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      Try a web search for arthritis chair exercises -- they're out there.
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      Wow -- you've done an amazing job! But if it were me, with the medication and diet changes you are talking about, I would start testing again for a while -- and do spot checks every once in a while once you are stable again. Don't want to lose all that progress!
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      Sounds like you just had a bad case of delayed onset muscle soreness (DOMS). Fitness is about the right balance of exercise and recovery. Try making smaller steps in your progress. You have to progressively overload your muscles, but not such big jumps that you hurt yourself.

      1g of protein per pound you weigh would be the highest amount of protein I would recommend.

      I get killer cramps when I am low on magnesium.
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      My doctor said I was doing great, keep doing what I'm doing, and he'd see me in 6 months....
      I love my Dr, but I have yet to find a regular doctor who seems to have any real knowledge in nutrition (other than the very basics).
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      If it were me, and I was changing my diet from the one that stabilized my blood sugar, I would test like crazy. The glucose doesn't lie. It would be horrible to lose all your amazing progress.
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      I don't know if you can answer this, but I figure it's worth a try.

      I am eating gluten free. Recently I was looking at 2 packages of turkey polska kielbasa (not the healthiest thing to eat, I know, but in moderation and I make a big dish with lots of veggies, apples and sweet potatoes baked in oven... so not as bad as it could be).... anyway, the Butterball specified that it was gluten free. The other brand did not. The only difference I could detect was "modified food starch". Just because a food does not say it is gluten free does not mean it contains gluten (e.g. I buy orange juice which is not labeled gluten free <g>). But, I erred on buying the one labeled GF to be safe....

      Do you know what "modified food starch" is? Can it be gluten?
      According to a couple of celiac sites I have visited, yes, modified food starch can contain gluten.
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      Hey there - wanted to see what you thought of this -
      I have tried multiple diets and weight loss techniques, finally got on MFP and was trying a 1600 calorie diet - still didn't work for me. For some reason counting calories does not seem to help me because I had this idea that "I have 300 calories left, let's eat pie!". My doctor recommended I try a low glycemic diet to help with my anxiety; but I really feel like it is helping with my weight loss too. Obviously if we eat less sugar we might lose weight. What is your take on low glycemic diets? Anything to watch out for?
      What is your recommendation for beverages while trying to lose weight - besides water?? That is one area that always gets me.
      Thanks for your information!
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      Thanks for the response. I wish it were optional. LOL I bloat, get the runs, etc. Gluten is not my friend. I still need to do a gradual test to see if it is wheat only or all gluten.... but, I hate the reaction, so I really hesitate to try the other forms of gluten just to find out... yup, they do it too. <g>

      I feel your pain! Beware of sushi -- I found out the hard way that most "crab stick" is very high in gluten. :-(
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      @ Thank you, Saving this to read later....so much useful info, just from reading others questions and answers.
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      Bump for reading when I've got a spare hour or two! X
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      Hey there - wanted to see what you thought of this -
      I have tried multiple diets and weight loss techniques, finally got on MFP and was trying a 1600 calorie diet - still didn't work for me. For some reason counting calories does not seem to help me because I had this idea that "I have 300 calories left, let's eat pie!". My doctor recommended I try a low glycemic diet to help with my anxiety; but I really feel like it is helping with my weight loss too. Obviously if we eat less sugar we might lose weight. What is your take on low glycemic diets? Anything to watch out for?
      What is your recommendation for beverages while trying to lose weight - besides water?? That is one area that always gets me.
      Thanks for your information!

      The only effective way to lose weight is to create a calorie deficit. However you want to do that is up to you. This means that you can lose weight whether or not you want to pay attention to glycemic index.

      Glycemic index is completely useless in my opinion. If anything, I'd be more concerned with glycemic load, which is basically just as useless unless perhaps for a very specific special need. And I have never read in any piece of literature about glycemic index affecting anxiety.

      Any drinks without calories would be a good choice.
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      The only effective way to lose weight is to create a calorie deficit. However you want to do that is up to you. This means that you can lose weight whether or not you want to pay attention to glycemic index.

      Glycemic index is completely useless in my opinion. If anything, I'd be more concerned with glycemic load, which is basically just as useless unless perhaps for a very specific special need. And I have never read in any piece of literature about glycemic index affecting anxiety.

      Any drinks without calories would be a good choice.
      Gold star. Now, let me go eat my pop tarts.
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      One more thing about exercise... we all know sex burns calories, but there is no listing here for that activity. Do you know anywhere to find that information?

      http://www.womansday.com/_mobile/sex-relationships/sex-tips/8-sexy-ways-to-burn-calories-110923

      Great question! we should add the hubba-hubba workout to the database.
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      http://www.womansday.com/_mobile/sex-relationships/sex-tips/8-sexy-ways-to-burn-calories-110923

      Great question! we should add the hubba-hubba workout to the database.
      Obsessive. Should I log the calories I burn when use the bathroom and taking a shower too?
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      Different things can curb your appetite without having to increase your calories. You can try...

      1. Increasing your protein. It is the most satiating of the macronutrients.
      2. Increase your vegetables. These add a lot of volume to your meals and add extra fiber.
      3. Intense exercise. This can temporarily blunt hunger.
      4. Caffeine. It's a stimulant so it reduces appetite.
      5. Asking yourself, "Am I really hungry, or am I just _____?" Because sometimes hunger is psychological.

      I have read that sometimes people feel hungry when what they really are short on is water -- so I always try that first.
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      I have read that sometimes people feel hungry when what they really are short on is water -- so I always try that first.
      Water doesn't curb hunger. It's just fills your bladder. The suggestions above are sound.
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      Hi Tony, i have been doing really good the last few weeks, i been on MFP. I started at 217 and tomorrow is my weigh in day. But my fiance is wanting to go out to dinner, IDK where but i have over 800 initial caloires, where is a good place to eat, i want mexican. Do you have any suggestions. I don't want to get off track i have lost 7 lbs and want to see results on the scale
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      You can increase your protein intake to 140g. That's what I would recommend.

      Thank you!
      (Yikes! that's a lot of protein.)
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      will read all this later. thanks
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      I'm on board with the calories in, calories burned thing, but is it also wise to keep an eye on your "calories from fat"? or does it matter?
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      Obsessive. Should I log the calories I burn when use the bathroom and taking a shower too?

      Um, sure, if that's what really floats your boat.
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      I'm on board with the calories in, calories burned thing, but is it also wise to keep an eye on your "calories from fat"? or does it matter?
      A calorie from a protein or carb will make you fat just like a calorie from a gram of fat.

      Problem is fat has been vilified. Well, carbs have too. The fact of the matter is, if you go over your maintenance, it doesn't matter where the calories come from. You will probably add fat.
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      I was always taught that if you can't say anything nice, please say nothing at all........ :( This man is giving his knowledge and advice FREE....... We should just appreciate his taking the time to do all of us the favor. Hopefully we all have that special gift called COMMON SENSE. Please take the advice for what it's worth. Use what you can, leave the rest and move on. Everyone is different. The same thing doesn't work for everyone as you know. I really hope your friend does well and gets all the support they need.
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      Hi,

      I love making smoothies but a lot of recipes call for banana, peanut butter and/or yogurt and I'm allergic to each of these ingredients. I've been making berry smoothies (fresh blueberries, strawberries, raspberries, blackberries with a scoop of egg white powder, 3 oz. pineapple juice and water to desired consistency), but I want to try some new recipes. What can I use to replace banana, peanut butter and yogurt in smoothies and get similar nutritional benefits?

      Thanks in advace for your help.

      Chris
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      I was always taught that if you can't say anything nice, please say nothing at all........ :( This man is giving his knowledge and advice FREE....... We should just appreciate his taking the time to do all of us the favor. Hopefully we all have that special gift called COMMON SENSE. Please take the advice for what it's worth. Use what you can, leave the rest and move on. Everyone is different. The same thing doesn't work for everyone as you know. I really hope your friend does well and gets all the support they need.

      ^ This
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      interesting for reading later
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      Hi Tony, i have been doing really good the last few weeks, i been on MFP. I started at 217 and tomorrow is my weigh in day. But my fiance is wanting to go out to dinner, IDK where but i have over 800 initial caloires, where is a good place to eat, i want mexican. Do you have any suggestions. I don't want to get off track i have lost 7 lbs and want to see results on the scale

      A calorie is a calorie but some situations set you up for success more than others. When it comes to mexican foods, I generally recommend saying no to the tortilla chips and ordering something simple and easy to estimate like fajitas.
    • Posts: 502 Member
      Hi,

      I love making smoothies but a lot of recipes call for banana, peanut butter and/or yogurt and I'm allergic to each of these ingredients. I've been making berry smoothies (fresh blueberries, strawberries, raspberries, blackberries with a scoop of egg white powder, 3 oz. pineapple juice and water to desired consistency), but I want to try some new recipes. What can I use to replace banana, peanut butter and yogurt in smoothies and get similar nutritional benefits?

      Thanks in advace for your help.

      Chris

      Replace bananas with any other fruit.
      Replace peanut butter with any other nut butter.
      Replace yogurt with soy yogurt.
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      Will my body get used to me eating 1200 calories? Or will I continue to lose weight for as long as I continue eating 1200 calories?
    • Posts: 502 Member
      Will my body get used to me eating 1200 calories? Or will I continue to lose weight for as long as I continue eating 1200 calories?

      Eventually your body will get used to just about any consistent level of caloric input. There is nothing to do about it except wait until you plateau and make adjustments if you want to keep going.
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      Thanks!
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