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Sugar Sugar Sugar Sugar Sugar
Help! Some advice would be great. I've been paleo for a couple of weeks, or at least I would be if the sugar didn't keep getting me! I can do without grains no problem, hate dairy in the majority anyway, but the sugar keeps sucking me in! I don't even fancy tubers or fruit that much. My cravings for sugar are doing me in!…
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How many Grams of Carbs are you eating???
OK so I got some info off of Mark's Daily apple. (if you are currently not reading it, you should. it's full of great stuff!) but anyways, he suggest eating 50 - 100 g/day for the 'Primal Sweet Spot for effortless weight loss.' along with eating .7-1 g of protien per lean body mass. i am struggling to hit both the numbers.…
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Paleo Weight loss and no sugar
Hello, I just joined this group and am new to the My Fit community. However, I have done a few paleo challenges. I haven't had much success with weight loss, but I joined this group to gain support and hear experiences related to weight loss and eliminating sugar. I actually don't REALLY care about losing lbs, but would…
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Getting back on track
Haven't been anywhere near primal as I need to be in the past few weeks (longer if I am being honest!). I won't post the sorry tale but it does involve a lot of lollies, chocolate and ice cream oh and some cakes and biscuits. Aside from the resulting weight gain - I am intolerant to wheat, rye and have a lesser intolerance…
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Lost Two Pounds Without Trying
I started eating Paleo for about two weeks now. I haven't even been exercising (i feel off the wagon about three weeks ago). Today at the doctor's office I stepped on the scale and weighed two pounds less! I couldn't believe it! I haven't been doing anything but cutting out grains and potatoes and most sugar (okay I have…
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New to the Paleo lifestyle
I'm six days into the Paleo lifestyle and didn't know it! I'm 45 and was diagnosed with Crohn's twelve years ago. Over the past few years I have developed Crohn's related RA. In addition to treatment with my medical doctor (I'm on IV Remicade), I have begun seeking alternative treatments. Last Sunday I began "RepairVite"…
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Looking for new friends!
Hi, My name is Jess and I'm 27 from NSW, Australia. I've been eating 'primal' for about 8 months now and loving it, although I just tell people who ask I eat real food. Found this way of eating after searching online after finding out I'm insulin resistant and not reacting well to the dietitians advice of taking Metformin…
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Newbie wondering why no peas on paleo?
I've just come across the Paleo diet books by Wolff and Cordain, and I'm really excited. I know from experimenting with Atkins and Low GL diets that I feel much better when my insulin is stable and I'm not on a sugar rollercoaster. For me, there isn't much difference between eating wholemeal bread and a mars bar in the…
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Books to read
I would like to give my family members some information on the paleo diet. However, they are very religious, so I am looking for a book that does not "focus" on evolution (like Sisson's). Does anyone have any recommendations?
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3 mo into Primal Blueprint and did my first fast
I've been following Mark Sisson' Primal Blueprint for almost 3 months. I've lost 22 lbs on it so far and right now I'm way over 1/2 to my goal weight. After reading @momma2teacher's post on her first 24 hr fast, I decided to try one myself. I read the eBook Eat Stop Eat (thanks again, @momma2teacher) to get good overview…
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Paleo cakes
I'm looking for a really great Paleo cake for my son's birthday. Anything I've tried so far he's been ok with however my husbands over sensitive palate never likes any that I've made. If it's been tested and family approved in your family would you be willing to share it??
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Paleo Website
I was wondering if anyone is using PaleoPlan.com ( http://www.paleoplan.com/resources/quickstart-guide-and-paleo-challenge/ ) It look interesting. They have recipes, shopping list and other information. I have not signed up but am thinking about it. Just wondering if anyone has tried and if they feel it was worth paying…
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first fasting
I am doing my first 24 hour fasting today. I am doing pretty well right now,..but could use some supporting words...any advice. javascript:add_smiley('noway','topic_body')
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newbie would love some new friends!
Hi! I've been on MFP for a year... my progress has been VERY SLOW but steady. I've already recognized (before learning about this) that wheat makes me icky, as does lactose, as does stuff heavy in sodium... I also get migraines which I'm sure will be helped with a change in diet. I think I've finally got a grasp on my…
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Cooking/baking with almond and coconut flour
I'd like to make some healthy things for my family, especially breakfasts on the weekends or things to snack on during the week. I just got my hands on almond flour and coconut flour. I have made a couple of things with almond flour already with great results but I have yet to make anything with coconut flour. Do you guys…
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Needed: Paleo Friends
So, I'm new to Paleo - Only been working at it for 2 weeks (some days are more successful than others). I don't have any friends on MFP who are also living Paleo, and I would love some who I can chat with, help motivate each other, and critique my food diary. Everyone welcome! :)
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Newbie Question....
I've been doing a lot of reading on the topic of paleo eating, grok, etc. I'm not a vegetarian, but I don't really like meat. Chicken is ok. And fish. But the thought of eating heaps of meat makes me ill. I like chick peas. So....how can I be successful with this way of eating when I strongly prefer chicken and chick peas…
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Poll for my curiosity
So, I'm just wondering how many people here who have gone paleo/primal are former vegans/vegetarians? I was vegetarian for about 6 years and vegan for almost 2. I always thought it was so healthy and so ethical and I couldn't understand why I couldn't lose weight (or gained so easily) and why I felt terrible. Just curious-…
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Converts. I'm doing good without preaching.
So to date, I have 10 people that are eating paleo that hadn't heard about it before. They are all doing it despite their amazing love of grains - because of my results. I have never suggested, pushed or proselytized it. Matter of fact I usually tell people that it was super easy for me, but most people don't have the…
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Ladies and Bra wearing............
Have any of you ladies stopped wearing bras as part of your new lifestyle and being more natural? I am considering doing this as I want to get perky boobs again no matter the size I end up being when I am at goal. We women are ruining our own boobs by wearing these underwire, over the shoulder boulder holders. The reason…
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First Week Down
and I feel great! Both husband and I have lost 7lbs each! He has lost 11.5 cm from his body and I have lost 24 cms! (hubby is building muscle and I'm losing considerable weight so measurements bang on good for both of us). Being novices at Paleo we popped out for a celebration treat - a piece of cake & a soda (mine was…
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anyone input or thoughts on the renegade diet?
Just wondering if any of you have heard of or have any input on the renegade diet??
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A Paleoish wedding reception
So I'm getting married in 12 days :) I just got all my catering taken care of, and I thought you all would appreciate it. I'm having a brunch reception and on th menu: scrambled eggs, bacon, potato/veggie caserole, and fresh fruit mix (all melon and berries). I am having a cupcake teir of regular grain and sugar cupcakes…
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When Eating Out...
What do you eat? Do you have places you prefer to go? What do you look for? How much do you change what the menu item is (substitutions, alternations, etc)? I travel for work so eating out occurs more than I really should...
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How much coffee do you drink a day...
for those that drink coffee... How does it relate to water or other liquids you drink on a regular basis? I currently drink 75-100+ ounces of water a day and usually 2 cups of coffee a day (if I wind up having one after 6pm I grab a decaf - and they are usually 8-10 ounces) - sometimes a cup of tea...don't really drink…
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coconut oil
so i broke down and finally bought some coconut oil. it was actually pretty decent priced at trader joes, 5.50 for a jar. on sale. yay! anywyas, do you think it would work to help reduce stretch marks? i swear i think i have the body of a post pregnancy woman. i have a belly pouch and love handles and freakin stretch…
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Have you thought about what you put on your body?
So I have been thinking and reading and researching a lot lately about natural body wash, face wash, etc. Is anyone else thinking about this? Has anyone tried to go the no shampoo route (baking soda and apple cider vinegar)? If so what are your experiences, tips, etc?
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sweet potatoes
so can someone explain to me why sweet potatoes are ok? and also, would sweet potato fries be ok? if fried in delicious lard or tallow or coconut oil?
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Cowpooling? advice on $ if you have done.
I found some 1/4 and 1/2 shares locally. One for ~ $3.50 lb hanging weight says they grass feed but "finish with grain for flavor". Another is 100% grass and they butcher early as the "grass looses protein content later in the year". that one is $5 a lb hanging. I have no idea if this is good or bad price or if I should…
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Ways to Play
For me, one of the best parts of a paleo lifestyle is the shift of how I view "exercise". I admit, I can't give up my chronic-cardio. But, I keep doing it bcause I genuinely LOVE a long, steady-paced jog. To me, it's a form of play. But beyond my more conventional excercise habits, I have found that this mind set really…
