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Whenever I go a day without drinking coffee, I get those killer headaches. It's from caffeine withdrawal. Caffeine is a drug, a stimulant, and when your body is used to having it, and you suddenly take it away, you go into withdrawal like you would from any other drug with addictive properties. The headaches are killer, so…
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Some people's digestive systems are just more sensitive to high amounts of protein and fiber when they are consumed all at once. I would recommend drinking a lot of water with it to help balance out the amount of fiber contained in most protein bars. However, it could just be an allergy or a sensitivity. Might be worth…
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I've lost weight and still eat fruit whenever I want. As long as you stay within your calorie limits for the day and burn off more calories than you take in, you will lose weight, regardless of your fruit intake. Also, fruit is actually a good option because you also get water and fiber when you consume it in it's fresh,…
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Quest Protein Bars (you can get them at GNC or www.questnutrition.com) Greek yogurt with 2 Tbsp. granola 1/4 cup raw, unsalted almonds Banana or apple with 1 Tbsp. natural peanut butter Carrot or celery sticks and 2 Tbsp. hummus A homemade smoothie (there are TONS of low calorie and filling recipes on Pinterest!) Protein…
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I am a vegetarian, and I have been since I was 9 years old. First of all, I would encourage you to think about your reasons behind cutting out meat. Is it ethical/moral, or is it based on the idea that cutting out meat will make you lose weight faster? Because that idea is not always true. A lot of the time, vegetarians…
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Of course I log my fruit. It has calories, carbs, etc., so of course I log it. I log every single thing I put in my mouth. First off all, you have to look at where your sugar is coming from. There are different types of sugar, and your sugar goals do not take that into consideration on the app. Also, with fruit, you need…
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Many people use the word binge wrong/way too frequently in this society, and they are misusing it. It can be hard in this society that encourages over eating to define what a binge actually is, and it can very from person to person. As a general rule of thumb, a binge is NOT just overeating. It is eating uncontrollably,…
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Yes, it DOES "go bad". They always have expiration dates on the container, but I would say as a general rule of thumb anything that's been open for over a year is probably not a great thing to put into your body.
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WATERMELON! It's so good this time of year! You could also make some fresh fruit salad. Go to the grocery store and pick the fruits that look the best. It can be any combo you like. Then rinse them off, cut them up, and toss them together in a pretty bowl. It's colorful, so it looks nice, and it's delicious and healthy!…
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I am a college student who works as well, so I'm always on the go between classes and my job at the salon! I never get a chance to sit down and eat a snack, so I've come up with some good grab and go options! Here are some ideas for you: -String cheese - Greek yogurt with 1 Tbsp. granola mixed in - A serving of raw,…
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Being a nursing student, I totally agree with those who are telling you to talk to your doctor about this! Even if you are overweight according to BMI or whatever measure you are using to determine this, you still need to gain anywhere from 10-15 pounds during your pregnancy for the baby to be healthy, and you still need…
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"Skinny fat"? I mean really. You say you worked at an eating disorder clinic and yet you choose to use this term in the title of your post? You should know better than that.
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There is no such thing as "free foods" or foods that don't count. All foods have calories. I log every thing I put into my mouth, veggies included. If you are truly looking to lose weight, you have to measure/weigh and log everything!
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You can use protein shakes as a snack on the go. I wouldn't suggest them as a meal, because they don't tend to be filling or satisfying enough, in my opinion, for a whole meal. They won't cause you to bulk up as long as you go for a lower calorie option and you are still eating at a deficit for the day (burning off more…
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Just a few options off the top of my head... - A pre-measured baggie of nuts or seeds, or even a low sugar trail mix blend if you are someone who has a sweet tooth - Cut up veggie sticks that are easy to eat, such as carrots and celery. You can even put a little peanut butter or hummus in a small tupperware container to…
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You can feel free to add me if you'd like. I log every day and try to post as many motivating and positive things as possible. You can also always feel free to shoot me a message if you need some support at any time :)
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Yes, it is true and they taste delicious that way! Microwaving them makes them like a gooey cookie or brownie. I usually put them in the microwave for about 7 seconds to get them soft and gooey without completely melting them. Putting them in the oven is my favorite! I set my oven to 350 and let it preheat. Put the Quest…
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If I had that many calories to use on anything I wanted I would definitely go for pizza! And I'm talking the kind you order from somewhere like Donato's! Sounds so delicious!
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I ordered the FitBit Charge HR in plum a couple weeks ago and got a notification yesterday that it was shipping out, so I'm super excited to try it out. I've heard nothing but good things! :)
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One of the best tips I can offer you is to PLAN AHEAD! I am always busy and on-the-go, and one thing that saves me is planning ahead for what I will eat. I pack healthy snacks that are easy to grab and go so that when I get hungry and am not at home I have healthy options right there. It makes eating healthy easier away…
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What exactly is your question? Are you asking which of these options is better, or what you should get in general? I would definitely recommend looking up their menu ahead of time so you can determine the nutritional info for what you are planning to eat. Just make sure you pick something that stays within your sodium,…
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I'm a vegetarian, but not strictly vegan!
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Quest Bars are my absolute favorite. I eat them quite often as I'm constantly on the go and work out a lot. If you are worried about clean eating, I'm not sure how they stack up there. I'm all about balance and everything in moderation, so I couldn't tell you much about how much they are processed or how "clean" they are.…
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I don't really tend to look at that chart, mostly because I don't think it's the most important tool for me for tracking my nutrition. I'm a busy lady and I don't have time to check a million things, so I just stick with what works for me
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You've come so far! Think about how hard those first 20 pounds were to lose...if you slide back now and regain them, you'll have to start all over! It's so much easier to keep moving forward than to take huge steps backward ad have to back track and start all over again! Since you've slipped up a little, try easing back…
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We ALL have had this experience. Some days, your body really is just not feeling it for whatever reason. Instead of pushing your body too hard and ending up ill or injured, it's better to just call it a day, head home, and give your body an obviously needed rest. Focus on getting in nutritious food to replenish your energy…
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Have you ever considered looking for someone with similar goals? Try meeting people at your gym by taking a class, or finding someone interested in an activity you enjoy, such as hiking or bike riding. It can be easier when you both have similar health and fitness goals and know that from the beginning. Then, you can help…
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I log everything BEFORE I eat it. It works perfectly because then I never have an "excuse" for going over on calories since I can add it all up before it goes in my mouth, and since I always log before I eat, no logging=no eating lol.
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Like I said above, I don't eat back all of the calories from exercise. About 25% of them. And I don't get insane numbers from my Fitbit, it's usually pretty accurate and if anything I err on the side of caution by lowering the amount it says I burned. Thank you for the recommendations about the 2 weeks... I wasn't really…
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I prefer not to unlock my diary at this time. It became an unhealthy obsession when others could see it and was too anxiety provoking for me. Sorry! I've been at a plateau for about 2 weeks now. I've lost 6 pounds and want to lose just about 5-10 more and tone up. Any advice? If that's not enough info I understand. I do…
