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I'm back, please add me
I haven't been on this site in quite a while! Anyway, I am back, and after finishing my first year of nursing school, I need to trim off extra weight again. I am terrified to see what the number on the scale is, so I figured I would wait until my clothes feel better before I work up the nerve. Send me a friend request!
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Help! I can't seem to get enough protein.
Every time I try and get enough protein it seems like I go over my calorie limit. What are some of the foods you eat that has a great balance of protein to calories?
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Eating before workout
I never used to eat before a workout but now that I am getting into better shape I have increased the intensity of my workouts. Today I noticed that I was dizzy and out of it when I got done. I realize it is the combination of vasodilation and a blood sugar crash. What do you guys eat before a workout that avoids this…
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WAY Better Than Mayo!!
3 Tbsp reduced fat Mayo 2 Tbsp non fat plain yogurt 2 Tbsp shredded Parmesan 2 Tbsp chopped fresh basil 1 tsp lemon juice pepper to taste 24 calories for 2 Tbsp, makes 4 servings I love this stuff! Never will I have plain mayo again!
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running on a sprained ankle
I think I've sprained my ankle. It has been hurting a little since I started running 12 days ago, but after my run today it hurts a lot! There are crazy looking veins on the side of it too. Does anyone know how long I will have to stay off of it? I am really bummed about the setback!
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starting to jog...need advice!
I have a hiking trail behind my house that goes for 2 miles. Some of the trail is flat but most of it is downhill. I have never jogged before but I have noticed that walking is just not enough to lose the last 20 pounds that I would like. Any advice for a first time jogger? I hope to be able to eventually jog back but the…
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Only 3 pounds away from "normal weight!"
Just sending a thanks out to the cosmos for being only 3 pounds away from a BMI below 25. My lowest weight was 162 and that was tough for me to maintain. After gaining 33 pounds of it back, MFP got me back on track again. This time I'm keeping it off for good!!!
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The yo-yo Queen!
Well I'm back on mfp after gaining back 30 of the 95 pounds I originally lost. I thought I could take it back off without constant monitoring but I was wrong! I need more friends and a lot of encouragement please!!
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Ground Turkey Recipes?
The only thing I have made so far with ground turkey is chili. It was great, my husband even loved it, but now what? Does anyone have an awesome ground turkey recipe to share? Created by MyFitnessPal.com - Free Calorie Counter
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Orange roughy...is it really that bad?
I bought orange roughy at the store and when I came home to find recipes, I found a lot of sites that recommended banning the fish. Unfortunately, after that, I didn't want to waste the fish so I cooked it...and it was like lobster...amazing!! So how horrible would I be if I went back and bought it again? Is anyone…
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Benihana-like oriental salad dressing
This stuff rocks! ...and it's only 80 calories per (2 TB) serving! http://www.topsecretrecipes.com/Benihana-Ginger-Salad-Dressing-Recipe.html Created by MyFitnessPal.com - Free Calorie Counter
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salisbury steak
If you like salisbury steak and you want to pretend you're eating something processed and bad for you...this is your recipe! 1 pound 96/4 ground beef 1/4 cup bread crumbs (i use italian style) 2 egg whites cooking spray 3/4 cup water 3 Tablespoons tomato paste 2 Tablespoons red wine or sherry 1 1/2 teaspoons worcestershire…
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Do I count the milk?
I finally got my husband on MFP and he eats cereal for breakfast. He eats his cereal with milk but he doesn't drink the milk left in the bowl...do I count it? Created by MyFitnessPal.com - Free Weight Loss Tools
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how do you motivate your spouse?
Recently I have lost a lot of weight and I thought my husband would be motivated by my change. I have been trying to get him to think about his health, but I am doing it all wrong and it is hurting his feelings. Also, I feel disgusted because he has given me his opinions on when to exercise before our vacation while he…
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what kind of produce do you buy?
I always buy the old standbys lettuce, bell pepper, carrots... I'm heading into town to do some grocery shopping later and I was wondering if there are any produce items out there that are a little more exotic and filling. I would love to learn to prepare something new! Created by MyFitnessPal.com - Free Calorie Counter
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Still can't have a picture taken
I have lost a lot of weight in the last year and have no loose skin or other side effects from being heavy...in fact, I haven't looked this good since college, so why is it I still can't stand to have my picture taken? My profile pic is the only one I have since I lost the weight and I hate it! I don't consider myself a…
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Dieting and Breastfeeding
I am trying to lose weight while breastfeeding, but I'm finding that I am constantly hungry! I'm thinking about food 24-7! What types of foods and snacks will make me feel full without being too many calories?
