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FSH testing
Has anyone had this done to determine where they are at with menopause? I have an IUD so I don't have periods so I can't judge from that where I am in the process of menopause. But, I have been having every single other symptom and I feel like I'm crazy. So my doctor tested me and my level was at 35 which she said anything…
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Fiesta Bean Salad - from Skinnytaste.com
I LOVE this! I added artichokes hearts also or in place of avocado. Also, I don't think it needs that much salt added to it. I would try 1/4 tsp. first and adjust if you want more. Fiesta Bean Salad Black beans, chick peas, tomatoes, cilantro and avocado are tossed with a cumin-lime vinaigrette – I love the bright, fresh…
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Anyone doing low carb to help with belly fat?
I've been doing south beach for a week and was down a few pounds but of course the superbowl came and I ate way too much fatty salty food - only had 3 sesame crackers tho so stayed low carb. I'm just wondering if anyone else has tried this and been successful with losing the belly fat that has come with peri-menopause? I…
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Need veggie cooking ideas
I'm getting to the point I can't stand my veggies! I usually steam them and mix them up - broccoli/asparagus, zuchini/broccoli/lima beans, etc. Add a little butter with canola and salt and pepper or sprinkle of parmesan. I need some new ideas for cooking them! I tried the mashed cauliflower and all I could think of was…
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Great website for restaurant food nutrition counts
This is a great sight to go to for different restaurant calorie and nutrition counts: http://www.dwlz.com/ A lot easier than going from one site to another and I've checked some out and they seem to be the correct counts or match the restaurants sites.
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NSV
I went out for a bike ride tonight in 91 degree weather with a heat index of 95 and I rode 10 miles! And, I'm still here to tell you about it!!!!! I am one who hate hate hates heat and humidity and will not go out of the house in the summer. But I've discovered biking and nothing can stop me now! Well, except for the…
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Oscar Mayer Chicken Breast hot dogs... your thoughts?
I tried them and loved them. Made from all chicken breast - not mechanically separated parts of parts. Only 5 g. fat. Anyone else tried them?
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Tongue Patch Diet - OMFG!
What will they think of next: http://www.webpronews.com/tongue-patch-diet-latest-beverly-hills-fad-2013-06
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Make my favorite dinner healthy please!
I love chicken flamingo from Pasta house. Below is the recipe. Can anyone come up with a lighter version? LOL notice first ingredient is half a stick of butter!!!! yikes! YIELD: 4 SERVINGS 1/4 cup (1/2 stick) butter 1/4 cup all-purpose flour 1 1/4 cups chicken broth 1/4 cup lemon juice 1/2 cup white wine 1 1/2 cups fresh…
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Breakfast Sausage Recipe - OMG!
I posted before how delicious it is to make your own sausage but didn't include the recipe. This is so much healthier than regular breakfast sausage! And its delicious. I figure for 12 patties, it comes out to 98 calories, 14 grams protein and 5 grams of fat for 2 patties! Things You'll Need to make a LARGE BATCH of…
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losing weight causing menopause symptoms
I went to my yearly exam the other day and told the doctor since I've lost 25 pounds, I've started having hot flashes, along with hair loss, loss of libido, crabby, etc. She said that we hold estrogen in our fat cells and losing weight makes us lose that estrogen. Anyone heard of this or experienced it? I"m 48 so know I'm…
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Homemade sausage
So, I've been playing around making my own turkey sausage and its the best thing ever! I've made italian turkey sausage for pizza and tonight I made breakfast sausage! Just google around for a recipe for sausage you like and then instead of high fat cuts of pork and such, just put in ground turkey breast or 93/7 ground…
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Vacation Strategies
I need help! I went on a weekend getaway and found it so hard to eat healthy and keep the salt consumption down. I thought, if I can't do this for two days what am I going to do when I go on vacation in Vegas for a week next month! I've done so well eating and working out and I don't want to blow it. I plan on getting some…
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The truth behind your food cravings
Very interesting! http://www.bloomtofit.com/taste-buds-mad-scientists-and-the-truth-behind-your-food-cravings
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Why 30 Day Shred?
Just curious why it seems there are a LOT of people doing 30DS on this site. What is so special about it?
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Uh, YUM! Chicken dishes that are wonderful!
I have found skinnytaste.com to have fantastic recipes! Here is one I tried tonight. Chicken Rollatini with spinach alla parmgiana. Only about 200 calories per serving! http://www.skinnytaste.com/2011/04/chicken-rollatini-with-spinach-alla.html I also made santa fe chicken in the crockpot today too to have meals for lunch.…
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which comes first - muscle gain or fat lost
That is pretty much my question. I'm not losing weight, I'm gaining a bit and wondering if its muscle. I'm following the plan and eating clean except for the occasional canned soup in a crunch lunch day. So do we gain muscle faster than we lose fat?
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Fresh Produce Prices
I went into the store tonight to get some fresh veggies. OMG everything has tripled in price from a week ago! There were signs up that said due to the drought in Florida blah blah blah..... holy crap how can you afford $4.99 a lb for lettuce, apples, grapes, zucchini! I left with some bananas and strawberries. How do you…
