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My Breakfast was so yummy!
This is the first topic I've started, but I just had to say that. I cooked up 1/2 a sweet potato, cubed, in coconut oil and topped it with fried eggs. I thought it was be a weird combo, but I loved it! My real reason for posting this is that I've been paleo/primal for two weeks now with my husband and I already am tasting…
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Question on Azomite clay
I've done some reading on it. I was going to get a couple of huge bags for the veggie garden this year. I know a lot of people consume this clay due to the 67 trace minerals in it. Does anyone here take this? I've read a number of comments on MDA from people that actually take a tsp or two of this a day. I would never of…
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for the ladies! a crazy theory
ok so i have come up with a new theory, and i am wondering if there is anyone with biology experience or anyone at all who can back me up, or tell me if i am way off base. and this pertains to breast size in ladies. so here goes...lol so basically i have always had small breasts, barely an A. then i gained a ton of weight…
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Great article I saw on MDA..
sorry if this is redundant for some. I found it to be a good link to send to people who think "I'm" the crazy one. http://www.huffingtonpost.com/dr-mark-hyman/wheat-gluten_b_1274872.html
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Carb levels and weight loss
I've been following a Primal-ish way of eating now for about a month, and in general have been getting about 70-100g of carbs per day. I have lost a good two inches from around my waist, which I mainly attribute to lack of wheat-bloat, so I'm fine with that...however, I seem to be losing weight, and I don't really want to…
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several questions
#1, why dont they come up with a better name so it doesnt sound so much like a fad diet or kookey fad. you know what i mean? because as soon as i mention paleo/primal people say "Well people died a lot sooner back then" and it just sounds strange. there should be a better name for it. #2, this diet is also met with the…
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just wondering
as i just completed my first really paleo shopping trip, i am wondering what other things you do that are "primal" like what other products do you buy/use? soaps, shampoos, hairsprays (im a jersey girl so i use a lot of hairspray :p ) sunscreen, what other ways if any have you gone primal?
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Loaded question
as i am reading more and more on this forum and feel like i have found paleo heaven on here, i was just wondering what political affiliation is the most popular with people here or in this lifestyle. just wondering for no other purpose than curiosity. after going paleo i have become a "dont listen to anything the…
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An excerpt on Leptin from 'Primal Body, Primal Mind'
The more I read about leptin the more I realize just how important this hormone is. Leptin essentially controls mammalian metabolism. Most people think that is the job of the thyroid, but leptin actually controls the thyroid, which regulates the rate of metabolism. Leptin oversees all energy stores. Leptin decides whether…
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Am I doing this right...?
I'm not sure if I would consider myself fully paleo/primal but I have definitely cut out carbs (from breads, grains, etc) and I'm trying to cut back on dairy with only 1 serving or less a day. My concern is that I'm eating too much protein. My husband mentioned that he thought I may be eating too much of it as its hard for…
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paleo and alcohol
hello, i have been doing primal for about 3 months now and lost 26 lbs so far. i feel amazing, and also found out i have celiacs so i cannot have any wheat/gluten products. however, i am young and i like to go out a lot. i do not dink during the week, but on the weekends i drink a fair ammount. what are the best drinks for…
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Fruit? Smoothies? Hashimoto's?
I will preface this question with a little history about my journey. I have Hashimoto's thyroiditis (It's an auto-immune disease) and for me, I have had little to no success with weight loss for the past three years. I have gained nearly 70 pounds since my diagnoses and it seems that my body weight is not necessarily…
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New to Paleo
Ok, so here's my deal. Today I started a 30 day Paleo overhaul. I am working with a Body Tech Nutritionist who supports treating hypothyroidism with diet (yay). I am still on my levothyroxin, but I am now using Crossfit, heavy lifting, and diet to boost my metabolism and give my thyroid a "break." At least that is the…
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Dairy- yay or nay?
I'm starting the primal lifestyle on Thursday, after an Ash Wednesday fast. I know a lot of people totally shun dairy and some can be on the fence about it. My question is: do you still eat dairy? Or no. And if you do, what type of dairy do u partake? I'm thinking that I would still like some in my diet. I might go more…
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Anyone done Whole 30 / 30 day challege - tracking question
Ok so I started a 30 day Paleo challege this past weekend - fairly strict paleo - no natural sweetners, not even sweet potatoes... I have been a fairly clean eater for the past year so I am hoping it won't be so hard... Main question is tracking - I have decided to do my best about tracking here on MFP - I know my numbers…
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Frequent traveler, new to paleo... Need Tips!
Hi All: I just posted this same question in a different group, so hopefully that doesn't violate any rules! :tongue: Anyway, I just recently started using MFP in the the hopes that tracking will actually help me finally lose the weight I need to lose. I travel frequently, and I'm also very interested in doing the…
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Increasing protein and such
Hello. I'm trying to find ways to increase my protein since I don't feel that I'm getting enough. I'm not a fan of protein shakes, or at least I haven't found one that I like. Also, I would like to know the equation for the amount of protein I need to make sure I'm in a good range. I'd be okay with someone figuring it for…
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40 Day Paleo/Primal Challenge for Lent
Please join us if you are doing Paleo/Primal for Lent :smile:
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Do you run?
Hey yall, So I'v been struggling with weight loss lately and I hate to say this (because it goes against everything I've read and heard) but whenever I've been my thinnest, I was always running 3-5miles 3 times/week. I haven't been running regularly since last spring and I kept fit in the summer, enter fall/winter and I'm…
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Physiologic Insulin Resistance. It's A Good Thing!
This is some really interesting information that I came across on an Intermittent Fasting Primer on Mark's Daily Apple Forums, I think this may be clarity for a few people reading about IF, PK said it in another thread a while back: The confusion here is more than understandable and arises from the fact that the term…
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SMALL VICTORY ONLY PALEO PEEPS UNDERSTAND
SO I AM 10 DAYS INTO MY PALEO LIFESTYLE...I FEEL GREAT AND HAVE LOST OVER 4 POUNDS EATING MORE FOOD THAN I EVER HAVE...AND TONIGHT...MY HUSBAND GOT PIZZA FOR DINNER...PIZZA IS ONE OF MY FFAAVVOORRRIIITTEEE FOODS OR I SHOULD SAY IT USED TO BE AND I RESISTED IT COMPLETELY AND IT WASN'T EVEN THAT HARD...YAY! LOVING THIS…
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So, coconut milk?
I have a can of coconut milk in my cupboard, but no real idea of what to do with it. Does anyone have any suggestions, particularly anything dessert-ish?
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How bad are beans really?
I'm on a VERY strict budget this week so I'm planning to make a giant pot of chili so I can have it portioned for the week. My question is: I know that beans are frowned upon in the Paleo world but how bad are they really? I'd like to add some beans to my chili to bulk it up a little without incurring the cost of…
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Best strategies for what to eat while travelling
I will be traveling in about a month -- just for a weekend -- but am already trying to think ahead about what the best bets are for eating while traveling, especially when you don't necessarily have all the control over where you eat -- b/c of traveling with others, attending a wedding, etc. Which meats are safest/best…
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Primal/Paleo Finger foods for party
Hello. I am going to a girl's night tonight and want to take something that I know I can have and that others will enjoy. Any suggestions??
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Few Questions...
Hi all. I've got a few questions because I want to be sure I'm doing this right. This past week my weight seems to be creeping up by a few pounds (could be my monthly friend) and I'm now pondering once again if I'm doing everything right. My diary is open for public view and with the exception of a few days a week, I…
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Thread called Eek! Sugar!
http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/499459-eek-sugar I'm just not into debating today.
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lower carbs and insomnia???
I hope you're all feeling great!! I love everything about what I'm eating and how I'm feeling EXCEPT that I have been suffering with terrible insomnia since I started cutting my carbs down. I go to bed at a normal time (10-ish), fall straight to sleep, but then I find I am waking up at 1am, WIDE awake, for a few hours…
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Plateau Frustrations -- Grrr.
Okay, so I've technically lost 11 lbs in 7 weeks, as of tomorrow. Not bad overall. But, the first 5 lbs came off in the first 2 weeks, then 2 weeks of plateau, then roughly another 5 lbs lost in week 5 -- the week i first eliminated all sugar/grains. Then 2 weeks of another plateau. Is this normal? I know since I only have…
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Primal Friendly Truffles
My friend sent me this recipe. They are great! Coconut Date Chocolate "Truffles" 5-6 dates, chopped 1 tablespoon coconut oil 3-4 tablespoons of unsweetened coconut flakes (to taste) 2 tablespoons cocoa powder dash of vanilla and salt Blend everything in a food processor until well incorporated and a 'dough' is formed. Roll…
