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  • I tried it a while ago and found it too restrictive. The basic premise of eating whole, nutrient dense foods is a good start, but having list of good & bad foods isn't a good idea for long term success.
    in Paelo diet Comment by samw86 September 2016
  • Whey protein powder is a great way to get extra protein in. I like to mix with Total 0% greek yoghurt, it tastes amazing! And for fibre, just plenty of green veggies; spinach, kale, broccoli, cauliflower etc Swede is a pretty good on for fibre too and a great low cal swap for mash potato.
    in Hitting protein and fiber goals Comment by samw86 September 2016
  • Wouldn't change much so far if you're happy with how you're progressing. Protein could probably be lowered slightly, as mentioned above, but that depends on food preferences. I'd only look to change things once progress stalls. Side note - how clothes fit is one of the best ways to track progress IMO
    in Think I've Figured Out My Calorie/Macro count ? Comment by samw86 September 2016
  • Protein shake with whole milk. Very easy & simple to do.
    in Building muscle Comment by samw86 September 2016
  • I would question the 850 calories that you're burning at the gym, as this seems really high. How did you come to the conclusion that you're burning 850? What form of exercise are you doing?
    in Pls help Comment by samw86 September 2016
  • It can sometimes take up to 2 weeks for fat loss to actually show itself on the scale, with water retention the main cause of this. Be patient, relax a bit and it will happen. If you're accurately tracking and still aren't loosing weight, then consider lowering calories or increasing activity/exercise.
    in Help please Comment by samw86 September 2016
  • Protein helps keep you full, as well as overall food volume. I have a salad with loads & loads of salad leaves, spinach etc and a chicken breast. (Lots of food volume & protein) The I have some Total 0% greek yoghurt with berries. (more protein) That keeps me full. I also drink diet fizzy drinks, which I finds helps put…
    in Diet Suggestions Comment by samw86 September 2016
  • White potatoes, butternut squash, cous cous, pasta, tortilla wraps, lentils
    in carb food ideas? Comment by samw86 July 2014
  • You want to set protein intake as g/lbs of bodyweight instead of a % of your calories. When dieting, protein requirements are higher than when at weight maintenance. I would say 1g/lb of bodyweight as minimum with 1.5g/lb the upper limit. Anything more than that would probably not be worth it. I'd say you should aim around…
    in Protein needs while lifting heavier weights Comment by samw86 May 2014
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