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Starvation mode? how can u tell
So ive been doing my low carbs diet for 2 weeks now. and well week 1 lost alot and week 2 it has slowed down. (i did expect this) I keep my water intake up quite well at least 2L a day. but how can i tell if starvation mode has kicked in and im storing food. is there tell tale signs?
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healthy body fat percentage?
My new weight watchers digital scales finally arrived today..and it tells you your weight, BMI, body fat percentage, body fat weight, and hydration levels, which is pretty cool. All of my readings bar hydration are in the 'red zone', too high, but i'd like to know what to aim for, what is the recommended body fat…
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How to Beat Binge Eating
Here's an article I came across today from Jillian Michaels. Thought some others of you might find the information useful and helpful as I did. http://www.jillianmichaels.com/fitness-and-diet-tips/how-to-beat-binge-eating.aspx Also, if you're on Facebook, please feel free to check out the group I created over there, called…
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I just don't get it!
I haven't been on MFP lately because my summer has been crazy. I know I have been slacking, but decided that I need to get back on track this week. I have still been eating pretty good even though I haven't been tracking my food and I did manage to lose a couple of pounds during the summer. I started back to biking and…
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Advice?
I will lose a couple of pounds over a few days and keep it off for a few days. Then I will gain 1 pound back and keep that pound on for a few days. Then I will drop that pound and keep it off for a couple of days. Then I will lose a couple of pounds over a few days and then the cycle continues. It is driving me crazy. Am I…
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TCM and Chinese Herbs
Is anyone on a chinese herb regimen? I recently saw an herbalist and have been on the regimen for 1 week. I've seen my regular 1 lb of weight loss this week from staying in my calorie goals, but was promised small additional weight loss (like 1 extra lb). Am I just jumping the gun and wanting results too quickly? Let me…
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HRM ?
How often do you guys change your batteries in your polar HRM? I've had mine for about 2 years. It seems to be working fine but I wasn't sure how often they should be changed.
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What am I doing wrong? :(
Here is my ridiculous story; I am 21 years old and 5'4". I started at 170 pounds about a months ago, when I joined MFP. Got a heart rate monitor and started counting calories (1690) to lose a pound per week, After a couple weeks I was down to 165. I have been wroking out harder and more and bumped my weight loss goal to 2…
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Steam Rooms
Going to a steam room for the first time tomorrow and want to know.. When should I go? How often? For how long? Whats the advantages and disadvantages? How should I prepare? Thanks people...
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Staying under cals but going over protein?
So, yesterday I was pleased to see that my calories were around the 1200 mark that I am meant to keep to - TOM hasn't been great lately but I found it almost easy to keep under yesterday. However, although I stuck under my calories, I went over on protein by aloooooooot. I was wondering - should I still take yesterday as a…
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Trouble with the Post-Baby Tummy
I have stretch marks from my kids, even though I didn't gain that much weight with my pregnancies. I'm at a good weight now, but now - a year after having my third baby, my tummy is still chubby and has a really spongy texture to it. Anyone else been able to get rid of it, or having the same problem. I want to get rid of…
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Doctors Appt. - Reading last weeks bloodwork.........
So, went to the doc last Weds and he put me on Low Carb diet, at that visit, he checked my blood for Thyroid and for Arthritis cause of my complaints......when I went I was kinda hoping I had a Thyroid issue (I know sick right?) maybe that would explain my weight issues and my inability to lose weight, aches and pains,…
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Help needed.....
Hi everyone, its my second day at MFP. I'm confused. To reach my weight goal, it seems that I must consume 1200 calories per day. I workout four to five times in a week. Having logged in my exercises, it looks like I've earned extra calories. What does it mean? Should I eat up all the extra calories? If I don't is that…
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GOOD HEALTH IS JOURNEY .... NOT A DESTINATION !
Please paste this as your STATUS for today and lets encourage all like me .... WHO AT TIMES START TO GET DEMORALIZED, SO THAT OUR ENCOURAGEMENT WILL MAKE THEIR JOURNEY WORTHWHILE. CHEERS !
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Need for ideas for calories
Hi everyone! I'm pretty new here but have been enjoying the journey and the results i'm seeing and feeling. My problem is that I am watching Calories @1200, carbs, fat, proteins, sodium and sugar. To keep it all in balance I'm finding it hard to eat anything near my 1200 calories. tonight i had a beer just to add calories…
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Best 174 cal dessert EVER!!!
I have been very good lately about not eating sweets but I wanted to treat myself tonight. I didn't want to ruin all of the good I have been doing so i turned to none other than......Hungry Girl, and boy did she deliver. I made her Oreo cheesecake attack, it makes a HUGE bowl and it was so good that I actually felt guilty…
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I NEED to do this.
I have tried and failed many times in the years to lose weight. In June of this year I reached my highest weight of at least 255. I have been logging my food and exercise everyday since July 8th. I am now down to 241 and am proud to say that this is the longest I have ever stuck with a diet. I have my bad days when I feel…
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Swollen Legs and Feet - Help!
Late this morning I noticed that my calves and feet were extremely tight and swollen...it's gotten worse throughout the day. I checked my sodium intake today and it was well below my daily limit and I've had 8-10 glasses of water. Does anyone have any idea why this is happening and what I can do to bring the swelling down…
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How much water when exercising?
I know this may seem like a silly question, but I've never thought about it before. The 8 glasses of water recommended per day, is that with exercise, without exercise, or doesnt it matter?? And by exercise, that could mean walking or running a marathon, swimming or step. I automatically drink more when I'm exercising to a…
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goals and rewards?
When I first started I set up my goals and when I reached them a reward. I think it really helped with the first 50lbs. What are your goals and rewards? I need some ideas. Thanks!
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Slow Metabolism
I'm pretty new to this sight but have been keeping track of everything I eat and all of my exercise. In 7 weeks, I have only lost 4 pounds. I have an under active thyroid and am taking 100mcg of synthroid. Most day it seems I am within my calorie limits. As far as my exercise goes, I am working out 30 minutes in the…
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Looking for blogger friends!
Hey everyone, I started a blog about a a month ago, and I also follow some blogs, but I do not have any friends who reads mine. I would love some blogger friends! Anyone else here have a blog!!!
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Do u want to weigh the same as u did in High School?
Who wants to wear the same size they wore in high school? I mean if I remember high school (which I barely do). I was 150lbs. I'm not ready to be that small but the weight I'm suppose to weigh is 120lbs for my body type and height. So even in high school I was overweight on someone's standards. High school is long gone and…
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What do you guys eat when you still have 900 calories left a
Ok, normally I dont have this problem. I have eaten 1100 of my 1360 calories. I earned 700 exercize calories. so i still have like 900 left. What do I eat? I'm really not hungry. i know I need to eat them, just looking for ideas. It's wierd how you can have days like this and then other days you are struggling to not…
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HELP! I feel like I am eating too much...but still not reach
Hi There, I feel like I am eating so much but I still cant seem to reach min 1200 calories a day. Does anyone have any tips on how to better plan my meals and calorie count??
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Should I eat all my exercise calories back??
Hi All, This week is my second week and I only lost 0.2kg which is nothing compared to me 1st week of 4.9kg. Do you think it is because I am not eating back my exercise calories? I have been trying get as close too if not a little over my min 1200 a day and I drink plenty of water. I have tried added fiber tablets to help…
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Not eating enough calories, will weight loss be a problem?
I've only been a member since monday but whenever i finish my food log i always finish under my calorie intake, and it comes up with a warning saying: 'Based on your total calories consumed for today, you are eating too few calories. Not only is it difficult to receive adequate nutrition at these calorie levels, but you…
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30 fast, new fat-burners
This article is found on Health.com and a lot of it is stuff we've heard but at least half is stuff I didn't know and will be doing!! And it just comes with good general information as to WHY they're fat burners. http://www.health.com/health/gallery/0,,20307137,00.html
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Women food and god (book)
Have any of you read this book? I just started reading it yesterday and i am already in love with it. If i had a way to put my feelings into words that would be the exact way i would. What a great read!!!
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10 THYROID TIDBITS that just may enlighten you!
Thyroid tidbit #1 COCONUT OIL: Thyroid patients continue to report that the daily use of Coconut Oil (extra virgin is good) caused an increase in metabolism and even weight loss in somewho wanted the latter. How much daily? It varies from 2–4 T. but be careful, as too much can cause diarrhea. Thyroid tidbit #2 GRASS FED…