phatphd

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  • Feel free to add me. I'm on here every day and would be happy to help motivate you!
    in Would like friends to help motivate! Comment by phatphd August 2011
  • Burritos!
    in If You Could Only Eat ONE Food Comment by phatphd July 2011
  • I've actually tried them. They're basically tasteless. The two key differences I've found between Miracle Noodles and regular pasta are 1) texture - Miracle Noodles are more "rubber band" in texture, more chewy overall and 2) absorption - Miracle Noodles don't absorb sauce the way that pasta does. They work better in…
    in Miracle Noodle? Comment by phatphd July 2011
  • I guess I'm the shortest so far. I'm 4'8" and would love to have other short friends to commiserate with here on MFP. I do think weight loss at this height is a whole different ballgame...
    in Any Ladies Under 5'? Comment by phatphd July 2011
  • Welcome to the world of being short! I'm 4'8" and even at 1200 calories the absolute max I can lose is .3 lbs a week. It's just a little more challenging for us...
    in how many calories should I really aim for? Comment by phatphd July 2011
  • I use a sifter to drain my quinoa and definitely recommend rinsing it first - it has a rather bitter resin coating on it that can completely alter the flavor of the quinoa if not rinsed. It should be pretty fluffy like rice when cooked. I like to add roasted beets, parsley and mint, and a lemon vinaigrette for a rich,…
    in Newbie w/ Quinoa ; I Have ????'s Comment by phatphd July 2011
  • I am in my 4th year of a Ph.D. program, and can certainly identify with the sedentary lifestyle... I don't know where you're doing your grad work, but one thing I've found to be helpful about being a grad student is being able to reap the benefits of the university I'm at. They have a fantastic gym, a variety of fitness…
    in Any grad students out there? Comment by phatphd July 2011
  • Sounds like one place you could use food suggestions is protein. You like cheese, but don't eat meat or fish. As a vegetarian, I definitely empathize. Don't know if any of these appeal to you, but some protein sources that I really enjoy, include: - Beans. I add them to soups and salads for a protein and fiber punch and…
    in Picky Eater That Can't Cook Comment by phatphd July 2011
  • 5'1" isn't short! I wish I were 5'1"! I'm 4'8" on a "tall" day, and am definitely frustrated by the way height impacts weight loss. But I am determined to overcome my family's genetic predisposition toward obesity. I'm a definite pear shape with big ol' hips: currently at 105 lbs with a goal weight of 95 lbs. Nice to meet…
    in Any short gals out there?? Comment by phatphd July 2011
  • I don't know if this helps, but Baja Fresh have their nutrition info available, and you can maybe use that to help estimate: http://www.bajafresh.com/nutritionals.php
    in help estimate my mexican restaurant meal please Comment by phatphd July 2011
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