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Interesting, I never would have considered it to be too high! I was looking to lose about 1 pound per week so I went closer to the 500 side but maybe I should consider going to half pound a week. To be clear I am not setting MFP to lose 1 lb per week and then adding another 500 cals on top of that. I use MFP to add in the…

I don't believe my food choices are "bad" so to speak. I try to avoid processed foods and added sugars, I am eating plenty of vegetables and fruits, etc. But I do think I am just not eating a balanced enough meal at lunch time with regards to protein. I might have a huge salad but only a little protein on top of it, etc. I…

I don't think I'm more active NOW than I was last year. Recalling my daily caloric burn from last summer it was close to what it is right now. In the time period between then and now, however, I WAS significantly more active. From about October (when I went off of MFP) to about three weeks ago (when I got back on) I was…

I think that if you are becoming obsessive to the point where it is all you can think about, that might be a little red flag. You do not have an eating disorder from what I understand, but you are experiencing disordered eating thoughts and patterns. For me, this meant I was putting all my energy into weight loss because I…

This makes me want to laugh and cry at the same time. Seriously, those people at Whole30 ruined my brain for years. They had me believing I was some kind of moral degenerate when I ate bread. Damn them!

I'm setting several smaller goals for myself right now, with breaks in between, because I want to learn how to maintain my weight. I am always either gaining or losing. My idea is, once I hit 10 lbs lost, I will take a break for the summer, and then start again fall, break at Christmas, start in the new year. The hope is…

Thanks yall! Making me feel so much better. Bring on the late night tacos :smile: I have been trying to focus on higher protein meals just because they keep me fuller longer (particularly during long shifts) but I feel so much better not having entire food groups marked as EVIL. It just made me feel so mentally and…

Weight fluctuates quite a bit from day to day or even hour to hour! You could be retaining water from eating something salty, you could be a bit constipated....if it continues for another week after your rapid weight loss I would consider that you may need to eat fewer calories - your body mass has decreased so therefore…

I have also always been challenged with exercise - I never enjoyed running or biking, so I never stuck to it. I do yoga from time to time, but not a ton. However I came here to mention that if you like yoga, you will probably also like barre and pilates. They rely on that mind-body connection but with a little more toning…

I work my butt off in class. I am sweating and heart is pounding during the warm up, the thigh and seat work, and parts of abs. Maybe not 300-500, but definitely more than 170-180.

Paleo diets transition our body to burn fat for energy rather than carbs. Its why people on a paleo diet often lose fat quickly. I am having some other digestive issues that are precluding me from losing fat, but its pretty typical for people without significant digestive disorders to quickly lose belly fat when they…

You should increase your fat intake! Fat adds calories and is the primary source of energy for us primal types trying to avoid carbs. Use avocados, eggs, and healthy oils to add fat to all of your meals. Try coconut oil, walnut oil, etc. Try infused olive oils - I have some beautiful chipotle infused oil, saffron infused…

I usually say some version of the following... 1. I have not cut out any foods that are necessary for healthy human survival. (This is in response to those people that say, "its not healthy to eliminate entire food groups") 2. I feel better/sleep better/look better/have more energy/digest better/insert a million reasons…

Hi Nico, Here are a couple recipes you might enjoy. Chicken or turkey salad Chop up chicken or turkey (I use a half pound of deli meat, but you could get raw and boil and shred it, if you prefer). Mash up an avocado and add to chicken. Throw in chopped celery, sliced cherry tomatoes, a handful of sunflower seeds or toasted…

Hi there! My name is Emily and I am 24. I took a ton of antibiotics (four different courses over a four week period) in the first months of the year. I have always eaten too much sugar/carbs in my life but I think the antibiotics tipped the scale, so to speak, and I started experiencing candida symptoms (gas, bloating,…

Cider vinegar is good but distilled white vinegar is not. The vinegar tastes awful so I got apple cider vinegar pills. So much easier though more expensive.

For me the problem is both digestive and vaginal. I don't have any allergies. I have taken diflucan and it did nothing. This was my last resort and I feel I have no other options. I would love to hear more though....

Hi there. After a super strong course of antibiotics I also have candida. Its really awful!!! I feel your pain. But I am trying to use the candida diet as a jump starter for losing some weight! How is it going for you? I am currently taking the following - Renew Life critical care probiotic -…