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Pecans???
So I know that generally nuts are healthy, but you usually only hear about almonds and such. I was just curious as to if some nuts are "healthier" than others. Are pecans okay? I really like them. Thanks!
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Two Snacks, What Time??
So today I am planning on having a mid-day snack and a post-workout snack (I workout later at night). I want to have a quest bar with peanut butter and a protein smoothie with just quest protein and some fruit. Now I know that when you eat your meals/snacks doesn't really make a difference and that protein supplements are…
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Anything Protein!
I have a hard time reaching my protein goals, so I recently started supplementing with protein powder. I've been mixing it up with almond milk and it taste reallyy good. But I still want more things to do with it. One specifically, protein sludge. How is it made and what are some good flavor combinations and/or toppings? I…
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DIY Salad Dressings
I am wanting to start making my own salad dressings, but I'm no chef and I just want some simple ideas. I'm not sure what I would like either; I don't think I would like vinaigrettes or anything of that sort but I might. I really like honey mustard, if there's any way I could creat something similar to that. But yeah, just…
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Quinoa Confusion?
I'm confused about the calories in Quinoa. My bag says that for 1/4 cup dry, it's 160 calories. So how much would the serving size be once its cooked? Because I like to cook a cup at a time. Also, how long will quinoa keep in the refrigerator? I like to cook a cup at a time so I can eat on it for a few days. But I may not…
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Cable Ab Crunches?
How much weight do you use? I know that's going to vary for everyone. What I'm mostly wondering is if you should go heavy or lighter with these. I tried them out the other day but I think I was doing it wrong. Like I felt it more in my biceps. Thanks.
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Quest Protein Powder
I ordered quest bars last week and was offered a sample of their strawberry protein powder. Now, I am wondering if it would taste good just mixed in with water or should I make a smoothie with it? I have never used protein powder in my life. Thanks!
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Best Protein Bars?
Since being in college, I've been trying to eat mostly wholesome, natural foods. However, in doing so, it's extremely hard for me to get in a good amount of protein. So I want to start eating more protein, even if the sources aren't as "clean". Because it's really low...less than 100 grams low. If possible, I would like…
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Calf Cramps??
Yeah, so every single time I've ever tried to do lying hamstring curls, I get calf cramps. Anyone know why this is? I thought I was trying to do too heavy weight, but it continued to happen with lowered weight. It really upsets me because I would love to do these but it cramps up too badly. Any tips/info is greatly…
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Eating Back Your Cals?
My question is, do you go by your net calories? Like, do you plug in your exercise and then make sure to eat back some of the calories and hit the new macros or just stick to all of the original goals? Personally, I will plug in my cardio because I know I have burned a significant amount of calories compared to lifting. I…
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It's Impossible!????
I've come to the realization that you can't exactly build muscle/strength at the same time that you are losing weight. So how does it work? I know that you "bulk" to build up, which is what I have done (somewhat) but now I'm ready to shred some fat. I have been in a caloric deficit for a couple of weeks consistently now…
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The Burn During Weights?
I am trying to cut back some pounds so obviously watching what I eat and trying to keep up with calories I burn. The treadmill tells me roughly the calories I burn but I have no idea of how much I burn during weight training. I know it's going to depend upon weight and intensity, but I don't even know where to start.…
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I admit it...
I'm admitting to myself and everyone else that I have a binge problem... I don't know if I could be diagnosed with the disorder because I don't know if it's that extreme. But it's happening. A little info: I am a first yr college student and I have struggled with anorexia. I have been weight restored for a while now but…
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Digestive Problems
I know this isn't the most comfortable topic but I really need some advice. Since my system grew weak during my ED, it has never really gotten back on track. Sometimes it seems to go well for about a week or two, but then I'll have longer periods of time when it doesn't seem to be working hardly at all. I should start…
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I'm in College!!
So, basically I'm in college and I find it very difficult to eat properly (I usually just under eat). I would eat maybe a bit of yogurt for breakfast, one pack of oatmeal for lunch!, a salad for dinner containing nothing worth any calories. Also, I would have a few snacks and some fruit in a day but I don't really think I…
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New! Wanting friends & support
I'm new to MFP & was just wanting to make some friends. I am 19 years old and have been interested in a healthy lifestyle for about 3 years now. A little history: I'm 5'3, started at 155lbs. I began to lose and got down to about 135 in a healthy manner. Slowly but surely, an eating disorder was forming. I got down to…
