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Keto Diet and Chobani Greek Yogurt. Help!
I started the keto diet, I'm on day 3, and so far I really like it. The only thing I find a bit confusing is the whole carb intake. I'm fiding it hard to stay under 50 grambs of carbs per day, even though I completely eliminated bread,rice, pasta, and all grains. For instance, I usually like to have a yogurt parfait for…
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Keto Help! I just started and need some insight...
I started the keto diet, I'm on day 3, and so far I really like it. The only thing I find a bit confusing is the whole carb intake. I'm fiding it hard to stay under 50 grambs of carbs per day, even though I completely eliminated bread,rice, pasta, and all grains. For instance, I usually like to have a yogurt parfait for…
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Is it safe to permanetly stay LCHF (Low Carb/High Fat) as a lifestyle?
I started a low carb high fat diet a few days ago after being inspired by the Keto Diet. I don't think I'm 100 % keto or perhaps I may be considered "moderate or liberal' keto since I consume close to 90 grams of carbs per day. ( I haven't given up Chobani yogurt yet which is a bit high in carbs,13 grams per cup) but other…
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Anyone know of some good podcasts regarding weight loss & Nutrition?
I work in an office and would love to listen to a good podcast every now and again while working, but I don't know of any. I enjoy going of MFP's community boards and reading up on what others are doing and learning tips, but it tends to get a bit distracting during my 9-5 work hours! :s If you know of some good podcasts I…
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2 Questions about Keto/Low Carb
1. I keep hearing about putting coconut oil in coffee...Never heard of this before, but I'm willing to try it. Is there a reason why this is beneficial? 2. Today is day 5 of me on a low carb/Keto diet. I have slight brain fogginess and the first 2-3 days I had to pee a lot. But I did not experience the full "keto flu" that…
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Two things regarding Keto
1. I keep hearing about putting coconut oil in coffee...Never heard of this before, but I'm willing to try it. Is there a reason why this is beneficial? 2. Today is day 5 of me on a low carb/Keto diet. I have slight brain fogginess and the first 2-3 days I had to pee a lot. But I did not experience the full "keto flu" that…
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Intermittent Fasting Question!
I just started IF (I'm on day two), and I'm fasting 16/8. I get that I could eat as much as I need to during the 8 hour window as long as it falls into my calorie goal for the day. However I find that I am starving by 12pm which is when I break my fast, and after eating, I feel like the food just sits there long after I…
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5 Small meals a day really effective?
I started this new thing called 'meal prep'..which isn't really new, I've seed it done and heard of it before. However it's new for me because I just started it for the first time. I cooked for the entire week and plan to eat every 2.5 - 3 hours.. Has any of you tried this and if so has it worked for you in terms of weight…
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Eat more to lose weight...
We're always told to eat less and workout more in order to lose weight, but has anyone ever heard of eating more to lose weight? Of course the foods you eat would be foods that are clean, but instead of the typical 1200 calorie diet (the most recommended calorie plan for women) I'm considering taking my calories up to…
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CLA and Thermogenic supplements. Anyone use this? If so is it any good?
my overall goal is to drop fat and tone. I've been eating clean and working out and I just learned about CLA and how it helps aid in building lean muscle and cutting fat and Thermogenic is an energy booster. I'd like to know if anyone takes these supplements and if so what was your experience with it. Thanks!!
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I break out in itchy hives when I work out!
For years whenever I would begin working out (especially when I'm first starting up after not having worked out for a while) I get severe itchiness all over my body. Especially around my waist, back and legs. It's really painful! It goes away after a few weeks of me consistently exercising everyday, but it's so…
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Anyone have discouraging friends/family members during your weight loss journey?
Anyone else come across some family members or even friends that are not too encouraging when it comes to your weight loss journey? Over the past years I have lost a lot of weight and put some back on-- and now I'm starting up again, and the first thing I hear is "oh don't get too skinny like last time" or "you look better…
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Getting started again for what feels like the 20th time...anyone else like this?
In the past I've had many successful weight loss journeys. 7 years ago I was at my heaviest, weighing 224lbs at 5 foot 6. I ended up losing 61lbs through good old fashion diet/exercise and weighed 163lbs, which looked amazing on me! Technically 163 is still overweight for my height, but for my body makeup, 163 looked more…
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Getting started again for what feels like the 20th time...anyone else like this?
In the past I've had many successful weight loss journeys. 7 years ago I was at my heaviest, weighing 224lbs at 5 foot 6. I ended up losing 61lbs through good old fashion diet/exercise and weighed 163lbs, which looked amazing on me! Technically 163 is still overweight for my height, but for my body makeup, 163 looked more…
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Getting started again for what feels like the 20th time...anyone else like this?
In the past I've had many successful weight loss journeys. 7 years ago I was at my heaviest, weighing 224lbs at 5 foot 6. I ended up losing 61lbs through good old fashion diet/exercise and weighed 163lbs, which looked amazing on me! Technically 163 is still overweight for my height, but for my body makeup, 163 looked more…
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Energy Endurance Supplement help!
Hi guys, I've been having a hard time lately mustering up energy to work out after a long day at work. Usually after working 8-9 hours in the office (sitting on my *kitten* all day!) I feel even lazier and I just don't have any energy. I've heard of energy supplements like C4, Thermovex, and some others that do the job...…
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p90x equipment question!
So my P90x 90-day Beach-body Dvds came in the mail today and I'm excited to start it :happy: ... Only thing is, I didn't realize that I'll need equipment to use along with the program. Has anyone ever used P90X before? Can I get away with not having equipment at all?? Or I was thinking I could purchase SOME of the required…
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20lbs down! Before and After Pic
I'm halfway there and I couldn't be happier... :smile: I'm so happy I joined MFP. Keeping track of my progress and interacting with everyone on here has kept me motivated! I was able to HEALTHILY lose 20 lbs over the course of 3 1/2 months. I'm not done, I got another 20 lbs of fat to cut and of course more toning BUTTT…
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20lbs down! Before and After Pic
I'm halfway there and I couldn't be happier... :smile: I'm so happy I joined MFP. Keeping track of my progress and interacting with everyone on here has kept me motivated! I was able to HEALTHILY lose 20 lbs over the course of 3 1/2 months. I'm not done, I got another 20 lbs of fat to cut and of course more toning BUTTT…
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Strength Training Question
The other day I had an intense kettlebell work out, I targeted my whole body, but I really focused on my legs. I did different sets of lunges and squats holding 25lbs, and walked 5 miles right after. The next day, my lower body (leggs and butt) were very sore. It's been two days, and I've continued to workout, but because…
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What do you guys think about Weight Watchers?
I generally am not inclined to programs like "weight watchers" "Jenny Craig" "Nutri-system" because of how expensive they could be. I already pay a lot of money for a gym membership. But I just found out today that my employer has a relationship with Weight Watchers and because of that, I'd only have to pay $7 a month for…
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Hellooo I need some REAL friends here on MFP
I've been on MFP consitently for a little under a month, and although I have some great virtual friends on here, I feel like the majority of my friends are not completely genuine. I want people to actually read my diary and give me real feedback, dont just say "good job" or "way to go" because I was under my caloric rate…
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Fruit and Sugar content, is too much bad?
I always go over my sugar amount on MFP because of all the fruit that I eat, some people have told me before not to eat so much fruit because of all the sugar, and I always hear "only eat two servings blah blah, too much sugar from fruit no good" but I think they might be wrong. Sugar from fruit is different from the High…
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Fruit and Raw Veggies only Diet
A couple of years ago I lost over 50 lbs on a veggie and fruit diet only. Over the years I fell off the wagon and I gained the weight back because I didn't do enough to maintain my weight loss. After college I got a job working in an office and I ate whatever and sat for 8 hours everyday and almost never went to the gym. I…
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Aloe Vera Juice!
So I ordered some mango flavored Aloe Vera juice from herbal life and added a few capfuls to my bottle of water every morning, and let me tell you this stuff is great. Here are some of the benefits: Lowers Cholestoral Helps Digestive system Detoxifies the body Lowers blood sugar (for people with Type 2 diabetes) and…
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Are veggies such as corn, plantains, or potatoes bad to eat?
Are Starchy vegetables such as corn, plantains, or potatoes bad to eat? Of course they would be cooked the healthy way, steamed or boiled no salt added. But I just want to know if I shoud stay away from it if I'm trying to lose weight. I work out 5 times a week and when I exercise it's usually really intense, lots of…
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Greek Yogurt and mixed nuts a good pre-workout meal?
I'm getting ready to leave work and head to the gym for an intense workout session. I'm feeling a little hungry. I'm hearing so many different things on what to eat before you work out. I just want something quick and easy. I was thinking Fat-free greek yogurt for the protein and maybe a small handful of mixed nuts…
