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Which protein powder? (low sugar & tasty)
Hi, looking for recommendations for protein for women that I can add to my morning smoothie for a breakfast meal replacement. Wanting something that tastes great but all low in sugar and carbs etc. Been having chia, pb2, coco milk but need it to be slightly more filling to last me until lunchtime. Also is it better to buy…
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2nd Trimester Mommies?
Hi All, I am due in June and looking for encouragement for healthy eating during this pregnancy. who else is expecting?
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What do you eat? need examples please
Hi All, Just switching over to low carb as have wheat intolerance and find I have more energy going low carb low gi style. Can you give me an example of what you eat each day or show me your diary? Trying to stick with meals at 15 grams max
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Weekend struggles - I heart wine
I have a lot of trouble with my weekends. I am super good during the weekdays, lots of fresh heathly foods and gym but it comes to Friday and attitude changes. Biggest problem is the routine of having a wine when I get home from work on a friday which turns into a bottle, sometime even two and then usually take out thai…
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Wheat free lunch ideas for work?
Hi All, Any one got any good suggestions for lunchtime on workdays? Something I can prepare at home or assemble easy at work. Grain free/gluten free.
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How long does food keep fresh for? (weekly prepping)
I am seeing a lot of good ideas for cooking on sunday for the work week but I am always paranoid about food poisioning and how long good stays fresh. Can you give me an idea on how long you can store prepped food in the fridge, "googling" has a variety of different answers. eg chopped veggies cooked chicken cooked meat…
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HIIT for beginners
Hi mfp'ers, I am keen to try HIIT as heard many people having great results doing this. Can anyone give me pointers on where to start as I am pretty unfit. high for one minute rest for two minutes etc Can I just run fast for the minute or should I be doing all over workout like burpees?
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Motivational Quotes for willpower?
Hi MF Pals, Anyone got any good motivational quotes for me? I wish to put a few up around to prevent me from "falling off the wagon" (again). Having a hard time with willpower and self sabotage lately. Got to exercise that willpower muslce in order to make it stronger!
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When you think you are doing everything right but not working, what did you change?
Curious to hear about those success stories as I hear alot of people (myself included) baffled on to why the scale is not moving after exercising and logging. My eating is pretty good, I mostly weigh my food and exercise regularly but I am still at heaviest weight, just does not make sense. Were you in the same boat? when…
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2015 Brides and Grooms
Anyone getting married next year? Starting January I am about the ramp up the training and get lean for my wedding in June. Pretty much just been maintaining lately but looking to lose about 5 kilos for the big day and feel good in the most expensive dress I will probably ever wear. Looking for support buddies and general…
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Tea for one
Lately been discovering the awsomeness of tea - filling and distracting from eating bad foods. Keen to try different types though, so what is your favorite? I have been having: black tea, green tea (strawberry infused) and peppermint.
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takeaway/foodcourt options?
When you are stuck with buying lunch or dinner from a food court etc. What would you get? lately I have been having nando's paella, comes in at under 500 calories but super filling
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One minute low carb muffin
Easy low carb gluten free breakfast: 1/4 flaxseed 1 egg pinch baking power & salt 1/4 oil (olive/coco) mix in mug and micro for one minute Then you can top how you like or if you wish to make sweet add stevia/maple/cacao etc Mine came out at 280 calories but super filling and quick for a breaky in 5 minutes.
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Challenge - No alcohol for 2 weeks!
After realising I had over 3 bottles of wine over the weekend and that is a regular occurence, I have set myself a challenge for no booze for two full weeks including two full weekends. Who wants to join me and keep each other motivated?
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Spirooli/Spirilizer recipe ideas
Just got a spirilizer and after recipes or ideas. So far have made Zucchini noodles and combo carrot/zucchini and just sauted in olive oil and used as subsitute for pasta. Pretty good so far.
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Is age really a factor or an excuse?
So my diet has stayed the same and been on here awhilel so I know what I should and should not be eating/excercising etc but now I am getting into my thirties my weight has slowly been going up for no reason. I have gained an extra 10% within the last year. And trying to lose it now is alot harder than in my twenties, I…
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Help - suggestions needed for my 3pm sugar craving
A couple of hours after lunch feel the urge to inhale chocolate. Was thinking of making something choclatey with protein powder kinda like a chocolate pudding or slice. Anyone help me with creating a receipe for my afternoon snack. Ideally high in protein and fibre so it's filling but under 200 calories..... And no I…
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Healthy blondies
I made these on monday night and being enjoying for my 3pm snack everyday this week. I cannot taste the chickpeas at all. 1 1/2 cups chickpeas or white beans (1 can, drained and rinsed very well) (250g after draining) 1 almost brown banana 3/4 tsp baking powder 1/4 tsp salt 2/3 cup granulated sugar of choice sub…
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Veggie box delivery
I think I have asked this before but cannot find. Wanting to get fruit/veggie box delivered weekly. Anyone got any hot tips for Brisbane region? cheap , fresh, organic preferably.
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Zero calorie chocolate?
I would try this: "If self-restraint and portion control isn't your thing, a craving-quencher hailed as the ultimate snack substitiue might soon be hitting shelves. One inventor has come up with the Listerine Strip-type product called Cravings, which tastes of delicious milk chocolate but contains no sugar and absolutely…
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Week 1 Induction - Nothing lost?
Finding it strange that I have not yet lost any weight even water weight. I am eating, eggs, meat, cheese, nuts and low starch veggies (under 20 net carbs) I was lowish carb to start with (under 100 grams) but have put on 5 kilos in last couple of months that I was trying to shed. Any ideas? anyone else have the same…
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Atkins products on induction?
Can I eat these products on induction? Just picked up the chocolate shake and was thinking a good arvo snack or dessert option.
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Fruit/Veg Delivery
Thinking of getting a box of fruit and vegetables delivered weekly. I think this will encourage me to eat more of the good stuff and less crap. Also think it might last longer than the supermarket stuff as coming straight from farm? Can anyone recommend me a supplier that delivers to Brisbane area?
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Chocolate could PREVENT obesity - woohoo!
Article I just read: http://www.dailymail.co.uk/health/article-2595990/Chocolate-PREVENT-obesity-Scientists-say-antioxidant-cocoa-stops-weight-gain-lowers-blood-sugar.html Chocolate could PREVENT obesity: Scientists say antioxidant in cocoa stops weight gain and lowers blood sugar• Flavanols in dark chocolate fight weight…
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Party food ideas for toddlers
Hi all you parents out there, wanting suggestions on what to serve at a 3 year old's birthday party. Not want to pile them with sugar so healthy options would be appreciated. cheers
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Slow Cooker Recommendations?
Hi All, Looking at getting a slow cooker for the winter to make lots of heathly stews and soups. Can anyone recommend me a cheap brand that works well for you?
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Hawaiian Holiday - Ideas please
Is anyone from Hawaii or been there? I am in Australia and planning one week there in June. Would love recommendations on where to stay and what to do. Arriving into Honolulu. Modest budget. Enjoy pina coladas and getting caught in the rain :glasses: :drinker:
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How many do you have per day?
Coffee that is..... I started off the year with one per day and now upto four :drinker:
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Dry February Challenge
Ok I am putting my hand up. Yes I have a problem with drinking, it ruins all my hard work. I am a weekend binge drinker and with drinking leads to bad food choices. So for the month of February I am going cold turkey, not even a glass of wine. Who wants to join me?
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Do you suffer from sugar cravings or constant hunger?
My friend just sent me this, I thought it was interesting and thought I would share it: Do you suffer from sugar cravings, needing a sweet fix or constant hunger? Can't stop eating ? In normal circumstances, after you have eaten enough, your hormone leptin sends a signal to suppress the release of dopamine, thereby…
