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Foods w/ perfect macro ratios?
I just realized that my fretta recipe (eggs, Italian sausage, peppers, onions, mushrooms) is almost an ideal food: F: 69% P: 25% C: 6% Anybody have any other meals/ dishes that are near to perfect in this way? I try to pre-plan my food early in the day in order to get as close as possible to my macro goals, but would be…
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Water Retention and Surgery
Hello, MFPers! I had surgery on Tuesday and gained six pounds overnight...has this ever happened to any of you? I can only assume that it is water weight and will work itself out eventually, but it was a bit shocking to see the numbers on the scale. Any input is greatly appreciated! S :-)
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Carbs?
I was eating a LCHF diet for about three months before becoming pregnant. I know that I need to stop losing at this point (& hopefully start gaining, at least in the 2nd & 3rd trimesters), but I don't want to revert back to my carb-laden diet of old. Does anyone know how many grams of carbs are needed during pregnancy? I'd…
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Pregnancy & Carbs?
So, I'm knockered & seeking advice, as the midwives won't see me until the 22nd. Just as on MFP, there's lots of debate over low-carbing on all of the pregnancy sites. Does anyone have any _real_ knowledge about the dangers of ketosis while pregnant? If I want to avoid ketosis but still restrict carbs, how many grams…
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My mind is blown! Check my math, please?
When I joined MFP, I reveled in the opportunity to play with Math, because Math is fun. I calculated my BMR & my TDEE & set myself up with what I thought was a reasonable deficit. Admittedly, I lost a considerable amount of weight (and rather quickly, which I know is frowned upon around here). Believe me, I understand the…
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Good thoughts needed!
Good morning, everyone! Though my new WOE is going swimmingly and I am extremely grateful to MFP for helping me to make this lifestyle change (I've lost over 20 pounds!), our family is in need of some positive thoughts just now. Our beloved dog, Herbie, who has been with us since we rescued him as a pup 11 years ago has…
