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I agree in that I don’t think it burns 500 calories... what I found online was that each ounce contains 20 calories so that’s what I count... but clearly that’s not working for me ... usually when I use mfp I do t eat back calories I’ve burned but I’m not sure how it works when breastfeeding... I end up seeing a dip in…

I nurse my baby and when he stops or falls asleep I pump - as of now he eats about every 4 hours so I pump around the clock about 6 times per day typically 5 oz each time. In the early morning hours or if he goes too long I’ll pump more... he typically drinks about 20-25oz of what Ive pumped - depends on how long he nurses

Thank you both! I’m trying to stay healthy and definitely end up trying to keep my supply up when it dips - with my first pregnancy I wasn’t able to lose the weight until I stopped nursing - this time around is lol good like the same Thank you for the advice - my goal is to nurse as long as I can and waiting to be able to…

sounds yum! -sam456

I believe SoyBoy makes tofu breakfast links that are low sodium :) -Sam456

of course :) What You'll Need 1/3 c. liquid egg whites (equivalent to 2 eggs) 1/8c. shredded soy cheese (I used soy-station 3 cheese blend) 1 Tbs diced tomato 1 Tbs diced green onion 1 Tbs diced yellow onion 1 Tbs diced red bell pepper 2 tsp cilantro, minced 2 veggie sausage links (I used Morning Star) 1 whole wheat…

never thought of it as a breakfast food--sounds good, will have to try! thanks :) -sam456 http://happyheartrecipes.blogspot.com/

you can find this one on my blog--here's the quick version, it's one of my favorites: 1 c. quinoa, rinsed 2 c. low-sodium vegetable broth (msg-free is always good too) 1/4 c. red bell pepper, diced (approximately 1/2 of a medium sized pepper) 1/4 c. celery, diced (approximately 1/2 of a stalk) 1/4 c. red onion, diced…

looks yum! thanks for sharing :) -sam456 http://happyheartrecipes.blogspot.com/

Don't feel bad! look at how awesome you did today --you deserve more credit!! :) -sam456 http://happyheartrecipes.blogspot.com/

Hi how13 :) I found that it sometimes helps to type what ingredient you are looking to cook with in the search box and recipes come up that way :) It's save you from having to sift through threads to find recipes! -sam456 http://happyheartrecipes.blogspot.com

I bought a Biggest Loser digital scale and *love* it-- I've had it for about a year and have no complaints :) I bought mine from Bed Bath and Beyond for $10-$15 -sam456 http://happyheartrecipes.blogspot.com

thanks for sharing! -sam456 http://happyheartrecipes.blogspot.com

Hi :) I tried a new recipe for portobello mushroom burgers--it took about 20-30 mins to make and are less than 200 calories :) the recipe is on my blog--enjoy! http://happyheartrecipes.blogspot.com -sam456 http://happyheartrecipes.blogspot.com

Just tried making a portobello mushroom burger marinated in balsamic vinegar and fresh garlic...turned out pretty good! it's on my recipe blog: http://happyheartrecipes.blogspot.com -Sam456 http://happyheartrecipes.blogspot.com

I *love* eggplant, it seems plain but always comes out with so much flavor! this is one of my all time favs: http://www.grouprecipes.com/53053/afghan-sauteed-eggplant.html -sam456 http://happyheartrecipes.blogspot.com

you're recipe sounds delish! I have a few vegetarian recipes on my blog: http://happyheartrecipes.blogspot.com thanks! -sam456 http://happyheartrecipes.blogspot.com

thanks! -sam456 http://happyheartrecipes.blogspot.com

I've got some easy recipes on my blog: http://happyheartrecipes.blogspot.com let me know if I can clarify any thing :) -sam456 follow me on my blog! http://happyheartrecipes.blogspot.com

I have one for mashed potato soup on my blog: http://happyheartrecipes.blogspot.com enjoy! -sam456 follow me on my blog! http://happyheartrecipes.blogspot.com

I *love* my vitamix!! its kinda pricey, but if you can afford it, it's def. worth it! -sam456 follow me on my blog! http://happyheartrecipes.blogspot.com

chobani! greek yogurt :) - sam456 Follow me on my blog! http://happyheartrecipes.blogspot.com/

Taco pizza!! It has half the calories of take out pizza :) http://happyheartrecipes.blogspot.com/ - sam456 Follow me on my blog! http://happyheartrecipes.blogspot.com/

Hi Ruthie, I was in the same boat and am always on the look out for cholesterol-free foods (which are generally vegetarian)-- I've finally put all of my recipes in one place and started blogging them :) You might something you like! http://happyheartrecipes.blogspot.com/ -sam456 Follow me on my blog!…

you look great!!! congrats! - sam456 Follow me on my blog! http://happyheartrecipes.blogspot.com/

oops would have helped if it was up! lol it was my "recipe for the week" :) sorry about that! - sam456 Follow me on my blog! http://happyheartrecipes.blogspot.com/

I believe the key to toning your body through weights is using lighter weights and doing higher reps :) - sam456 Follow me on my blog! http://happyheartrecipes.blogspot.com/

I have a recipe i came up with for low-fat cupcakes and fat free frosting: http://happyheartrecipes.blogspot.com/ look under desserts! My favorite is vanilla with lemon :) - sam456 Follow me on my blog! http://happyheartrecipes.blogspot.com/

yum! thanks!! - sam456 Follow me on my blog! http://happyheartrecipes.blogspot.com/

I've been thinking about starting one! I think you've just inspired me even more--thanks! :) - sam456 Follow me on my blog! http://happyheartrecipes.blogspot.com/