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Favorite lower carb recipes/meals?
I had a baby almost a month ago and ever since I had him my carb cravings are out of control. I have PCOS and am breastfeeding which I know makes you hungier but I am plowing away 4000+ calories a day and still hungry (I've never been like this in my life) Most of those cravings are coming from carbs. I lost 10lbs after…
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Favorite Southbeach/lower carb meals PLEASE!
I had a baby almost a month ago and ever since I had him my carb cravings are out of control. I have PCOS and am breastfeeding which I know makes you hungier but I am plowing away 4000+ calories a day and still hungry (I've never been like this in my life) Most of those cravings are coming from carbs. I lost 10lbs after…
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When should I start weightlifting?
I am currently 33 weeks pregnant and working on figuring out my post baby fitness goals (and ultimately deciding what equipment to get for our home gym area). Obviously I'm not going to start weightlifting till after I give birth at the earliest, but should I wait until I get down closer to my goal weight, start right…
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Measuring food -- has anyone been able to eat MORE
I know that we all talk about portion sizes and being shocked how little that tablespoon of peanut butter is, but has anyone actually been able to eat more? I find with my proteins especially I am always under estimating the amount. My idea of a 3/4 ounce portion was about 2oz. Even veggies I stand there and say that is a…
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Whole dairy products vs fat free/reduced fat
I know that this is a very debatable topic. What is better real whole diary products or the fat free or reduced fat counterparts? Any research linked to these would be great! :) Thank you!
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Best way to have Avacado? :)
I have never ever tried Avacado before but am planning on getting some my next grocery shopping trip. I really want to expand our vegetables! What is your favorite way to eat/prepare an avacado aside from guacamole?
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30 day shred
I'm doing the 30 day shred. How many calories do i burn doing the level 1 excersize? I can't figure it out! Thanks!
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What is the BEST milk replacement
Nutritionally/Health speaking & taste speaking what is the best milk replacement out there? We drink mainly 2 percent (I used to drink skim but the kids drink 2%). I've been having stomach issues lately after eating dairy so am looking for other options.
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Recipe/Meal Planner Help please! Trader Joes!
I want to ditch walmart and start shopping at trader joes for grocercies but if it doesn't come out of a box i dont know what to make out of it! I need ideas/opinions for dinners. My hubby is a meat and potato type of person but he will eat a few veggies. I love everything but fish or sushi
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Support Please! (Challenge??)
I was looking at some pictures today and I didn't even recongize myself this is ridiculous. I need to do something about it NOW. Not wait until the first of the year, not till tomorrow. NOW! Are there any good challenges going on or does anyone want to start one. I need something thats competitive, supportive, and…
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Any Challenges I can Join
I'm interested in goining a challenge or competition for more motivation! I'd do better with a group of people thats has no more than 15 members for one on one support but I'm up for any suggestions. I'm down 10lbs and upstopable! Ha!
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Sweat Burn?
I am relatively new to exercise -- a week ago I couldn't do 5 minutes on the elliptical without stopping now I am up to 45 minutes with a quick drink of water half way through. Last night when I was done I was super sweaty and my skin was literally burning on fire from the sweat. Is this normal? I've exercised before in my…
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Looking for friends/challenges!
I'm 23 and a mom to 2 little kids. I've lost 10lbs so far but have about another 70lbs to go to get to my first goal weight (being healthy BMI) I'm looking for either friends to help motviate me or a group or challenge to join. Anyone know of anything?
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Strength training when what?
I am near the begginging of my weight loss journy and have got cardio down pretty well. When should i start strength training and what should i do? I want to end up looking fit not just a thinner version of my old self. I really need to tone down my upper arms, thighs and belly but i need help all over!
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Working out w/ a fan?
Does working out with a fan impact calories burned or the workout itself? It has been really hot here so I put a little fan next to the elliptical in addition to the fan that is on the elliptical (which you can bareley feel). The fan next to me works but the second I get off of there I am bursting into flames with sweat.…
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How accurate
Do you think the excersize calculator on here is? I put in 35 minutes of the elliptical and the number it says I burned seem awfully high at 550 calories. I am heavier though I just want to have a general idea on how many I should eat back? Thanks!
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What should I add?
I have been doing the elliptical every day since Tuesday. I am planning on working out 6 days a week for 20-30 minutes and then taking Sundays off. Should I alternate inbetween the elliptical and something else every other day? If so what? I work out at home but I could pick up some stuff at the store to do at home. I need…
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Elliptical --- How in the world?
I have been on MFP for 2 years now off and on! (YIKES) and am back above my starting weight. I had a baby 2 months ago and decided to purchase an elliptical to help me get into shape and hopefully shed these pounds for good. I started Tuesday and have been doing it every day but I can only do literally 2 minutes at a time…
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Weighing items on a food scale.
I just purchased a food scale and have a couple questions. Am I supposed to weigh the food before its cooked or after its cooked. Does it make a difference? I usually buy frozen skinless chicken breasts, and the veggies that steam in the bag so I can't really cut it open to weigh it. What about pasta should I weigh that…
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Healthy Smoothies Anyone?
I need some recipes for healthy smoothies? I'd like to keep it under 300-400 calories. I have been trying 1 cup of orange juice, ice cubes, 1/2 cup of pineapple 1/2 cup of berries 1 banana and thats been OK but I'd like something vanilla flavored. I tried chocolate milk based smoothie and that didn't turn out right. It was…
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Extreme cravings & portion control
I have always had a hard time with emotional & not emotional eating. I eat when I'm happy, I eat when I'm sad, everything is celebrated with eating whether its good or bad. I know I'm like this because of the way I was raised and the fact that both my parents are over 300lbs each doesn't help matters either. I feel great…
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Steak!! Eye of round.
My hubby picked up some eye of round steak because he seen it on sale at the store. He thinks anything thats labeled steak is a tender nice juicy steak! I love the fact that its a leaner type of meat but how the heck can I cook this healthfully and still have it be tender? I'd prefer not to make a roast or have a ton of…
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Best workout equipment for the money?
If you were to get 1 piece of equipment to work out at home what would it be? I want something that is the best workout for the money, will provide results, and doesn't take up a HUGE HUGE amount of space but as long as it will provide results thats all I care about! Any suggestions would be great!
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Can someone help me with a starter grocercy list?
Hey everyone! I was doing pretty good on here for a while and then I got pregnant and kind of dropped off the face of the earth. I am still pregnant so not trying to lose weight but I was wondering if anyone could help me with a starter grocery list. I have a really hard time going grocery shopping and dh is such a picky…
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Fat VS Carbs
(Added food intake example day in post 5) I am finally getting back on track logging all of my calories and I've noticed that my carbs are usually WAYYY over but my fats are way under (no more than 20 grams a day) my calories are perfect, but it seems like if I go down on my carbs and eat more fat I feel more lethargic and…
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Bagels
I just bought a couple packages of bagels and the label on them says that they need to be refridgerated. WHAT! Do I need to toss them? I never noticed that before today. Ugh!
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Never eating at applebees again!!!
I am sooooooooo ticked off! I went to appelbees and ordered the pick 3 appitizers and of course ate them all inbetween lunch and supper thinking it wouldn't be too bad. Tell me again NEVER eat the boneless buffalo wings OMG :noway: :noway: :noway: I know i binged today but HOLY crap there goes my whole MONTH of eating…
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12lbs in 1 month!
I am so proud of myself in the last month I've lost 12 pounds! I know its not a crazy amount of weight but its a start and defiantely better than gaining!
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Sodium?
How do you all stay under 2500 for your sodium for the day. I just added sodium to my tracker and my total was like 4,000! I don't get it ugh! Here is a typical day for me if you have any suggestions or subsitiutions i could do that would be great thanks! Breakfast: 1/2 cup egg beaters 2 oz diced ham 2 pieces 45 calorie…
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Diet Soda or Crystal Light
I was wondering which one is better for you or if they're both rated the same. My Mother in law and I always argue about this so i wanted to get your opinions. she says that crystal light is better for you and isn't as bad as diet pop and I say its the same. Also do both count for your water intake or neither?
