingly innocent as a bottle of WATER contains almost as many calories as can of…
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Italian restaurant, any ideas?!?!
So my friend is coming over who is living abroad so the girls are going out to dinenr tonight. i know we are going to an italian but I can't get the menu or any nutrition facts (they don't do that where I live) online. Any tips on what to steer clear of and what might be good choices? Thanks :smile:
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Wat was for lunch?
I know abetterme usually does this but i love these threads so wanted to start the one for today... - chicken - noodles - pesto - mushrooms - carrots it was lovely... and some cantaloupe for dessert
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Dieting myths to break
nice little article on Webmd that can clear up some myths that circulate out there. http://www.webmd.com/diet/features/10-diet-rules-meant-to-be-broken
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calories see high
my goal for each day is to have 2300 calories w/ my exercise counted in. this seems like alot of calories , this is my second day i have tracked everything and each day i eaten pretty much what i wanted and still coming up about 750 cals short of my daily total, im not hungry, is this ok or do i need to eat as close to my…
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I went over my calorie intake!!
I just started my fitness pal 2 days ago.. I am struggling with going over my claories!! after dinner tonight, i will have went over by 280!! When will this get easier!!??
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Why do I crave sweets and fat when I have a headache?
I woke up with a doozy, and I know where all the candy is hidden! Well, except for a charity candy bar I bought to help the cub scouts. I know it's around here somewhere. Why do I want it now? I've been so good!
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Protein
Does anyone know if its bad to go over your daily protein intake? I seem to do just fine with the Cal, Carbs and Fat... I am having a hard time staying undur my protein limit? Thanks
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PLEASEEE READ AND HELPP!
Okay so i loveeeee junk food:blushing: ....and i just am always craving it and my will power lets just say not the bestt:grumble: ....and i am a verryyy picky eater:angry: . any ideas of some tasteyy snacks i could eat?:happy: i mean i likee celery but i have to havee ranch dressing on it:embarassed: ... soo pleasee help…
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About the transfats
Well I too put a strict ban on trans fat, only to discover the thought is changing , that they may not be bad for you after all. I still buy o transfat, and the smaller amount doesn't concern me. The trouble is, nothing is healthy if overdone. White bread bad, fats bad, fruits high sugar,eggs cholesterol, milk fat. meat…
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allergic to wheat?
I have often wondered if I am somewhat allergic to wheat but maybe not in the same sense that some people are. I get really very tired and emotional. I cry about everything. A little doesn't seem to bother me but if I have it a few days in a row I start to show symptoms. I am wondering if anyone else out there is allergic…
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NEED A RECIPE CALCULATOR...
DOES ANYONE KNOW A GOOD WEBSITE THAT I CAN USE TO FIND OUT THE NUTRITIONAL INFO OF A RECIPE I HAVE . YA KNOW. TYPE IN THE INGREDIANTS / SERVINGS ETC...AND IT CAN BREAK THE NUTRITIONAL FACTS DOWN.... HOPE THIS MAKES SENSE.
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Low Calorie Pasta?
Does anyone know of a low calorie pasta or rice? I was wondering if those celophane noodles are any better for you calorie wise...Also, any other low calorie grains? I'm hungry for carbs with dinner at night and so isn't my husband and 1/4 cup of rice just doesn't cut it! lol