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Entering sodium / salt into the food database
UK guidelines recommend not exceeding 6g of salt per day (or 2400mg of sodium). Most UK foods list the salt, but MFP asks for the sodium values and tracks Sodium. For those interested in tracking their salt, or those who enter items on the food database (for which I thank you), I have included the salt to sodium conversion…
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Jill in Michaels 30 day shred
I'm planning on following this plan along with a LFHC diet. It's only 30 minutes for 30 days and will hopefully get me into exercise mode. They do say 21 is the magic number when it comes to developing a habit. Anyone done this while eating LCHF? Any tips? Or does anyone wish to join me?
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Squidgy body fat
Is it true that the fat you lose first is the deep/eptopic/visceral fat? Could that be why my body (especially my middle / core) has gone all soft and squishy? I understand I can't build muscle while eating at a deficit, but need to eat a deficit to lose the fat. Does this way of eating (higher protein than carb) help…
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Protein macro
My macros are set as following;- Protein 20% (65g), carbs 10% (32g) and fat 70% (100g). I stay under my carbs and fat, but make up the calorie deficit by slightly going over my protein, no more than 20g a day, and not every day. I find it quite tricky getting that much fat daily, and have read I don't need to hit the fat…
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Avocado
Never tried an avocado until about three weeks ago. I would like to incorporate more into this diet, but the last couple I bought have been grey and mushy on the inside. Any tips on picking a good avocado, should it be light or dark green, firm or soft ? I was given the tip of removing the nipple, and if it is green…
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**warning** toilet talk
Apologies if this is too much information, but since starting this woe, I have had an incredible thirst/dry mouth and have been knocking back the water like it is going out of fashion. The result= many trips to the bathroom, but my urine is clear, and I am well hydrated. However, since starting this woe (almost three…
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LCHF - What's not too love?
Week three completed, and here are a few observations I have made by following this WOE;- 1) I get to eat loads of foods I love, and had to banished from many other WOE / diets 2) I'm hardly ever Hungry 3) I have lost all cravings for carbs and sweet stuff 4) I've lost 19lb 5) I no longer have rings around my ankles where…
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Two Weeks In
Just completed my second week of LCHF and am 15lb down in total....amazing. This is my first time trying LCHF, and so far so good. I haven't had any tiredness or rashes, and am hardly every hungry. I have not suffered the Keto Flu (yet) not have I had any Keto rashes, and apparently I don't have stinky breath (always good…
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Blood pressure
Has anyone had success in lowering their BP by following LCHF? Any tips greatly appreciated.
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Saturated fat
Hi, Quick question if I may... Do I need to be overly concerned over the makeup of my 70% fat? I could easily hit my 70% /109g fat target, but struggle to keep my saturated fat below 15g (as per the MFP calculation). Thanks in advance
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Newbie with questions
Hi, Not new to dieting or this site. but new to LCHF. After falling of the wagon, I think I am ready to jump back on, and find something that works for me that I can stick to. I have always been curious about a LCHF diet, and it has taken me quite a while to get out of the low fat / low calorie mentality to lose weight.…
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cardio and fat burning
Hi all, I read on one of the boards yesterday that cardio does not burn fat. Cardio just burns calories (energy) and allows you to eat more. If you do not replenish the calories by eating them back, you will loose energy. I need to weight train to gain muscle because that burns fat, gives shape and prevents squidgy bits.…
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NSV today that has had me smiling all day
went to the doctors today for an injection which I have every three months. The nurse told me my weight was down as was my normally high blood pressure. The best bit was when the doc went to give me my injection in the upper arm. As he felt my arm he asked "have you been working out?" to which I replied I had, and he said…
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30DS (30 Day Shred) starting 29/07/12
Hi, Just realised I have 30 days until my holiday. This is the perfect amount of time to fit in a cycle of 30DS. Does anyone wanna join me? Don't forget to take measurements and photos.
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How long before a loss or gain shows on the scales
I'm sure I read somewhere that it takes approximately 3 days for a gain or loss to show on the scale. Meaning that if you have a binge or a super good diet / exercise day, the results of that day will take a couple of days to be reflected in your weight. Does anyone know if this is true ?
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let me get this straight.......
Hi, Please forgive me if I use the incorrect terminology. I am trying to lose weight / fat and am eating at a deficit (this is the only way it works for me) but am concious that I will also be losing lean body mass. I want to maintain as much lean mass as I can, and not be skinny fat. From reading the boards I understand…
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hrm at theme parks
I'm off to Legoland for two days and won't be able to exercise, however I will be spending about 10 hours each day walking around the park. I am considering wearing my HRM to see how many calories I burn. What do you guys think? And will the scary rides that get my pulse racing effect my calculated burn by giving a higher…
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confused...please help
last year I lost 3 stone. according to my tanita scales my body fat did not change (other than the usual fluctuations), and I didn't loose many inches. I don't know where the weight went. I carry my weight around my middle, not my lower belly, but sort of a rubber ring just below my bust. can anyone advise me of anything…
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for anyone looking for a workout buddy / twin
There are quite a few people have little support or require extra motivation off of this site. If like me you would like an exercise buddy in the area you live to help motivate you to work out and vice versa, post your location, fitness level and goal in this post and hopefully, someone will get in touch. I'll get us…
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*** Christmas stars *** CLOSED GROUP
Morning all, and thanks for offering your support to this challenge, and each other. This challenge is to broaden our minds and expiriences, but shrink our waistlines. There are 23 of us taking part in this challenge, and I'm sure most if not all of us welcome friend requests. Members are;- Mormas abeautifulvoice…
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30ds over 10 days
if I were to do 30ds 3 times a day over 10 days, would I get the same results as if I did it over 30 days?
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south wales runners
any runners in south wales? I'm considering entering the rudolf run (5k fun run) in margam park early December. I'm a running beginner, and am looking for someone to offer support and possibly run with.
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c25k Week 5
I'm about to start Week 5 D1 on Sunday, and the week looks daunting. Is anyone at the same point as me? I'm looking for someone who is able to push me through this programme, my motivation is wavering. Any advice or tips greatly appreciated by anyone who has done the programme. I really want to do this, but need some…
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A New Challenge *** Christmas Stars ***
*** A new Christmas challenge open to all who wish to join up until 13/09/11 when it will become closed to those who have already signed up*** I weigh in on a monday as do a lot of other people as this is seen to many (not all!!) as a start of a new week. Well next monday, the twelth of September, is the start of a new…
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Turbo Jam
Thinking of buying the Turbo Jam DVD. Does anyone have it, what are your thoughts on it and did you get results (weightloss or inchloss) Thanks
