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In general, it's probably best to not follow an eating plan that uses magic interchangeably with thermodynamics.

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If you are into thicker textures blend your protein shakes with cottage cheese and a bit of instant pudding powder. You'll get the texture without the bananas. Half a cup of regular cottage cheese will add 100 calories and and 13 to 14 grams of protein. This is an easy recipe. If you are not a chocolate person just use a…

Here is a list of some foods that have a higher protein to calorie ratio. Game meats, goat and sheep's milk products are worth looking into as well as most green veg. Turkey and chicken breast - 30g per 3.5 ounces Tuna, Halibut and Salmon - 26g per 3.5 ounces Fat free and low fat cheese - 5 to 10g per 1 ounce Pork loin…

Your partner has to commit to gaining weight. It won't happen until he is serious about it. This is no different than pursuing weight loss. If he is ready there are some simple high calorie snacks that he can have mid-morning and evenings. 1 large slice of toast, 2 tbsp. of regular peanut butter = 300 cal mix full fat…

^^^^This^^^^ There is a difference between lack of education and implying that a woman is masculine because of her weight. Catty is catty. You don't need to excuse adults from using basic reasoning. People who differ in height by half a foot will have very different healthy weight ranges. Anyone who completed a middle…

Some of the answers depend on how you train. If you are doing heavy compound lifts the conventional wisdom is that training to failure is significantly more dangerous and taxing to the human body than going to failure on isolation lifts. If you are lifting at high rep weights the answer is going to be somewhat dependent on…

Ummm...yeah...this is not going to end well.

This is a nice bedtime treat. Black Forest Protein Pudding/Sludge 6.5 grams (1 teaspoon) - cocoa powder 15 grams (half scoop) - chocolate casein powder 87.5 grams (half serving) - 0% plain greek yogurt (I like krema) 37 grams (1/3 cup) - frozen cherries Mix well and refrigerate for 30 minutes to an hour. Calories: 157…

Brett, I almost never enter these types of threads, because the "myopia" is too strong and that is time could be spending watching paint dry or something. However, in this case as a non-parent who has worked with children, I'm chiming in to support you and the other parents trying to get through the perfect world fallacies…

It takes courage to put yourself out here and say, "I'm not getting it right." Please be proud of yourself for taking the first steps to change. On another note, therapy may be intense, but it sounds like you feel that the cycle you are in is too intense. You are overexercising, planning a wedding and have legitimate…

PB and J Protein Smoothie 2 tbsp PB2 w/ chocolate 1/3 cup frozen raspberries 1/3 cup frozen blueberries 1/3 cup frozen dark cherries 1/4 cup 1% cottage cheese 1 scoop vanilla casein powder 3/4 unsweetened almond milk 1/4 cup ice Blend and enjoy This comes in with about 35 to 40g protein and 320 calories. If made without…

Generally these products are not great for your body or wallet. You can get fiber from veggies and fruit. A good pile of leafy green veg and adequate water on the daily basis will keep you regular under most circumstances. If regularity is a concern for you, why not add more veg and get up to your calorie goal. You are…

You look wonderful and your pictures just shine. Here's hoping you are feeling as happy and healthy as you look! Cheers to you :drinker:

Another vote for Road Runner. They really are that good. They'll put you right on the treadmill in store and work with you on the spot if there is one in your area :drinker: http://www.roadrunnersports.com/retail

Umm...that sounds like a question for a registered dietician. Reducing carbs and protein seems dramatic for the average person, including those living with diabetes. It just does not sound sustainable.

If your mother has been prescribed anticoagulnts in the warfarin family, then foods rich in vitamin k, (like leafy greens), can reduce the effectiveness of her medication. This is very important. If need be, try to get your mother's consent and speak directly to her GP about any anticoagulant issues. A history of aneurysm…

If you are interested in getting more protein directly from food, try adding low fat cottage cheese, almond milk and vanilla to your favorite fruit smoothie recipe. Try fitting Greek yogurt into sauces and dressings. Tuna in water and egg whites can give you a good protein boost for a lower calorie count if that is a…

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If you are trying to get more protein from food, the following are good sources: turkey breasts chicken breasts salmon tuna cottage cheese lean pork lean beef edamame/tofu legumes (other than peanuts) pumpkin/squash seeds (pepitas) Mixing up a salad base of 1 can of tuna in water and 1/4 cup of cottage cheese will get you…

1 scoop vanilla whey powder 1/2 unsweetened almond milk 1/4 cup 1% cottage cheese 1/4 cup pumpkin puree, packed 1 tbsp. cocoa powder few drops almond extract few drops coconut extract Blended until smooth. Added to iced coffee.

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:drinker: Cheers to you for making some very positive first steps!

Positive attitude + self awareness + a reasonable plan = already beautiful! Best of luck moving forward and don't forget to pamper your feet a little if you are going to be walking daily. A good pair of walking shoes and a foot bath of epsom salts are 2 easy helpful things you can do for yourself while you are…

If you have lost a reasonable amount of weight, then why "fix" what is not broken? Keep playing the long game and don't introduce potential yo-yo dieting to a regime that is yielding results. Real food is getting you where you want to be, so keep eating and use shakes as supplements when you are short on time or a…

Cheers :drinker: Thanks for taking your time yo inspire the rest of us :flowerforyou:

If you are a shake person.... 1 scoop vanilla protein powder (I use Optimum Nutrition) 1 tbsp. unsweetened cocoa powder 1/2 cup milk of choice (I use almond or coconut) Couple drops of vanilla or almond extract Shake it up. Grab an iced coffee and mix. Tastes like an iced mocha and provides about 25g protein for 140 to 160…

Here's hoping that you feel as amazing as you look :drinker:

Love the honesty of the photos and the attitude you are rocking! Stay true to yourself, it's all about you.