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Jumpstart January 2023 Challenge
Here we are. Another year gone. But a new one is starting, and in keeping with the tradition of a New Year Resolution, I have a challenge for you aiming at helping you KEEP those resolutions this year. It's the perfect time to Jumpstart your health! I do go on and on about one B-word. The Basics. Why? Because they're…
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Low carb but high protein
Anyone doing this? Looking to gather friends to stay motivated and learn tips on getting thin and being healthy. Will accept friend requests
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Any and all advice welcome
Hi, Just about to start Low Carb for weightloss and Health. Currently at 220lb and 5"11, female, perimenopausal, aged 47 years and based in the UK. I am T2 diabetic with hypertension - take Metformin (1000mg twice a day), Dagaglifozin (10mg) and Perindopril (2mg) Hoping to get off all meds by lowering carbs and increasing…
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Preparing for the new year
Good morning! I'm slowly, quietly preparing for the new year (I do believe in resolutions) and will be doing an "audit" of my eating pattern. I do an audit of our finances (are we using that gym membership, has the cable company slipped things in...), and I usually do an audit of my eating as well. Taking it back to…
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What does your low carb meals look like??
on the main board there is a post where everyone post their meal pics but it's full of carb food and I don't want to see that so let's start our own LC meal post! Grilled fish shrimp and veggies Grilled cheese burger w/ sauté mushrooms and onions
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Santa Sprint December 2022 Challenge
There's a statistic that's always going around that something like 25% of people will gain weight between Halloween and New Year's. It's Holiday season. We're busy with work and school and other activities. With all the stress and uncertainty it's easy to just say to heck with it and cave. And wake up on New Year's Day and…
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Breakthrough!
So excited here -- I've been doing keto for exactly two months now and this morning woke up to find the needle on the scales had finally moved...I lost 5# "overnight." (!) I am pleased beyond measure! I think I am dealing with a pretty fierce insulin resistance and that the addition of frequent (though not daily) 16:8…
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Anyone with Hypothyroidism doing LCHF or Keto
Not sure if there is a thread regarding hypothyroidism. My roommate has it and is currently doing Whole30. She has seen some of my Keto meals, particularly BPC, and is very convinced it would not work for her. She currently eats low-moderate carb, low fat, high protein. Would LCHF or Keto work for someone with…
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We need a "Pro Calorie Counting" thread/discussion
With the recent changes to the Launchpad, I have also added a link to the "Anti" Counting Calories thread... as well as a place-holder for the "Pro" Counting Calories thread. I'm hoping someone else will step up and write a thread about why we should still count calories on low-carb. I'm obviously not that person. I fear…
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No Nonsense November 2022
There's a statistic that goes around: something like over 25% of people will gain weight between Halloween and New Year's. It's Holiday season. We're busy with work, school, get-togethers, and shopping. We all have a lot on us, including whatever crisis is after us at the moment! :tired_face: It's easy to just say "to heck…
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Daily allowance
How do I know what my daily allowance is for sugar, carbs and or net carbs, protein for Keto? TIA!
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Keto suggestions
Hi I am having issues eating 2000 Kcals without going above 30g of carbs even when I stick to eggs, avocados, plain meat and leafy vegetables; the app reports that my carbs are high. Any suggestions to help out please?
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Fearless October 2022
Ahhh...it's that time again. Fall. Temps turns cooler. Leaves change color. At least in the Northern Hemisphere, anyway. But, regardless, all those holiday foods start creeping in on us. Pumpkin this and that. Parades of Halloween candy-crack...And shortly after that Thanksgiving (for some). More and more holiday parties…
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ketosis without keto sticks (newbie)
Hello friends, I started this way of eating on Monday. How do I know I'm in ketosis without Keto sticks. Thanks
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Add me for friends
Anyone need friends on here am in the UK good tips or tricks 😁💪
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Introduction
Hi I’m new here , I need friends to encourage and motivate me I’ll do the same
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Keto collagen
What's the best collagen powder supplement to take on a Keto lifestyle?
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What are some of your recent NSV's?
I'm able to walk better and no longer need to use a motorized scooter in the grocery store.
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30 days in Keto diet
Hi all! I'm about 30 days into the Keto lifestyle and am loving it! To be completely upfront, I had gastric sleeve surgery on 8/24/22 and am now living on a sort of moderated keto diet as I have to make sure I get 60g of protein in a day (which is a hard thing to do and I haven't been able to accomplish it without a 30g…
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Step It Up September 2022
It's been a long and busy summer. Maybe you've been on it the whole time! Great job! Or maybe you've been hit or miss? Or slacked off toward the end? Whatever it is, that's in the past! Time to look ahead! This month let's focus on how to Step Up your efforts to achieve your health and fitness goals. Whether or not that…
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New Senior Member
I’m 70 and 240 lbs. My Dr. Suggested a low carb diet and to try My Fitness Pal app. So I’m slowly acquainting myself to the diet and app, would appreciate any help, advice or encouragement. Exercise is where I am restricted it will definitely have to be low impact. Most likely walking will be it and even that will have to…
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Burger King Keto
I’ve been on keto now solidly for 2 weeks with rigorous exercise. Today I eat Burger King, burger chips and Pepsi Max, will I get kicked outer keto?
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Surprise Foods
Hello all Started ketoing, been 9 days and in the keto flu mode. Mainly not sleeping is my issue. So what I want to know what surprising foods hacks have you found that’s kept your keto going. Mine was fried chicken, yes fried chicken. Not high in carbs as I thought. What’s yours.
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Ninja Creami low carb recipes?
Hi all! I was (impulse) shopping recently, and since I'd been craving something cold, sweet, and low carb all summer long, decided to pull the trigger and buy this contraption. Every other attempt at a decent low carb ice cream has been less than successful for me in the past, so I was hoping this appliance would prove to…
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Hi
Hello everyone new ..here hows everyone
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Ketosis with supplements
I’ve been reading a lot about supplements to put you in ketosis what are folks thoughts pros and cons? I also can’t figure out what is a scam and what is legit for a supplement??I just can’t seem to get into ketosis I’ve tried to be so strict I don’t know what I’m doing wrong.
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How to stay on track on a cruise ???
I am really pleased with my new keto regime it seems to work for me, however Im very lucky and am going on a 2 week cruise in a few weeks and am really worried that I will not be able to resist overeating and eating all the wrong foods because the food onboard is amazing and available 24/7 plus very little keto type foods…
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A1c
Doctor called about my labs done Friday. I haven't seen them but he said my a1c was 4.9 and that was low. So I should only take 500 mg of metformin. Is that low? Is 500 mg even worth taking? Huh....
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LC Boot Camp: Active August 2022
It's time for a Bootcamp. To focus hardcore on your plan's basics and to keep your body mobile, two essential focal points for the successful low-carber, or healthy human in general. All right, troops! Whether you're a beginner, in your stride, or a long-time maintainer, we all have things to work on. And if you're…
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LCHF cooking for a family
I'm trying to eat less refined carbs (biscuits, cake, pasta, white rice). However I am also packing lunches and cooking dinners for young, active, sporty kids. For those following a keto or LCHF lifestyle, does your whole family eat the same, or do you serve pasta/rice on the side for other family members, or what? I'm…