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Uses for Mashed Bananas?
I like bananas, but sometimes I don't eat them fast enough and they go beyond the point of ripeness at which I can eat them. I used to mash them and use them for banana bread, but I'm not brave enough to try sugar-free/no sugar added baking quite yet. Can mashed banana be frozen? If not what can mashed banana be used for…
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Calculating calories for activities not in database
I am moderately active several times a week, when I take care of a neighbor's goats.Oddly enough, "goat tending" is not in the database! LOL I spend three hours feeding and milking the goats (by hand), as well as lifting hay bales and cleaning goat poo from the concrete areas of the paddock. I'd say it's mostly aerobic…
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Hit my first small goal today!
I have lost my first ten pounds in 35 days and I am feeling great about it! I gave myself my reward this morning: I purchased a new riding helmet (equestrian). After 20 pounds I'll purchase either boots or breeches and, after five pounds after that, I go for my first riding lesson. I'm doing it this way to help me save up…
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"You'll do better with . . ."
Last night we had a candidate for senator come to town. The people who handle stuff like that put out a nice spread of finger food, including little sandwiches, a Mexican sort of dip with refried beans and other ingredients, chicken wings and tenders and a some desserts. When we were all standing and chatting and snacking,…
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Good food for on the road?
I am taking my little dog to be cremated on Tuesday and it will be pretty much an all-day affair. I'll have to have lunch on the road and perhaps a snack, too. I was thinking of taking peanut butter and banana to tide me over, but I'm not sure if that will be enough. Does anyone know if I can figure Race Trac hot…
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What are these macros of which people speak?
I am certain the ability to adjust them exists in the settings somewhere . . . but where?
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Protein Powders?
Once upon a time, when I was a member of Curves, I used their protein powders. I thought they tasted pretty good. Now that hot summer months are fast approaching here in the Deep South, I know that I'll be wanting to cook less and rely more on cold food and drinks for my meals. I would love a few recommendations for…
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Can I lose 80 pounds in a year?
I started out a couple of weeks ago at 204 pounds. I am currently at 199, which makes me feel terrific! I know the first few pounds are the easiest to lose and would love to lose another five by the end of April, but I'm working hard to do this "right" and not through starvation or other destructive means. My goal,…
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Having trouble testing my blood glucose
I've been testing my blood glucose levels for almost three weeks now. Although I've not been diagnosed with Type II diabetes, it does run in my family and my glucose levels have been moderately high on occasion (I have an appt on Wednesday to see someone to get a diagnosis/rule it out). My problem is that I have a wacky,…
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Trying to lose weight: possibly Type II
I've been testing my blood glucose level lately because 1) I have a history of hypoglycemia, 2) my family has a history of diabetes, and 3) I've been feeling "funny." My glucose levels have been elevated and I have an appointment to get an A1C test done. I am trying to start a weight loss program, whether or not I have…