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finding MY path after 65 years!!
Hi everyone, I just wanted to drop by, say hi, and let you know I am still going forward. A month ago, I made a commitment to myself, that I would spend 30 days eating healthy (no sugar or grains) and exercise every day. OR I could stop anytime I wanted to. But whatever decision I made was my final one as I was sick and…
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SWEET success! I am finding MY path!
Hi everyone, I just wanted to drop by, say hi, and let you know I am still going forward. A month ago, I made a commitment to myself, that I would spend 30 days eating healthy (no sugar or grains) and exercise every day. OR I could stop anytime I wanted to. But whatever decision I made was my final one as I was sick and…
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EAT TO LIVE - any followers
Hello, I have been away from here for some time now. And while I have not gained weight, I have not lost either. Still trying to figure out what is right FOR ME. My husband bought Joel Furhmans Eat To Live books about a year and a half ago after hearing him on tv. He has been trying ever since to get me to try it with him.…
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Why am I so hungry?
Between avacadoes, butter and coconut oil, I am certainly getting plenty of fat. And plenty of calories. But I find myself still starving by the end of the day. I am eating things like more fat and protein, but still........I feel like I am way too hungry. I am just on day 5. Do you think this will subside or might I be…
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Most important advice you can give to a newbie....
Since I am new at this, I am wondering what single thing you feel is most important for me to know about primal/paleo. Thank you so much!
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newly committed and questions......
I have finally decided I am going to do Paleo/primal for at least 90 days. It is time to commit. I am 63, have about 50 lbs to lose, need energy and stamina, and want to be HEALTHY! I am tired of struggling and I am just going to DO IT! HOWEVER, I am only on day three and I am so tired and my tummy hurts. I am eating lots…
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wow........how very very sad....
I came here looking for helpful information to make my voting decision in November. I definitely came to the wrong place. I am a christian and an independent. I base my politics on policy and facts, not on people bashing, hatred and fear mongering. I will be praying for all here and will move on to look for truthful…
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maybe it is time..........
to ask What would Jesus do? I am so tired of all the hatred spewed BY BOTH SIDES about the candidates for election. Why can't we just look at the issues, try to figure out the FACTS (not easy I know) and make our decisions based on Love and Peace. I have a feeling it would make a HUGE difference in the outcome. I am just…
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Whats your favorite kind of coffee to home brew?
I am looking for a coffee that I can make at home that actually tastes good and is not outrageously expensive.......I know you know what that is:bigsmile:
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regarding meat.....did any of you......
struggle with eating ONLY meat and eggs? I have done low carb off and on and I have to admit I am NOT a meat LOVER. I like meat.....but the thought of ONLY eating meat for an entire day does not appeal at all........especially long term. Did you find your body/tastes/etc adjusted? Is Dukan somehow different than other low…
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How is everyone doing??!!
Hi everyone......just wanted to check in and see how everyone is doing?? It has been a quiet week here this week! I am on day 4 and the last day of the attack phase and have been STUNNED with how easy it has been so far. I am not a big meat or egg eater.......but thank god for the dairy and fish.......it has been pretty…
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loose skin anyone?
I can't find another thread on this here......but am wondering if anyone has experienced loose skin as a result of losing weight so quickly with Dukan. I have lost the first 20 very slowly but just started Dukan so hope to take off the next 35 rather quickly.....ever the optimist :bigsmile: but wondering about loose skin…
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Is anyone on this board over age 60?
I am 63 and I am starting DD today! One of my concerns is losing weight so rapidly at my age and having sagging skin etc. I have about 35-40 lbs to lose. What have been your experiences? Thanks! :flowerforyou:
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I was feeling so good about my progess until........
I went to a family reunion this weekend all dressed up in my first new sundress all summer. I have been walking alot and have lost almost 20 lbs. I felt sooooo good about going to this reunion as most of my family is on the thinner side. UNTIL I saw the picture of me posted on facebook today by my sister (who is thin and…
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a true story of REAL LOVE!
http://www.twincities.com/ci_21273909/this-man-picture-is-worth-thousand-words-so
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I need your help with cutting out dairy
Hi everyone. I just want to say I have been reading here and trying to get in step with paleo/primal for over a month now and how very very helpful this group is. Thank you! I have gotten rid of grains and sugar and now I am working on dairy. Only becuase I have alot of sinus drainage and am hoping that will help. However…
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ws/is anyone else afraid to eat fat?
I am new to paleo and soooooooo afraid of the fat thing. I am 63, have higher cholesterol but do not want to go on medication and am willing to do what it takes to get healthy. I have been feeling soooooo much better and dropping weight since starting this just a few weeks ago...........BUT I struggle with eating fat. Has…
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starting over :(
I am starting over on cycle 1 because I feel like I did a half assed job on cycle one first time around and an even worse start to cycle 2. Let's see if I can actually follow the rules this time around. I am such a rule breaker and that is not always a bad thing.......but in this case........does me no good. Hope I survive…
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Bacon??
So bacon is okay to eat on paleo?? I was reading on Robb Wolf's website and he says this about eating paleo. "The Basic Paleo Plan Effective, lifelong fat loss is easy with Paleo foods. We recommend the majority of your meals look something like this: ■4-8 oz of lean protein such as chicken, lean beef, turkey, pork loin or…
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Paleo and protein powder?
Is it okay to use protein powder on Paleo/Primal? I am using a whey protein powder for breakfast every morning. It is organic, from no hormone cows, etc and very clean as far as added junk. Also no added artificial sweeteners. I use it beause I HATE eating early in the morning but I am hungry. I add frozen broccoli and a…
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TODAY IS A GREAT DAY!!!
As a cancer survivor with a husband who is also a cancer survivor, and being on limited income (my husband is retired) and paying way too much for health care, and worrying for 10 years now about losing our health care because we have "preexisting" conditions........today has not come soon enough! I can tell you, my…
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DELICIOUS pumpkin dessert! OR breakfast!!
Mix 1/4 cup pumpkin (canned), 2 T. ground flax seed, 1/4 c. eggbeaters, 2 pkts stevia, cinnamon to taste. Pour into dish/mug sprayed with oil. Microwave about 2 minutes (adjust for your microwave) Cool (if you can wait that long) Top with 1 small container of Activia Vanilla Yogurt (Light) soooooooooo GOOD!!! And very…
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WOOOHOOOO!!
Hi friends! I just wanted to post and let you know of my SUCCESS with this diet so far. I just started on Monday. Well sort of my own made up version of 17dd because I have not read the book yet LOL.......just going by what I am reading on the web. (the book is ordered and hopefully on its way).......so I am by no means…
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How to be a kind caring host and take care of self??
I just recently had my daughter and new baby grandson (with colic) home for 9 days. Granted this is not your usual type of house guest, however this is something I struggle with in other situations too. I set up a plan to exercise, nap when needed, had prepared food, even had a massage scheduled in the middle of it all. I…
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fibromyalgia pain.....what helps you cope?
I am going through a particularly bad flare up right now and am trying to find ways to cope. Right now what helps is eating clean and mostly just veggies, fruit and protein (even whole grains seem to be an issue......I am thinking I cannot even eat oatmeal :( , gentle yoga helps, getting enough rest helps, trying not to…
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VERY DANGEROUS POST!!!!
seriously....do not open this website.......unless you want some seriously delicious and very tempting recipes!!:bigsmile: :sad: this link will take you to a single serve pumpkin chocolate chip recipe that is low in calories and NOT made from a chemically laden cake mix......ENJOY:bigsmile:…
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yummy lummy low fat low carb DELISH! soup recipe
I made the best soup today and want to share the recipe with all of you! Saute 1 T olive oil, 1/2 large onion, stalks celery, 2 cups mushrooms, 3 cloves of garlic (all chopped) Add: 1.5 cartons (about 6 cups) chicken broth 1 pkg frozen cauliflower 2 T cooking sherry (opt) cook about 20 minutes till everything is mushy Use…
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Share your LOVES!!!
The most important people in my life today are my little grands:love: . I have not posted pics here before.......so bear with me:happy: My little granddaughter Audrey is 17 months old and sooooo much fun!!
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instead of cream in your coffee....you use??
looking for a healthier, lower calorie/fat option......and no milk will not do....must be creamy:bigsmile:
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instead of cream in your coffee...you use??
looking for a healthier, lower calorie/fat option......and no milk will not do....must be creamy :bigsmile:
