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Gradually cutting back sugar and carbs
I’ve let myself pick up some really, really bad habits. In that, I’m eating foods all day that most would guess to be really nutritious (think peanuts, almond butter, fruits, whole grains and seed bread, higher protein protein bars, eggs, toast etc) but I’ve gotten used to bigger portions again....AND now I crave something…
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Breakfast options for dairy and egg free
Hey everyone! My ENT told me to stay away from eggs and dairy for 4 weeks. My normal breakfast was always 2 eggs or an omelet or scramble. I don’t like eating oatmeal every day bc of the carb and sugar content. Does anyone have any other ideas for decently quick breakfasts?
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Anyone anemic & still working out hard?
I recently found out I’m anemic and I also have low BP (I always have) and it’s making me pretty lightheaded at times (it’s speeding up my RHR to 95-110). I use my treadmill 4-5 times a week for 45-60 minutes, and use the incline (usually no more than an incline of 4 or 5 though) and I notice sometimes that I feel…
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Arm/shoulder exercises without weights
Hi all! I am on the treadmill for 45 minutes to an hour most days of the week. But, that's not helping my upper body look "decent". Every time I lift even light weights or do push ups, the fiber cystic tissue in my chest makes everything so incredibly sore for days. Any suggestions for defining my arms and shoulders that…
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Does anyone else follow Zone ratios?
does anyone else here follow zone ratios/meal plans? If so, what websites help?
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Who follows "Zone" ratios?
does anyone else here follow zone ratios/meal plans? If so, what websites help?
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At Home Workout Essentials
I know I may be in the minority here, but I despise work out DVDs. I love putting on loud music or a good movie and watching that WHILE lifting free weights or using my treadmill or stationary bike. BUT, I'm ready to change things up at home and need some new ideas. What are some other essential work out tools you have…
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Perfect Fit Protein Powder
Has anyone ever used this brand of protein powder? Does it taste good? What flavor do you prefer? The cost isn't horrible and it seems to get decent reviews, so I was just curious. :)
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Motivation from other full time working (away from home) mommas
I know we all feel like there's not enough time in the day, but I really am struggling with just moving more and more. On weekends, Sundays are the best day for me to be determined and motivated because I've taken it easy and slept in a little on Saturday to make up for the week's worth of lost sleep and busy schedules. We…
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Thanksgiving help :)
We host Thanksgiving every year. I'm always in charge of side dishes. When I make green beans, corn and other veggies, I typically just use a little salt--I don't use butter or any of the other fun, fattening seasonings. :) My question is this: is there a way to make healthier versions of mashed potatoes, stuffing and…
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Working out...Gaining weight, NOT muscle
Can someone please explain WHY this happens to me every time? I start walking on the treadmill (sometimes at an incline, sometimes not) and after the very first night, I gain 1-2 pounds.....after 3 or 4 nights, I've gained 3-4 pounds. It's NOT muscle mass in less than a week. My appetite does grow when I work out, but…
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Starting Over....
Hi guys! I need some encouragement and motivation! I've always been someone to keep my calories and the food I ate at a level to where I usually don't gain, even though I may not be keeping my cals at a level to lose either (which is usually my frustration). Over the past year, I've dealt with MAJOR problems with OCD. I…
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Considering bringing lunch everyday...what are your go-to (non microwavable) easy lunches?
I always eat breakfast at home and lots of dinners at home, but find myself eating out at lunch...lots of salads with grilled chicken and minimal dressing and toppings from places like chick fil a and Wendy's or the grilled chicken cantina power protein bowl from taco bell. I'm over it. I'm to the point where nothing…
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Gaining Weight/Working Out....no, it's not muscle mass
Can someone please explain WHY this happens to me every time? I start walking on the treadmill (sometimes at an incline, sometimes not) and after the very first night, I gain 1-2 pounds.....after 3 or 4 nights, I've gained 3-4 pounds. It's NOT muscle mass in less than a week. My appetite does grow when I work out, but…
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Nature Throid
My thyroid level is at a 2.7 (2.4 is the bottom of "normal range"), so it's barely "normal". My holistic dr put me on Nature Throid to help boost my levels. I have EXTREME fatigue and OCD/anxiety issues. Anyone else on this? Losing a few pounds would be icing on the cake. :)
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Adrenal Diet
My SIL recommended this for me, but other than laying off sweets and caffeine, I don't know the specifics. Has anyone had any luck with it?
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My weight messes with my head so much
Today is my birthday, so over the weekend I indulged. HOWEVER, I was also on the treadmill for over 2 miles Saturday and almost 3 miles last night. I got on the scale this morning and it said I had gained over 2 pounds since last Thursday! This seriously cannot be physically possible! Yes, I splurged at dinner and had…
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So frustrated.....
Today is my birthday, so over the weekend I indulged. HOWEVER, I was also on the treadmill for over 2 miles Saturday and almost right at 3 miles last night. I got on the scale this morning and it said I had gained over 2 pounds since last Thursday! This seriously cannot be physically possible! Yes, I splurged at dinner and…
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Effexor
I have to take Effexor for OCD. I was on it 8 yrs ago and didn't remember gaining weight, but I've been on it this time for about 7 months and when I upped the dosage in October, I've noticed about 5 pound gain. Plus I'm craving salt and sugar so much that I can't talk myself out of it. Just wondering if anyone else had…
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5 ingrediants or less/crockpot
Does anyone have some really great crock pot meals that require 5 ingrediants or less? I'm just starting to use our crockpot during the week and i need to start at the beginner level hehe. If it was kid friendly, that would also be a plus! :)
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Those with kids, how much is your monthly grocery bill while eating clean?
You guys....I feel like something has to give! :) First off, I am new to clean eating and I'm not good at starting new commitments when it comes to food. I want to make it a lifestyle and want to make it stick. I eat pretty healthy, but my portions are terrible. We have 2 kiddos, one is 20 months and one is 6 years old.…
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I never thought of myself as an emotional eater....and then
I've always yo-yo'd my entire life. Always wanting to be a size 2-4 (I'm 5'3 on a good day). I've always been one to want to be the best version of myself and whole heartedly believing that. I've never understood why i have such a struggle with over eating. Portion size has been the biggest hurdle for me, since I can…
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What are your favorite recipe websites/blogs?
What are your favorite recipe websites/blogs that actually have recipes worth making that taste great and don't take an hour to create? Mine are Dashingdish.com Skinnytaste.com Formulazone.com
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Schwinn Recumbent Bike calorie burn
Hi all. I recently bought a Schwinn 270 recumbent bike. It's nice and I love it, but i have a question on the calorie burn it shows. After 50 minutes on the bike, program or no program, it shows about 160 calories burned. Usually I can get in about 11 miles in this time. When I plug that exercise into my fitness pal, it…
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How much weight did you lose when you first started eating clean?
I know its not always about weight loss, but those of you who have been eating clean for several years/months and have it down to a science....how much weight did you lose when you first started your journey? Just curious!
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A few questions for clean eaters
When it comes to meat, would you consider frozen chicken and turkey to be "clean"? Or, should it be in the meat case labeled grass fed, free range organic? Is there a such thing as frozen chicken or turkey with no hormones or antibiotics? What kind of baking sugar is best to use? I've heard honey really isn't any better…
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Motivation/Encouragement
Hi all! I'm in major need of motivation! I'm a mom of two young little boys and work full time. I'm having a really hard time trying to fit in any type of exercise and watch my portions. I literally am on my feet doing SOMETHING (cleaning, bathing, feeding, picking up) until 10 every night, sometimes 11. My husband helps…
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Well that went the opposite of how I imagined...
I always gain a pound or two in the fall/winter. I lose the time to go walk at an outside park because of weather and holiday prep consumes my treadmill time at home. My mom had to start cutting back on sugar and white flour a few months ago and I thought it was the PERFECT time to kick start my own eating habits and try…
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Need to adapt to a clean eating lifestyle
I suggest to everyone what to eat and what not to eat. I know the "rules", i just dont always follow them. I have good intentions, but good intentions dont put more veggies in my family's stomach or will shrink my waist line. I'm super busy, but who isnt? I don't get home until 6 and it makes it hard to spend an hour on…
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How much sleep is really enough?
How many hours of sleep do have to have a night for proper bodily function--including weight loss. The reason I'm asking is because apparently I dont even know anymore. :) Pre-kids, I was the person who HAD to have 8-9 hrs a night to function. If I went several days without that, I would start feeling sick. After kids, I…
