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Sodium struggle
I am new to this health kick and I have noticed that I take in a lot of sodium on a daily basis but it seems to be hard not to. I will basically cut out a lot of my foods, than what is left?
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High protein diets can reduce testosterone levels in men, study finds.
"The study, published in The Journal of Nutrition and Health and led by nutritionist Joe Whittaker, tested the testosterone levels of 309 men over the course of eight weeks. Subjects were fed a diet that included 35% meat, fish, and protein shakes. By the end of the study, their testosterone levels had decreased by an…
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Nausea between meals
I have been struggling with eating well / dieting. While planning my meals, weighing quantities and sticking to my current 1800 calories, I am having issues between meals where I am feeling nauseous. I use mild snacks between but it is not feeling enough and wondered if anyone has had to do regular frequent meals and if…
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Non-fat vs Full Fat Plain Greek Yogurt
I understand that full fat/whole milk plain Greek yogurt is more satiating. What I don’t understand is that I hear non-fat foods have sugars added to them for flavoring purposes. Granted, plain Greek yogurt isn’t very flavorful without added fruit, but are there added sugars? I don’t see the sugar difference in the…
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Supplemet
Do you rather supplement besides nutrition to gain or not?
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Women’s Health Month: Eating for Impact
Eat to Improve Your Energy, Focus, Sleep & Mood It’s Women’s Health Month! To celebrate, we want to empower women everywhere to Eat for Impact with foods that will improve energy, focus, sleep, and mood. All month long, our registered dietitian (RD), Stephanie Nelson, will share how what you eat affects your well-being.…
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Vacation Snacks
Planning a quick 4 day summer getaway in the U.S. What are some good suggestions for foods to keep in the car, a backpack and at the hotel? There will be some hiking and sailing along with much walking. I plan to fly in and immediately hit a grocery or superstore between airport and hotel. A case of water for sure... and…
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Protein shake without sucralose or stevia?
The title says it all. I'm having a hard time meeting my protein goals and would like to supplement with a shake that doesn't contain sucralose (Splenda) or stevia. I went to The Vitamin Shoppe and the woman there was useless. From doing some online research it looks like Optimum Nutrition has a "natural" line that doesn't…
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Tea thread
Couldn't find one, made this one. What's your favorite type of tea. How do you make it? Do you add sugar? Honey? Milk? Iced tea and coffee drinkers also welcome, I enjoy all 3, but it *is* the internet, so post at your own risk.
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Meal Prepping Q's
Need some honest input 🙏 If you prep a whole weeks worth of meals, how many days worth do you freeze? Do you make two different options for lunch meal prep or eat the same thing? How do you keep costs down for meal prep? Do you prefer counting Macros or having a set Meal Plan? Thank you in advance for the wisdom 😊
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Skinny Cow Sundae tummy troubles!
I've been enjoying Skinny Cow double choc and caramel vanilla sundaes for about 5 months now, usually eating 1 after dinner. However during the past 6 weeks or so I've sometimes been experiencing quite a LOT of activity in my lower stomach about 30 minutes after eating them which results in a dash to the bathroom. I'm…
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Fruits & veggies (mostly fruit)
So, you how fruits and veggies don't really have a nutrition facts label when you get them from the fresh aisle instead of the frozen aisles? I've been using the frozen fruits and vegetables- scared to use the fresh ones and I'm planning on to get fresh fruits. Although, I trust that 118g banana is 105 calories and that…
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False hunger caused by coffee
I'm more a lurker than a poster, but this topic is so important to me that I thought I would share. I have just rediscovered the false hunger I feel when I drink coffee which, of course, will lead me to overeat unless I'm very careful. You might be familiar with this: your stomach is somewhat upset, and it feels very…
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Red meat
Has anyone given up red meat? Going to give it a try to see if it makes me feel any better. Curious about benefits
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Yogurt plus for a snack
My favorite snack is choboni zero sugar yogurt. I add 1/4 cup raw oatmeal and 8 whole almonds. Super good!
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Summer of Salads!
I’m so excited to be home for lunch now, and I’d really like to use the time to find some delicious salads. I’m trying to move past the generic and bagged salads so I’d appreciate your recipes!
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High protein / lower carb snacks on a super strict budget??
Edit: I think I put this in the wrong place. Copying it over to the recipe board. I'm struggling with getting enough protein. I'm not vegan or vegetarian, but pretty close. I don't eat much meat and prefer not to eat more processed foods than necessary (both a personal preference and a budget thing). We eat a lot of meals…
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Creatine
Can you guys educate me on the benefits of Creatine
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Protein Shakes
I recently Got the Premier Protein Shakes .. I love them!!! What is your favorite Protein Shakes?
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Weight loss in 40s
Since I’ve turned 40, it feels like all my normal tools and tricks to lose lbs hasn’t been working. It’s like my body is holding on to ALL the weight. Any suggestions on how to increase my weight loss in my 40s?
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Best Low Calorie High Protein Snacks
Write down your favorite snacks or meals that are under 300 calories and contain high protein content (no protein powder)
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Help
When eating rice and tracking it is it tracked after it is cooked per cup or before it’s cooked. I have been confused about this for a while now.
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Quick lunch ideas?
I am struggling to meet my calorie goal. I have morning and snack down pat as well as dinners. I end up skipping lunch and always in a hurry to find something to grab. Usually fast options are not healthy, so I end up with a yogurt parfait… my goal is to bake up some chicken for the week to add to salads etc…, but I’ve yet…
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Keto or Low Carb go to snacks
Hey awesome people, I've been on and off Keto for years. Low carb sometimes can get repetitive. I was looking for ideas to help keep my net carb low. I use low carb 2g tortillas and low carb bread to help.
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Eating on a Budget
I am single and currently have had to cut back on spending money, what are some ways to stay within budget when shopping for groceries? With prices increasing I find it a real challenge....
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I just don't know what to think...ha!
ok...question about dry beans - weights - calories, etc., See picture below. The container is the finished chickpeas (after soaking and cooking them). The dry weight of the beans were 163 grams (or 214 ml). I looked up various amounts regarding calories for this amount (dry weight). Found they are around 600 calories for…
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Has Anyone SUCCESSFULLY Given Up Sugar & Flour?
I have a sugar addiction. I am well versed in nutrion & health. I know it is bad for me. I know the consequences. Despite that, I cannot stop eating it. I hide my sugar habit from others. I eat it in the middle of the night in bed. This is the short version of my story. I know it is a serious addiction affecting my health…
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On the go for breakfast
What is good things for on the go for breakfast?
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American Food Pyramid
I find the amounts of things your supposed to get each day basically impossible to actually eat that much food. Is there any credible research that points to the nutritional advice being overkill? Do you really need 60 grams of protein for instance or the crazy amount of calcium that's typically recommended?
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Low carb help for vegetarian please!
I am trying to eat between 50-70g carbs a day and am really struggling to eat all my daily calorie allowance whilst sticking between my carb allowance. I eat very healthily naturally, and am vegetarian, and have been shocked at the carbs in my previously eaten beans, lentils, bananas, mango and pineapple! I don't really…