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Got gas?
I'm just gonna put it out there... So I just started taking protein powder. And oh dear... does protein give you rank gas,or what?! If so, Jillian Michaels must have to sleep alone because of all the protein she takes...
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WTF am i doing?!
So I really don't know what I'm doing. Initially I was counting calories to lose some weight. Now I don't have much more to lose, just a little fat - I don't necessarily want to lose "weight" I just want to get leaner. My understanding is that when you're restricting calories, your muscle suffers as well. I'm currently…
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Intermittent Fasting
Ok so I want to pick some brains... I was reading online at www.myomytv.com about IF. Fasting from 8pm-12pm every day and exercising during the fast burns body fat, not calories consumed so you lose fat quicker. Has anyone tried this? Is it more effective than just counting calories and eating around the clock? Thoughts?…
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Mongolian Grill... HELP!
How do I count the calories at a Mongolian Grill? I had only veggies, meat and sauce. Broccoli, Cabbage, Green Pepper, Zucchini, Sprouts, Jalapeno, Onions, Green Onions, Pineapple, Tofu, Chicken. Sauce: 2 hot sauce, 2 mongolian sauce, 1 garlic sauce and then of course the house sauce that looks like soy sauce was added…
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Homeostasis?
So it seems IMPOSSIBLE to lose any more fat by just diet alone. No matter how I starve myself thin I stay at the same weight. So I thought, too few calories? Some suggested I up my calories. So I did. I was set to lose .5 lb/wk. I did that for a week or so then back to the 1 lb/wk. Nothing. NOTHING. Why is it so hard to…
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Moroccan Zucchini Boat!
I had a huge zucchini so I got creative! I hollowed out the huge flavorless zucchini and baked it w/a little EVOO and salt/pepper. I sauteed: 2 chicken breasts 1 zucchini 1 yellow squash about 3/4 of a big slicer tomato 1/2 white onion Added cumin, cinnamon, cayenne pepper, garlic salt and pepper. Cumin:cinnamon:cayenne=…
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How do I log Ripped in 30 workouts?
I don't have a heart rate monitor, how do I log my workouts? Low impact aerobics? It's kind of a hybrid of strength training and aerobics... help!
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Chronic Swiss Chard!
Chronic Swiss Chard Cut leaves in half, length wise. Then layer and cut crosswise (like if you were chopping celery). About 1 inch wide cuts. Boil for about 2 minutes, until slightly limp. Strain and layer in a baking dish. Top with butter and grated cheese. Bake until cheese is melted. It’s DEEEEEELICIOUS! Not necessarily…
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What do I make with this big bad boy?
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Tuna wrap with lots of greens!
La Tortilla Factory Low Carb/High Fiber Wrap 5 oz. can of tuna swiss chard leaf alfalfa sprouts low fat provolone cheese mustard Total cals: 266 Total fat: 9 Total protein: 39 Total carbs: 22 Layer it, broil to melt the cheese, wrap and go! Yum!
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Looking for friends with similar goals
I'm looking for people with similar goals so we can work towards the same goal together and support/motivate one another. I don't have much "weight" to lose (5-10 lbs) but I want to turn my fat into muscle, so I may even gain weight. The number on the scale is not my priority. How my clothes fit and how I look IS! My main…
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Can anyone else live off of turkey burgers?!
Grilled seasoned turkey burger patty with melted cheese on top. Side of veggies. Done. I could eat that every day until the day I die. Never gets old. Good stuff.
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Reduced calorie yummy VODKA DRINK
I order a vodka and water and add some crystal light. Yum. A lot less calories than juice!
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Super Low Cal DELICIOUS Eggplant Curry Recipe - Chicken opti
So I tried this recipe and fell in love INSTANTLY! It's pretty easy and low calorie. I double the recipe so I use the whole eggplant. INGREDIENTS: 1. 1/2 fresh whole eggplant, unpeeled 2. 1 Tbsp. extra virgin olive oil 3. 1/2 tsp. cumin seed (if you don’t have any, substitute 1/4 tsp. cumin powder) 4. 1/2 cup fresh white…
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Eating more calories?
So I upped my calories (to lose .5 lb/wk rather than 1 lb/wk) since I'm no longer making any progress and haven't for about a month (I only have about 5-10 lbs to lose) but I'm having trouble eating healthy AND eating all of my calories. Should I not eat as healthy? For instance, I planned out all of todays meals and I…
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Indian Breakfast Burrito
So it's 8pm and I'm starving I have 800 calories to eat and no food in the kitcen. I whipped up a pretty good breakfast (dinner) burrito that I'll definitely be making again. Just sauteed some tomato in olive oil, added red curry paste, then added eggs (3), salt, some curry powder and cayenne. Shredded some parmsan cheese…
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Low calorie vs. low carb
They say the last 5-10 lbs is the hardest to lose. I'm wanting to lose fat and become lean. Low calorie is just simply no longer working for me. Soon I will be working on toning up but in the meantime I've been watching my calories and this "lose 1 lb/week" thing just doesn't seem to be working. I've been where I'm at for…
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Diet advice
Ok, a little about me: I'm 26, 5'8", 130 lbs. I've lost 10 lbs by changing my diet. I walk a lot at my job and when I get home, I'm tired and crash out in the recliner. I've been eating around 1400 cals/day, my water intake needs much improvement. I leave for work early in the AM, I don't always eat breakfast and by 10am…
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Sweet tooth? Don't want the extra cals?
I turned my breakfast smoothie into a popcicle. Blueberries, raspberries, strawberries and a banana. Mix the frozen fruit w/water and blend! So sweet, delicious and HEALTHY! Another fav shake of mine is chocolate almond milk w/ raspberry sorbet (blender). Just think... Smooth, creamy, chocolate raspberry heavencicle! I…
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Diet help!
Ok, a little about me: I'm 26, 5'8", 130 lbs. I've lost 10 lbs by changing my diet. I walk a lot at my job and when I get home, I'm tired and crash out in the recliner. I've been eating around 1400 cals/day, my water intake needs much improvement. I leave for work early in the AM, I don't always eat breakfast and by 10am…
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Anyone have an egg muffin recipe?
I'm looking for an easy egg muffin (or egg cup) recipe so I can eat my breakfast on the go. I'm looking for low calorie/low carb, so I can cook up 6-12 or so in a muffin tin. I have a lot of spinach to use too! I don't use egg beaters - I use regular eggs, but can omit some of the yolks to keep the calories down. Looking…
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Weight loss help - calorie deficit
So I always hear the last 10-15 lbs are the hardest to lose. Well I have just a little bit of weight to lose and my understanding is that it is a calorie deficit that causes you to lose weight. Burning more calories than consumed. Diet = calorie deficit. Exercise = calorie deficit. I have been sticking at the same weight…
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Easy breakfast burrito - 181 cals
Don Pancho low carb/high fiber wraps (70 cals) 3 scrambled egg whites (51 cals) 2 slices butterball original turkey bacon (50 cals) 2 tbsp Safeway Select southwest salsa (10 cals) Super easy and delicious! I'm interested to see your simple and low cal breakfast ideas!
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My favorite smoothie concoction thus far! 200 cals!
So I've been on a smoothie kick, incorporating spinach into everything. I'm a fan of nutrition on the go! But this evening all I could think about was my boyfriends chocolate fudge icecream in the freezer. Calling me. So... here was my healthy choice today: 1/2 cup fat free raspberry sorbet (110 cals) 3/4 cup dark…
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Sucker for alfredo? I AM! Try this!
I got the idea from a post on here and I tried my own variation! It was great! 3/4 C whole wheat pasta Apx 3/4 C skim/fat free milk (I didn't measure) 4 wedges Laughing Cow light garlic & herb cheese 1/2 Zuccini thinly shaved with a vegetable peeler (I used a cheese slicer) - you can use any veggie you want! Freshly ground…
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Camping recipes needed!
I'm going camping for 2 nights for my birthday and I want to avoid the hot dogs, soda and chips whenever possible. Does anyone have any simple camping snacks/recipes? I must save my calories for the beer :)
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Easy 3 ingredient breakfast shake
In a blender mix: 1 banana (110 calories) 1 cup Almond Milk (60 calories) 4 Tbsp Ovaltine malt mix (80 calories) Ice cubes to chill and thicken Total: 250 Calories I love this recipe. I throw it all in a blender and drink it on the way to work. Simple and delicious! You can even try chocolate almond or soy milk and cut out…
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Need a new dressing recipe for your greens? Try this!
Equal parts berry preserves and white vinegar. The sweetness of the preserves works well with the vinegar and it's delicious! I also love it on my salmon! I've also tried it with rapsberry preserves and it's delicious! Example: Blueberry vinaigrette Serving size: 2 tbsp Calories: 30 Carbs: 7
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Dinner help!
Help! I'm hungry and about to break into the "no-no's" in the cupboard! I need a simple chicken recipe. I have a bunch of boneless skinless chicken breasts and there was a great sale today and I got a lot of spinach (fresh) in hopes of blanching it and freezing it. I am not a huge salad fan... Anyone have any ideas? My…
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3 ingredient quick and easy breakfast shake!
In a blender add: 1 banana (110 cals) 4 tbsp Ovaltine (80 cals) 1 cup Almond Milk (60 cals) Add some ice cubes to the blender to thicken the mixture. Total of 250 cals. Enjoy!
