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Nutritional Shakes to up calories...
Hey MFPers!! :) I started new medicine and now I have no appetite! Boo :( Therefore I really need to find a decent (read: not disgusting) nutritional shake (preferrably low/moderate in sugar and with moderate protein) that I can take with me during the day and have 1-2 during the day, as needed, to supplement my meals.…
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Not another post about gluten!
Got you! It is. But it's quick, promise. I went gluten free a month ago due to terrible GI issues. GF was accompanied by some meds from my Dr for IBS. I'd been feeling a bit better, as I'd never noticed a particular problem with gluten before I started getting GI attacks a while ago. So I had a sandwich last night with…
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Issues with Grip Strength on Deadlifts!
Hey all :) I've recently upped my deadlift to 135, but I'm having a lot of trouble with losing grip on the bar. I normally wear gloves...I have baby hands and the crosshatches on the olympic bars tear them up some kinda bad! Anyway. With this weight, I've had to take off the gloves and use chalk to even get a grip on the…
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Switching gears...what to expect!
Hey all! :) So, I'm in the midst of switching my focus from weight loss to fat loss. Yay! I'm 5'7", 135-137lbs, get >100 g protein daily (on average, more on days I lift), and I lift 4 days a week along with cardio. I usually eat ~1800-2000 cals. and never have any lack of energy. I'm satisfied with my caloric/protein/etc.…
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I need a hobby.
And I'm lazy. Go.
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I need a new tattooooooo!
WHITE INK. Sounds awesome. Does anyone have a white ink tattoo / know someone with one and have any horror stories? o.O :drinker: :flowerforyou:
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What to pair with gazpacho...??
I made gazpacho tonight and it's chilling in my fridge for dinners/lunches for the next couple days. That in mind, what should I serve alongside the soup?! It's SO light, I don't think I could just eat a bowl and feel satisfied. :) Likely a protein on the side...but how could/should I prepare it? (Chicken is my best…
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Probiotics...Pros v Cons?
Hey all! :) Pardon the tmi, but I've been looking for something to help my regularity issues. I'm seriously considering probiotic supplements! Any pros/cons from those of you who've tried them?? Is the bloating bad? Thanks!! :)
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Minor Elbow Injury...?
It isn't serious enough to go to a Doctor...just wondering if anyone may have an idea as to what's going on/tips on how to help pain management. :) When I was a kid, I did a doozy on my elbow and hyperextended it doing a cartwheel and was in a sling for a while. Well, since then, the joint locks up on me every now and…
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Close to Maintenance Plateau...
Hey y'all! :) I'm super close to maintenance and those last 5 pounds are a killer! So, I'm changing things up to break the plateau, get to goal, and I'm changing up my caloric intake in order to do that. So, should I go on a cyclical caloric intake until I break the plateau or should I simply increase my calories to the…
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Quinoa Measurements...Sub for Rice
Hey y'all! :) I plan on substituting quinoa in my favorite stuffed peppers recipe in place of rice! I've left out the rice before, and I much prefer it with the filler. SO .Should I use a 1:1 ratio? (1 cup quinoa to 1 cup rice) or something else? I tried to google it and came up empty handed.
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Which is more accurate...HRM or FitBit Flex?
Hey guys! :) I currently have a HRM with accompanying chest strap. I'm devoted to the thing, it's been with me my entire journey and I think it's pretty accurate. I'ts treated me well, to say the least! Well, I'm considering getting a Fitbit Flex since I'm near the end of my weight loss journey, but want to continue to…
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Alternate to Enriched White Flour...
I know I have a lot of options...what's the best? I'm using it more as a thickener in a paprikash (Hungarian paprika chicken stew). The white flour has so few nutrients and so little nutritional value with huge amounts of calories. Any good suggestions?? Something with little to no flavor but similar thickening abilities.…
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Protein Shakes!
I've recently decided to start taking a scoop of protein with soy milk and NSA Nesquik powder after I work out. Should I drink it after a heavy cardio, no strength work out as well?? I.E. I ran a couple miles today, but didn't lift. So.......To protein or not to protein?
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Spinach is scary...
Tonight, I was dying for an egg white/spinach/skim milk cheese omelet. DELICIOUS. Except I'm left with a huge bundle of Spinach...and all I see are dramatic flashbacks to disgusting childhood meals. SO, what should I do to my leftover spinach to make it delectable (besides sautéing with garlic and EVOO)?! :)
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The Enigma of the Activity Level...
I've read all of the posts, those about everyone overestimating activity level for TDEE and vice versa. Well, I think the "exercises 1-3 times per week" is too general and it's left me really confused. I work out 6 days a week...but only for about 30-45 mins a day. I work a desk job 4 hours/day and since I'm a student, I'm…
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Five Day Booze Cruise...Makes Me Nervous!
So, I've all but cut out alcohol, save the occasional glass of wine. I used to be a big drinker, but once I cut out alcohol and started exercising, I've lost almost 30 pounds. I'm dreadfully afraid of gaining it back, and I've read numerous studies talking about how negatively alcohol and high-sugared beverages (which are…
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Three Weeks Down...Motivational Tips??
Hey everyone! :) I've been a member of MFP for about three-sih weeks, and I've lost 4 pounds :) I eat a strict diet of 1200 net cal a day, mostly veggies, fruit and lean protein (my favorite is cooking chicken on my new George Foreman grill!). I also exercise 6-7 days a week (45 mins of cardio, either elliptical or…
