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You'll find many people on here that restrict or moderate their carbs to certain extent. I personally find LCHF great for maintaining weight and improving my health (I was previously in very bad shape). I still have to put some effort to create a calorie deficit for weight loss.

I constantly eat pretty much the same thing everyday, except on weekends. The majority of my calories and macros come from my 2 main meals - it cuts down on the urges to snack. I also try to keep my feedings within a tight 8 hour window. I'm constantly hungry throughout the day when my meals are spread out, so I rather not…

If you have a lot of weight to lose than you hope you lose some LBM, particularly the extra skin. Think of those big guys that lose 100 + pounds quickly on those reality tv shows, then have 20+ pounds of extra skin surgically removed. That's LBM being surgically removed.

DIY banana ice cream: https://paleoleap.com/banana-ice-cream/

Are you subtracting fiber from your carbs? Fiber is considered a carb, it is bennificial, but it can not be digested or used for energy. Carb - fiber= "Net carb" I eat beween 25 to 75 grams of Net carbs a day (80% from veggies and fruit). I'm moderately active, strength train 3 times a week, 2-3 sprint HIIT sessions a…

She said she has an "autoimmune liver disease". In your medical opinion does that qualify as medical reason to restrict and moderate carbohydrates?

I've quit smoking before, many, many times, before finally quitting several years ago. I've also had to cut the majority of my sugar and carbs from my diet due to health reasons. I would not say it's the same level, but it has a lot parallels. There's the habit and routine, the pleasurable associations, and there's going…

When someone offers you a sugary treat and you kindly decline, but then roll your eyes after they say "but it's 'fat free'"

LOL, I was going to suggest H-E-B's stevia extract. I actually find it better tasting than other stevia brands. Plus the price is great. Perhaps you got a bad batch? Perhaps my taste buds are screwy? I do use it sparingly, though. Since going LCHF I've gotten used to eating slightly sweet. A pouch lasts me a couple of…

"I'm meeting about 75% of the recommendation with: Calcium Cholesterol Fat I'm meeting about 50% of the recommendation with: Protein Carbs Fiber Sugar Sodium I'm only at about 25% of the recommendation with: Potassium" Two foods that come to mind that may knock multiple micronutrients are: cottage cheese (protein, fat,…

Last year I did a several Kickstarters (1 month - 4%) and one transformer (6 months - 10%), it was fun and motivating. I especially like taking other people money. I probably saw a 40% return of money. I didn't lose money except body fat. I saved the money for a new wardrobe, but ended up spending the money on emergency…

Good excuse for a diet break - you will need the extra nutrition to make a quicker recovery. Concentrate on recovery and getting back on your feet and usual activities. My thoughts and prayers are with you :)

I'm LCHF and have been for years. You can lose weight eating moderate carb, as long as you're in calorie deficit. 150 grams carbs is still considered low carb. I personally eat between 50-100 grams net carbs, but I still have to adjust my calories from fat and protein to lose weight.

Most protien shakes (whey) are designed to be digested quickly which is the reason it popular around workouts or for people that have a hard time meeting their protein goal by the foods they eat. It's easier to digest and it doesn't fill you up to the extent as protein rich whole foods with same amount of protein. Casein…

What are some things that your bf does or doesn't do that makes life stressful? You say he's biggest stress factor.

I can totally relate. That is, divorce, financial problems and pressure, several medical issues, high pressure job and not enough time in the day and week. It felt like I was going to fall off the deep end. You just have to stay on top of things and find balance. Don't let things go or go hide out behind a bottle vodka or…

Never if you're eating at a calorie deficit

I eat moderate amount of carbs all the time. That is, between 50-100 grams a day seems to keep the hyperglycemia and neuropathy complications away. On the flip side, there's nothing unhealthy with restricting carbs either. There's no one size fits all. Moderation to you maybe too low or too excessive for me, and vice versa.

In this day and age, it's much easier. 10, 20, 30 years ago it was a highly controversial healthy lifestyle and the general culture was not supportive of it. Unless theirs a cure for diabetes and complications. I'm type 2. I have no choice but to remain low carb. I rather shun off bread, sweets, cereal, than to lose a leg,…

If your doctor is not a Nephrologist (kidney specialist) I think you should seriously consider seeing one request a referral. Kidney problems can be serious issue.

I used to alternate day fasting (Eat Stop Eat). That is, totally water fasting for 24 hours follow by a 2-3 days of normal eating. Now I just fast for 2-3 days in a row then eat at maintenance. In the beginning you may want to take it easy and don't push yourself too hard. You may get dizzy spells easier. Once you do a few…

Freeze some ice and use an ice chest to store some food. You can freeze bottles of water (minus a little off the top) to keep food cool.

That's one of the reasons I go into maintenance often (diet break)... I usually end up not gaining or losing a pound or 2. Lyle McDonald wrote something about this phenomenon and mentioned a study where researchers attempted to mimick rapid weight gain after a diet.…

A favorite low carb high fat meal of mine is Kalua Pork with cabbage. I make mine in a pressure cooker but it can be made in a slow cooker too. http://nomnompaleo.com/post/111934821818/pressure-cooker-kalua-pig

That seems unbelievable so I tried looking it up. Do you have a link to the article? I found one, but this article reports in general 30% of women and 23% of men lie or withhold information. http://health.usnews.com/health-news/health-wellness/articles/2015/11/10/many-patients-lie-to-their-doctors-survey-finds (I miss read…

Celery has a decent amount of potassium and peanut butter has magnesium. Considering your running and low carb (less water retention), you may be craving electrolytes (sodium, potassium and magnesium).

Personally I have trouble digesting lean meats to meet my protein and calorie minimums, so I stick with fatter cuts of meat and hit my targets very close. Most pork, fatty cuts of beef, eggs, salmon, dark meat from chicken.

I've taken metformin for diabetes before. Full blown type 2 diabetes. I now control it with only diet and exercise. The most common side effect is stomach cramping, diarrhea and nausea. Supposedly that improves over time, starting with low doses (500 mg). It's a common first line treatment and it's taken by a lot of people.

I have high blood iron. I donate blood fairly regularly. Last time I donated it was 52%, I like to keep it below 47%. Blood donation facilities test your blood iron as part of their prescreen. Remember, donate whole blood or double, not plasma or platelets.

Here's an idea... why don't you incorporate some form of fasting (assuming you don't have any serious medical conditions). Fasting is very common in many religions and you may benefit from it physically, mentally and spiritually. I think your parishnors would understand and respect your need to fast, and will most likely…