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Vitamin D issues
Has anyone else with Type 2 noticed issues with vitamin D? While trying type 2 medications my Dr randomly tested my vitamin D to realize I had none aka critically deficient a reading of 0. While trying to control by blood sugar I also started taking vitamin D (varying formats, varying amounts, varying brands) all in an…
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Anyone else done with their diabetes?
As much as I like everyone here, I would love to click that "Leave Group" button some day. Not to diss anyone but because I'd like to not need a Type 2 Diabetes Support Group. I'm done struggling with medications, sugar spikes, monitoring, poking myself, figuring out the glycemic indicator on everything from foods I don't…
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Weight Watchers for Men
Any men doing this? Thoughts on what you think?
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Diabetes Information
Came across a comprehensive article that provides a lot of information. I'm not validating it for correctness but gave me some things to think about., thought I would share it. http://adam.about.net/reports/Diabetes-diet.htm
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Non-Meat High Protein Foods
I'm trying to get more protein, less fat and less carbs. Looking at MFP diary I can see how my meat choices add protein but what non-meat alternatives are there to protein intake? I want to try to balance higher protein intake throughout the day and I'm looking for high protein snack ideas.
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Men trying to build muscle, food plans
I'm looking to add friends who will share their food plans. I've been working hard for 8 weeks. I've seen minimal muscle growth in chest and shoulders, not nearly as much as I expect. I feel stronger and my lifts are getting better and heavier. I'm struggling with getting enough calories throughout the day. I tried high…
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What Whey products do you take
What whey products do you take and do you take any other supplements? I'm currently taking the GNC Mens Sport Vitamin in the AM, making a whey shake with banana and pb using MuscleTech 20 gram protein in the AM and then using 2 scoops of muscletech post workout. I switched from the 100% Whey Gold Standard to the MuscleTech…
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Guys building mass, workout programs and diet
Any guys out there trying to build mass willing to share their workout programs and/or diet? I'm trying to reduce fat (30%) and bulid muscle in chest, back, shoulders and arms. I've been following a workout program in "The New Rules of LIfting" for several weeks and feeling results but everyone says I'm doing too much.…
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Hot Tub and/or Sauna post workout
Anyone find hot tub and sauna beneficial after working out? I had been told hot tub was good to soak your muscles after an intense workout and that the sauna was beneficial to help with the muscle building process (blood flow, sweat, water reduction,etc.) . A) Anyone else do this and B) Anyone got actual research on either…
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Pre/Post Workout Fueling
Looking for suggestions on pre/post workout fueling. Currently I try to eat 1-2 hours before working out. I workout primarily after work. At first I was eating PBJ sandwich and an apple 1 hour before, however this sat bad in my stomach and I kept getting close to vomiting during strength training. I moved it to 2 hours…
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If every day were like today...
If every day were like today... You'd weigh 229.8 lbs in 5 weeks . Well today is like every other day for the last 8 weeks and I gained 5 pounds instead of losing the 15 you thought I would. Not sure I trust this tool.
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What is your favorite Tofu receipe?
I want to start substituting animal protein with more plant based protein. My new motto is EAT GREENER AND CLEANER. As such I want to start experimenting with Tofu. What are some of your favorite receipes or uses for tofu?
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Why use powdered veggie/fruit mix
I got into a debate recently about using powdered mix to meet fruits and veggies. A trainer recommended putting powder veggie mix into my shakes to meet the minimum recommended fruits and veggies. Mixes such as: Greens First. However when I look at what is contained for fat, carbs and proteins I have to wonder why would…
