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The fats, frequently included with protein, are adding the extra calories. Skip the nuts. Pick fat free meats. Try white turkey meat, boneless chicken breasts, tuna packed in water.

My dad is dying of COPD in front of my eyes. Warnings about smoking are NOT in the same class with artificial sweeteners.

I’m going to try that Mejadra. I’ll use my Actifry for the crisp onions.

A critique of this study. https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/drinking-diet-soda-raise-risk-stroke-2017073112109

Is it this study? 2017 https://www.ahajournals.org/doi/full/10.1161/strokeaha.116.016027

How about adding a quarter teaspoon vanilla?

I love restoration videos. https://youtu.be/ev0ZW2CyDMw

I have myself one of these. https://www.walmart.com/ip/Grosche-Zweissen-Ceramica-Sharpening-Steel/39891435 It only takes a few swipes to hone my blades again.

Start with your protein base and have a go-to recipe for each one. This is my favourite way to eat tofu. https://pin.it/pfmyf32rc4bgc2 If you allow dairy this is awesome for chickpeas. https://pin.it/ss7jteidwhxe4z Spicy black bean soup. https://pin.it/a5zm3qcnbh7yu2 As for weight loss, it’s not about what you eat as how…

Was spaghetti squash mentioned? Try this for couscous or quinoa (which I use interchangeably). https://www.tasteofhome.com/recipes/seasoned-couscous/

Every moment of every day is a fresh chance. Break down your goals in to manageable pieces. Maybe this week log all your breakfasts and put away the clothes on the treadmill. Next week, use the treadmill a couple times.

You are starting with a false premise. There’s nothing inherently wrong with processed foods. You have likely added twenty years to your lifespan and twenty points to your IQ because of food processing. I’ll explain. Two large vegetarian species today are the gorilla and the Panda. Because of their limited diet they must…

I eat two slices. Here are some ideas. Diarize your feelings after a meal, after the cravings have subsided. I realized I felt a lot better with no more than two slices. Eat slower. Try cutting the portion in to one inch squares and take your time eating each one. Absorb yourself in the luxurious sensations that are eating…

Oops. My brain went down the road of parsley, sage, rosemary and thyme.

If you want a low fat salad dressing the secret ingredient is xanthan gum. https://whats4chow.com/2016/06/24/the-real-secret-to-amazing-salad-dressings-xanthan-gum-the-thickener-of-the-future/ Personally I’d make a regular vinaigrette and limit myself to a teaspoon.…

There’s a glut of couples wanting a baby for adoption. There’s a glut of children in the foster care system who would love a chance in a loving adoptive home. My first thought was that an obese parent would have a tough time chasing after a toddler. Or taking them to the park. So for baby adoption I figure the screeners…

I refused to follow a commercial link to this product. It looks like another version of Soylent. https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Huel

A Buddhist tip I just learned is that the endless reflection on what I could have done doesn’t help. By reflecting on the incident I have essentially invited those bullies to live in my brain. Truly, madame turtleneck and her snide partner can go take a dive in to a deep snow bank. I suggest if you run in to an incident…

Lifting is for muscles. As for generic women’s supplements, take Folic Acid if you are of childbearing age, and Black Cohosh if you are menopausal.

As long as it’s at least once a week and you aren’t in pain I suggest modifying your diet until you find your sweet spot. I think it is a good goal to go at least every other day. Foods to try: Popcorn with butter White bread Cut out beans Add at least a teaspoon oil like olive oil to your veggies

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It depends on how hot it is where you live. If you sweat a lot you need more salt. Do you have high blood pressure? Then your doctor might ask you to reduce your salt intake.

The good news is that there is no best plan. The life changes you can sustain are the ones that will lead you to success. Whatever plan you use you must sustain a modest deficit. By weighing and logging your food you will learn what portions will keep you at your goal. My toughest challenge is to stay consistent week to…

Upthread I saw a protest that hummus is full of oil. I agree, which makes it so satiating. It also has protein and fiber. Also on the fatty end of the scale are peanut butter, dressings and cheese. As a diabetic I do much better with a small snack which is a balance of all three macros. This could be: Cheese and crackers…

@jurranna start by entering your statistics and your goals in to the app. I suggest a goal to lose no more than 1.5 pounds a week.

Do they fall apart? Add another egg and a couple more tablespoons flour. Are they bitter? Use a higher quality protein powder. For flavour try Torani sugar free syrups. Add a couple tablespoons of flour to this recipe so it holds together properly. https://pin.it/4oqjajqb2b4zrl

On caffeine deprived brain I had to look up WOE. In this context, it’s not the Working On Excellence. Other than pickles, ketchup and the like, how can processed foods be any more acidic than any other? The three top preservatives before widespread refrigeration were salt, sugar, and vinegar. That’s why so many vintage…

I refuse to use low fat margarine. It does not melt in to toast; it soggifies toast.

I try and keep to a 100 to 150 calorie snack that has a mix of protein, fat, and carbs in it. Another requirement is that it be portable and not need refrigeration. I keep a snack in my purse for emergencies. Here are some of my top picks. - cheese and crackers - Edamame - Half a protein bar - Muscle Milk - Single serving…

Welcome back @kaned_ferret. It looks like it was a bigger issue than you hoped and my sympathies. It was thoughtful to come back and give an update. At the very least I hope it inspires others to get unusual aches and pains professionally checked.