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I gave up gluten and saw a dramatic improvement in my migraines. I began getting more migraines as I got older. I am 27 now and after college they seemed to get worse and worse. I gave up gluten when I went Paleo and the migraines improving was an unexpected side effect. I hope you get some relief!

I take the NatureMade and have had no issues with burping. I second freezing the pills, it helps preserve the oil. I also take one pill with breakfast and one with lunch. It helps with heartburn, which has become an issue for me. Good luck!

I would consider adding some shoulder work into your gym sessions. This should help develop some muscle and change the 'bony' look. Weights are also an excellent way to decrease overall body fat. Try something new for a few weeks and see what happens!

I think the key factor with coffee is the amount of sugar and milk/creamer involved. Black coffee, in reasonable amounts, can be very beneficial to your health and overall performance. With black coffee, you are getting a good amount of the antioxidants with no calories or fat. I would just make sure you drink plenty of…

I have not experienced this while running, but have had calf cramps and charlie horses after running. I see this as a sign I need to step up my nutrition and water intake. Perhaps some more potassium (bananas and potatoes) and water could help. Also, taking an pain reliever before a run can also help with cramps. The pain…

My protein goal is one gram of protein for each pound of body weight. So that is 150 grams for me. I have been been doing this for the last 5 months. I feel satisfied and energized. I tend to be lower on the carbs, but not on purpose. I enjoy it!

While I respect the SEC diet, the ACC diet fits my life style much better! University of Louisville is my team! Open against Miami (rematch of last year's bowl game) Monday night, Sept 1st. And we have November 30th, in Louisville, against FSU. It could get interesting! Just so glad football is back :) As for tailgate…

I have also self diagnosed with a gluten allergy and feel it has changed my life. I do not need a doctor to tell my that me and gluten do not get along. But if you want to add wheat back, then go for it and just see how you look, feel and perform. Let that be your guide. Have you thought about weight lifting? It could help…

Check out this article by BodyBuilding.com: http://www.bodybuilding.com/fun/hiit-can-get-you-huge-especially-if-you-are-meathead.html ... I know you are not a meathead :) but this shows how you can make gains while doing cardio. Their site also has some awesome "fat-blasting" workouts. Fitlb.com is my go-to tabata time. I…

Can you get a slow cooker?? So many ways to cook chicken that way!

First- eating fat does not directly lead to body fat. Everything we eat is processed by the body is different ways. Excess sugar and carbs are converted into body fat and stored because it cannot be used. Keep the carbs, sugar (aka calories) at a moderate level and you can stop and reverse this. Good fat is fat from…

Avoid everything in a box :) Anything with an ingredient that you have no clue what it is. Quaility meats, fruits and veggies :)

I am in! 80 miles in two months (roughly 60 days) .... 1.3 miles a day or 10 miles a week.... We can do this!

I go through the same thing on game day. I am University of Louisville fan. For me, as long as I am on track the next day, my weight does not flux. The morning after the game my weight is up. However, after a day of being back on track the weight goes back down. I have found also that the first day back on your eating plan…

Certified Public Accountant at the local utility company. My ultimate goal is to be a stay-at-home-person, where I would do charity work, workout, cook amazing healthy food and go back to school. I would study as many things as I could; writing, econ, finance, exercise therapy, nutrition, history, etc.

I agree with this post! One advantage of the Nuva Ring is the hormone does not have to go though the stomach. It actually has to go through the system very little. I know many women that have had success with the Nuva Ring. Personally, I have been on it for almost 8 years now.

Thank-you for sharing! I wil be trying this soon!

So many people have unrealistic expectations towards weight loss. But you sir have done it in a way where it will stay off. You lost 3.3lbs a week on average. That is something you can maintain and is not a fad/phase. YOU ARE AWESOME!

I'm in! Add me as a friend and let's set a draft date!

Avocado.. Its addictive!

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Most training guides are at least 10 weeks. There are 12 or 16 weeks training programs also for a half. Google them and you will find many options! Good luck :)

I eat Paleo and just want to say that I would never judge you for you habits. Your rant on my life style does not phase me. We are on this site to keep our health in mind and focus on our goals. Negativity does not help anyone.

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If it was easy, this site would not exist. Stick with it. Focus on life style changes. If you are thinking of "reverting" back to old habits, its not a life style change.

Avocados, cottage cheese, Greek yogurt- High in good fat, lower carbs and high protein! Walnuts are also good for a crunch!

I struggle with this all the time. I am about to start 4 weeks on the road :( I often spilt meals, eating half at the meal and then taking half back to the hotel. You end up wasting food, but the portion sizes are just so big. I also always order off the "low calorie" part of the menu. If there is not such a section, the a…

No diabetes in my family. You bring up an excellent point. I use to eat high processed foods very often. Perhaps this is a transition I am going through? Per the other posts, I will increase my water intake.

I am confident that I am not pregant and its has actually happened so often that I hesistate to say it is PMS... I do not eat much fat. I try to keep it healthy fat, natural fat.

I have been taking steps to adopt the Paleo life style. I designate "Paleo Days" where I can plan meals and follow the life style. I feel great and love that it is less about how much you eat, more what you eat. I try for 5 days a week. Take it by steps. That would be my advice.