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ALWAYS over on sugar...help!
So, I was going through my past week or 2 food diaries and every single day I am over on sugars. I don't know what to do ! I mean I guess I forget fruit has sugar and in the past I was drinking slim fast shakes which are very high sugar but switched to a low sugar mix. I am a former daily soda drinker and worked at…
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Apple cider vinegar for heartburn?
Hey so I have had horrible heartburn for years. A couple years back I got an endoscopy and I have scarring on my esophagus. Lately, my heartburn has been excruciating. I have taken antacids, prilosec an what not but recently heard these could do harm over a long period of time. I just started drinking diluted apple Cider…
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Brazil Butt Lift Exercise DVDs?
Wondering if anyone has tried this, and if so how was it? I was thinking of trying it since I guess my mom has it and hasn't used it. Anybody else have it and want support/motivation and help eachother? I am doing 30 DS right now so would probably start this in September. Any help or info would be awesome, Thanks
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HRM came in mail today!
So excited when I got the mail to find my HRM I ordered a week or so ago. I got the Polar FT4 and am definitely impressed! The watch is a lot comfier than I had thought and is somewhat ingeniously designed. This may be a weird thing to notice but there is a litte nodule attached to the buckle on the watch that really…
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Fava beans?!
hey just got some Fava beans at farmers market, any idea how to cook or prepare these? Any info would be awesome!
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Delicious vegan blueberry muffins =]
Edit: Nutrition facts for how I made them: 185 calories, 2.5 g fat. 3 g fiber per muffin! Recipe makes 12 muffins so i still have a ton of berries from going berry picking so I made these: Ingredients: 2 cup flour( I used whole wheat) 1/2 tsp salt 1/2 tsp baking soda 1 tsp baking powder 3/4 cup sugar/honey/agave...( I used…
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Potassium vitamin/ supplement?
So I have been working hard to get more potassium in my diet but sometimes fall short and with cramping from exercise I get, I know I need more. Just wondering if there is any harm in taking a potassium vitamin as a supplement? Thanks for any info!
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Yummy vegan raspberry cookies!
Oops, muffins not cookies haha! (edit) Just made these and fiancé has already has 3, haha! Thought I would share =] Ingredients: 1 cup whole wheat flour 1 1/2 tsp baking powder 1 tsp cinnamon 1 cup sugar/honey/agave/splenda..( I used organic raw sugar) 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce 1/4 cup coconut oil, you could use…
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HRM chest strap + big girl, will it fit?
So I am looking at getting a HRM, probably the Polar FT4. However, I am worried the chest strap won't fit me? I am 5'6"-5'7" 275 lbs and a large bust. Any info would be appreciated..
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Unexpected coconut oil benefit!
so I just recently started using this stuff, and am already Converted! This may be TMI.. But since using coconut oil in my protein smoothies, things have been much smoother(works as a gentle laxative) Haha, lots of other benefits too but thought I would throw that out there!
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Fresh Berry Recipes?
Hey! Just went berry picking and got pounds of blueberries, raspberries, and blackberries. Want to make some yummy recipes but most all recipes I have found ask for fruit preserves and not fresh berries...anyone know of any suggestions or recipes? Greatly appreciated!
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Best Juicer..?
hey we are wanting to buy a Juicer and would love any suggestions!!
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Coconut oil, how do you use it?
Fiancé just went shopping and got Coconut Oil, any suggestions on how to use or cook with? Any tips or info appreciated! Thanks
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"Tapped" documentary about bottled water...
Is extremely informative and interesting, if you are concerned with environment or interested in our water resources and such, I would check it out! Found it on Netflix and reinforces the idea that using a water bottle is the best way to go.
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"Bobble" Water bottle..amazing!
So, a few weeks ago I bought a new water bottle at Target. $12, and it comes with its own filter! The big size is about a liter so I try to drink 4 or 5 a day! It is the best thing since I used to spend way too much on bottled water( not a huge fan of tap water to be honest, slightly metallic..). The filter on these last…
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Trader joes coconut milk....
is delicious in smoothies! Similar calories to soy milk and adds a really good taste when blended with frozen fruit! Fyi
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Help! Scale discrepancies .. Encouragement needed
So since I have started my weight loss journey, I've been using the Wii fit Balance Board as my "scale" and thought it was quite accurate. However, we just bought a Nice Taylor scale and it says I am 6 pounds heavier than I thought =[ what's going on?
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"Food Matters" Documentary..
Just started watching this on Netflix and am already intrigued! Anyone seen this? I'll post my thought/ review about it later
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When doing exercise DVDs in your house on carpeting..
Do you wear socks and tennis shoes/sneakers or go barefoot? Why or why not? I am curious and wondering what is best, I have been doing 30 Day Shred and haven't been wearing shoes, feels weird to inside haha. Any info appreciated!
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Laughing cow garlic & herb...
Is delicious! First time trying it today with lunch and totally replace the need for extra cheese or mayo on my sandwich! Yay, for anyone who hasn't tried this and likes creamy stuff in sandwiches , this stuff is awesome
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Jumping jacks with a large bust?
Hey! So I just completed my first day of 30 day shred! While I want to stick with it , I have a question and any suggestions or tips would be appreciated. For quite a few minutes throughout the workout, you do jumping jacks. Having a D/DD size chest makes this very painful and difficult even with a sports bra.. Any…
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What size Hand weights would you recommend?...
Morning Everyone! I am a newcomer to the site and working out and had a question. I recently started 30 day shred and feel like I need hand weights. What is a good size to start with? 3 lb? 5 lb? Any input appreciated !
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Is there a way to create a walking route...
or to search for nearby ones? I live in an apartment complex with no park nearby or anything really. I was wondering if anyone knew of an app or website where you can make, create, or search for a Route to walk/run? Thanks so much
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A couple small NSV...
So, since starting my weight loss journey, I've only lost about 15 lbs ( 7 with MFP) and I have definitely noticed a change in my face already Also, my engagement ring is fitting a lot looser! Just wanted to share =)
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Just figured Blog out
Hey I joined this past week , have had the app for a little longer and just finally figured out how to make a blog post, I have over 100 pounds to lose and any support is welcome!
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Couch to 5K Question!
Hey! So i just started doing the Couch to 5K program which I am very excites about. However, it's been years since I ran and on day 1 I had to stop the jogging section prematurely a couple times. What do you think about repeating week 1, and then also doing week 2 twice and so on? Not looking to run a 5K in a certain…
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Best exercise DVDs?
I am starting Jillian Michael's 30 day shred next week but want to know some other great exercise DVD's people have had success with? We got an Amazon Gift card so thought I would save on shipping, haha Any recommendations appreciated thanks
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GNC Women's Multi-V with calorieburning support?
Hey, so I needed a multi vitamin and got convinced by the sales person to try something new. It's called Women's Ultra Mega Energy & Metabolism. Was wondering if something like this is really effective as far as kicking up metabolism? Have you tried anything like this? The "caffeine and metabolism blend" includes green…
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New to message boards and relatively new to MFP, introducing
Hi everyone! My name is Jessie =] I have been using MFP for about 2 weeks now an have lost over 5 pounds! I think it is just amazing and the iPhone app is so easy. I am starting C25K and 30DS this month also! I have over 100 pounds to Lose so any friends or motivation would be great! Feel free to add me.
