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Phishing attacks while browsing MFP sites
I've been alarmed to find that when browsing MFP pages, periodically, I am asked to "update" Java or Adobe Flash from a website that looks rather official, but it is actually a phishing/virus attack. If you get this page, do NOT download anything. If you have downloaded something, run a virus scan immediately and change…
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Metabolism boosters are BS
Very nice read from Vox about why metabolism booster supplements are garbage, and the science behind them is garbage too. http://tinyurl.com/q6r6jg6 It's an adage that gets repeated again and again: you can speed up your metabolism and lose weight by eating certain foods or taking supplements. There's just one fairly large…
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Sausages with Oven Roasted Grapes
I made this tonight, and it was really wonderful, so I thought I'd share. 16 oz. of turkey or chicken sausage (or regular italian sausages if you prefer the not low calorie version) 2-3 cups red seedless grapes, washed and removed from stems 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar 1/2 tsp kosher salt 1 tsp…
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40 Maps that Explain Food in America
Found this today and thought it was interesting. It shows 40 maps that explain where our food comes from in America, how farming has changed over the last 50 years, and several other interesting ideas. http://www.vox.com/a/explain-food-america
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What you see in the mirror
http://theoatmeal.com/comics/what_you_see
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Tonight's Big Showdown
Who's ready to see it? What do you think will change from the book version? Oh, and this.
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91 year old woman runs marathon
http://www.npr.org/blogs/thetwo-way/2014/06/02/318238155/91-year-old-woman-breaks-marathon-record?utm_source=facebook.com&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=npr&utm_term=nprnews&utm_content=20140602 Really good read and great motivation! You're never too old for fitness!
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Last night's episode (SPOILERS)...
was crazy/awesome. There seem to be more and more departures from the books, but I kinda like it. Oh, and Jon Snow is awesome.
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Oberyn Martell Actor
is hot... That is all.
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Why does breakfast make some hungry?
I've noticed that if I eat breakfast, I'm pretty much ravenous all day long and tend to be susceptible to overeating. Found this article while trying to figure out why and thought I would share. It's interesting. http://www.leangains.com/2012/06/why-does-breakfast-make-me-hungry.html
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Give me all your freezer meal....
recipes... AND GO!
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Pizza cake!
A Canadian Pizza Chain Has Created A "Pizza Cake," A Glorious Layered Pizza Monstrosity http://www.buzzfeed.com/ryanhatesthis/all-hail-the-mighty-pizza-cake
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Stress isn't necessarily bad
I just came across this TED talk about how to make stress beneficial for your cardiovascular system and hormonal response to stress. It's a great talk and accessible for everyone. Just sharing.…
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Lupita Nyong'o's Speech On Beauty
If you haven't seen this yet, you should. It's a beautiful speech about what it means to find your own beauty. Just sharing for those interested: http://www.upworthy.com/oscar-winner-lupita-nyongos-speech-on-beauty-that-left-an-entire-audience-speechless?c=gt1
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The Clean Eating Myth; Why Insulin Isn't the Bad Guy
Nice writeup how flexible dieting works and why insulin isn't necessarily the boogieman some of us have been brought to believe it is. I really like how the author of this article defines flexible dieting and explains that it's not all about ice cream and poptarts either.…
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Embarrassing Gym Music
Okay, so I know you guys have some kind of ridiculous embarrassing music on your gym iPods... Spill... Here's mine: Whoop There It Is - Tag Team Back That *kitten* Up - Juvenile Can you dig it?
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When you feel like giving up...
Happy Saturday everyone.
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From Obesity to a Healthy BMI! (lots of pics)
For most of my childhood, I was a really skinny kid, the one some of the other kids picked on for being nerdy, rail thin, and bony, and I was a runner. I was 125 lbs in this picture (roughly), and I'm 5'8". College came around, and I started turning to food as therapy for stress and depression. It wasn't long before my…
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Easy Baked Corn Tortilla Chips (with pic)
This is a really easy recipe and makes nice crispy light chips. 1 package of soft corn tortillas Kosher salt Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Cut tortillas with pizza cutter into quarters and place at least 1/4" apart on cookie sheets. Lightly sprinkle with Kosher salt. Bake for ~8 minutes until edges are very slightly…
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The ‘Healthy Obese’ and Their Healthy Fat Cells
This article is from October 2013, but it discusses the difference between a metabolically healthy person and a metabolically obese person. Worth a read and comment if you're interested in learning more about it. http://well.blogs.nytimes.com/2013/10/09/the-healthy-obese-and-their-healthy-fat-cells/?smid=tw-share
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First Birthday Ideas
Hi ladies, My son is turning 1 next week, and we're having his birthday party at a local park. For those of you with little ones, how did you handle the first birthday? Did you get two cakes (one for smushing and another for everyone to share)? What did you do for decoration themes? It's mostly going to be adults and a few…
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Bacon wrapped chicken with a twist (with pic)
I just made this tonight, and it was absolutely delicious. This recipe makes 2 but can easily be scaled up. Ingredients: 2 chicken breasts, butterflied 2 oz reduced fat cream cheese, softened 1/2 cup dried cranberries 4 slices maple bacon Preheat oven to 350 degrees. In small bowl, mix cranberries and cream cheese into two…
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Arnold Schwarzenegger Goes Undercover at Gold's Gym
Hilarious video of Arnold Schwarzenegger going undercover, badly, at Gold's Gym in Venice Beach, California http://gawker.com/watch-what-happens-when-arnold-schwarzenegger-goes-unde-1506554523?utm_campaign=socialflow_gawker_facebook&utm_source=gawker_facebook&utm_medium=socialflow Happy Wednesday everyone.
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50 lbs lost. Lots of pics...
For most of my childhood, I was a really skinny kid, the one some of the other kids picked on for being nerdy, rail thin, and bony. I was 125 lbs in this picture (roughly), and I'm 5'8". College came around, and I started turning to food as therapy for stress and depression. It wasn't long before my weight started to…
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Ground Chicken Meatloaf
We made this tonight, and it was very tasty. 1 lb ground chicken thawed 1/2 cup bread crumbs 1 egg white 1 tbsp ground sage 1/2 tbsp ground black pepper 2 tbsp steak sauce (A1 or any other variety works) 1 tbsp olive oil 1/2 cup diced onions 1/2 cup diced green peppers 1/2 cup tomato sauce Mix together everything but…
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How did you choose your fitness goals?
Just curious about those of you with specific fitness goals and how you set them. Did you have a particular task that you wanted to accomplish and train to be able to do that? Did you have a particular physique you wanted and train to achieve that? Was it some combination of both or other? Did you aim for a long term goal,…
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How to make your own whole wheat bread (with pic)
I got asked a few times how I make my bread, so I thought I'd share in case anyone else was interested and wanted to give it a whirl. This is a whole wheat loaf, so it's quite dense. It's great for sandwiches. This bread is cheap, easy, and delicious. Makes 1 loaf. Ingredients: 2 tsp dry active yeast 2 cups warm (think…
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Easy Very Low Calorie Salsa
You need a food processor or or strong blender for this recipe unless you can finely hand-chop. Ingredients: 1/2 large bunch fresh cilantro (stems and bad leaves removed and rinsed) 1 tbsp diced jalapenos (seeds removed), drained (optional) 1 large or 2 small tomatillos, peeled and quartered 3 large or 5 small plum…
