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Hello! why are you on FOPMAPS?
Hi everyone! My name is ashley, and I am brand new to the FODMAP diet idea. I have had IBS-C/D for the past 4 years, and have not yet found any solutions from doctors or otherwise. I have been now to 4 different doctors, each simply saying "eat more fiber, lose some weight, drink water, and work out." well...my mother…
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SIBO and fructose, help!
Hello everyone, I have been diagnosed for IBS for 4 years now, but it has always been moderate and pretty controllable (although annoying). Until recently...now I have constant bloating, often nausea, alternating BM, and cannot eat any foods that seem to contain a lot of carbs. The worst culprits are alcohol, soda, fruit…
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54 Days to go!
I've been working out and watching my calories since January 1st (yay me!). The sad news is I haven't lost a single pound, and my wedding is coming up in just under 2 months! Since I only have 15lbs to go (and would be happy with 10), I decided to try for the first time a low carb diet (south beach specifically). today is…
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LOW CARB VS LOW FAT CONFUSION
Ok I need some opinions! Here's the problem: Mom lost 20lbs (from 200lbs) following a low FAT diet and limiting her calories. Male riend lost 20lbs (from 220) on a low CARB diet. Both in a 2 month period. Both watched their calories, mom much much more than my male friend. I have been watching calories but not…
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Macronutrient Confusion!!!!!!!!!
Ok I need some opinions! Here's the problem: Mom lost 20lbs (from 200lbs) following a low FAT diet and limiting her calories. Male riend lost 20lbs (from 220) on a low CARB diet. Both in a 2 month period. Both watched their calories, mom much much more than my male friend. I have been watching calories but not…
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Cinnamon??
hi everyone! i've recently seen some articles claiming that cinnamon, especially taken in pill form, helps to even out blood sugar and also will help to lose weight. has anyone else heard of or had any experience with this? Specifically, if I am wanting to start the south beach diet, does anyone know if cinnamon will help…
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Cinnamon??
hi everyone! i've recently seen some articles claiming that cinnamon, especially taken in pill form, helps to even out blood sugar and also will help to lose weight. has anyone else heard of or had any experience with this? Specifically, if I am wanting to start the south beach diet, does anyone know if cinnamon will help…
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Please read and help...very discouraged
Hi everyone, I am feeling very discouraged today, as I have been trying to lead a healthy lifestyle since the first of the year and have hardly seen any results. I have a wedding and beach honeymoon to lose this weight for at the end of April, and am feeling like it just isn't going to happen despite my efforts! I am…
