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Too many veggies? Or the wrong kind?
Hi, I just started Atkins/Keto on Saturday, so this is my third full day. I'm sporadic at tracking, so I'm trying to track in the beginning to have an idea of what and how much to be eating. So far I think I'm eating too many veggies, because I can't get my net carbs down under 20. But everything I'm eating is on the…
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Needing to Lose Over 100 Lbs, When to Weight Train
First of all, I'm doing the LCHF/Ketogenic diet.. I am needing some advice on weight training. I used to work out with heavy weights, years and years ago. I have over 100 lbs to lose, at this time. I know there is no way to "spot train," but my legs are large (yes, because of the fat), but are even large, when I was quite…
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Keto and Micronutrients (vitamins and minerals)
I know about going for vegetables that grow above ground, etc. What I'm trying to find is if someone(s) has taken the time to figure out how to make the most of eating only a few netcarbs, (20-30 or so), for the purposes of getting as much needed and/or balanced micronutrients as possible. I admit to being new to the diet,…
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Chocolate Paradise clouds
I made these just experimenting and OMW they came out like moose ice cream that is not frozen, but amazing..Little chocolate clouds... I added some macadamia nuts that I roasted in some coconut oil and salt, with toasted coconut, as well as walnuts and hazel nuts I roasted. I use raw organic products when ever possible and…
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Who loves
this way of eating and will never change?
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Targeted Keto Diet?
Has anyone here tried the Targeted Ketogenic Diet? I've been considering adding more exercise into my life and it seemed like a good plan to me. I was reading about it here: http://www.theketogenicdiet.org/targeted-ketogenic-diet/ Some pages where I read about TKD it said people would consume Gatorade or candy or stuff…
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Starting Keto.. any tips/critiques for my plan?
I have recently started Keto and have kept at it for about a week now. I decided to be more active on the forums and am curious what you guys think about my current diet plan: Goal: lose 80pds+ by Winter Meal plan: 1100 calorie diet at 70/25/5 breakdown - pretty religious with my fitnesspal tracker.. Currently: Breakfast:…
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Measuring Ketones and Leptin
I am wondering how people re measuring their ketones to such a precise measurement. I have urine strips that I use that indicate how high my levels are, but only through color coding. Is there another methodology to measure ketones other than the sticks? Also, how do you measure leptin ( i think that is how you spell it )…
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Speaking of salt...
Dear Doktor CrowdSource: I regularly take a potassium-based very mild hypertensive (blood pressure medicine) that also has a super mild dieuretic. I don't salt my food, though occasionally I can go overboard on some olives without much prompting ;) If you check out my diary, you'll see I'm eating whole foods and drinking…
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Low sugar symptoms?
Anyone else having symptoms of low sugar? I've been sort of dizzy, sweaty, light-headed, especially when I have a lower carb day, The higher my fat grams are the more I have these symptoms. THey're not horrible, just sort of a slight dizziness.
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Sweeteners - stevia is too bitter for me
I see a lot of recipes use stevia. I cant tollerate the flavor at all! The only sweetener Ive been om with is Eythritol. Is there anything I need to know about Eyrthritol that might make it un keto friendly? Oh and by the by...Hi all. Im brand new to Keto. I have a moderate WLG of 30 lbs. But more over I am looking for a…
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carb cheat experience
I did a "carb loaded" cheat meal and would like to share my experiment with you. I am NOT advising anyone to try this or suggesting what I did was beneficial. However, part of this lifestyle is trial and error. I decided to have a "carb cheat meal" for dinner last night and went against all the advice of many people. I…
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Just Started Keto Diet and Feeling ultra-HUNGRY!
Hey folks: I just completed day four of my Keto diet and I feel like I could eat a horse. I thought I was suppose to feel full on this diet, but I am super hungry. What gives? My food diary is open, if anyone wants to check it out. I'm eating 65-70 percent fat, 10 percent or less of carbs, and the rest protein. I've eaten…
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Irregular weight loss during keto - normal?
I find myself these past couple of weeks losing the bulk of my weight the last 2-3 days (mostly weekend) before my monday weigh in. In terms of food intake it is no different but I do admit i do more exercise during the weekend - maybe an hour more in cardio and if days nice i do hike 9-10 miles. My question is is the loss…
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Is this supposed to be happening
I have been on keto for 2 months with no cheat days. Sometimes my stomach feels very very weird when i eat my 80 grams of fat for breakfast. Well last night i had oily poop, really runny and oily. Is this normal on keto?
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Eggs: Carbs or no?
So I have seen mixed entries for eggs. Some say 1 carb, some say 0. The eggs I have in my fridge say 0 carbs according to their nutritional label. Should I consider that label to be a filthy liar, or are eggs legit 0 carbs? They're large eggs if that helps.
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How could you balance the macros?
How could you balance the macros? Especially, the Fiber- Carbs macros?
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too much fat
What if you eat too much fat in a day. will you gain?
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Carb cravings
When did your cravings for carbs and sugar go away?
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My new favorite thing
Why haven't I been drinking glasses of beef broth my whole life?
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Stomach "twinges"
So I've been doing low carb for a couple of weeks now. For the last week or so, I've been getting these weird little stomach twinges. I don't really know what else to call it. It's not hunger pangs. Its not pain really, just uncomfortable feeling, and goes away immediately. Just a little twist and then its gone. I don't…
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Is HIIT necessary for keto?
I get different answers and im just confused. some people say don't do hiit, some people say do steady state cardio. I run 3 times a week at 5.0 for 40 minutes and i strength train 3 days a week. In order to burn more fat or get more weight loss results should i be doing HIIT? I know its all about a calorie deficit but im…
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Energy
What was your energy level in the beginning of keto, and what is it now?
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Quick question
How many of you drink diet drinks? I have fallen in love with the clear American fruit flavored drinks (I know..full of chemicals but I miss my sodas) and sugar free Jellos with whipped topping (one of two sweets I do allow). However, I am starting to wonder if I should cut them out too to get a steady weight loss instead…
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New here, just wanted to say hello :-)
Hello all! 49 y.o. woman on a weight loss roller coaster since Feb 2014. I am having a hard time figuring this keto thing, what to eat, how much, menus, recipes. I blame menopause, it's easier :-)... If you want to add me, I always welcome new friends that are willing to share their diary as well. This helps with food/menu…
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The rare/random carb meal in your keto world
I've been (quite happily) doing keto 7-8 weeks now, and feel totally and completely adapted. I've *also* been planning for the past 6 months to attend a really fancypants French meal and wine course, and know it will be silly not to taste many of the magnificent foods that will be there. Though I plan to be moderate…
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2 questions
I have been in ketosis for almost 2 weeks. This is my first ketogenic diet. I used to be hot, almost always. Now I am usually freezing cold. Is this normal? Last night I drank for the first time. I had 2 glasses of wine with dinner, then 2 vodka & seltzer water, over about 3 hours. I felt buzzed, not wasted. I'm so hung…
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Strategy for a 3 week vacation overseas
Yes, that's me...going to the USA for 3 whole weeks this July. Basically, I'm trying to start thinking about how I want to do this already now. I am sure there are people out there somewhere that could keep themselves in ketosis while traveling, but for me it's a bit lofty to assume I can do that with unfamiliar foods, and…
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STALL
Hello fellow Keto'ers, Has anyone done a carb re-feed to get weight loss moving again? Share your experiences. What about dairy? Has anyone lost with dairy and all of a sudden became stalled due to consuming it. Thanks Nyida
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Questionable Link Between Saturated Fat and Heart Disease
Found this article intersting: http://online.wsj.com/news/articles/SB10001424052702303678404579533760760481486?mod=WSJ_hppMIDDLENexttoWhatsNewsSecond&mg=reno64-wsj&url=http://online.wsj.com/article/SB10001424052702303678404579533760760481486.html?mod=WSJ_hppMIDDLENex Something we keto dieters have known based on results we…
