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Common sense weight loss article
https://www.msn.com/en-us/health/weightloss/50-best-weight-loss-tips-for-2020/ss-BBYPLVv?li=BBnb7Kz#image=48 This was on MSN this a.m. and so many of these points are touched upon through-out the forums but rereading always helps reinforce the thoughts. Hope it helps someone. I know one I'm going to start trying is taking…
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Pros/Cons of cheat days
Most of the time I do pretty well, calorie wise. Certain days are more challenging or I might binge a day a month before I can stop myself.(if you're not including the hairy holidays!) But part of me really wants to plan a day each week where I can simply indulge without the guilt or regret that normally follows. I am…
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High energy foods
What would be tops on your list of foods to spur energy levels on? I don't quite get all of my 'needed' protein some days so I'm not sure if that's it or not. Plus I've been slacking off in the water department also. :blush: Other than those 2 things, I eat a variety of veggies, fruits, oatmeal, different proteins every…
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Computer questions? Please help?
I have an older HP laptop and it's been showing signs of age lately. I'm as inept at technology as anyone you've probably met. :( It took me almost 2 hours just now to be able to simply get here. I tried refreshing Firefox(I kept getting a notice that Firefox wasn't responding) and restarting several times. I'm embarrassed…
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Veggie Spiralizers
Anyone have this gadget and is it worth the money? They're not that expensive really but if it ends up simply being a space sucker then it's money wasted. I used to love noodles but they're one of those foods I just don't eat anymore. But I'd definitely eat veggie noodles. Besides, who couldn't use more veggies in their…
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Had a binge day Argh!!
I don't know why but it came on last night before bed and I couldn't/didn't stop myself. :( It's as if my body went on automatic and I had no control. I think part of it might be because the scale seems to be bouncing around the same numbers for the past few weeks and it's getting disheartening/boring/discouraging. Maybe…
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Name that tune
Rules are simple...name the song and artist/s from lyrics posted(no cheating allowed :) ) then post more lyrics for the next person. 'I'm no schoolboy but I know what I like......' Take it away!
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Does anyone hula hoop?
I'm incorporating that into my exercise routine, along with some resistance band exercises and planking. But I am finding it lots of fun and easy enough to do. Just curious if anybody does it? Supposed to be great cardio.
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Small steps to better decisions
I just trashed the remaining 2/3 bag of white chocolate chips that I had planned to make cookies with during Christmas. I just knew they had to go after my midnight outing with 1 of my dogs last night and instead of heading back to bed, I headed for that bag. :/ So what small steps have you taken lately to stay on track??
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Up and down every single morning
How much of an impact would eating salty bedtime snacks have on always being up or down by .5 in weight each a.m.? There has been no consistent gain/loss for a week and I usually stay a little bit under my daily cal. allotment. Yesterday it says I went over by 50 cals., up .5 lb. this a.m. :/ I'd love to start the scale…
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Building endurance for spring hiking
I walk on a treadmill 2-4 miles a day at an average rate of 4.2 mph. What would be the best way to build up endurance to start hiking when snow(and mud!)season passes? Would it be increase of length, speed, incline, combo? And how quickly should I attempt to do it? ATM I'm trying to walk at a 4.1 rate with a 30% incline…
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Chia Seeds- who knew??
https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/11-proven-health-benefits-of-chia-seeds#section5 I've heard of them, of course though have never used them. They seem to be the ultimate healthy little morsels in many many ways so I'll definitely be adding them to my grocery list. I found a recipe for making overnight pumpkin pie oats…
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PLEASE help me find my mindset again!!!
The mantra 'Just Do It' is the most important one to live by but I, for some reason, can't reclaim that since I let myself go off the track during the holidays. I do 'okay' during the day, keep to my (more or less) routine but after I eat dinner at 5, all I want to do is munch, munch, munch. :( Last night was a very(and I…
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Hummus recipes?
Does anyone have a hummus recipe they wouldn't mind sharing? I love Sabra hummus but whenever I've tried making my own hummus at home, it comes out nowhere close to storebought. And I get sick of wasting money on ingredients. :( Thanks!
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Roasted vegetable calorie count
In trying to find the calories for 1 c. of roasted veggies, I noticed a big discrepancy between all the listings. How do I figure out the amount close enough or should I just call it good? I looked under root veggies but there were also non-root(? :) ) veggies too? Guess I shouldn't be sweating the small stuff, right?…
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Other weight loss sites??
My sister tracks cals. on lose it but part of the reason I like MFP is because I like you guys!! :blush: I feel comfortable on the forums now; it takes me awhile. But just out of curiosity, are there other sites you follow, to track or join in discussions?
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While living this journey...
Do you find yourself getting impatient or intolerant of those(especially a SO) who don't want to change their habits, not even one little bit? I only mention things such as how good something tastes and is good for us, and not very often so I don't nag or harp or anything like that. But with my dh's lifestyle, there's no…
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Soup recipes?
I've been looking for some healthy hearty soups. I do have a minestrone recipe that I use as a base and can modify so much. But if any of you have a special yummy soup you'd recommend, I'd love to see it! I'm not much for red meat but do like chicken, fish, and beans. Thanks!!
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Games you play
Some of my family members love playing games whenever we get together. What are some of your favorites, whether board games or card games or whatever. We played lots of Carcasonne over Christmas; love that game! Cards Against Humanity used to be a favorite but nobody brought it this year. My dh and I play Cribbage every…
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How do you do avocado?
I usually just make guacamole but end up eating the entire batch plus an entire bag of bagel chips to go along with it. But sooo good. :) I've never liked plain avocado, just so bland. But I had a slice of Italian bread with chicken salad on top, along with some avocado and sea salt and that was pretty tasty too. :) What…
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And THIS is exactly the reason...
I wasn't going to start baking cookies yet because they are my downfall. That, and every other sweet thing out there. :( But I started this very thing this a.m. And so far I've eaten about 6 of the dang things. :( No dinner for me tonight. Sometimes that No voice seems to step right outta the room and lets the Yes imp take…
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36" 24" 36"
Is that only a real measurement with photo shopping? :) I've never been close even at my best. If you wouldn't mind sharing your measurements, go for it. But if you'd rather not, then you just wasted 8 seconds of your life. :) Last time I took out my tape measure I was 34.5" 29" 37.5". Definitely not the perfect Barbie…
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I wish
I wish that every thing you ordered while eating out, listed the calories. :( Without knowing what the exact ingredients are, sometimes it's even hard to make a decent estimation.
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Leftover Protein Powder
What to do with it?? I'll try that other cheesecake recipe Jus_Tomek was nice enough to share but other than that, what does one do with a canister of this stuff?? I am not a protein powder person. No matter what I add it to, it's another 160 calories a scoop. :/ I know I can make smoothies but I'd much rather eat food but…
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Suggestions for finding a house mate?
My sister would love to find someone to share their house with them, free room and board, small stipend, in exchange for just being around to help out a bit. How does one find something like that arrangement without attracting many wild and crazy replies?? She was going to place an ad but then her dd mentioned she knew…
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Question for bakers
I've decided to bake a Maple Cream Pie for Christmas but want to use a graham cracker crust instead of the traditional pastry crust. Is that going to work out without getting soggy? I'll be making it a day ahead. Thanks for any help!!
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Turning vegetarian-this should be simple right?
I can do without pork and red meats. But I like chicken and occasionally fish too. However my empathy and love for animals always makes me harbor guilt when I eat meat. That's just me and I don't mean to start any battles about eating/not eating meat. :blush: So how do I go from that to cutting it out entirely? I'm not…
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How do you eat?
Let me clarify the question. :) I'm a 6 mini meal a day eater or all day snacker, however you see it. I cannot sit and eat a dinner or lunch and be good until the next big meal that's probably at least 4 hrs.+ away so I tend to eat snacks all day. But I'm always keeping an eye on if I feel I've had enough…
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Early Christmas present
I bought myself a food scale. :) I have a hard time measuring certain things like meats. Do you use yours to measure most everything? My dh asked me why I needed to be so accurate. :/ I told him that not measuring could make a big difference in how many calories I'm counting in my estimates vs. reality. He still didn't…
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Rude things people say
I shouldn't have listened to complete strangers all these years but they helped shape me who I've become as an adult. And even though my parents tried to let me know I was loved despite my size, those strangers' voices always spoke to me louder. I mean, parents have to say those nice things, right? But if a stranger says…
