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You've got to try my favorite food!!
Do you have a favorite food or seasoning that has made a huge difference in your weight loss journey? I have a few, and without breaking any MFP advertising rules, I'd like to share them with you. Having options that have a lot of flavor, but not a lot of phony or unhealthy ingredients is what gets me through the day…
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Which protein powder do you like and why?
I've been struggling with the decision of whether or not to add protein powder to my (vegan or not?) diet. I just discovered a protein powder that has just three organic ingredients: Hemp, E3Live and Maca. It's made in Canada by Ruth's Goodness. It has 120 calories, 14 grams of protein, 9 carbs, plus fiber and lots of…
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Where have fava beans been all my life? YUM!!
I just harvested my first fava beans (green.) I'd never eaten them before, but just planted them because they're good for the garden soil. I shelled them, blanched them for a few minutes, popped them out of their little skins and they're my new favarite thing!! I love them - great for snacking especially if you want to eat…
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Amaranth recipes?
I've had some Amaranth grain in my cupboard for several weeks, but haven't gotten around to finding a recipe. I'm interested in adding it to my diet because it is higher in protein than most other grains, especially the amino acid lysine. It's also gluten free, for those of you who are sensitive. Do I toast it first? Rinse…
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"Cream" of Celery Root Soup
This soup has a surprisingly rich, creamy feel in your mouth, but it's just pureed veggies, potato, and chicken broth, and only 80 calories per cup. One cup keeps me full a long time. Enjoy! "Cream" of Celery Root Soup Makes 8 cups 1 box of Trader Joe's Organic Free Range Chicken Broth (or 4 cups of your favorite broth)…
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Calcium sources for vegans
Are there any vegan dieters out there who have customized your goals for protein, fat and carbs? If you'd like to share with me what you did, and why, I would be grateful. Also, do you have a favorite source of calcium? Right now I have mine at 60% Carb, 15% Protein, and 20% Fat. I eat only whole grains, beans, lentils,…
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Puzzled Vegan
Hi - I'm pretty new to this site, and looking for some insight from other vegan dieters. I began a vegan diet about 3 !/2 months ago and lost 35 pounds without ever counting calories. I felt hungry and deprived for only the first four days, but since then, the vegan diet has been really satisfying and enjoyable.…