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I was worried about cravings. I have been on many diets, seen nutritionists and everything else in between, but when I began the Paleo Lifestyle, I didn't have the cravings. When your body gets used to having grains and refined sugars and processed meals all the time, they are like a habit and your body will crave them.…

Dreamfields pasta has 5 net digestable carbs per serving. Black box and be found @ Hannafords, Market Basket and some Walmarts. Not sure about anywhere else. I might also suggest an alternative to pasta. I julianne cabbage and steam or boil it and serve it with my homemade spaghetti sauce. I'm trying to stay away from…

Found an awsome recipe. I was missing having pancakes because of the carbs. I've been doing some searching and found this one. Cream Cheese Pancakes 2 oz cream cheese 2 eggs 1 packet stevia (or any) sweetener 1/2 tsp cinnamon Put all ingredients in a blender or magic bullet. Blend until smooth. Let rest for 2 minutes so…

9.965 %... OK close enough, rounding up to 10 % :bigsmile: Janet

Hi Torrie I understand how you feel. I have diabetes myself. I was diagnosed a year ago. I was scared at first because my father passed away 3 years ago from many complications, but I realized it was because he refused to accept his diabetes and take control of it. He couldn't give up his lifestyle and everything he loved.…

Die Die Die ! LOL

Rochester, New Hampshire here! Had the perfect weekend for weather, mid to upper 70's. Not a cloud in the sky. No humidity. Perfect for my first hosted family pig roast which was a huge success :bigsmile: Janet

Didn't work this time Banks. I'm sure it will be me that kills the thread ! And Casper.... LMAO over your drooling about lambchops comment :laugh:

BACK AWAY FROM HEROES!! :noway: :love: I've gotta have my Heroes !

That happens to me a lot. <sniffing underarms> I shower ! :bigsmile: Janet

To much Fructose can be a bad thing, especially if you are diabetic, like myself. I found this article below. What is fructose? Fructose is a monosaccharide (simple sugar), which the body can use for energy. Because it does not cause blood sugar rise tremendously (has a low glycemic index), it was once thought that…

It sounds like where you have been using crutches, you are building up your muscles, which weighs more than fat does. So don't get discouraged. You probably have lost some fat weight, but gained muscle weight. Janet

Did I hear an Echo? :laugh:

My Dr. put me on the prescription Chantix. It worked great for me. There are some very strange side effects and some that are even dangerous so I would check with your Dr. to see which is right for you. Everyone is different and not every way will work. I tried many times in various ways to quit and Chantix was the only…

Thanks everyone for the really great suggestions. Looks like I will be going on a hummus tasting spree soon ! :laugh:

I guess I'll have to try different flavors. I don't remember what brand I got, I'll have to check when I get home from work :bigsmile:

Thanks, I'll check it out. I live in NH so maybe I can find out where it's sold.

Way to go Brendalee ! Keep up the good work :flowerforyou: I now include a lot more fruits and vegetables in my diet. I have found the wonderous flavor from fresh, not canned fruits & veggies :smile: much more pleasing to the pallete. I cut out all soda, which I too used to do 2 L a day if not more. I now only have it…

Pineapple cutter, corer. I just got mine and love it. Now cutting up fresh pineapple isn't such a hassle and isn't as messy ! http://www.pineapplecutterfactory.com/

Thanks everyone. It really feels great and I'm feeling better about myself. :bigsmile:

Originally from Brownville, ME. Now living in Rochester NH Go Patriots and Red Sox!

Increase your fiber intake. This will help to even things out.

Low Cal Frosting !! 1/2 cup sugar 2 tbsp water 2 Sweetener, granular, packet (Sweet 'n Low suggested) 2 egg whites (use large eggs) 1/4 tsp cream of tartar 1/2 tsp vanilla extract 1 Combine the first 5 ingredients in top half of a double boiler. Beat at high speed for 1 minute. 2 Set top over simmering water in the bottom…

Congrats. Keep up the good work !

Thanks everyone for the encouragement. It's greatly appreciated. Bring on the next year !!

bump ! :flowerforyou:

If you like cottage cheese (low fat), try mixing it with fruit. I like mine with pineapple and strawberries. 1/2 cup of each. Low carb, and lots of fiber :smile: You can also add a slice of whole grain toast and still keep it low carb.

I found www.dlife.com with thousands of recipes for diabetics or if your looking for something low carb this would be a great site. It has the nutritional values listed as well. Janet

Hi Susan, Welcome from another fellow NHite ! You'll love this site, it is very imformative, and there is lost of support from all the other members. Do a lot of reading in the different forums. You can gain a lot of information. Don't be afraid to ask questions. There are many ppl that will be more than happy to help.…