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No Knead, No Yeast Wheat and Oatmeal Bread, so easy
Posted this earlier, thought I'd rename it because it is sooooo easy. Just made this yesterday, needs some tweaking, but pretty good as is. I used several recipes, then combined to make this one. Great texture, but I would concentrate on using one herb, not a little bit of each. OR, drop all the herbs and up the carraway.…
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Drinking Water
I have been trying to drink 8 glasses of water a day...it's really hard for me. I just read that we should drink enough water until the urine is light in color. Is that enough?
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Peanut Butter Oatmeal Cookies
These little guys are about 35 calories apiece. Just grab one or two to take the edge off. 1/2c. peanut butter 1/2c. oatmeat 1/4c. honey 1 egg 1 tsp. vanilla 1/4 tsp. cinnamon dash salt Preheat oven to 325. Use parchment or Silpat if you can, peanut butter burns easily. Otherwise, check bottoms often. Mix together all…
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Thanks
Thanks for all the recipe suggestions...have the oatmeal bars in the freezer, and the yogurt making in the crockpot, right now. Good way to start my tomorrow!
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Another Question
Does it really matter when I finish eating in the evening? I don't eat quick stuff, usually prepare and cook my dinner. So, it can get a little late. Does that really matter? And I try to clean up as I go, so by the time I sit down, it's...a little late.
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Ranch Dressing
Just made a GREAT Ranch Dressing. Used my homemade yogurt instead of sour cream (calorie savings there), used my reserved whey instead of buttermilk (LOTS of calorie savings there, too). Used some mayo, rice vinegar and lots of herbs. It really tastes just like good ol' Ranch Dressing. I'm amazed!!
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Hypthetical Question
Just wondering...if I meet my calories, but exceed a category (such as fats or sugars), how does that affect the overall day? For example, if I have something like fettucini alfredo (cream, pasta), maybe even Italian bread, BUT I stay within calories, how does that work? I guess I'm wondering how the profile works, or if…
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Dessert Needed Please
Sitting in my nighties, need a quick and easy sweet dessert from the pantry. Help! My creativity's on VERY LOW. Thanks.:wink:
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High Calorie Foods
Today's chart says I'm within 7gms of fat and 7gms of sugar, but I have a whopping 540 calories left for the day. How can I do this? I know many people say eat the calories and the rest will take care of itself, but I'm trying to eat healthier. How can I add 540 calories without throwing everything else out of whack? I've…
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Homemade Yogurt
So, I made homemade yogurt in the crockpot. I was a bit disappointed in the morning as it was way thinner than I expected. So I let it sit for the rest of the day and it tightened up. Then I strained it. It is perfect. Now here's my question. What to do with all the whey. I don't want to throw it away...can't make more…
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Stevia Plant Update
My Stevia Plant is THRIVING. Plucked a couple of leaves, put them in some warm lemon water, let it cool. Oh my goodness, really good!
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Another Sugar Question
I have never typically gone over on my sugars, but I have never typically eaten a lot of fruit. So now, after buying my juicer, I'm adding grapes, carrots, celery, apples, etc. And, I love it. But I see that one glass of that juice has my entire sugar allotment for the day. That doesn't worry me since it is from fruit.…
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Trying To Make My Own Yogurt
Anyone have any good ideas for making yogurt? The grocery type all has lots of sugar. Milk doesn't...so I thought I'd try my own. I poured the whey from my store bought yogurt, mixed it with skim milk at about 110 degrees. It's cooling now, won't know anything until tomorrow, probably. If anyone has done it before, please…
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YAY, got my juicer today!
Ordered a medium priced juicer from ebay ($39.95). Shocked at the arrival time. 2-3 days. I have been having a wonderful time. It's a Black & Decker Fruit and Vegetable Extractor, something like that. Threw EVERYTHING in, carrots, celery, parsley, onion, salad greens, spinach, then 1/4 apple, and about 4 strawberries.…
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I Bought A Stevia Plant
Just bought a Stevia plant. Can't wait to see how that works. I'll grow it, dry the leaves, then use. Follow my progress. Will let you know.
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Under Calories, Over Sugar
I try every day to meet my calorie goal. I don't eat processed foods, prepare almost everything at home. I can't seem to reach my calorie goal without exceeding sugars. I'm good with fiber, protein, etc. In fact, this evening I cooked a tortilla in butter to up my calories and stayed well within the fat. The sugar seems to…
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Juicing fruits and veggies
Don't have a juicer, but I do have a blender and immersion blender. Only food processor I have is hand spun, not electric. So, has anyone had success with the blender or the "boat motor"?
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Getting Concerned About Database Numbers
Anyone finding database numbers to be questionable? I know this is a contributing site, and I'm not trying to be critical, but I'm noticing some really blatant miscalculations. Maybe I'm wrong, but I'll use an example. I made a carrot cake with cream cheese frosting. I didn't submit the recipe. So, when I had a piece, I…
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Club Soda
I am trying to get my water in every day. But sometimes I just don't want it. I do like a glass of club soda with lime, was wondering if that could be used as part of my water consumption for the day.
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Cooking For One
I love to cook! But I'm finding that I'm making meals that always have leftovers. I don't mind that at all but now they're backing up...and I hate to waste food. Does anyone have some good home cooked meals for one? I know I can make one chicken breast, but am trying to stay away from baked potatoes and packaged foods such…
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Anyone Watching Cholesterol?
I'm not a big eater, but am trying to eat three meals a day. Today, I skipped breakfast, had a small roast beef lunch meat sandwich for lunch, wasn't really hungry for dinner. I knew I should eat, so I thought I'd have an omelette for dinner, 2 eggs. When I looked into the second screen I saw that my cholesterol would have…
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Water
I'm still having a hard time getting in 8 glasses of water per day. However, I probably drink 2 of those overnight. Should I count them from the day before, or the upcoming day? Working on getting them in, no matter what.
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Carbs
Is it really okay to be way under on carbs? I've noticed that sometimes at the end of my day I am way down on carbs. I rarely eat breads, but do eat beans. But if I didn't have the beans on my menu for the day, I'm under on the carbs. I'm pretty close each day on the fibers, fats, proteins. Should I really shoot for…
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Just made a few tweaks
Just some of the things that have helped me...and with so little effort. I've always been a fairly healthy eater, BUT, never ate breakfast or lunch, then had a really good dinner. Lean meat, fresh veggies. It was okay, but not the best. Now, I try to do this 1. Eat breakfast (usually yogurt, oatmeal, and berries). Still…
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I love mayonnaise
I love mayonnaise...and salt. As I tried to think of new ways to eat the tastes that I love, I have been experimenting. I haven't reached for the mayonnaise in a while, but this evening I was making chicken salad. So, I grabbed the mayo, no guilt involved, but used half of what I usually would have, added yogurt as the…
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Still a "skinny fat" here
Is there anyone who is considered "skinny fat"? I am. Thin, slim throughout the body but just over 30% body fat. They say it's not good. Any help would be appreciated.
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Interrupted Nights
I was never a big water drinker. And now, I am trying to get 8 glasses in each day. I used to sleep through the night. I am finding that I have to go to the bathroom not once, but sometimes twice through the night. And if it's later, I can't get back to sleep. Anyone have some advice? Sometimes I'm up at 5, when I should…
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Muscle Strengthening
Need some muscle building exercises. I do a lot of walking at work...but need a muscle and strengthening program for longer term calorie burn. I live in a condo, not a lot of space. Will buy some weights, but need some advice on a routine. Thanks. I'll do it outside when the weather gets nicer.
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Watch out...gonna wear a 2 piece this summer!
I have never worn a 2 piece bathing suit. Chunky as a kid, belly fat the rest of my life, although thin everywhere else. I am daily reducing the belly fat, thanks to being here. Plan to wear a 2 piece this summer, still have 3 months to make that a reality. Gonna do it!
