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Success stories women in their 50's who have toned up
Anyone out there in their 50's who have lost weight and have been able to tone up, if so what did you do and how long did it take. Have any pictures of before and after
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Yogurt
I love yogurt and have been eating it sometimes twice a day, was wondering is it good for you. I have also heard it helps eat the fat away but don't know how true this is. I just know that I have had success in losing weight. So whats everyone's opinion on it I'm not a big fan of greek yogurt but still trying some to find…
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Periods
Before I started on MFP my periods were every couple of months but once I lost the pounds I haven't had any more periods so I'm wondering if it is because I lost too much body fat or if it was time for mine to stop. I haven't had a period in a year . How do you know if you lost too much body fat. I did lose 22 pounds in 5…
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Waistline discomfort
Okay I have lost 22 pounds and I wear a size 4 or 6 my problem is things still bother me in the waist. Is anyone else having this issue and why do you think we still have this problem.
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Chili Mac Pot
Chili Mac Pot (4 Points) 16 ounces extra lean ground turkey or beef 1 cup chopped onion 2 cups (one 16 ounce can) tomatoes, coarsely chopped and undrained 1 (10 3/4 ounce) can Healthy Request Tomato Soup 1 cup reduced-sodium tomato juice 2 teaspoons chili seasoning 6 ounces (one 8 ounce can) red kidney beans, rinsed and…
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Burger Heaven Casserole
Burger Heaven Casserole (5 Points) 16 oz. extra lean gr. beef (or turkey) 2 cups sliced raw potatoes 1 & 1/2 cups sliced carrots (I used frozen) 1 cup chopped celery 1/2 cup chopped onion 1 cup frozen peas –thawed 1 cup frozen whole kernel corn – thawed 1 10 oz. can healthy Request Tomato Soup 1/2 cup water 1 tsp. dried…
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Symptoms of Magnesium deficiency
Symptons of magenesium deficiency include sugar and chocolate cravings, cardiac arrhythmias, irritability, panic attacks, anxiety, muscle weakness or spasms, tearfulness, depression, personality changes, constipation, leg cramps and fatigue according to Suzy Cohen. More than 200 medications deplete magnesium, antacids,…
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Peanut butter recall
There has been a recall of peanut butter and other nut products linked to Trader Joe's creamy salted valencia peanut butter. In addition to trader Joe's the recall includes some nut butters, and nut products sold at Whole Foods Marekt, Target, Safeway, Fresh & Easy and others
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Spring or Purfied Water
Whats your opinion on water, spring or purified
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Raisins
Okay ladies had my yearly check up with the gynocologist yesterday and yep I'm definitely going through pre-menopause. Since I declined taking medicines the doctor told me that one of her patients said eating a box of raisins every day helped her with her menopause symtoms so I'm gonna try eating a box every day to see if…
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Anyone out there at their maintenance level
Hi I'm still working my way up to find my maintenance level as I am at my goal weight but out of curiosity wonder how it is working for those who are already maintaining their weight. Any tips are advice is appreciated
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MFP Exercise amounts have changed
I don't know if anyone else noticed by I believe they changed their exercise amounts because usually when I record 25 minutes of walking they say I earned 62 calories but today it says I only burned 59 for the same amount of time. Has anyone else noticed a change in amount
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Hillshire Farm Grilled chicken breast
I had one of these today and it was very very good and only 120 calories per chicken breast. It tasted better than the grilled chicken you get at applebees which to me their grilled chicken taste somewhat like rubber chicken
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Louisiana
Anyone here from Louisiana
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Hot Flashes
It seems since I started on here and since I've lost weight that my hot flashes have started getting worse. Is anyone else having that affect.
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Triceps extensions and Lunges
I have started doing both of the above so I enter them in the strength training part and it does not calculate calories burned. Is this correct? I'm new to strength training and so I don't know if there is something I have to do for it to calculate calories Thanks any help is appreciated
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Facial changes
I am starting to think I need to gain back some weight as I don't like the indentions around my mouth now. For the first time I noticed how defined it was today and I don't think I like it much. I'm 51 and I kind of feel it makes me look older. I love being 125 but I'm considering gaining some back because of my face. Has…
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Muscle Mass
Okay my question is if you lose muscle mass can you get it back?
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Sweet and crunchy Pears
Where can I find a sweet and crunchy pear, they are always soft when I get them and I like them sweet and crunchy. Any pear experts out there
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Strawberry whipped Sensation
Prep time 20 min plus freezing/Makes 12 servings Ingredients: 4 cups fresh strawberries, divided 1 can (14oz) sweetened condensed milk 1/4 cup lemon juice 1 tub (8oz) cool whip whipped topping, thawed, divided 8 oreo cookies, finely chopped 1 tbsp butter, melted Line 9x 5 inch loaf pan with foil, with ends extending over…
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Weight Watchers Grilled Pizza with Sausage, onions & Peppers
I saw this and thought I would share Ingredients 6 oz cooked chicken sausage(s), about 2 links, halved lengthwise, thinly sliced 1 small uncooked red onion(s), cut into thin slivers 1 small yellow pepper(s), cut into 1/4-inch-thick slices 1/2 cup(s) store-bought pizza sauce, or tomato sauce 4 medium whole wheat tortilla(s)…
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Health Message
Important Health Message from Maxine As I was lying in bed pondering the problems of the world, it suddenly occurred to me that I don't really care. Think about this: 1. If walking/cycling is good for your health, the postman would be immortal. 2. A whale swims all day, only eats fish, drinks water, and is fat. 3. A rabbit…
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Road Trip Snack
Trying to think of some good road trip snacks that aren't high in calories besides fruit. We leaving for Shelby North Carolina tomorrow and any ideas would be appreciated
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Hilarious
Important Health Message from Maxine As I was lying in bed pondering the problems of the world, it suddenly occurred to me that I don't really care. Think about this: 1. If walking/cycling is good for your health, the postman would be immortal. 2. A whale swims all day, only eats fish, drinks water, and is fat. 3. A rabbit…
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Low Cal Deserts
I found this in the March issue of Woman's Day Oatmeal-Jam Bars (makes 36 servings) 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flower 2 tbsp brown sugar 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, at room temperature 1 1/2 cups old fashioned oats 1/2 cup granulated sugar 1/2 tsp baking soda 1/2 tsp kosher salt 1 large egg 3/4 cup seedless raspberry jam…
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Couponers
Are there any couponers on this site, just curious. Couponing has helped me save so much money and I love it, and yes it is time consuming but so worth it
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Jump Rope
I just started jumping rope and can only do it for 2 minutes straight. When I enter it in the data base here says I only burned 20 calories for 2 minutes which is around 135 jumps and my heart is totally racing. Seems like it should be more thatn 20 calories burned. Anybody else out there jumping rope
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Morning star
Just curious do the morning star products taste good
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Spouse Raids your low fat goodies
Does anyone here have a problem keeping their significant other out of their low fat deserts. My hubby likes to eat my skinney cow and weight watchers ice cream, only problem he eats at least two at a time and this stuff isn't cheap so it's hard to keep enough in the freezer
