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Structured Meal Plans
I recently started working with a dietician that has me eating 6 times a day. This is to help me get back in touch with hunger/fullness signals and normalize eating patterns. I'm one month in and I'm still very much struggling. A little background-I am not a meal skipper (could be better about adding in snacks) and my…
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Workout Plans
I am all over the place with workouts. Some days I run, some days I'll do hiit, some days weights and core, walking -I really do it all. It's worked just fine for me but I'm interested in actually building more muscle and I'm curious about following an actual plan (I also want to avoid over use/ injuries as well). Does…
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Poor Recovery with Plant Protein
I wasn't quite sure where to post this but I have noticed that whenever I try to eat more plant based I have a terrible time recovering from workouts. I'm beyond sore. I make great effort to eat the best sources of plant proteins and I do use plant protein powders. I am not a vegan but I have some vegan days and try to…
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Artificial Sweetners-Gum and Diet Pop
Hi All, What are your experiences with artificial sweeteners? I do not tolerate stevia well as it drops my blood pressure tremendously and causes frequent and urgent urination. I personally dropped all artificial sweeteners for years due to the bad press but I find that it doesn't affect my weight. I actually find that…
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Alcohol
After a few days in Napa, it's hard for me to get back on track. We literally have been receiving shipments in the mail of wine since the day we returned. It's been hard not to try them! Last night I had at least 10 ounces (yes I know way too much for a woman). I'm trying my hardest to calculate the calories. My question…
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Veggie Overload? Calorie Counting Veggies.
I tend to follow Joel Fuhrmans approach when it comes to vegetables. I am not a vegan but vegetables are the main focus of all of my meals. I count all of my non starchy vegetable calories but I find that even when I go over my limit, my weight drops (below ideal). Is there some sort of absorption difference with non…
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Podcasts/Youtube
Any suggestions for podcast shows/episodes or YouTubers to follow for health and nutrition information? I am looking for balanced messages-not extremes. Thank you!!!!!
