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can't people learn to be positive towards others' fitness journey, even if it's not their cup of tea?

Been going to a LA Fitness (Signature) that's $45/mo with towel service for a few years. It's more upscale than the typical LA Fitness clubs in SoCal. Also recently joined a brand new private executive fitness center close to work for $150/mo that's much smaller but includes unlimited group fitness classes (HIIT, spin,…

Yes according to OC Register & me :) http://www.ocregister.com/sections/bestoforangecounty/list/?catId=25143&catName=Doughnut%20Shop Sidecar #1 Donuttery #3

Best donuts in SoCal is Sidecar in Costa Mesa Similar to donuts, no visit to Oahu is complete without stopping by Leonard's Bakery for their malasadas.

It's a matter of semantics and context. Yes, a calorie is a calorie and just means a unit of energy. In layman's terms, I consume food and beverages, not calories, not energy. So I personally have a hard time not critiquing a calorie without judging the food it comes with, if that makes sense. Then again, that too may be…

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I get that. But does every food/drink of equal calorie count have the same impact on your body? Of course not. Some can cause bloating, inflammation, etc. In addition to monitoring daily caloric input, people should also try to better understand the impact of certain foods on their bodies. Which goes back to the OP's…

What I'm trying to illustrate with such an outrageous comparison is that saying a calorie is just a calorie as long as IIFYM can be awfully deceiving. I tend to believe that how one gets to their arbitrary caloric goal (be it 1,200 or 2,000) matters.

How on earth is that a comparison? It's effen 50 calories contrasted against another 50 calories? DUH!!! If you really believe 12 cans of diet coke can only constitute 2.5% of person's normal daily calorie intake, then you must be a happy sucker.

I used to think that a calorie is just a calorie, and that the quality didn't matter if you just focused on weight loss. But I'm not so sure anymore. For instance, a can of diet coke says its only 4 calories. So you're telling me drinking a case of that will impact your weight about the same as say a single serving (2…

I enjoy juices on a regular basis to supplement my nutritional needs. At home I go through a wide variety of veggies and still get most of the fiber benefit from using a NutriBullet. I'll also buy green juices from Whole Foods, Nekter that's gone through a centrifugal juicer. One advice column on juicing that I found very…

Why do people keep mentioning that she may be building muscle instead? Is it some auto response posters here default to? She believes she's at a caloric deficit, and nowhere does she mention that she does resistance training: "For exercise I walk 3 miles 4x a week and some stretching here and there on days I'm not…

Just a HRM for me. Other devices seem like trendy gimmicks for now, but there's no hating from me if it helps get you moving, : http://finance.yahoo.com/news/fitness-bands-slick-marketing-suspect-150047229.html;_ylt=A0SO8zb9FGBT2UgAOcRXNyoA;_ylu=X3oDMTB0czkwa3JmBHNlYwNzYwRjb2xvA2dxMQR2dGlkA01BUDAwNV8x

I used to consume it daily after resistance training. Only take it occasionally now just to get rid of what's left in the Optimum Nutrition tub. Reasons: (1) I eat better now, (2) they're a big waste of money if I follow #1, and (3) potential health risks.…

Stop reading MFP boards. LOL. There's some good advice sprinkled within tons of nonsense, noise and varying topics that may distract you from the basic MFP approach that works, which is watch what you eat (i.e. consume less) and move more. Yes, it is that simple. No need to over-complicate it.

Saying it's fine to go over on protein is one thing. But to suggest that one actually NEEDS more... The following linked article may seem too alarmist for most here, but it may help temper the overwhelmingly pro-protein bias too often displayed here on MFP boards:…

I'm sort of in the same boat as you as I'm now striving to get the majority of my daily protein needs met from vegetable sources rather than animal sources. I've found consuming a wide variety of dark green vegetables, legumes, nuts and grains to help me the most in getting all the essential amino acids in order to retain…

It's pretty scary how much general opinion gets pushed around here in these MFP forums as though it were matter of fact: "MFP recommends far too little protein" "too much protein is not an issue" "The default protein settings on MFP are very very low. Going over is a good thing" "MFP guidelines for protein are too low" "I…

If one were to contemplate the topic of veganism seriously, it is a viewpoint/lifestyle that is intuitively more insightful, conscientious, sensitive and humane than the general norm in regards to food sources and consideration of animals. Thus, some vegans, not all, would lean towards being smug, condescending towards the…

I think you're missing the point of nutrients while trying to bring up the subject of essentials. If you look at the linked chart, you'll see that in general, vegetables (essentially carbs) provide a greater amount of nutrients per calorie than say meat (animal protein):…

OP Q: Why do people get so provoked by vegans? I'm not sure but I see tons of juvenile postings by both vegans and non-vegans on this thread. If you have no interest in veganism, why bother posting here unless you enjoy trolling. As to the OP's Q, my guess is that the general public is seldomly provoked by a vegan's…

Tried them all. Perfect Foods Bars are the best tasting. You'll find them in the refrigerated section of specialty food stores.

Although I tend to agree with the majority here, I don't like to deal in absolute phrases. Spot reduction MAY be possible provided certain circumstances: http://www.t-nation.com/free_online_article/most_recent/spot_reduction_is_real_heres_how_to_do_it For the vast majority, it's better to focus on lowering overall body fat…

Open Sesame is great. Haven't been there in a long time though. Not exactly "healthy" so some menu discretion is warranted. There's a Veggie Grill in Long Beach (http://www.veggiegrill.com/visitus.html). Luv their All Hail Kale salad with blackened tempeh. It's like veggie candy for me ;-)

Here's an interesting post from earlier today that includes an article that includes the topic of metabolism. It is pretty interesting reading. http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/691435-very-interesting-research-on-weight-loss-rate

I like cashew milk the best. Easy 2 DIY.

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Agreed. Everyone's different with unique medical conditions, and there's more than one route to a fit, healthy body. I don't have any serious medical issues so I find the "everything in moderation" and not restricting anything, along with exercise, to be my preferred method to a healthy and fit lifestyle. I think…

Very possible. Just exercise moderation (portion control) and strive for balance/variety. There are plenty of slim people all over the globe who just gotta have bread (French), starch (Irish), rice (Asians), or other carbs on a daily basis. Unless you have gluten issues (celiac), there's very little reason to avoid carbs.…

Yay! I'll sign up for that. Moderation, balance and diversity is what I strive for as well. It reminds me of Parisians who still enjoy their bread, wine, foods heavy with sauces and delightful desserts. They're not deprived nor are many obese. They just don't overindulge or binge. Many also walk a lot to get anywhere. Same…