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  • I usually eat 30-40g/ day on a 1600 calorie diet. Fiber is good for you. Good for bowel health, feeling satiated and if you are getting lots it's a good indicator that you are eating a healthy diet. Just remember to drink lots of water to help flush it through your system.
    in Too much fibre? Comment by meghanner March 2011
  • A good rule of thumb is to set your activity levels at lightly active or sedentary and add exercise to this amount to get a more accurate estimate if you are trying to lose weight. Don't bother entering your daily living activities and only enter dedicated exercise such as cardiovascular activities or weight training. Best…
    in 2500 calories is dieting?? Seriously?? Comment by meghanner March 2011
  • I know how you feel. I work nutty hours as a on call health care provider. When I'm up late, I keep eating. If you are awake, moving and using your brain you need to keep eating, regardless of the time. Just make healthy choices and make sure that you count these calories. I always keep a few 100 calorie protein bars in my…
    in question about eating late a night? Comment by meghanner March 2011
  • While fruit is healthy because it contains fiber and vitamins, it is also high in sugar. Sugar is sugar regardless of where it comes from. Perhaps you could swap a non-starchy veggie or protein as a snack? Celery and nut butter? Chicken breast? Tuna? Whatever works for you. Good luck!
    in Daily Sugar Intake Comment by meghanner March 2011
  • Fat is so misunderstood. It is not the enemy. It makes us feel full and helps to repair and fuel our bodies. When fat is 'taken out' of foods like it is in 'light' products it is often replaced by fillers such as preservatives, sugar and carbs. The sugar and carbs can wreak havoc with our blood sugars making us want to eat…
    in Regular vs. Less Fat Products Comment by meghanner March 2011
  • How much are your going over carbs? What is your total amount? Or more importantly, what is your total percentage? I like to keep mine between 30-40% of total nutrients. It will help keep your insulin levels stable and promote fat loss and fat utilization.
    in Carbs Comment by meghanner February 2011
  • First of all, you're gorgeous just the way you are! I understand how you feel being active in a sport/ career that values small bodies and difficult to achieve weight ideals. I've been surrounded by that my whole life as well. I lost my period 3 years ago and still haven't had it return as a result of trying to achieve…
    in Pretty sure I've lost my period :/ Comment by meghanner February 2011
  • Thanks you guys. I appreciate your honest and thoughtful replies. Yes, I do believe there are some underlying emotional/psychological issues that are at the root of this for me. I'm a firm believer that the mind and body are so interconnected and inseparable. I am going to see a psychologist to help me cope with grief and…
    in No period for 3 years- calorie deficits Comment by meghanner February 2011
  • I'm a Registered Midwife and do quite a few pre-conception consultations for women with PCOS trying to conceive. Many times when you have PCOS you have a related insulin/blood glucose level issues. I usually recommend a diet that balances blood sugar levels by limiting carbohydrates, eliminating or reducing grains and…
    in Weight Loss for pregnancy Comment by meghanner February 2011
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