Registered Dietitian in TX here to answer questions.

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  • pickledginger
    pickledginger Posts: 172
    Try a web search for arthritis chair exercises -- they're out there.
  • pickledginger
    pickledginger Posts: 172
    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!
  • pickledginger
    pickledginger Posts: 172
    ok gonna try asking a question about training.
    I have started swimming again after about a year off. I started in August, and was swimming 15 laps (roughly 1/3 mile.) 22 laps are a 1/2 mile. Last week I swam monday and tuesday 15 on monday and 18 on tuesday. My schedule didn't allow me to swim any more last week. On monday I swam 22 laps, pushed to get to that 1/2 mile mark... followed that with 40 min of water aerobics using hand bells the whole time (used to do that for years - and have been doing on mon, wed, friday when I could make it)....this was followed with 10 minutes of hitting a ball back and forth (volleyball style) and then 10 min in the hot tub.
    When I woke up on tuesday, my leg muscles screaming at me, almost siezing up. Got out my Myoflex and rubbed my thighs
    down, and went to the gym and swam 5 laps and did lots of water stretching, then hot tubbed... I swam 10 laps yesterday, and
    did water aerobics...Muscles are a bit tight, but planning on swimming today, was gonna try for 15 laps...see how I do...

    So... I read somewhere that I might need more protien, anything else I need to know to keep from them siezing up again...arms are a bit tight also, but not like my thighs, almost couldn't stand they were siezing up so much...
    thanks for any help in this area.

    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.
  • pickledginger
    pickledginger Posts: 172
    Sorry, tried to respond on my NOOK and it's just not made for that sort of thing. Annyhoooo - I had one high test in March where I was firmly in DIabetic zone. That's when I started changing my diet. The following TWO A1C tests showed me very firmly BELOW diabetic ( diet worked). I just want to know if I can loosen up the reins a little bit and eat some freaking pasta or if I need to stay on the 135 carbs a day never a meal to exceed 35 carbs. I stopped testing my sugars weeks ago since they've been solid for 3 or 4 months. Doctor is thrilled with my progress and says I don't need my oral diabetes meds any longer (never had to take insulin just oral meds).


    You probably could be more relaxed, but this is really a conversation to be having with the professional that you're currently working with. What does your doctor have to say about this?
    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.
  • pickledginger
    pickledginger Posts: 172
    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.
  • rlwinton
    rlwinton Posts: 101
    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!
  • pickledginger
    pickledginger Posts: 172
    I am eating gluten free. >snip<
    Do you know what "modified food starch" is? Can it be gluten?

    If you have any specific allergy questions like that, the best thing to do is contact the manufacturer or look on their website. By the way, if you are eating gluten free for weight loss and not special dietary needs, I will mention that gluten has no special fat loss or gaining properties to it.

    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. :-(
  • Time2LoseWeightNOW
    Time2LoseWeightNOW Posts: 1,730 Member
    @ Thank you, Saving this to read later....so much useful info, just from reading others questions and answers.
  • XXXMinnieXXX
    XXXMinnieXXX Posts: 3,459 Member
    Bump for reading when I've got a spare hour or two! X
  • FoodandFitness
    FoodandFitness Posts: 502 Member
    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.
  • AntWrig
    AntWrig Posts: 2,273 Member
    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.
    Gold star. Now, let me go eat my pop tarts.
  • pickledginger
    pickledginger Posts: 172
    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.
  • AntWrig
    AntWrig Posts: 2,273 Member
    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.
    Obsessive. Should I log the calories I burn when use the bathroom and taking a shower too?
  • pickledginger
    pickledginger Posts: 172
    Hello!!

    My question is, I eat my three meals a day, plus I drink at least 6 to 7 glasses of water, plus I snack in between. However I find myself still hungry...is there certain food I should be eating more of? or what kind of food will keep me fuller longer??

    Thank you!

    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.
  • AntWrig
    AntWrig Posts: 2,273 Member
    Hello!!

    My question is, I eat my three meals a day, plus I drink at least 6 to 7 glasses of water, plus I snack in between. However I find myself still hungry...is there certain food I should be eating more of? or what kind of food will keep me fuller longer??

    Thank you!

    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.
    Water doesn't curb hunger. It's just fills your bladder. The suggestions above are sound.
  • mandy0688
    mandy0688 Posts: 335 Member
    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
  • pickledginger
    pickledginger Posts: 172
    So if I have a lean body weight of about 140, and I have raised my protein intake to 50g/day ... I need to keep going?

    (I am pretty sedentary due to chronic injuries -- yes, I do get pt -- and maintaining way too much weight on less than half what MFP thinks is my Baal metabolism.)

    You can increase your protein intake to 140g. That's what I would recommend.

    Thank you!
    (Yikes! that's a lot of protein.)
  • steppingstones
    steppingstones Posts: 554 Member
    will read all this later. thanks
  • heyshell79
    heyshell79 Posts: 65 Member
    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?
  • pickledginger
    pickledginger Posts: 172
    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.
    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.
  • AntWrig
    AntWrig Posts: 2,273 Member
    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.
  • cincoff
    cincoff Posts: 6
    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.
  • Cricket09
    Cricket09 Posts: 41 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
  • mandy0688
    mandy0688 Posts: 335 Member
    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
  • thunderhorse58
    thunderhorse58 Posts: 7 Member
    interesting for reading later
  • FoodandFitness
    FoodandFitness Posts: 502 Member
    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.
  • FoodandFitness
    FoodandFitness 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.
  • jtreadwell
    jtreadwell Posts: 90 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?
  • FoodandFitness
    FoodandFitness 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.
  • sarahslim100
    sarahslim100 Posts: 485 Member
    Thanks!

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