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Why Eating Exercise Calories is so important.
I often hear people asking why eating your exercise calories is a good thing? These people think 'That's extra calories burned, so that will speed up my weight loss.' Well, yes and no. The thing is, your body needs fuel. Your metabolism, typically around between 1200 and 1800 calories, are the calories that your body will…
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Do we have to make it so complicated?
Eat more protein! Eat less fat! Eat less carbs! Eat less sugar! Eat less! Don't eat too little! Exercise more! Don't push yourself too hard! Calories don't matter! Of course calories matter! Eat 5 fruit and veg! Drink 8 litres of water! Go veggie! Go vegan! Go paleo! Eat what you want! SHUT UP! I hate being told what to…
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How to trick yourself into eating healthier.
Quite simply, eating healthier foods is so much better than eating foods packed with fat, sugar and sodium. They contain lots of vitamins and minerals, they keep you feeling fuller for longer (seriously), and it takes less of them to fill you up. I also find I have a lot more energy to exercise if my 200 calorie breakfast…
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Don't know if this counts as an NSV...
It's not really a big deal, but I felt like sharing. I can't really determine where the 7lbs (wooh) that I have lost have come off. But there are things that I've noticed about me that seem a little less... podgy. It could be entirely psychological, but all the same time it certainly makes me feel better :D - My fingers…
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Is too little fat/sodium bad for you?
I've been wondering this for a while, because I always seem to be under carbs, fat and sodium. I know people say that low carbs can be good for you, and obviously going over fat and sodium is bad. But what if you're too far under? I've worked hard to meet my protein, with protein powder as I'm vegetarian. Today Carbs -91…
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How many MFP friends do you have?
.... and do you regularily talk to them? I had a quick clean up of that friends I don't regularily speak to on and I'm on 101. How many do you have?
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Not enough time for exercise.
How it is for me: Wake up 7AM - Get ready - Leave house at 8.20AM Out until 4.30PM Working at home after 4.30PM ... varying levels, could take me all night. Gotta squeeze in dinner, shower, relaxing time etc. Bed at 11PM. I find that really I don't have enough time to get in that much exercise. I see some of you doing a…
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Do people's avatars make a difference to how you see them?
For example, if they have a picture of themselves, do you judge them for their weight even though this is a weight-loss/fitness website, do you prefer friends who have a slimmer body. And does it make a difference if their avatar isn't of them at all? <<< Such as. Curiosity :)
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Lighten the **** up!
I just had a Kit Kat Chunky. No regrets. Some of you take calorie counting and weight loss far too seriously. Remember, you are human and you only have one life to live. Do something with it! Don't spend all your time obsessing over carbs and macros and calories. I hear some of you saying 'oh, it's my friends brithday and…
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MFP - The only place you can...
What do you think? What can you do/say on MFP that you can't do/say anywhere else? The only place you can... say 'I hope you lose' and not make it sound like you're being a really bad competitor. The only place you can... say 'Well done for your loss' and make it not sounded like you're congratulating someone on the death…
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Protein Powder
I'm sure you've heard this a hundred times before but I tried searching 'Protein Powder' (honest!) and none of the results gave me the answer I wanted. I always struggle with protein intake, being a vegetarian - I'm often only on half the amount I need - so protein powder seems like something worthwhile to bump me up a…
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Sodium? Is it bad to eat to little?
Anyone in the know? I know it's bad to eat too much, but can you eat too little? Can you be deficient in salt and what are the problems with that? For example, I'm supposed to get 2500mg of sodium a day (according to the diary), but I've logged all my foods up until (and including) dinner and I'm only on 536. My food…
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Guilt - is there something wrong with me?
So, I started here last Friday. We're talking three days (and feeling good so far). For the most part (ignore Saturday) I have kept under my calories goals and just generally been making healthier choices (more fruit wooh!). You can see my food diary here: http://www.myfitnesspal.com/food/diary/azazelrabbit Today I have…
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Are you a grazer or do you plan meals? Which is better?
So, two types of people - those who graze food or snack throught out the day, and those who stick to specific meal plans. Which are you? Personally, I am a grazer. I like to snack on small things, so my stomach is constantly happy. I have a meal at night but during the day I don't really set meals out. Today, I've had…
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Not quite a newbie but might need some motivation :D
I used MFP for a while last year but I got distracted by lots of work and studying and, well, life basically. I put on quite a bit of weight since Christmas and I've only really just noticed. My trousers are a bit tighter than they used to be :( MFP really helped me last time round so I'm hoping the great support you guys…
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Craving sugar at night!! Halp D:
I don't know how to stop it. No matter what time I have dinner, I always have cravings for sugar until I go to bed - which can be between 11PM AND 2PM. This really shoves my calories up there. I found Fruit Pastilles ice lollies which are only 60calories and are great for occuping my mind. They also come in pack of 4 so if…
