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Mean Girl Question
My weight is currently up, about 30 pounds since my lowest in the past 2 years, sad to say and I have been struggling, but I keep plugging away. I stopped smoking, not that I was a heavy smoker, but I would have a couple of cigarettes at the end of the day with a glass of wine or two. Both bad habits which I am happy to…
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Taking Stock in Broth
I was watching an infomercial for Dr. Kellyann's Petrucci - Lose 15 pounds in 21 days. lose wrinkles, etc. My takeaway, after just watching all the sales pitch, was it really is a LCHF diet and she swears by a "secret recipe" Bone Broth as an add on to get all these wonderful benefits.. Keeping my $200.00 in my pocket, and…
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Bun confusion
I guess it really has been a long time since I've purchased hot dog buns. A friend saw these at the store and shared the picture.
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New Meat
A lot of us are looking for new meat ideas. Well, in 10 or 20 years we may have a new protein source. Meat grown in vitro. My initial reaction is "ewww", but who knows, I do see the merit in the need for feeding the world. On the other hand, Burger anyone?…
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Grain Fed Beef linked to Superbugs
I was having a discussion about antibiotics and superbugs in the news today. This article was brought to my attention. If you read the whole article there is an anti-beef sentiment, but this part about grain-fed vs. grass-fed caught my attention. Since starting this WOE I've increased my red meat intake from once a week to…
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Slimz Year in Review.
I can not believe a whole year has gone by with my MFP friends. Today is my one year anniversary of LCHF. I've really enjoyed the journey and checking in on the threads. I have learned a tremendous amount about myself, eating, cooking, and feeling healthier. I am posting my scale victories, but there has been so much more…
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Fat Composition in the Body or that "hollowed out" feeling.
After losing about 40 pounds, I'm starting to notice that I feel like I'm living in a skin suit. I've increased my exercise to improve muscle tone and hopefully things will firm up. I feel almost as if the subcutaneous fat directly under the skin isn't leaving, but everything in between is getting smaller. I also can say…
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LC Blogs, Facebook groups, Websites, Community
I just stumbled on this blog written by Lynn Terry (an MFP user) http://www.travelinglowcarb.com/8523/fridays-lowcarb-diary/#comments I like that she uses MFP to track and that she finds plenty of LC foods while eating out. While I cook more often and I'm more into fresh, organics now, my old line was -What am I making for…
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An Apple a Day
Two weeks ago, I went apple picking with my son and ended up picking about half a bushel of the lovely apples. I've been eating about one a day. My CICO has remained the same, activity the same, carbs increased approx. 22g. (not subtracting fiber) according to MFP from ~30g to 52g. The end result is that I haven't lost any…
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Mindfulness Experiment
In addition to starting yoga in August, I've signed up for this 4 week experiment about mindful eating for women. To be frank, I've had the notion that meditation, yoga, etc., was a bit out there for the "touchy- feely" crowd. *Sorry* That said, if you told me a year ago that eating more fat, lo-carb, would help me lose…
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Week 3 August 17th through August 24th.
Oh My. Where have I been? Last week was a busy week and didn't get to do my videos. I did a lot of walking so I wasn't a complete couch potato. Good news, is that I'm going to join a group at work. Should be interesting. So I did today -17 Days. I like that it's really not that cumulative, so you can jump back in. I will…
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August 25-September 1st Last week of August
Wow, this month flew by. No Yoga yesterday, bummer. I plan on tonight and tomorrow is my class again. I am really looking forward to the class. Hopefully, there won't be too many people in there. I really like the small group. Getting back to work - I'm stuck in a lunch meeting, where I don't want to eat the lunch they are…
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Week 2- August 8 through August 15th
So Great 8!! Loved this one this morning. I suggest that everyone do this one today, especially if you are looking for a short meditation or a brief relaxation or just a good stretch. Be sure to grab some small throw or two and a box before you start. This would be a good one to tack on to the back of a more rigorous…
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Week 1 - August 3 through August 7.
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Weekend 1 - Videos 1 & 2. Ease Into It and Sooth and Smooth
I started getting emails from Adriene, and received the first two video links. I'm going to actually sit down with them on Saturday and Sunday morning. I would like to read your posts about your thoughts and comments about the first two videos and how the weekend went. A new word of the day for me is Savasana. Also-…
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Preparation for Week 1 and Introductions.
August 1st is this Saturday already! For this week, I am going to figure out the following: 1. When I'm going to commit to this daily. At this point, it will be easier for me to do the routine at 5am, before anything else, that way I'll have no excuses. 2. I also need to set up my laptop to access my big screen TV, so I…
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Starting Yoga - 30 days
I know this is a Low Carber Forum, and this is a bit off topic, but now that I've lost some weight with support from this group, I can now bend over to reach my ankles! Hoot. I want to now supplement my diet success with some additional physical activity. I mostly walk, swim, do a few hand weights, planks and squats. I've…
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Beginning a New Routine
Hi Everyone. Starting a new challenge in August and would like a few folks to help me keep motivated. The plan starts August 1st, so if you want to join, you need to email Adriene and get started and/or you can follow along with the YouTube videos and check in MFP to record your progress. As a disclaimer, I am in no way…
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Sugar Free Gum Chewing?
To chew or not to chew? That is the question. This is a follow-up to a post about artificial sweeteners and the effects on the body. Although, my breath could use a stick occasionally, I tend to think in the long run it doesn't help me with the hunger issue. I drink a tea or find some other oral substitute, <i.e., brush my…
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Over a year and 3 months later.. Did you succeed?
I noticed I still had this in my group list. Always interesting to see where I was and where I am. One thing I did learn is that you can't exercise off a bad diet and that exercise is good for toning and maintaining muscle. I'm back to walking and swimming and eating better. I'm down 11 lbs since last year. I was lower,…
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Frozen Steak for Dinner?
So, I think most red meat can be cooked straight out of the freezer, by keeping the temperature low and increasing the cooking time. It works for ribs, but I seem to dry out my steaks. I think my poultry is worse. I've always looked for a secret to prep. Soaking the freezer bag in Hot water, nuke it first. LOL. Someone…
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April 24th - 30 day Shred STORY
So. It's been 1 month since I pledged to start this routine. I am starting a new one so I will summarize and review. I did really well for 22 days. Last week I was on vacation with my son and while we did bicycle for 2 days in DC - Loads of Fun. I did not do the Shred program or MFP. I guess I did not actually complete 30…
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Week 4 Level 2 Day 5
Yea ME. I did the routine this AM. My goal date was Easter! Sadly, I am only down 3 lbs, but I do feel more fit it that helps anything. I am going on vacation next week, so I probably won't be back after Sunday. I will be taking school week vacation off with kiddo. I will be back thou - On Level 3!!
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Week 4 Level 2 Day 4
I had to work out this morning to Jillian!! I ate SOOOO much yesterday. I've got the work out under control. I journal every day, and everything thing. Just need to get the food under control and/or increase cardio.
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Week 4 Level 2 Day 3
Yesterday was half hearted. - did it, but "phoned it in" Will do better tonight. Hey, Emily Congrats on the weight loss - You are doing great. I haven't lost more than 3 lbs. But then again, I haven't really been sticking to a diet. - Haven't gained!!
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Week 4 Day 2 Level 2
Actually, I can't believe this is Week 4. Keeping with Level 2 - but I'm not as keen on it as Level 1. The planks are ugly. More than 3/4 of the way there.
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Week 3 Level 2 Day 6
Monday again. Did lots of cardio this weekend. I think I will do this every day this week in the AM, but I need to add more cardio in the afternoon to see more results. This week should be good weather - I will plan to go for walks at lunch.
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Week 3 Level 2 Day 5
Good Morning. Worked out 2x yesterday. Don't know what today holds it won't be until late tonight. On my diary page, they are advertising cheesecakes... Yummmm... Thanks a lot.
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Week 3 Level 2: Day3
Running out the door this morning... I'll get to it tonight... There it's in writing so I HAVE to do it. Have a great day.
