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Spark People
This is a very good website but I feel it is very important to share Spark People as the site that has helped me the most. Both sites have great features.
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Prawn Noodle Soup
This is my variation of an Egg Drop Soup....it is quick and very taste. I have not worked out the totals yet. 2 cups chicken stock 1 green onion, thinly sliced 1 teaspoon finely chopped fresh ginger 2 teaspoons soya sauce (or more if you prefer) 10 peeled prawns, cut in half Fresh Udon noodles (I used 1/2 cup per person) 1…
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Bland Diet Help For Reflux Sufferer
After a recent visit to my doctor and a multitude of tests, he determined I have reflux and wants me to completely go off coffee and other caffeine products, alcohol and to eat a bland diet which means no acidic foods like citrus or tomatoes and no spicy food...I am wondering if anyone else has suffered from this and can…
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THE BEST PASTA RECIPE I HAVE EVER HAD
Prevention Magazine has a Flat Belly Diet. Last night I made a recipe called Capellini with Pine-Nuts, Sun-Dried Tomatoes and Chicken and it was the best pasta recipe I have ever had. The flavours were excellent, colour, taste....wow.... BTW....I used a new pasta that will be the only one I would buy again...in the health…
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Shakes do not work for me
Feeling desperate to lose and hearing great success from two friends who lost weight using Opti-Fast shakes, I decided to give meal replacement shakes a go. I replaced breakfast and lunch with the shakes, using skim milk. I had a normal evening meal. Well, I can tell you the first week I lost 3 pounds. Then the next two…
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Buddy System
To be honest with you, I have not entered my daily intake in two weeks. I have followed the program by memory except Friday I had a binge.....2nd one in a month (years since the last ones). I keep searching books for the magic pill of weight loss. I know I should be happy that my weight loss is slow and steady but for me,…
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CSIRO Total Wellbeing Diet
Has anyone here tried the CSIRO Total Wellbeing Diet; basic concept is higher protein, good carbs and good fats....the book is easy to follow with suggestions of meals that we all eat as normal people, including cereal, bread, potatoes..... http://www.themainmeal.com.au/index.cfm?pid=62 or…
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What don't I lose more
I have been with this website since March 24, having lost about 6 pounds. What confuses me about the amount I have lost, is I know my calories before MFP were well over 2000, maybe even close to 3000 some days. Now I average a healthy 1300 per day and the weight is slow to come off. I figured with that much less intake I…
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Junk food makes you feel ill
Yesterday was my weigh in day (another 1 pound)...I guess I am still feeling a little under the weather from a cold I had, as well a bit disappointed I did not have a bigger loss....anyways, I decided I would eat whatever I wanted...bad move! I had my usual toast and tuna for breakfast but then had a chocolate bar,…
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The Ultimate Tea Diet
Has anyone else bought the book "The Ultimate Tea Diet"....I just got the 2008 book from our local library and it really is quite interesting. I have just started reading it. The new wonder drug? Karen.
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Low Carb Tools
I found some of the tools on this website helpful... http://lowcarbdiets.about.com/od/whattoeat/What_Foods_To_Eat_on_a_Low_Carb_Diet.htm
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I am steadily losing
Yippee...I was so pleased this morning when I stepped on the scale and it showed 185....three pounds lost this week....5 pounds in my 3 weeks with My Fitness Pal.....35 to go and I see it happening! Karen.
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Vegetable Quiche Cups To Go
From The South Beach Diet Book 300 grams (10 oz) frozen chopped spinach, thawed 3 eggs 100 grams (4 oz) grated reduced fat cheese 50 grams (2 oz) finely chopped green peppers (capsicum) 50 grams (2 oz) finely chopped onions 3 drops Tobasco sauce, optional Squeeze and drain off as much liquid from the thawed spinach as you…
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View your ongoing totals
Just in case some people were now aware, you can view all your totals, including calories, fat, protein, carbs, sodium, fibre etc for one day or any time frame by going to Food, at the bottom of Your Food Diary it says "View Full Report Printable". If you wish to see more than just today then changed the From and To Dates…
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Carbs, Protein and Fats
For 1200 calories it says I should have: Carbs / Day 165 g Fat / Day 40 g Protein / Day 45 g I am 42, I have over 35 pounds to lose, lead a sedentary lifestyle (sit down full time job). I would like your advice as to whether I should decrease carbs and increase protein and if so, to how many grams. Thanks. Karen.
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How many calories for each meal please
If I follow the 1200 calories, what is the breakup for breakfast, lunch, dinner and snack or is it just to meet the 1200 totals? Karen.
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Creamed Spinach
From The South Beach Diet Book 2 packets (10 oz/300 grams each) frozen spinach, thawed 2 small shallots (green onions), finely chopped 1 clove garlic, finely chopped 60 grams (3 oz) low fat sour cream 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon coarsely ground black pepper In a frying pan, heat the spinach over medium heat for about 5…
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Smoked Salmon Frittata
From the South Beach Diet Book 8 spears fresh asparagus, cooked (or use tinned) Lite Cooking Spray 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil 1/2 red onion 50 grams (2 oz) sun dried tomatoes 50 grams (2 oz) smoked salmon or trout 2 eggs 50 ml (2 oz) water 3 tablespoons skimmed powdered milk 1/4 teaspoon chopped fresh marjoram or…
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Zucchini (Courgette) Ribbons With Fresh Dill
From The South Beach Diet Book 4 medium zucchini, sliced lengthwise into ribbons 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes Bring a pot of water to the boil. Add the zucchini slices and cook for 30 to 60 seconds or until just…
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Cookbooks
Can anyone recommend a cook book of high protein, lower carb recipes? I found a few tasty ones in The South Beach Diet. Karen. ps......I have been updating the database with the nutritional data of foods I regularly buy at the grocery store...today added Woolworths Home Brand Asparagus Spears and Baked Beans. Thank you to…
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I can't stop eating
Well, I did today what I hoped I would not do...I ate continuously and it isn't even dinner time yet. I am home sick with a cold. I kept myself busy, washing all the bedding, towels etc, reading the posts on this site and even chatting with some friends. But..... I ate and ate and ate....two pieces of toast with peanut…
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A Great Reference Website
I find topics on this website interesting and informative http://curezone.com/diet/
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How to avoid overeating when home sick
I am home sick today with a wicked cold and strange itchy red bumps on my lower back. I do not lose my appetite, but almost seem to get a bigger one. I will keep viewing the posts here to keep distracted but if you have any suggestions when stuck at home I would love it....It is my week 3 weigh in Monday and this has been…
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Bob Green's Best Life Diet
I am watching Oprah right now (home sick today) and it is the Bob Green's Best Life Diet...makes sense of course and we have all heard it before. Is anyone following that program? Karen
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The Biggest Loser Last Night
I don't normally watch the biggest loser but last night I caught the part where each member had to climb up a hill wearing a backpack loaded with the amount of weight they had lost...what an emotional thrill and a sad reality. Each one swore they would never go back. I think it is a good thing for us all to do, whether 5…
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Weighed In Today
Hi everyone....well it was my week two weigh in today. I lost 2 pounds (2nd week on MFP). I should be happy right but for some reason I seem sad and disappointed. I worked very hard to lose this week and really hoped for about 4 to 5 pounds as I know my calorie intake is a lot less than in previous weeks and months and I…
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I can't get food off my mind
Monday is my weigh in for week two...I stayed the same week one...I really want to show a loss (Tuesday will be my 42nd birthday). I have done really well all week, but today, Saturday I cannot get food off my mind. I have eaten fairly well but find the urge to snack overwhelming. I am not sure if maybe my food choices are…
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Calories of prepared food
I wanted to ask, for foods that have already been entered in the system, like Scrambled eggs, do they take in account butter or margarine they may have been cooked in? Karen.
