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Could have been the first stages of aging. Had you scraped the outer "slime" off, the smell and taste might have gone as well, and you would have had a more tender, flavorful aged beef. Wiki aged beef, both dry and wet, and see if that was the case. If so, you are still supposed to scrape off the greenish bacteria before…
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This sounds fantastic. Thanks.
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Strawberry shortcake. Yes, this is actually healthy, if you get the spongecake desert cups. Get light whipped topping or whipped cream, and it's only about 150 cals for a good sweet treat. Plus you get Vit C, fiber, some protein and calcium if you use real whipped cream.
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Don't stress over it. If you've established some new good habits, let the habit run, but enjoy yourself otherwise. If you stress over the daily food and log, you won't enjoy yourself as much, and in the end, you may resent the whole lifestyle change. Be smart, without worrying too much. Even if you gain a pound or two, the…
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Based on cutting these into 8 bars, here's what I got for numbers (different powders will yield different numbers, but close): Per Serving: 347 cals 33g fat 17g carbs 18g protein 7g fiber 48mg sodium A meal of one 4 oz can of tuna, with 2 slices of protein enriched whole grain bread will be cheaper on cals, and higher on…
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My fav way; season with some Montreal Chciken seasoning, some honey (not a lot) and some bbq sauce. Bake at 350 for about 30-45 mins, depending on thickness. Cook to about 150-160 degrees
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1 word for that burger...TRANSFAT Seriously, all else being equal, and you coming in below goal, the burger is loaded with transfat. Just something to consider. I know my fast food excursions have it, andI am aware of it when I order, but I also monitor transfats throughout the week/month.
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Depending on the grill temp, around 1 hr. Sweet potatoes bake @ 350-400 for that long in the oven. Another good idea; 93/7 ground beef, chop fine (like bread crumbs) some mushrooms and onions. Add favorite seasoning to this mixture, maybe some worcestershire or steak sauce, then blend all of t into the burgers. A 6 oz…
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And, at least the 20-something said "big guy" and not "old guy"...lol
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There ya go! Baby steps, of course, but glad that there s a plan for those cigs as well. :)
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Awesome! Great Job
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I beg to differ about bike shops, as a stereotype. Yes, there are ones who are jerks, but there are also those who want your full business, and cater to the everyday rider as well as the family-ride-around-the-block folks. The one thing you will get from a bike shop you won't get from D i ck's, Target, SAMS, or Sports…
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Nice legs. But who's cigs? Hope the total health transformation will eventually help you off them. Anyway, good job, and again...nice legs.
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spinach and sweet butter lettuce. I get the pre-packed bags, and each bag is 2 servings...seriously. And they are only like 40-50 cals for all that. Spritz them with some balsamic vinegar or lemon juice and seasonings, and you'll be full. Another idea; comes in at 100-110 cals. PictSweet brand edamame in the single serve…
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I think I may have posted it before. Right before my ex-wife and I split up, our marriage was rocky. One of the things she said to me near the end was "I don't even want to get counseling now. You've gotten fat, and it disgusts me to even look at you. I couldn't be attracted to you even if we worked it out." Of course, she…
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Can't say I've completely eliminated it, because I know some of the foods I buy (mainly breads) have some in it. I have made conscious efforts to not consume it like I had in the past (no sodas, more natural breads, more fresh produce and raw meats...), and I don't miss it. If I crave, and mean really crave, a soda, I look…
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from the horses mouth...I have lost approx 45 lbs in the last 5 1/2 months. I don't pay much attention to sodium for a number of reasons; 1) I live in Florida where we sweat tons, 2) I drink more than 100 oz/day of non-caffeinated liquids, and 3) my BP just yesterday was 118/70. Sodium is not the sole factor in BP issues.…
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Sounds exactly like my weekend, although, I did have a couple of high activity days to help offset it. Luckily, only added a pound to the scale this morning.
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Good job! I know how you feel. Had some dental work done yesterday, was in a little pain from that, but my dog kept sitting by his leash, begging to go for our workout walk. I finally relented and took him. Actually felt good, even if it was a shortened workout due to pain.
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Great Job! It has a lot to do with the lifestyle. Take that great experience back home with you, and keep it up. I spent 9 yrs in Europe, and the first 4 yrs I gained, because I lived the American way, while eating the German/Italian way. Once I figured out why, I lost and went back to a normal, healthy weight.
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I'm around 190, and my lifestyle is set to sedentary. Maintenance calories for me are 2200, so it shouldn't be much more for "lightly active". Even at current weight, 2 hrs of moderate biking is only about 1500 cals. So, I can't see him needing more than 4000 a day, if in maintenance mode.
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Depends on how the Vitamin A was obtained..via veggies/beta-carotene, or via processed means (vitamin supplements). If it was beta-carotene, don't sweat it, because the body will only extract the vitamin A it needs, and no more, from the beta-carotene. There is a lot of info on med sites regarding this issue.
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Keep in mind, MFP logs all sugars, whether from processed table sugar or naturally occuring in fruits and veggies. If you scan your diary, and eliminate the sugars from fruits and veggies, then look at the difference, you might be surprised at how low you are in that category. Unfortunately, you have to differentiate the…
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Ranch dry mix with1 pint plain, fat-free greek yogurt. Makes about 15 2-tbsp servings. Each serving is only 23 cals, but also has 3g of protein.
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Outstanding! Better than mine, even when I was cycling regularly (56/bpm rhr). Now, I'm a little less active, little heavier, but keep it in the low 60's. Did you test your BP at the same time? Gotta make sure you have good BP even with a low HR. If both are low, it could be trouble, if HR is normal, then you have a…
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As far as sugar content, that's true. However, honey is a low GI food, which means it releases slower, and doesn't spike blood sugar levels like corn syrup or table sugars.
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One thing to remember. Both Clif and Luna bars were originally designed with endurance athletes in mind. Thus the sugary aspect is high to give them a sudden burst of energy, as well as a sustained rush from the complex carbs and proteins. Snickers makes the"Marathon" bar that has a bit higher protein punch (12-13g), for…
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Beer snob here as well. All my co-workers drink Natural Light, while I drink good beer. Pizza Pretzels My beloved Mt Dew (Haven't had one in almost 4 months, though)
