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Can you substitute low fat milk with almond milk in baking?
Could I use almond milk instead of low fat milk when making muffins or other baking? Do I just need the moistness of the milk or is there something else that real milk does in baking that almond milk wont? Thanks! :)
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Those who lost 20-30lbs... how long did it take you?
I'm just curious how long it took you to lose the weight and what you did to lose it (ie. exercise regime, diet plan, cut out certain foods, etc.)? I know it is different for everyone I am just curious to see everyone elses! And if you have before/after pics I'd love to see them :)
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Starting to exercise, should I expect a weight gain?
I started losing weight on Aug. 1st and have lost around 9/10 lbs in these 3 weeks. However, I did so without exercise because I have had a nasty cough and cold so exercise was pretty difficult (and I was too lazy to do even small things lol) Now that my sickness is almost gone, I am going to start going to the gym…
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Mcdonald's Iced Coffee Calories??
I've been researching online for the calories for a "McDonald's Medium Iced Coffee, No extra flavoring, made w/ Skim Milk" (instead of cream). All I can find is the same thin but an iced LATTE, not coffee. (60 cals for the Latte w/ skim). And the menu at McDonald's has both Iced Latte and Iced Coffee, which tells me that…
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Is 115 too low for me?
Hey guys! Ive decided that I want a goal weight of around 115 to 120. Of course, if 125 or 120 makes me happy I wont strive for 115 yada yada but its nice to have a goal in mind. I'm female, 18 years old, 5'3", and started this weightloss 2 weeks ago at 149.5 lbs (chubby at this weight). I was also chubby but not as mch at…
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NEW MEMBERS PLEASE READ (FAQ)
Hello all! I hope you are enjoying the group so far, you can do it! I thought I would post this just to clear up any confusion ahead of time. If you have any further questions, feel free to message me :) 1. There is no specific diet/exercise plan to lose 30 lbs in 90 days. We are just a support group that is challenging…
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Jambalaya calories?
Hey all! I'm having Jambalaya for dinner tonight and I'm going to just estimate the cals. It is sausage and shrimp Jambalaya, and I checked in the database on MFP - some say its 510 cals for 1 cup, some say 175-200, and some say 313, etc. How many calories would you say are in 1 cup of shrimp and sausage jambalaya? On…
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30 Day Shred anyone??
I've tried doing the 30DS numerous times but always gave up after about 7 days or less. This time I'm going to do it, I'm going to start it today, does anyone want to start it with me today or tomorrow or has anyone already started/finished?
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Wednesday Weigh In - WEEK 4 (1 MONTH WOO)
HELLO ALL! Heres the new wednesday weigh in page I hope you're all kicking BUTT
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Know any GOOD weightloss/healthy food blogs?
Hello! I'm looking for good weightloss blogs or good and healthy food blogs, preferably ones with nutritional info with the recipes. I am not vegan or vegetarian but I reaaally like vegan/veg food blogs! Thanks! And yes, I know of hungry girl. :)
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FOOD AND RECIPES
Why the hell haven't we thought of this already?!?! Post awesome recipes or website recipes here! Here are a few of my favorites: http://www.skinnytaste.com/ http://www.hungry-girl.com/ http://thevegankitchen.net/ ---> Try the generals tofu its AMAZING, also this site is by a girl on MFP - daffodilsoup
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What will you reward yourself with?
When you reach your goal, what will you reward yourself with? For me, clothes are the obvious one :) Under 130 lbs (9.5 lbs away from goal of 120) I am getting myself some new running shoes! I also want to get a new scale, HRM, and digital food scale for mini goal completion buuut I have a feeling I'll be getting those…
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Intros!
Hello all! My name is Lauren, and I would love to finally love myself and feel confident again. I am DOING this, and I am sticking to it! Stats: Height: 5'3" HW: 151 lbs SW: 147 lbs (starting meaning when group join weight!!) CW: 147 lbs GW: 125-115 lbs, but ultimately HAPPINESS!
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June Goals!
Hello all! It is now June 1st so to those of you who have slacked for the past few days, its time to put down the pizza and pick up the handweights! I'd like to know, what are your June goals? Mine: Start and complete 30DS (Day 1 Complete!) Gym 3X week (can be replced by running, swimming, hike, etc) + Soccer Sundays
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FIRST WEDNESDAY WEIGH IN!
Alright everybody, remember that Wednesday is time to weigh-in! I thought I'd post this early - its 4pm on tuesday here but I know that with the time changes it is close to Wednesday morning for some of you folks! I will add my stats tomorrow in 15 hours ;) Good luck and remember, this number DOES NOT DEFINE YOU OR YOUR…
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*Wednesday Weigh In - Week 2!*
Hello all! Its tuesday night for me again, you knw the drill. (Challenge Starting Weight, Last Weeks Weight, Current Weight, Loss Of, and Total Loss Of) p.s. CSW is the weight at the beggining of joing this group and loss of is not total loss, it is loss in the last week. CSW: LWW: CW: LO: TLO:
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Whats that virtual weightloss simulator?
I always see people with a dsiplay picture of a virtual image of themselves at their starting weight and height then at their goal weight, like 2 bodies side by side of the same virtual person, but different weight, showing what you look like now and what you'd look like if you lost the weight. Do you know what I'm talking…
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Wednesday Weigh Ins - Week 1
So heres our STARRTING WEIGH IN! Post stats here too if you'd like 5'3" HW: 151 SW: 147 CW:147
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WEEKLY CHALLENGE - WEEK 1
ALRIGHT GUYS! Lets slim down and shape up. Lets do some WEEKLY CHALLENGES to melt that fat! Keep in mind that if you have any challenges you want to start, post away! I think it would be cool for everyone to come up with challenges and get everyone else to do them. The more workout/challenge options the better. MY…
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30 LBS IN 90 DAYS CHALLENGE/GROUP!
http://www.myfitnesspal.com/groups/home/6061-30-lbs-in-90-days Hi all! Lets do a new June to August challenge to get ous arses in gear! 30 LBS IN 90 DAYS! Weigh ins every Friday (may be subject to change) Doesn't have to be 30 lbs, just whatever your goal is. This is a group to keep every on track during summer! "It takes…
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Polar HRM, is this the right one?
I've been looking into getting an HRM for a while. After researching quite a bit, it seems that the Polars are the favourites. I've been looking on the website. I want one that tracks calories, most importantly. The only ones that I found were the Polar FA20 and the Polar FT40. Does anyone know which one is better? I'd…
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Insanity? Curious!
I know that insnity is a workout video, but I'm wondering what exactly it is? So its 60 days, correct? And is there a meal plan? If so, how many cals? How long is it? (how many mins/day) When you first started, how good of shape were you in and was it unbearable - in other words, do you have to be somewhat in shape to do…
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17 fay diet.. is there a meal plan?
Does the 17 day diet tell you exactly what to eat on each of the 17 days? Is there a meal plan? Or does it just tell you "no carbs today, have fruit for lunch and smoothie for dinner" and stuff like that? How does it work? Thanks! :)
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Ideas for dinner sides?
Hi! After having a REALLY rough couple of days and eating away all my feelings (self sabotage... great), I am finally ready to get back on track! I'm pre loggignall of my meals for tomorrow and going to the gym. Does anyne have any ideas for really healthy dinner sides? I am having grilled tilapia cooked with spices…
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Need a good scale!!
My scale SUCKS. I have to flip it a few times to get it to give me my actual weight...and at that point I haveto step on it multiple times jus to double check. Anyways, I need a new one. Does anyone know of any good ones that last a long time? Preferably ones I don't need to put batteries in. I also like a digital screen…
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Whats low cal but high protein?
Often at the end of the day I have a look at my food diary and see that I am extremely low on protein. Whats high protein but low cal (or just not really high cal like the obvious red meat) that I can work into my days to get more protein? Other than meat and protein powder of course!
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I need a good scale?
My scale SUCKS. I have to flip it a few times to get it to give me my actual weight...and at that point I haveto step on it multiple times jus to double check. Anyways, I need a new one. Does anyone know of any good ones that last a long time? Preferably ones I don't need to put batteries in. I also like a digital screen…
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Looking for health freak friends!
I need friends that are losing weight the RIGHT and HEALTHY way! (netting over 1000 cals). I need friends with public diaries so I can have ideas for healthy weight loss and maintenance, different food ideas, vegan veggies and meat eaters, anyone! Is anyone out there like this willing to be my friend?:flowerforyou:
