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An amusing LC video ...
Well, it amused me anyway ... http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zT_1dCbbR4I
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Happy Holidays
Although I don't low carb deliberately any more (I'm more a 'refined carb and subsequent cravings aware' kind of deal these days) I'd just like to wish the group a safe and enjoyable break. Thanks for keeping me entertained and informed this year. Good luck with whatever works for you and don't stress the food and drink…
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Test Your Blood Glucose On Your iPhone/iPod Touch
I stumbled on this and guess this may be of interest to some in here, $99 apparently: http://www.bgstar.com/web/ibgstar Technology ... amazing ...
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Psoriasis - Too many eggs?!
Hey all, Whilst I've been making good progress on the fat-loss front and my energy has been great I've been battling some psoriasis that comes and goes around the hairline. Knowing it to be an auto-immune issue I believe it to be diet-related as it seems worse these days and I haven't really changed anything else (I'm not…
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My First MFP Diary Entry, How Things Change
I've just been trawling back through my MFP history for fun (yeh, I am THAT bored ... and it's too hot here for physical activity ;) ). My initial 2 months was low fat and the last 7 months have been low carb, it's made for some interesting reading and food choices. My last slice of bread was consumed on March 21st ... and…
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Pepsi Max, Blood Sugar, Ketone Levels
Obviously it is just one man's experiment but the results on blood ketone levels (not the inaccurate urine levels) in particular are interesting: http://www.dietdoctor.com/is-pepsi-max-bad-for-your-weight There are many reasons to avoid Pepsi Max (and diet drinks in general, I get headaches and hunger on aspartame) and…
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Ketosis Goes Mainstream
I note that the Optifast VLCD ad on TV in Oz at the moment promotes that new fangled idea (not), ketosis, as it's main weight-loss feature. http://www.optifast.com.au/optifastvideo.aspxhttp://www.optifast.com.au/ketosis.aspx Induction: 800 calories (with Optifast products, of course) Transition: 880 calories (with Optifast…
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Diabetes ... Asian, African and Caribbean descent
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-19545697British people of South Asian, African or African Caribbean descent are significantly more likely to develop Type 2 diabetes than their European counterparts, researchers have warned. Half had developed the disease by the age of 80 in a study of 4,200 people living in London -…
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Intermittent Fasting For Women (Caution)
As IF seems to be generating a lot of interest in the nutritional world (and I can see the logic in it, if done correctly and the person is in good metabolic shape) I thought I would post this interview: http://www.fatburningman.com/stefani-ruper-paleo-for-women-intermittent-fasting/ I thought it was an interesting take on…
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Low Carb vs 'Balanced' Diet Energy Needs Different?
OK, this is something I have been mulling over this afternoon as I, once again, was not particularly hungry ;) We know that low carbing isn't really about calories and that we should not obsess about them ... Eat whole, natural, filling foods when hungry, keep the blood sugar level and let the body sort it out. Fair…
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Low Carb Related Videos
There is some good stuff here: http://www.makeitfunanditwillgetdone.com/need-to-lose-weight/the-mouth-trap-videos/ John Briffa is a new name for me and worth a watch. On another tack, here is an alternative MyPlate which gets my approval: http://zieglar.files.wordpress.com/2011/10/248779_1772553558807.jpg
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Mainstream Press Reports That A Calorie Isn't Just A Calorie
But also reports that a high carb diet is the way to go ... http://www.brisbanetimes.com.au/lifestyle/diet-and-fitness/a-calorie-is-not-just-a-calorie-20120627-211l7.html I guess we are all wrong then, apparently we are headed for diabetes ... how so is beyond me :)
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The Men Who Made Us Fat (I actually typed Fart by mistake)
A new BBC series, looks like the kerazy notions of the Yudkins, Taubes' and Naughtons of this world are going to get some mainstream exposure for a change, good to see: http://www.zoeharcombe.com/2012/06/the-men-who-made-us-fat/ It's available on UKNova (torrent site) and I'd wager is worth a watch ...
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Low Carb Snack Recommendation - Pork Coo
Just had some of these, quite nice, and as we all know you can't get enough bacon in your life ;) They do other flavours too. Mmmm, reminds me of Mr Porky's pork scratchings (probably an obscure UK thing ...). Foodjoy Pork-Coo - Pork Rinds (Original Flavor) 56 grams 292 kcals 0 carbs 15 fat 39 protein
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Age and Positive Reactions To Low Carbing
I have a theory that the older the person is the more likely they are receptive to the logic of low carbing. Especially if they also need to drop some fat. I guess this is because they are more likely to have had their metabolism kicked around by excess carbohydrate and see the logic in reducing the very thing that is…
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One Man'
(edit) Calorie deficit clearly affecting my ability to type a thread title, it was meant to be 'One Man's Approach' ;) I hover around the 1200 cals mark at the moment (40 year old male, 5ft 10, 89ish kilos looking to hit 85 and nuts to the BMI), usually a tad under. My MFP goal is around 1850 and I am basically ignoring it…
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Cake Retention Is Not A Valid Excuse
Howdy forum, a 40 year old fairly active male with prior bad refuelling habits seeks similar. Sorry, wrong site. Seriously, I love the MFP app, it's really opened my eyes to what I was opening my mouth for. I've not been on any diets before, not counted calories, I swore I wouldn't need to. I was wrong. :) Apparently the…
