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good Protein Shakes???
Hi All, me again, okay so as you all know from reading my other posts, i have pretty much no appetite what so ever! So, I am looking for a good protein shake to at least drink throughout the day. Even if its something I gotta make with milk or water. My carbs need to be under 20 a day. Most shakes I've seen also have a lot…
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Sorry but have to ask... BM questions after going Low Carb.
So I've been low carb now for about a week:) loving it, finding it fairly easy and everything. But I am also noticing that I am constipated:( Is this normal? Its not uncomfortable or anything. Just wondering if my body is going through some weird stuff and is just regulated me out? Any advice on this?? did this happen to…
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who should i go see?
So I have been doing a little reasearch on this, and I'm noticing I do have some of the "symptoms" with the way my legs are and my hands and whatnot... So I am now wondering if this is why my knees are effed up (aside from the massive weight they are trying to hold up) and are easily injured, as well as my ankles (have had…
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Welcome Everyone
I hope we can start a group here for people in AZ. To get together, do healthy activities, maybe not so healthy activities haha... IE happy hours, etc... But it will be fun. anyhow I hope you join me!
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Food Combining or Natural Eating? anyone else?
Hi Everyone! New here. I just wanted to see if anyone does Food Combining or Eats nothing processed? I started this way of eating and I have to say I feel great! The only 2 rules I follow diligently in Food Combining are I never mix my protein with starch, and I eat my foods in the correct order. I am just wondering what…
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Yahoo Group? (for the database)
HI All, I'm thinking about starting a Yahoo Group for us, I would call it something like "MFPscrapsnstamps" or something like that, we can pick a name, but anyhow... It would be so we could enter our information in such as addresses (for RAKS), favorites (colors, themes, etc...) and other information we can discuss. So,…
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Welcome: Please Read
Hello and welcome to the group! My name is Ronney and I noticed that there wasn't a group for us, so I decided to start one where we can discuss what we are doing, new techniques, nifty products, trading supplies, etc... Also, please no blatant advertising (including but not limited to Creative Memories, Stampin Up!, CTMH…
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Dry mouth. Instant vomiting, BAD! (possible TMI)
Okay all.. so i have been on hiatis for a bit and so much in my life has been so screwy. So the past few days, I have been doing really "good" trying to get into ketosis... That being said, the past few days I have had REALLY DRY MOUTH to the point of not even being able to talk or answer the phone (which is a problem…
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HELP... AGAIN... sorry
I know someone had posted a list on here a while back of their Low Carb Pantry. A few days ago, I needed a reminder so I wanted to print that list. So, PLEASE what should I put on my grocery list for Low Carb. Just some FYI... I don't eat bread, tortillas, etc... if i can eat it plain with no carbs, why not do that. We…
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Phoenix Ale Brewery ARt Show! I'm showing my art!
OMG... So I have been invited to showcase my art on August 10th at the Phoenix Ale brewery in Phoenix on 32nd st And Van Buren... If you aren't busy, I could sure use the support, its a mixed media kind of thing, and its fun, and really they have good Beer there (another reason why I'm fat LOL) Anyhow if you can't make it,…
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When does your head catch up to your Body?
So I've lost about 40 lbs now. Which is good, but I don't see it. I mean when I see photos, I see it (you can look at my photos, goingto update it tonight) but I just don't see it when I look in the mirror. In my mind, I am still that size, I still have about 3 chins, etc... When does your mind catch up? I'm afraid if mine…
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Welcome! Feel free to introduce yourself!
Hello, My name is Ronney and I live in Phoenix Az with my husband of 18 years. I am just about 42 years old. I have 3 kids ages 25, 24 and 15. Diagnosed with Fibromyalgia about 14 years ago or so, I have a few other issues too but this is the main one. I have really changed up my diet in hopes that will help. So far, so…
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What has been the hardest thing you "gave up" since low carb
Just wondering what everyones "guilty pleasure" is/was prior to starting Low Carb? So far I am good, but I was at a dinner the other night and there was Cheesecake, I didn't eat any, and that alone is a HUGE nsv for me! haha... so just wondering if anyone else misses anything? or what do you splurge on every once in a…
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Grrr people not understanding! (rant, but whatever)
Do you guys find that people don't understand your condition and judge you rather quickly for it? My husband, we have been married for 18 years, I was diagnosed with fibromyalgia about 12-13 years ago, and I have since been diagnosed with arthritis in my hands, and I'm suspecting its also in my feet as they are quite…
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Whos going GeoCaching this weekend???
me me me!!! (oh! I'm in phx btw) I think we may go check ours out at Usery, that is what hubbie wants to do. I wanna go to South Mtn though and find some new ones;) Maybe we can do both! hrmmm Ronney
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What are you thankful for today?
I am thankful that my cold is on its way out it seems! woohoo:) nature God My family my dogs (which are also part of the family) a roof over my head a warm bed to sleep in food in the fridge I am thankful for an American Horror Story! hahahah (love love LOVE this show!) and survivor, best season ever! Now your turn!
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Swap Anyone???
stampinwithmb suggested a Christmas Card swap, but now we are going into the new year, just wondering if anyone would be interested in doing a swap? Card or otherwise? Some ideas are Page layouts: you will be signed up to do embellishments, mats, borders, etc... that someone can use to make a page lay out (we would need to…
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Job Hunting frustration....
Hello All, I am just wondering if any of you have been on the job hunt recently how soon did you find a job? I know everyone is different. But it's so frustrating! I know it will happen, but when??? LOL Ronney
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HELP! need more low carb snacks than just cheese...
Hey everyone, Let me start off by saying... I am not a fan of boiled eggs, wait, is egg salad and tuna salad made with Mayo a good protein) I need ways to get some more protein in my diet. I like things I can just grab and eat (ie Cheese, celery filled with cream cheese, etc) So, what are you favorite high protein/low carb…
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HELP RIGHT NOW!!! can i eat ham and brussel sprouts?
Or can I have chicken wings (homemade yummie) and brussel sprouts? I'm hungry!!!! if anyone can help or has some other suggestions that would be great. I love that I can have butter;) this makes me happy! I also have salad. I just need to get to the store with the list that I was provided, thanks so much! Ronney
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give me some advice, doc put me on low carb today!
Hey all, I have been trying to lose weight counting calories. I had a discussion with my doc today. I have been really good, started eating "clean" etc... Not to mention hiking, dancing, exercising, etc.... We discovered a thyroid problem a few months back, so my doc today suggested the Low Carb route. I'm kind of excited.…
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Fiber and Carbs?
I was going to post something here, but got the answer:) It was just about minusing fiber carbs from your total carbs. Thats pretty awesome:)
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Lower Carb Food... help me with shopping list please?
Hello Everyone! I went to the doc today and he wants me to do a lower carb diet as nothing seems to be working. I am already eating pretty clean, he just wants me to go to limit my sugar (even with fruit) and eat mainly lean proteins and low starch veggies. So please help me compile a shopping list and websites where I can…
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MFP has replaced FB for me...
anyone else? LOL
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Do I have to give up hummus?
When I looked up the carbs on this its soooo high:( Do I have to give it up? or are there any ways to make it less carby? I make mine home made, no tahini, I use chick peas, jalepeno, cilantro and garlic. Thanks! Ronney
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I started a Phoenix, AZ group... uh, hope its okay to post
I started a phoenix, AZ group, I hope its okay to post here, its just easier for me to keep up. If not, and I violated anything, i apologize. I just would love to get together with other people in phoenix who want to have a healthier life style
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TMI - My Urine is different?
Hello Everyone, So I am sorry if this sounds weird, but since I've been eating lower carb (under 20/day) which isn't for very long, my Urine is very dark and smells weird. Is this a normal phase? will it go away? I always drink my water. So me being hydrated isn't a problem. I have a bottle in my hand from the time I wake…
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Low Carb Headache?
I have had a head ache all day? Could this be due to going low carb? just curious. I started eating "clean" about a month and a half ago. I remember going thru "withdrawals". But I dont remember a head ache. so just asking. what were the side effects when you first began low carbing? thanks guys!
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First Ever Challenge for the group!
Yes, I know there is only 3 of us hehe... But a scrapbooking challenge! make 2 double page spreads (ei left and right side) by tomorrow at midnight! (whenever your midnight is) then post photoes of the pages here. Are you ladies up for the challengs? Ronney
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Doc appt today...
Hey all, Lately I'm noticing I'm swelling up alot. my hands and my legs below the knee is where I notice it most. Does anyone know what could cause this? I feel like I'm retaining water weight or something??? its just odd. And today I woke up and my left leg (below the knee) is not swollen but it hurts like crazy?! I am…
