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Excellent but old article on low-fat vs low-carb diets
All, I don't know why I haven't found this before. But after reading this article I just had to share it. This is from 12 years ago; and while low-carb diets are gaining some traction; it's still at best tolerated by mainstream Nutrition "experts" and in some corners it's still vilified.…
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blood work results
i have got my blood work done and here are the results LIPID PROFILE HDL Cholesterol - 22mg (40-65mg/dl) LDL Cholesterol - 58mg ( 50-130mg/dl) VLDL Cholesterol - 6mg (15-40mg/dl) TRIGLYCERIDES - 30mg (60-150 mg/dl) TOTAL CHOLESTEROL -110mg/dl (140-200mg/dl) TOTLA CHOL/ HDL RATIO - 5 (<5) FASTING BLOOD SUGAR - 83mg/dl (<100…
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electrolytes?
Hi, I'm convinced this is a good woe after reading a lot on the subject but was wondering who uses supplements? If I don't have salt (lots of) I'm getting a banging headache but am concerned about potassium, should I be supplementing with it to offset the salt in my diet? Not as concerned about magnesium as I regularly…
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Struggling
Hi, I have been following a low carb diet for 5 weeks now (keeping it under 50g per day) I know many recommend less than 20g but I can't get that low. I am in ketosis (according to the ketostix) but I am always hungry (especially so this last week) and am not losing weight (well I have lost a total of 6lbs in 5 weeks and 4…
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Need quick and easy dinner ideas?
Hi, I am on keto for my diabetes, my daughter is not and she doesn't need to be. Anyone have any favorite quick go to dinner ideas?
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Help, I need somebody!
Hi, My name is Kelsey and I need some help. lol. I started Keto about three weeks ago. I dropped 4 lbs the first 4 days and I've stayed at the same weight ever since. I'm not sure if I'm eating too few or too many calories. I've used calculators and my macros are on point. I lift heavy 4-6 days a week. I've been lifting…
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looking for keto friends
hi everyone starting keto tomorrow and still feel clueless about it all - looking for friends to add me for advice and support and i can have a nosey at your diary too! thanks
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Carb backloading
Hi I recently heard a podcast from the fatburningman he was speaking to Kiefer about carb backloading! Does anyone here carb backload? I have been following a very low carb (keto) approach since thanksgiving and was thinking some carb backloading may help with fat burning! Your thought?
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Help with my boobs!
So... I think I have this: http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/003153.htm not "a lump." A good thing is that symptoms should go away soon and not come back until next month. Unfortunately, it's saying that high-fat diets and caffeine cause this, and I'm finally having the success I've been looking for with my…
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Acetyl-L-Carnitine
Hey guys, I was skimming through the Atkins book the other day and on the supplements section they mentioned Acetyl-L-Carnitine as an element that is supposed to support the whole ketosis process? Does anyone have any specific information, or has tried it themselves and know anything in more detail? Thanks so much!
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Keto rash?
I seem to be the person who gets all the keto side effects (I got the flu sooo bad my first week!). :) I am hoping/assuming this means I really needed to get rid of the sugar and carbs and I'm having reactions because my body was so overloaded with them for years. So for the past 5 days or so I've had a rash on my inner…
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Free book on amazon.com for those on ketogenic diets
Low Carb Diet: The Ketogenic Diet http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00KR12U9Q/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B00KR12U9Q&linkCode=as2&tag=nobupl-20 It's ok if you don't have a Kindle. You can still download it to your computer. http://amzn.to/1fBx0H1
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How do i get off of keto?
So i decided im going to go back to calorie counting in a week or so. Does anyone have any experience on this? how much carbs i should add back at a time?
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Favourite Keto recipe and lifestyle books...go!
What are your favourite books, articles, websites, recipes etc. that are your go to sources for info and inspiration? Although there is a TONE of info online, I love a good book that I can make notes in, highlight or dog-ear!
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Hungry at night?
I am new to the keto world and am trying to read through the forums and websites to fill the gaps but sometimes its easier to just ask! I have ben at it for 7 days and so far so good, I have lost about 6 lbs in what I am assuming to be water weight and my energy is slowly increasing, Tonight I was starving around 930, I…
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Newbie
I'm Danielle and I and doing atkins way of living, here for any advice to help me be successful .
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Looking for Keto Pals
Hello, I'm a guy looking for Keto friends. I've been doing it for a few weeks now and I'm seeing good progress. I have 55 more pounds to go. I'm down 45. Just looking for encouragement and I will do the same!!
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ok...fun question
What food do you eat on Keto that makes you just smile and think about how great this change in your diet is (other than the weight loss and energy gain). For me, it is a omelet full of meat, veggies and cheese with a side of bacon.
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Keto Dirt Cake
I just made this this weekend. Per serving (1/16 cake): 305 Cals, 27G fat, 5G Net Carbs, 3G Fiber, 7G Protein. Link to recipe is here. It was pretty phenomenal. Each slice makes a pretty decent fat bomb. :) http://alldayidreamaboutfood.com/2014/05/low-carb-chocolate-peanut-butter-dirt-cake.html
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Carbs in Cafe Americano?
Hi all -- I've been drinking Iced Cafe Americano, unsweetened, because the weather has been warm. However, I'm seeing on MFP / the Sbux website that there are 3g of carbs per Grande. I've been watching the barista, and they're just pouring 2 shots of espresso over ice. A shot of espresso has 0.5g or less, according to the…
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New to the group and exploring!
Hello there! I've recently become interested in keto. I've been paleo/a little primal since last August and my health has improved and I've lost a few pounds. I do strength training and sprints and am looking for a plan to help shed a little bit more fat. I would consider myself in maintenance with the exception of wanting…
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Interesting dinner, spaghetti sauce on broccoli
I didn't have anything else and refused to eat pasta, so out came the broccoli! Not bad, but next time spaghetti squash. :tongue:
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How fast is your body fat decreasing?
I've lost 5% of my body fat in 5 months. I'm wondering if that's good, bad, or typical. Note that I started this effort with about 50 lbs. to lose and over 30% body fat. I think that how much fat you have to start with probably impacts how quickly your percentage will drop on keto, but I'm still wondering...
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Ketostix
Been tracking ketone bodies with ketostix. This time last week I was maxing out the "Large" color code. Today, I'm barely the shade of "small". Been on low carbs for almost 3 weeks. Should I be concerned? Is there a point where the stix do absolutely no good and I have to go to blood testing? I know my diet killed the…
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Keto/Low Carb Cheeze-Its Recipe!
I have made these several times. The first time I used parmesan cheese instead of cheddar and added some powdered ranch dressing to them. This time I used some sharp cheddar cheese. They are great with pepperoni and cheese. Also the net carb count is low. Its my undestanding that Golden Flaxseed Meal has almost zero carbs…
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Just found this....a alternative on hamburgers
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BXyQUn4U3x0 I think I have to try this without the fried onions....
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What happens to the extra fat you eat?
I just want to put a disclaimer before I go in to any detail that this may or may not apply to your body. I did an experiment for 2 weeks. eating surplus of around 1500 cals on average every day for 2 weeks. My Protein and carb level stayed similar to my regular diet and most of the surplus calories came from fat. If you…
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Eating too much or too little on Keto?!
I recently started following the keto diet (about a month ago) to knock off the last few pounds... I had success the first 3 weeks, losing 8lbs, but since starting bulletproof coffee I'm noticing I've actually gained 3lbs. I am eating around 1400-1500 calories and usually burn 500-1000 working out. I'm thinking I'm not…
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How do you know if you are fat adapted?
Ok so I've been eating Keto since March 1st, I've lost 21 lbs since then which is great. I've just started at the gym so I've been doing a lot more exercise lately and finally my ketones are going up (still low, highest was 1.7) My question is how do you know when your body is burning fat?
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Bullet proof coffee anyone?
Drinking some for breakfast, so I can save my protein for lunch and dinner.