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Started Keto end of August 2014. Started tracking 1/1/15 Starting weight: 164 lbs Current weight: 160 lbs Goal weight: 130-140 lbs This process has been wicked slow for me. I have quite a bit of muscle and workout (mostly lifting) 3-6 days a week. I'm ok with the slow process because of this. I have found that…
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I made broth all winter! Now that it's summer, I'm not as into it because I don't want hot food when I'm already feeling hot. I made beef bone broth! It was super easy! The trick was to roast the bones for about 20 minutes before putting in the water to simmer. Also, I would add more water halfway through the week and a…
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To the first question about eating soya and quorn, if the carbs fit your macros, go for it. For the coffee creamer, try coconut cream! It usually comes in a can, and you can store it in a container in the fridge for upwards of a week or so. It's also great for making things like ice cream, Popsicle, and sauces!
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Coconut oil and butter on everything! Also, you can find fat bomb recipes, bullet proof coffee, and fatty cuts of meat.
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If you are just starting out on Keto right now, I would count ALL carbs. I still count all carbs except from veggies. Also, if you're just starting, try 2 weeks without the processed fake sugars to help your body adjust.
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Pour/Cook veggies in the meat fat... SO GOOD! or even as a salad dressing!
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Bodybuilders are known for having "6-pack bags" (no, not the abs - bad joke) that hold 6 meals with cold packs and stuff. You could pack meat, with coconut oil, avocado, etc. and keep it in the fridge every night. It would probably last as long as you need it to that way.
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Just Log it June/July: A full month of logging into MFP every day for food or forums OR logging by pictures with weekly check ins consisting of a colleague of all the food you ate that week... I just like food porn.
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@MacMadame Check out IIFYM.com and the ideology if you haven't heard about it. I know a lot of people use it to change body composition without having to "diet"!
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Feel free to friend me! As an FYI my meals will probably look VERY different than most peoples' here because I follow LCHF eating. You may get some ideas though!
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There's recipes for LCHF chips! Tortilla chips? I think you can make cracker type things from flax seeds and some other stuff. Potato chips? I've done kale chips, seaweed chips, and radish chips! Check out the internet for a recipe that looks good to you! Also, flavored pork rinds suit that craving for me! I like the hot…
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"How do you guys keep yourself accountable. I'm sorry to vent and whine, but gosh dang it. What isn't clicking upstairs." I personally do a lot to keep myself accountable. 1) I use this website! It does the work for you in the logging department. Also, friending people and coming to the forums gets other's involved in your…
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I like Shirataki Noodles. I usually find them in the "health food" or "vegetarian" section of the grocery store. They might seem a bit pricey, but for special occasions or cravings, they're great!
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Doing just plain Keto, I feel great! However the scale wasn't budging. I tried CarbNight (having what ever carb I want for a meal or two for dinner/dessert) the scale started moving. If the scale is moving and you're not having a Carb Day/Night, then do what makes you feel good. If the scale isn't budging and you want it…
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If you feel that you can control the situation, then do it. By control, I mean that you can cut the doughnut into fourths, take one bite, chew slow, really taste it, and then decide if you want another bite, then do it. Taking that second to pause on the first bite will be the deciding factor between indulging in a craving…
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I've incorporated IF a little into my diet. I usually skip breakfast on weekdays, and I have my first meal at 11:30 during my lunch break. I usually eat my last meal around 6:30 pm, so I end up fasting about 16 hrs which means I fit the rest of my food in a "feeding" period of about 8 hrs. I get up at 4:50, and workout…
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Sustainability! What ever you decide, make sure it's a choice you can stick with for the rest of your life! I've also read somewhere, I forget where :neutral: , that slow weight loss is maintained easier and longer than fast weight loss. Does the tortoise beat the hare once again?
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I'm probably on the heavier side for this group, but I'm 5'3" and 25 yrs old. HW: 164 lbs CW: 159.5 lbs GW: Unknown, but around 135-145 lbs. I have a medium to large frame and a good amount of muscle. I lift and do some cardio ~5 times a week. I want to be low 150's/high 140's by the first week in July because I'm going on…
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You can use websites, I like IIFYM.com, to calculate a TDEE. It takes into account your daily activity and workouts. That way you eat to your goals without having to think about exercise. Listening to your body is also a great indicator!
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Have you checked out IIFYM.com? They do calorie calculations that take into account activity. That way, you don't have to track your exercise, you just eat according to your normal day.
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I've always found an alternative to what I want. I want mac n' cheese? I make a Keto friendly option. I want a dessert? I've come up with more than a few recipes for cheese cake, pb cups, coconut macaroons, etc. If there's a will, there's a way, and some creativity helps. I also started doing the CarbNight thing in an…
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ylrmjiUr_mA https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zMlAHcwL0uw I made some youtube videos with recipe and instructions.
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Your body is adapting. I've always been an avid and regular exerciser. While keto adapting, I felt weak and could barely work out for 30 min (usual time was 60 min). After a couple weeks, I got my full strength and endurance back, and since then, I've made gains in the gym.
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It's not the best source, but I've found that Power Aid Zero has helped me out when I can't get something else. It has magnesium and potassium too.
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What's your water intake like? Could you be feeling hungry when in reality you're thirsty? Sometimes this happens to me. Try drink a glass of water before eating and in between meals. It will fill your stomach volume wise and help you decide if you're truly hungry.
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I wish there were a "like" button.
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Green Beans are great! Brussel Sprouts tend to be a little high depending on the plan you're following. have you tried spinach and such cooked in butter/coconut oil/insert any other fat? Even ranch! Hope that helps
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I'm 5'3" with about 20 lbs to lose. Mine are set to 5%c/20%p/75%f. I aim for 1200-1500 cal/day. If you're new to Keto, try upping the fats even more while transitioning. Best of Luck! Feel free to friend me if you want to see food ideas from my diary!
