jtkeaton

I'd also suggest adding dark meat to your diet as it is high in calories.

Instead of just drinking water, you could try VPX Zero Carb Protein Shake mix. It's about 80 cals a scoop and you're encouraged to have more than just one a day. This could assist in meeting your calorie intake for the day [depending how far away you are at the end of the day of course.] Shake mix flavors: chocolate,…

I agree that we are getting off topic, but I will reply to your question. You're right it doesn't have a metabolic advantage to people already in shape. But It's a balance of everything really from what I've noticed and I've had some time to play around with this as I've been on a few different 'diets'. I watch more of my…

Eh, depends on how you look at it I guess. A low-carb diet limits carbohydrates- such as bread, grains, rice, starchy vegetables and fruit — and emphasizes sources of protein and fat. The theory behind the low-carb diet is that insulin prevents fat breakdown in the body by allowing sugar to be used for energy. Proponents…

Eh, depends on how you look at it I guess. A low-carb diet limits carbohydrates- such as bread, grains, rice, starchy vegetables and fruit — and emphasizes sources of protein and fat. The theory behind the low-carb diet is that insulin prevents fat breakdown in the body by allowing sugar to be used for energy. Proponents…

That's true that people can occasionally eat at McDonalds, IF you are working out and typically living a healthy life style. But if you're trying to loose weight, then all of those carbs in the Cheese, Ketchup, Bun, etc may not be the best for you or your liver when it's trying to burn the fat cells. It's up to you to help…

Quote: MMMMM......Double Quarter Pounder with Cheese........Drool. Love those the way the grease squishes out in your mouth when you take a bite. Trouble is, I usually feel sort of sick after eating one and am trying to lose weight now so it's a no go for me. I know lots of educated people in the medical profession who eat…

I think you made a great decision in taking your kids to McDonalds. I've only been on my health path for about 4months. And after losing 59 lbs and making healthier choices, I can feel the differences in how my body reacts to certain foods. I am on no/low carbs & no sugars. And after a while I can tell the difference…