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Calorie Hoarder
OK, I used to "hoard" snack and treats for myself, now I want to hoard calories and not use them. I get 1200 a day, but if a sprinkle of cheese on my salad is going to cost me 30 calories, I will do without it even though I have the cals do use. I think it is becoming a slight problem. I have went to extreme on calorie…
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Low Calorie Diet
What are you thoughts on this?? If you're really overweight - You can go on a VLCD (Very Low Calorie Diet) or eat less than 1200 calories a day & lose like 5 pounds a week for maybe up to 3 months before your body ever goes into 'survival or starvation mode' because... People who are really overweight have lots of body fat…
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Biggest loser week 9
Hey everyone, We are over halfway there. Lets kick it up some. We are adding 25 leg lifts. Mon- 25crunches/25 ushups/0lunges /no aqua 10h2o 2f/v ATE OUT went 170 over on daily calories. I spent 2 hrs last night putting peaches in the freezer. YUMMMM I have plans to go to aqua tonight
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DOES ANYONE ELSE HAVE A STRANGE SLEEPING PATTERN?
My husband works night shift and I have a hard time sleeping when he isn't home so I end up sleeping from 6A.M to around 11A.M-12P.M. Will this effect my weightloss? :/
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Why are we eating (drinking) none meal items to supplement o
I have viewed a few diaries that are filled with shakes, diet bars, etc.... Do anyone eat meals anymore? If we are trying to make a healthy change for the rest of our life how about learning portion control and eat a healthly, balanced diet. I know we all have busy lives and want to get rid of the weight quickly. However…
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Quitting Smoking and Gaining weight
Ok So i decided enough is enough. If I truly want to be healthy then I need to quit smoking as well as eating right and working out. I am trying to minimize the weight gain, does anyone have any tips? I know to burn an extra 100-200 calories a day plus drinks lots of water but I already burning anywhere between 500-1000…
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What do you guys think?
I work in the emergency department and a children's hospital and this occasionally involves working through the night ( 9pm until 7am). At the moment I am just temping for them - I used to come and help out when I was home from university but now I have graduated and haven't found a 'proper job' just yet I have taken on…
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Sick, but stoked!!
Okay, so I had to go to urgent care last night. I have a sinus infection & needed to get antibotics before we leave for vacation today. So I had to step on the dreaded doctor's scale. I was pleased, right where my bathroom scale said I was. I asked the nurse if she could tell me what my last weight was the last time I was…
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why don't I look thinner than I do?
I've lost 20 lbs. My stomach IS noticeably smaller, and my pants are loose enough that I have to go another notch closer in on my belt, but I still can't fit into the next waist size down (although I do have one pair of shorts that was too snug and fits OK now)...also, my, um, man boobs haven't really shrunk...I'd think 20…
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CNN Article that should have been written by Banks :)
http://www.cnn.com/2010/HEALTH/07/23/fn.karen.daniel.catchingup/ Very Interesting Article
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My heart rate too high all the time??
Hey All, I am female, 205 lbs, 5'5", 23 years old, and 45% body fat. (Not very fit) When I workout, during the stretches warm ups I am usually about 130bmp, and when it gets to the actual cardio workout during the light moves I am about 150-160bmp, and during the serious movies I am always around 180-185 bmp. I am doing…
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just tell me it gets better
ok, first week 4lbs second week-today- only .5 1/2 a pound!! And I followed my diet this week-- I did!! I did!! But I am sad its not more---and i have alot to lose- please tell me it gets better my ticker is not even right, it should say 4.5
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How to Curb Your Appetite Naturally
http://health.msn.com/health-topics/video.aspx?vid=1aedfc3e-a6a8-46f8-8321-3acf2f122d29&tab=Hot Topics&from=gallerywidget_en-us_health_hp_gallery
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please help with night time binging
I have a very odd but serious problem, and I don't know how to solve it. I was hoping that perhaps one of you may have experienced this or may be able to give me some advice on how to stop doing this. I have been logging my food and exercise and blogging daily for nearly a week. This seemed to stop me from binging in the…
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6 Small Meals VS. 3 Main Meals
Do you eat 6 small meals rather than making Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner main meals with small snacks? I am thinking of trying 6 meals between 200-225 calories each. If you do the 6 smaller meals a day I would like to see your food journal or get ideas of what things you eat for these smaller meals.
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7 Strategies to Make Your Healthy Habits Stick
A healthier heart starts with a healthy lifestyle that includes losing weight (or maintaining a healthy weight), healthy dietary habits and regular physical activity. The American Heart Association's research review discovered several common-sense steps that helped people achieve healthier lifestyles. Here are some of the…
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Craving bad foods
I have been on this weight loss journey for over a month now, and since this weekend I have been craving such bad foods. I give in and its like I don't care anymore. I was doing so good, not craving anything sweat or anything bad. I was good eating healthy. I also haven't been working out either. I don't know what my…
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Optislim query re calorie count
Hi Guys, New to this and am trying to do the right thing but l have a question and am hoping someone might know the answer. I have just started using Optislim VLCD chocolate and on the box it says using 3 shakes for your 3 meals equates to 800 calories a day. However when using the My Fitness pal calorie counter the…
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HELP! Has this happened to anyone else before? I'M CONFUSED
I've always been a healthy eater and have enjoyed working out a coupe times a week but when I decided end of April it was time to steal back my "pre-mommy" body I had to obviously boost up the excersicing and eat even healthier. No problem, changed it all dropped about 15lbs fairly easily. I got stuck after the 15lbs for…
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How do ya do it??
So, this is my first day on MFP, and I documented all of my food for today, and my exercise. How on earth does someone actually meet their fitness goals?? I work full time, and I did an hour at the gym. This seems almost impossible! Any tips would be wonderful.
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Lactose & Gluten intolerant- HELP!
I have been lactose since I can remember (milk is the worst- I drink lactaid. I can have other dairy products but, very little of them if I do. The gluten thing is a newer thing for me and I am having a horrible time trying to make just one meal that both my husband and I can eat. More specifically something that isn't…
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“100 Empowering Blog Posts for Your Weight Loss Battle”
Got an email today from nursingschools.net, looks like one of my blog post got listed in their article “100 Empowering Blog Posts for Your Weight Loss Battle” Thought I'd share the link for anyone that enjoys reading blogs: http://www.nursingschools.net/blog/2010/07/100-empowering-blog-posts-for-your-weight-loss-battle/
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Have a problem with food and need some help
Hi everyone, I'm new to these forums but not new to MFP. I'm hoping that others have/had experience with my situation and can offer some advise. A little background: Right now, I'm 25 / m and 6'1 and 218lbs. I've had weight issues since college - weight issues meaning going up and down constantly. I've never had a problem…
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PLEASE I need your help!!
Ok... I'm working really hard to reach a weight where I can feel both healthy and happy, but I seem to have hit a plateau! I was slowly shedding the pounds but now have been at war with the scale for more than a week. Arg here's a little bit of background... I'm a 5'10" 35 year old female. I'm quite active in that I play…
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What does "bump" mean?
I know this is probably a stupid question, but when reading posts, people will say "BUMP". I don't know what that means....Could someone tell me? Thank you in advance.
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Sedentary or Lightly Active
I originally set my goals at "Sedentary" but I am thinking this might need changed. I DO have a desk job, but I get up every hour, walk on my lunch break, and when I get home I am always running around (cooking, cleaning, playing with the dog, etc.). On my days off, I am always on the go as well. I am wondering if I should…
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FullBar
Has anyone tried these FullBar products? I was reading on their website and you are supposed to eat one a half hour before a meal and it will help you feel fuller and eat less. I was thinking about trying this in the evening since even though I am good all day, early evening, I get to "snacking" too much. But, as with any…
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When is the best time..............
when is the best time to weigh myself? I want to be consistant on the times but I dont know if I should do it in the morning before I eat or wait until the evening after i have eaten throughout the day. i want the reading to be accurate. Thanks
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BMI?
Hi there, I have calculated my BMI and I am overweight, this is no great surprise BUT I am shocked at how over the healthy limit I am- still 10lbs infact, my goalweight was / is a further 10lbs and no more! The healthy weight I could go down to is 97lbs!!!! I would have to have a leg amputated!!!! 97lbs would be absolutely…
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Looking for PROTEIN shake suggestions!
Hi there, Looking for a good protein shake... Please suggest anything you think might be good for a young adult woman- I'm hoping to shed just a few pounds, and to get a little more muscle definition. Already have the weight lifting and cardio down, I just need something to supplement that! Taste matters too :) Thanks!…