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Blood work on Atkins (December and April)
I had blood work done the day before I started Atkins. Blood work was taken on December 29, 2008 and again on April 24, 2009. I have been eating saturated fats (butter and animal fats on meat), avocado, olive oil, coconut oil, small amounts of peanut oil................but NO transfats. I also eat more veggies and fruits…
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Atkins and other low carb diets..............
Many doctors and researchers are finding out that Atkins and other lower carb eating plans (that are adhered to as part of a lifestyle change) is the better way to go for weight loss................. Here is the link on MSN health..................…
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Carb Conscious Peeps - June 2009
Hi everyone............. New Month, new forum for us........ Spring and Summer are upon us and there is an abundance of goodness all around us........ Fresh veggies and fruits galore!!!!! Keep on truckin along to success!!!
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Low Carb Brownie Recipe
Ingredients: 10 ounces cream cheese, at room temperature 1/2 cup coconut oil 4 ounces unsweetened chocolate, melted and cooled 1 cup Splenda 4 large eggs 2 tsp instant coffee granules 1-1/2 tsp pure vanilla extract 1-1/2 tsp pure chocolate extract (optional) 1-1/2 cups almond flour 6 Tbsp Dutch-processed cocoa powder 1/4…
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Type 2 Diabetics...........Article about very low carb and r
Here is an article I received on my I-google page.............
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Carb Conscious Peeps - May 2009
Ok, this is for anyone following any type of "Controlled Carb" eating plan or WOL (Way Of Life) * Atkins * South Beach * Carbohydrates Addicts Diet (CAD) * Protein Power * The Zone * Sugar Busters Etc, etc.............all and everyone are welcome here. All of these plans are very, very similar in premise, just slightly…
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Blue Diamond Natural - Almond Nut-Thins
I purchased these at my Neighborhood Coop and they are Fantastic!!! I got the Smokehouse flavor and with a bit of raw cheese it made for a very yummy snack.
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Beef Burgers with Feta and Tomato
Ok, I am not a big fan of any type of cheese, but I decided to make this because as I was looking the recipe over on the website, my hubby said, OMG, that looks sooo good. So, I made it and it was to die for. I made a salad to go along with it and it was a fabulous supper to have. Anyone can eat this burger, but I got it…
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Blackberry Storm and I-Phone users...............
How long does it take to get used to the dang touch screen keyboard. I upgraded from a blackberry curve to a blackberry storm over the weekend and the touch screen is so awkward.
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So-called "Diet" and "Sugar-Free" Foods
This is posted from Dr. Bernstein's website.......................This is why it is so important to be a label scrutinizer................ This is yet another reason I do not trust what the USDA and FDA tell me what I should be eating........ The Food pyramid is a joke.
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Foods You Should Be Eating, But Aren't
I found this article this morning and wanted to share..................I already eat like this, just wanted to pass it on to anyone else that might be interested.
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So, I found the Sabra Hummus.......................
And OMG, it is the absolute best stuff in the world!!!!!! That is all. Carry on. I got the spicy kind. I ate half the container last night along with fresh cut cucumber, broccoli, baby carrots and radishes.
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Jicama
What does Jicama taste like??? I have seen people here talking about it and also on a low carb website I belong to.............On the low carb site, everyone raves about how good it is................ What does it taste like??? I really want to try it, but don't want to waste my money either.
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Has anyone read "The Diet Cure" and "The Mood Cure" by Julie
I have both books............. I am re-reading them both as they are very informative and enlightening on how different foods make your mood............ Here are links to some pod casts..........if anyone is interested. http://www.carbwire.com/2009/06/30/find-the-cure-for-your-diet-and-mood-problems-with-julia-ross…
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Green Shakes
I started making green shakes again. This morning I had 3 cups of spinach, 2 cups of collard greens, 1 scoop of Jay Robb egg white protein powder, 1 cup of full fat organic whole milk yogurt, 1 peach, 1 apricot, 1 plum, handful of frozen strawberries and 2 rings of fresh pineapple, 4 ice cubes and a sprinkle of stevia for…
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My face is really, really changing now
I can really, really see it in my face and neck that I am changing. I have only changed one clothing size so far, but I am getting close to changing into the next smaller size......... My insides must be loaded with fat that I am shedding!!! When i started this journey at the end of December, I was wearing a tight 18…
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Suggestions
Ok, I usually go to the gym in some over sized sweat pants or capris and long t-shirts............ I am starting to get more into strength training and want to "try" and start jogging on the treadmill or start getting on the elliptical machine......... Plus, I am going to start running on days I am in my office at lunch.…
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Informational Support for Low Carbers (And anyone else too)
I am going to start posting links to articles that I receive either in my e-mail or on my i-google page. Here is the first article.. http://www.carbwire.com/2009/06/12/sally-fallon-from-weston-a-price-foundation-high-fat-low-carb-diets-good-for-health
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Plant-Based, Low-Carb Diet May Promote Weight Loss And Impro
For those of you that think Atkins is some type of "fad" - here is some proof that it is not, it is a Lifestyle change........................ I am living proof that Atkins, when done by the book, will improve cholesterol numbers. Click on the link in my signature for my bloodwork results from December 2008 when I started…
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I am going to a Naturopath...............
This afternoon to see what is wrong with me. I have all the signs and symptoms of thyroid disease (hypothyroidism) and my family doctor says my blood work came back in the "normal range" so there is nothing wrong with me. I am not buying it and I am tired of these Big Pharma Dr's........... They won't do the more detailed…
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Insite on Naturally Healing Your Metabolism
http://xnet.kp.org/permanentejournal/sum05/healing.html
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You really think a low fat diet is healthy???? Read this...
I have known for the last 6 years that a low fat diet is unhealthy............... I have the proof of eating a high fat, high protein and my cholesterol is better now than it has been in years and years...............Eating a lot of fat, protein and eating natural carbs (vegetables and limited fruit) has DECREASED my…
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I hate being a woman sometimes.........
See what TOM does to my face???? Never mind the rest of my body. <<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<
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Controlled Carb Recipes
We are starting a thread to input any of your tried and true Low Carb recipes that we can share in together to keep the pallette watering and so we don't get bored from eating the same old thing all the time. Since most of us are doing some type of organized Low carb plan, please put what phase it is appropriate…
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For those of you that want to try or already like the KFC
Grilled Chicken............ Copy and paste this link for a free 2 piece meal. Compliments of Oprah!! http://media.oprah.com/sterm/KFC_Coupon_OprahWebsite.pdf
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Muscle Does NOT Weigh More Than Fat
I found this article because I see is so many posts people saying that muscle weighs more than fat. A pound is a pound, no matter what the 2 items are that are being weighed............. Muscle takes up less space as you can see from the picture below:
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Low Carb Chicken Enchilada Recipe
If anyone is interested, here is a recipe for a lower carb chicken enchilada recipe, I tweaked it a bit from a regular recipe........ http://i96.photobucket.com/albums/l163/leanlioness/Low Carb Recipe Pics/LowCarbTortilla1.jpg
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The Dangers of Diabetes in Women
Interesting Article was sent to me in my e-mail inbox this morning.
