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If I follow the 1200 calories, what is the breakup for breakfast, lunch, dinner and snack or is it just to meet the 1200 totals? Karen.

I love Tzatziki......I make it on Sunday and use it as a spread on sandwiches instead of mayo and as a salad dressing. Traditionally it has grated cucumber but often I leave this out as I put sliced cucumber on my sandwich (as well as grated carrot), or put cucumber in my salad. My Tzatziki has greek yogurt, chopped mint,…

I have had a few although, honestly none have kicked me into gear long term. I am 42, weigh 188, size 16-18 depending. My worst experience was about 7 years ago, when I was doing my job as a salesperson for newspaper advertising and I was in one local shop, waiting for the owner. A dear, elderly male friend spotted me,…

From the South Beach Diet Book 8 spears fresh asparagus, cooked (or use tinned) Lite Cooking Spray 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil 1/2 red onion 50 grams (2 oz) sun dried tomatoes 50 grams (2 oz) smoked salmon or trout 2 eggs 50 ml (2 oz) water 3 tablespoons skimmed powdered milk 1/4 teaspoon chopped fresh marjoram or…

From The South Beach Diet Book 300 grams (10 oz) frozen chopped spinach, thawed 3 eggs 100 grams (4 oz) grated reduced fat cheese 50 grams (2 oz) finely chopped green peppers (capsicum) 50 grams (2 oz) finely chopped onions 3 drops Tobasco sauce, optional Squeeze and drain off as much liquid from the thawed spinach as you…

From The South Beach Diet Book 2 packets (10 oz/300 grams each) frozen spinach, thawed 2 small shallots (green onions), finely chopped 1 clove garlic, finely chopped 60 grams (3 oz) low fat sour cream 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon coarsely ground black pepper In a frying pan, heat the spinach over medium heat for about 5…

From The South Beach Diet Book 4 medium zucchini, sliced lengthwise into ribbons 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes Bring a pot of water to the boil. Add the zucchini slices and cook for 30 to 60 seconds or until just…

Can anyone recommend a cook book of high protein, lower carb recipes? I found a few tasty ones in The South Beach Diet. Karen. ps......I have been updating the database with the nutritional data of foods I regularly buy at the grocery store...today added Woolworths Home Brand Asparagus Spears and Baked Beans. Thank you to…

I put the recipe on the database for everyone to use. I hope all the totals are accurate. Home Made Mexican Chicken Layer Bake One serving is 1 cup Calories 324 Sodium 541 mg Total Fat 14 g Saturated8 g Polyunsaturated 1 g Monounsaturated 4 g Protein 31 g Total Carbs18 g Dietary Fiber 3 g Potassium 475 mg

thank you Cassia. I wish I had done that earlier today.....I just don't know why I get such cravings for the carbs....

Well, I did today what I hoped I would not do...I ate continuously and it isn't even dinner time yet. I am home sick with a cold. I kept myself busy, washing all the bedding, towels etc, reading the posts on this site and even chatting with some friends. But..... I ate and ate and ate....two pieces of toast with peanut…

Mexican Chicken Layer Bake Saute 2 cubed chicken breasts in a little olive oil. Add 1 jar of Chunky Tomato Salsa and bring to a simmer for 3 minutes. Combine 1 cup cooked rice with 1 tin red kidney beans which have been drained, plus some chopped cilantro (coriander). Press into bottom of baking dish. Sprinkle over about 1…

I find topics on this website interesting and informative http://curezone.com/diet/

I like you, need a personal challenge (food, not exercise based). I used to be the leader in TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) and we regularly had games, challenges etc. It is harder when you are online though. I would like an online buddy who has similar goals as me, issues etc. I am 42, weigh 188 pounds, 5'7, married 22…

I am home sick today with a wicked cold and strange itchy red bumps on my lower back. I do not lose my appetite, but almost seem to get a bigger one. I will keep viewing the posts here to keep distracted but if you have any suggestions when stuck at home I would love it....It is my week 3 weigh in Monday and this has been…

Welcome to this site. You say you want to lose weight the right way....what is going to be the right way for you? We all love to see what ideas our fellow members have. Karen

I am watching Oprah right now (home sick today) and it is the Bob Green's Best Life Diet...makes sense of course and we have all heard it before. Is anyone following that program? Karen

I bought the tea at a local chinese store but don't care for the taste....might have to try again

I have to ask what you did...any specifics you can offer would help Karen

Also http://www.thedailyplate.com/nutrition-calories/food/blimpie/turkey-sub-6-inch I just type in what I am looking for in Google. For example, Blimpies 6 inch turkey sub calories and it brings up a few sites Karen.

I don't normally watch the biggest loser but last night I caught the part where each member had to climb up a hill wearing a backpack loaded with the amount of weight they had lost...what an emotional thrill and a sad reality. Each one swore they would never go back. I think it is a good thing for us all to do, whether 5…

I am from Powell River BC, but live in Australia 6 years now

You might enjoy a nice cup-a-soup...there are lots of lower calorie soups that satisfy the hunger pangs. karen

You are right. I did enjoy my walk yesterday. I bought myself a set of those workout bands with handles...they stayed in the bag all weekend :( I have no excuses. I will do as you suggest and exercise...I will see good results next week. Thank you so much, Karen

Thank you for your comments.....actually, Aunt Karen, I think the biggest issue is that I don't feel physically well these past two weeks. I have had tests done that have come up clear but I feel like I am falling apart. It is making me feel depressed. I wondered if my body was detoxing possibly? Well, I have to go to work…

Hi everyone....well it was my week two weigh in today. I lost 2 pounds (2nd week on MFP). I should be happy right but for some reason I seem sad and disappointed. I worked very hard to lose this week and really hoped for about 4 to 5 pounds as I know my calorie intake is a lot less than in previous weeks and months and I…

How much sodium is recommended? Karen.

Monday is my weigh in for week two...I stayed the same week one...I really want to show a loss (Tuesday will be my 42nd birthday). I have done really well all week, but today, Saturday I cannot get food off my mind. I have eaten fairly well but find the urge to snack overwhelming. I am not sure if maybe my food choices are…

I make 2 cups on Sunday using the steel cut oats, apple juice instead of water, cinnamon and raisins. I eat half a cup for breakfast during the week, sometimes cold, sometimes heated up. No need for sugar and butter and milk because this is so flavourful. Karen.

I wanted to ask, for foods that have already been entered in the system, like Scrambled eggs, do they take in account butter or margarine they may have been cooked in? Karen.