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I have tried intuitive eating and it did not work for me. I have a ton of respect for those who can successfully manage their weight without tracking all the details, but I learned that I am not one of those people. I have learned that weight management can be a very intense mental game because of my unstable relationship…

I have been eating low carb for over a year now (on average 50-75g), and I absolutely love it. It's very easy for me to follow, I'm eating all my favorite foods, and I don't feel deprived since I am naturally a carnivore and was never really nuts over carbs in the first place. I did keto for a few months last year and…

I was just griping about this last night. Boneless, skinless chicken breasts are less expensive than split chicken breasts. So the butchers go through all that work to remove the skin and the bone and somehow it costs less than the ones they just slap on a tray? :angry: I'd much rather have the skin on, then save the bones…

I do 16oz coffee, 1 Tbsp heavy cream, 1 Tbsp (14g) coconut oil, 1 Tbsp unsalted butter. Sometimes I add a little cocoa powder and stevia, but not always. To be honest most of the time I prefer it unsweetened.

Along these same lines, I do actually hate when I have to buy some carby junk. It's exhilarating when I have a cart full of meat and 10 packages of bacon, but (for example) if I need Oreos to put in a recipe that someone asks me to make for a party, I probably look like a teenager buying condoms...I don't want anyone to…

Actual body weight. My weight fluctuates between 155-160lbs and my protein is set to 135g. Some days I'm a little over, some days I'm a little under. I can't personally attest to how that ratio will affect ketosis for you because I'm actually carb cycling (for strength gains/recomp) and not trying to be in ketosis. When I…

I mean, you can eat a little more if you want, but in general macro ratios are set up so they are consistent day to day. Remember your body will need to use that protein on your off-days too while your muscles repair themselves. I don't think it's necessary to change your protein to be dependent on lifting, no. But it's…

So that quote got messed up in my last post but you get the idea lol

I also lift low carb, it's always cool to see others that do it too. I tend to do right around 0.8 grams protein per pound of bodyweight. It's a little higher than recommended for keto, but the recommendations are usually for people who do little to no exercise, let alone intense exercise like lifting. You may find that…

Thanks for your input everyone! I always like to hear personal experiences. I've since done more research on how we don't need fiber on LC/Keto. Somehow I missed that tidbit in my extensive research in the past. For the time being I still need my 25g since I'm carb cycling for another couple months, and in my experience I…

Look into reverse dieting. It's the process of adding 50-100 calories per week (starting where you've been eating) so your metabolism can adjust slowly. If you have been eating at a deficit for a long time, it's very likely your metabolism has adjusted. I agree with others that moving to maintenance and recomping is a good…

Pittsburgh(ish)!

When you walk into the break room to see a large box of nutter butters and Rice Krispies and you uninterestingly turn away. Kinda shocked myself with that one this morning, haha! Or when you take a big greasy burger patty with cheese for breakfast 2 days in a row and enjoy the puzzled looks of coworkers.

I've been taking magnesium for probably a month (I don't know the dosage off the top of my head and I'm at work so I can't check). I read an article about the plethora of things it helps improve. Coincidentally, I'd been getting muscle cramps too. I have noticed a slight improvement in fatigue and my calves cramping in the…

I'm also doing the no scale thing. The first couple days were a little agonizing seeing the scale in the corner of my eye and trying to prevent myself from stepping on it (I can't hide it because my fiancee uses it frequently) but after about a week I started to not care. Of course I'm curious because for all I know I…

Another +1 for caffeine...recently I've been enjoying the Crystal Light single packets with caffeine, grape and wild strawberry. While they aren't "natural" like coffee, it's another option to change it up.

Also drink plenty of water!

In general, protein and fat are the two macros that are most satisfying and last the longest. Carbs may make you feel initially full, but they are quickly burned up as fuel. Fat is a slower burning so you will be satisfied for longer. If you're open to reworking your macros, enjoy fat and protein sources, and aren't doing…

It largely depends on the person, how many carbs each individual person can tolerate and your individual insulin resistance. Less than 100g is a good place to start, but I like to stay under 50 on non-lifting days. You have to find what you're comfortable with.

Would the vinegar & water mix be safe on painted walls? I get awful splatter on the wall (where most people have a tile backsplash, but I don't have the money to install that sadly) and I'm always afraid of taking off paint ever since the magic eraser started to take off some paint. It's like the one place in the kitchen…

PORK CHOP & GOAT CHEESE "MEATWICH" - 1 serving Ingredients: - (2) 3 oz boneless pork chops (6oz total) - 1oz herbed goat cheese - Handful fresh spinach leaves (about 10g) - bacon grease Instructions: 1. Pound pork chops with pointy end of a meat mallet to tenderize and thin them out. Season both sides with Spike seasoning…

Here's a really simple recipe that I've become quite addicted to. First of all, unless you really don't like the skin, leave it on! It's delicious and the fat is good for you and very filling. Brush both sides with olive oil and sprinkle with dry ranch dressing mix. Bake at 350 for 45-55mins. Finish with a minute under the…

Remember that you have to eat 3500 calories ABOVE your maintenance in order to gain a pound of fat. In one week, you could gain a few pounds of fat but you'd have to be pigging out like nobody's business. If you're worried, just do your best to keep an eye on your portions. Eat until you're satisfied but not stuffed. Last…

I aim for about 1 gram per pound of bodyweight but obviously it's not going to be exact every time. I weigh 155 and my protein is between 140-150g most days. I eat up to 1800/day but you're welcome to add me to check out my food diary. I also try to get most of my protein from food and not rely on powders so hopefully I…

I eat between 1700-1800 and I LOVE to cook and try to have a pretty big variety. I also am always happy to share recipes. Anyone is welcome to add me :)

String cheese / cheese cubes Nuts Hard boiled eggs Yogurt Strawberries are fairly low Protein shake? Homemade protein fudge...yum! (whey protein + fats) or any other type of protein treat ^^Also this. For the past year I've consistently eaten a morning and afternoon snack, and just recently I started increasing my meal…

Chocolate chip cookie dough flavored overnight protein oats :love:

I've noticed that when I don't get enough fats in my diet, my sugar cravings are through the roof. When I get enough protein and especially fats, my cravings lessen quite a bit. Since your diary is closed I can't really give you much input but since you said you typically have lean protein and vegetables, I'm guessing…

If you can dedicate the time, it's much healthier and cheaper to buy a whole turkey, ham, or chicken and roast it yourself. Every couple months I roast a turkey and slice it, portion it in 8 oz bags and freeze it. If you get the meat when it's on sale (the last turkey I got was 59 cents/lb) you save a ton of money and…