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Why it's smart to let toxic people have the last word.
An interesting phenomenon I've noticed a lot in this forum is the 'taste' some people have for arguing with other posters. It reminded me of this article I came across awhile back. And as I know others here have experienced it with some people in some threads, I thought I would re-post here. Here it is: Arguing with a…
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French children don't snack
Interesting article on snacking and the difference between cultures. French Kids Don’t Snack: Surprising Kids’ Food Habits From Abroad By Karen Le Billon French kids don’t snack. Hard to believe, but true. They don’t snack at school, or in their cars, or in their strollers. I never saw a single French child rummaging in…
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When should you not drink water?
Apparently during mealtime. Perhaps we should drink wine instead. :wink: Drinking Water with Meals can Impair Digestion By Elizabeth Walling Most of us have heard it a hundred times: drink eight glasses of water a day to stay healthy and hydrated. And while hydration is genuinely important for our health, if you're…
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Is my bmr really less than 1200?
On at least half of the calculators I've looked at it's less (not much less, but still) than 1200. I know I'm short, but sheesh. What's up with that?
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Omega 3
How do you all get your omega 3? Through food, seeds (like chia or flax), or supplement? Or a mix? And for those that use supps, anyone have a good recommendation for very high quality? Thank you.
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Okra?!
Um, just found out okra is coming in my csa basket tomorrow. I'm not southern and have no idea whatsoever what I'm supposed to do with okra. Help! * no meat recipes please. * p.s. i do have some breadcrumbs right now and could bread them, but no deep frying cause I don't have a deep fryer. And I love cheese if that will…
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What is my real tdee?
Anybody else notice that every different calculator seems to compute it a tiny bit different? Frustrating. So how are you supposed to know which one is closest to accurate?
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Bloody Mary
Anyone want to share their recipe for a good bloody mary? Note, I prefer mine extra spicy.
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Fast food lovers
I'm curious, mostly because it is incomprehensible to me, but what is it you love about fast food? Because if you told me you love a good hamburger and french fries, I get that. But would you really take a fast food version over a really high end quality version from a really good restaurant or home cooked? Is it really…
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Collard Greens
Came in my csa box. I'm not from the south and am clueless. What am i supposed to do with these? No bacon recipes please. Thank you!
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Slow Food
Does anyone want to talk about slow food? Or will I get my head bit off for that as well. :happy:
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Book Recommendations
I thought I would start a thread for book recommendations that we could refer to when we have extra reading time. I'll start. In Defense of Food, by Michael Pollan - a staple in my opinion. Discusses the fad diets that exist now versus good old common sense like grandma had. French Women don't get Fat, by Mirelle Guiliano…
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Paleo Diet and Crossfit
I see these two things mentioned a lot. I'm wondering what they are exactly, why people do them, and why so popular. Thanks! Btw, my question is serious. I have some small understanding of paleo, but don't get it completely as I'm not sure cavemen didn't consume these things because they had some superior nutrition…
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Favorite Resources
I'm curious as to what your favorite 'go to' resources are. Whether it's websites, books, magazines, etc. I was thinking about how I still frequest world's healthiest foods site (www.whfoods.com) and learn from it, and I was wondering about you guys. Thought it might be a good idea for a topic. Hope everyone is well and…
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Stove popped popcorn
For my fellow popcorn lovers, how do you stove pop your popcorn? I've been using organic safflower oil. Just a tad bit, like a tsp. for 2 tbsp. kernels. Then I add a little melted butter and some parmesan cheese. Anyone use different oils or ghee to pop the corn? I was thinking of trying ghee which I like to use with other…
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Questions to ask a personal trainer
Can anyone offer advice on how to interview a personal trainer? I would like to find one to teach me proper form in weight lifting. I'm willing to invest about a 4-6 month period with one once a week. I don't want someone who just pushes me though. I want someone whose concentration is on proper form, even if it takes…
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Like minded friends?
I've decided to try the support thing here...not cause I feel like I need it to lose the extra pounds, but because I like to talk about food. :-). And I'm interested in like minded friends on here. Please, no judgments. I don't judge others for how they eat. I'm looking to add friends that agree with Michael Pollan and/or…
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Over 40 weight lifting
I am a woman early 40's in decent cardiovascular shape, but no weight lifting for 10+ years...only yoga and pilates. I like working out, but don't like weight lifting. It bores me. But since I know I should since I'm aging now... Here is my question. What is the bare minimum weight lifting routine a woman in her 40's…
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Same old, same old vs. Mucho variety?
I was reading a portion of a Jillian Michaels book and she said something like, most of us eat the same things over and over so once you know the calories you can stop counting constantly. Now I like Jillian Michaels, but I have to disagree. I eat a huge variety of different foods and am into trying different things. Then…
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Pick your body
Just for fun, what person does your body most resemble, whose body would you like it to most resemble, and who do you think has the most attractive body to the opposite sex? They can all be the same person too, but then I might be really jealous. For me. I think my body most resembles Sarah Jessica Parker (short, thin,…
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Baseball Game
I'm going to a baseball game today with friends. I plan on eating beforehand so I'm not hungry, but still want to get something at the stadium because I know they will. Any thoughts on lighter options? I was thinking of getting a big pretzel and a beer.
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Sodastream
I just bought one and am super excited. Anyone else have one?
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Slow Food
Anyone into slow food? (No haters pleasssssssse!)
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Yummy strawberry muddle drink
Muddle three or so strawberries at bottom of glass. Add ice and sparkling water of your choice to almost fill up glass. Pour some coconut water at top and mix together. Light and refreshing summer spritzer. Enjoy.
