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Do MULTIVITAMINS cause weight gain?
I've heard that multivitamins stuff up your metabolism and everything, you get bloated etc etc. I was wondering if this is true and what your experience with multivitamins have been like? I don't know if I should take them but if it helps with weight loss then why not :P But then apparently you gain weight so i don't know.…
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How long it takes to enter STARVATION MODE?
Hello I'm sick of my diet, i've tried sticking to my deficit for years but it doesn't work. BUT I do want to reach my goal weight before I go travelling. So here's the plan. It's like the 5:2 diet but more extreme. 2 days of complete water fasting (or 3) and the remaining days I still eat at a deficit but a lot less than I…
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What makes ABS look different??
Hello :) I've started my fat loss journey today and I'm hoping to lose 33lbs to get to my goal weight. As part of my goals I'd like to get abs, but I've noticed how diverse abs are. Okay I know the difference between six packs and slight definition.. But how come these abs are so different, e.g. the lines and stuff. lol…
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PALEO diet anyone??
Is anyone here on the paleo diet? If so what are your experiences?? I currently do paleo with added dairy. Is this sustainable in the long run?? Also does protein have a higher thermal effect than carbs and fats, i.e. more energy is expended in burning the protein. Thanks! :)
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BEST protein powder for women
Hello! :) I'm Stephanie and I'm new to myfitnesspal, so if you want to add me as a friend, I'd appreciate that! :) I was just curious about your thoughts on low carb protein powders. I currently take a soy isolate one at the moment, and it doesn't taste amazing. I just wanted to know if it's best to take an isolate with…
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How to lose weight without losing boobs!!!
Hello Okay I know that boobs are made of fat tissue and everything, and that with weight loss comes boob loss. However I was wondering if there was any way of lessening boob loss, e.g. with chest exercises etc. Because you see some girls/fitness models who are skinny and toned but they've got B/C boobs Thanks!! :)
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MACROS help please!!
Hello I'm so confused here... I was looking up macros for weight loss in general and I saw that most sites state that to lose fat it is best to have high protein, fats, then low carbs and I totally understand.. e.g. 20% calories coming from carbs. (this isn't for gaining mass, just fat loss) Okay so basically I recorded my…
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Does Brazilian Butt lift work??
Hello i'm considering buying the DVDs, just wondering if it works. I would appreciate pics of transformation if they worked for you. It's for 60 days by the way :) Thanks so much!! What are some other DVDS or workouts which work the butt? Apart from the usual squats/lunges etc
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How long it takes your body to DROP METABOLISM
Hello :) I'm going to be starting a 1000 calorie deficit diet for a few months starting on Monday, where all my calories are from highly nutritious foods so no empty calories. I was just wondering how long it takes the body to lower metabolism and burn fat more slowly and if there are ways to TRICK the body into keeping a…
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Buy LES MILLS body combat online!!
Hello :) So I'm kind of embarrassed to go to the gym at the moment because last time I was there I was actually in shape and I've got 17 kgs to lose before I'm considering joining again. So I'm working out at home, e.g. cardio, tabata training, weights etc. I've made that decision so pls don't put me down for it :P i was…
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CALORIE CYCLING HELP
Hello! I am worried that with my calorie deficit of 1000/day, I might reach a plateau after a month or a few weeks. I wanted to know if calorie cycling would help! e.g. example would be Mon- 1200 Tues- 1200 Wed- 500 Thurs- water fast Fri- 500 Sat-2500 Sun- 2500 Have any of you done something like this and has it helped you…
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Weight training question for females!!
Hello :) I was wondering if light weight high rep training is actually beneficial or should I be doing heavy weights? My goal is to lose fat and in that process (since I'm going on a 1000 calorie deficit every day) I want to minimise the muscle lost as well. Since I want to lose weight high rep would be more of a cardio…
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JILLIAN MICHAELS 6 week 6 pack??
Hello! :) I was wondering if any of you have completed the 6 week 6 pack, and how did you go?? What were your results? I'm considering doing this starting on Monday and I just wanted to know if you guys had a large transformation and if it is effective. Pictures would be highly appreciated too! And also.. if you guys were…
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How to SAFELY lose 1 kg a week?
Okay so from what I know a 7000 calorie deficit is necessary in order to lose 1 kg a week. I know there are mixed opinions, some people think if you lose that quickly you lose a lot of muscle. I'm being smart about, I eat mainly protein and vegetables in my diet, less fruit and dairy and limited complex carbs. Thus ALL of…
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LIQUID DETOX!
Hi everyone :) I'm Stephanie, new to myfitnesspal so if you want to add me as a friend, I'd greatly appreciate it! I have started on my weight loss journey, and I have 17 kgs to lose. I've heard that short liquid detoxes really help with weight loss as well as hair, nails, skin etc. I'm not crash dieting, e.g. I'm not…
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Will a 1000 calorie deficit ruin my metabolism??
Hello :) I'm Steph, an 18 year old, 164cm, and after a few years of being unhappy with my weight I have decided to lose the last 17kgs. I am actually going on holidays overseas in early January and I really really am hoping to lose the weight before then. I'm playing it safe and have decided on a daily deficit of 1000…
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Calling on all men! What stomach do you like on a girl?
Hi there :) Just curious to know about all your opinions! I know every guy is different but I'd like to hear from you! Describe the perfect stomach you like on a girl. e.g. flat, 2 pack, 4 pack, 6 pack, 8 pack, flabby, etc. Thanks! Pictures or examples would be good too! Have a nice day! :D
