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Snow in Nashville? Strange world we live in. Go ahead now. I've been told to dress for the current temperature +20 degrees but I personally need a bit more cover than that. You'll be walking quite a bit in the early weeks of C25K so you'll be able to shed layers if necessary without stopping. Check out this thread in the…

Leftover from some meeting, where they all touched it and that sick guy sneezed on it? Yuck - you don't want that. (you're welcome :happy: )

I've suffered from depression for my entire adult life. Meds work well but what really helps me is a good multi (i.e. Centrum). I don't know why but my doctor said she's seen this before. Now that I'm exercising I fnd that it also helps tremendously, possibly because I'm out doors and getting some much needed sun and fresh…

It's actually preferable. Current medical guidance is .8-1 gram of protein per pound of lean body mass. For women the average is 100-110 grams per day. Fat at 25-30% of calories and the balance in carbs. You can set your goals using the instructions in the roadmap. MFP starts with the standard USDA 2,000 calorie diet,…

The default macros are notoriously low in protein and high in carbs. You may want to reset them to something more appropriate for you. I keep an eye on saturated fat (doctor's orders) and protein as well as calories. The rest sorts itself out over the week. I do take a multi to fill in any gaps; I take an anti-acid med so…

Sounds delicious and very special. DD makes a similar salad with a dijon honey vinagrette that I just love. Will the kids go for this? If not, you might want to consider mac and cheese or similar for them (Skinny Taste has a great recipe). Would also be good for any non-fish eating adults.

Your metabolism will slow as you age - there's no way around it. And you won't ruin your metabolism but you will affect your overall health if you don't eat properly when you are young. Just for fun, calculate your BMR at different ages, or change the gender. It's surprising how much these factors change the results. If I…

Commit to change and it will happen. If hubby isn't on board there will need to be some conversation / negotiation. Remember that you can't change him but you can set a good example. It's almost grilling season; lean cuts grill well and adding marinades is an easy way to vary the flavor and tenderize the meat. Grill…

This isn't a study - it's an advertisement. Always consider the source. http://www.hollandclinic.com/About-the-Medical-Weight-Loss-Program-at-Holland-Clinic/exercise-weight-loss/exercise-may-not-improve-weight-loss

Awesome!!! I'll take it.

If you go over today make it up tomorrow. Just try to stay within your macros and calories for the week or three days (whichever is easier for you). And definitely revisit your calculations. If you are at a very low level of calories it's far to easy to go over. With a higher calorie level you will be able to have a treat…

I repeated day 1 three times - week 1 took seven tries. It does get better and you do learn as you go. From my advanced status as a W2D2 grad, I can tell you it gets easier. I'm also seeing changes in my body that are very positive - my waist is back! Keep it up and try to enjoy the process. Remember that this is a long…

http://startcooking.com/ Lots of videos and pictures for basic dishes. Start with eggs, scrambled with vegetables, meat or cheese. Boiling eggs is super easy and you then have portable protein. It is far less expensive to cook at home than to eat out or buy frozen meals. Much healthier too.

That's really awesome! Sounds like your future MIL is a keeper. Congrats!

There is no math in MFP and there really couldn't be. The FDA requires rounding so partial values don't appear. In most cases the rounding is upwards. Also, insoluble fiber is included in the carb grams but excluded from calories. For some foods this can cause a very significant difference. Did you have any fiber or energy…

You'll find it in tubs in the dairy section. It's very mild and usually eaten as is with or without fruit, like you would yogurt. http://www.bbc.co.uk/food/cottage_cheese

Well made Chinese food can definitely be healthy, Trouble is, that's not the things that are usually ordered. Consider steamed protein of your choice with vegetables, usually comes with sauce on the side. A huge order is under 400 calories. Brown rice is generally available for an additional charge or I pull some from the…

Um...it is about you, at least in part. If you enjoy making this dish then do so but if it's time consuming or expensive then I would think twice about it. Share the recipe with someone else and they can make it next time. There's no rule that says you can't also bring a salad or enjoy one at home before you go. Lots of…

We rarely have the same meal twice, but I always have on hand: sweet peppers - red, orange, or yellow various salad vegetables Greek yogurt, which is breakfast most days 1% cottage cheese edamame, usually frozen pods sweet potatoes chicken breasts and thighs pork chops or tenderloin when on BOGO You should start seeing…

Giving up isn't an answer. You haven't plateaued, you're just not losing as fast as you were before. Some weeks are like that. Take measurements and ignore the scale. Exercise changes your body composition so if you are new to working out your muscle and fluid levels could be increasing. Consider increasing your calories…

There isn't a ratio that fits everyone. Current research indicates that protein needs are based on your lean body mass (LBM) which is independent of your calorie level. It appears that your protein level is quite low, unless your cals are high. 600-800 daily burn is a lot. Are you positive of these numbers? I would…

Put all of the servings together on the scale to find the total weight of the casserole. Divide this by 9 and make your servings this size. In future, weigh the empty dish before you fill it so you have the tare value. It's not possible to go from cups to ounces, because one is volume and the other is weight.

When I was pregnant I drank orange juice blended with ice and non-fat powdered milk. Tastes like an orangesicle. Powdered milk does have lactose, so if that's your issue it may be best to avoid it. I also mixed the powdered milk into my decaf, like a latte. I was pushing calcium as well as protein. Best of luck on your…

Nothing is bad in moderation. But Nutella is very high in fat - 12g in just 2 tablespoons. You might try mixing it with plain Greek yogurt (1 part Nutella to 4 parts yogurt. You can get your chocolate fix and stretch your calories and macros.

There's a thread from earlier today, so if you don't get many responses don't take it personally. http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/933674-weekends?page=1#posts-14197835 It's Spring!! Get out and move - clean up the yard, go for a walk, etc. And plan ahead for dinners out. Whatever you do don't get up at 6am. That's…

Let's try to get back on topic. I would posit that "starvation mode" is a factor of nutrition, which is not the same as calorie level. A person eating nothing but Ramen noodles, for example, could eat maintenance calories but gain weight. The body responds to the lack of adequate nutrion by storing what it is being given.…

Search the boards for "restaurants". You'll find lots of tips. Tops among them: Plan ahead by checking the menus online; most chains will have their nutritional info on their website. When asked where you'd like to go, have a few options that you feel comfortable with. Avoid the bread basket, chips, etc. unless you have…

Of course it is. Your body will take time to adjust to a higher calorie level but you'll be the better for it. It's also much easier to stay on track 7 days a week if you have a higher calorie bank. Stay off the scale for a while and judge your success by your clothing and the mirror. Consider taking measurements as well…

Yes, you should be eating back your exercise calories. Working out will build/retain muscle and strengthen your organs but isn't really about weight loss. Your scale says you gained six pounds, but how do your clothes fit? That's a lot, even for water weight, so maybe the scale is just playing with your head. It might help…

^^ This. You're a grown up. If you want to do the 5-2 diet you'll need to eat veggies for the fiber and nutrients (no, you can't get all of them from a pill). Second the recommendation to add marinara, salsa, etc. to enhance the flavor. Grill or roast them, which changes the flavor and enhances the natural sweetness.…