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Never meet potassium goal -- not even close
I have not been able to meet my potassium goal since I've been logging on MFP. Are there any suggestions for potassium rich foods or food combinations that boost potassium. I'm concerned about the possible effects of too little potassium over time. I've had bouts of foot cramps and I wonder if that is the reason behind…
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Chicken Stir Fry with Sun Dried Tomato Dressing
Quick and simple and low calorie meal. 2 cooked boneless, skinless chicken breasts (approx 4 oz each), cut in strips Olive oil (approx 1 Tbsp) 1 pkg Kroger Asian Stir Fry Vegetables 1 Tbsp Ken's Fat-Free Sun Dried Tomato Vinaigrette Dressing 1/4 tsp Tony Chachere's Creole Seasoning Stir fry the frozen vegetables with olive…
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Do you work out or rest when you're sick?
I feel like I'm coming down with either a cold or flu-like something. I'm stuffy but sneezing and achy, but not sure if that's from yesterday's lifting or illness. I didn't do my normal circuit training today. I just took a short brisk walk at work to get some exercise in. When you're feeling a little sick, how do you…
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Getting protein without all the other stuff
I'm not a big meat eater. How do I get even close to my protein macro without going over in sodium and fat? My diary is open. I know cutting out the processed foods will help lower the sodium, but I struggle regularly with getting enough protein. I even added some protein shakes (approx 15 g per serving), but they add a…
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Skinny fat or heavy lean?
Which is more taxing on the body and overall health... to have a lower body weight with a not so decent body fat% or to weigh more but have more lean mass? The reason I ask it that I want to lose about 40 more lbs overall. I have been doing strength/cardio intervals for the most part. More strength than cardio, but…
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Estimating exercise burn
What is the most accurate way to estimate calories burned from exercise without an HRM? I use a combination of MFP and Livestrong to estimate calories burned based on the type of workout, duration and my weight. If I do machine exercises, I use the number from the machine but I allow it to track my heart rate and I enter…
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OK. I give up... I can't find the answer. Net what amt?
My BMR is 1478 (rounded). TDEE being used is 2291 (not sure whether I'm moderately or very active) Cut (15%) = 1947 I set my MFP calorie goal to 1944 (40/30/30). I work out 6-7 days per week. I average about 7 hrs total workout time per week. My daily workout includes compound workouts (strength combined with cardio -…
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TDEE and activity level setting
I need help making sure I'm not exaggerating my TDEE. My RMR is roughly 1480. I work out 6-7 days per week. Mostly strength training circuits and some cardio/Tae Bo. My average workout time daily is between 35 and 60 mins. I have a desk job, but I get up regularly to walk around getting things and I take the stairs instead…
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Added sugar vs. naturally occurring sugar
I am doing pretty well at managing my caloric intake. However, someone advised me that if my sugar intake is over the daily limit, my weight loss can still be stalled by that. When monitoring sugar intake, should fruit sugars and dairy sugars be taken into account in the daily limit? I read an article that says women…
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Correct approach for upper abs
I see definition in my abs -- 6 distinct sections. However my waist measurements are not going down. I've only lost 11 lbs and I want to lost about 45 more to get to my goal weight. My abdomen seems bloated. Any suggestions? Is this just a wait until I lose more weight thing or should I be watching out for certain foods?…
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15 days on and no consistent weight loss
I'm trying to stay motivated. I know I've had some wacky diet days, but I've incorporated more consistent exercise (strength and cardio). Before I started logging here, I'd already eliminated red meat. I only drink water and green tea -- no soda or juices. I eliminated poultry in February by substituting meatless items…
