RIU Weight loss Support Group
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TwistItUp
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http://sites.garmin.com/en-US/vivo/vivosmart/
https://buy.garmin.com/en-US/US/prod154886.html
I wonder if one of these could help.
I'm thinking it might actually work.
Some fuck wad keeps calling here several times a day and never leaving a message.
I always get up to go check the caller ID. Swear I've lost weight just getting up all the time to check the caller ID.
I'd rather unplug the phone and go with the wrist band that tells you when to get up and move.
https://buy.garmin.com/en-US/US/prod154886.html
I wonder if one of these could help.
I'm thinking it might actually work.
Some fuck wad keeps calling here several times a day and never leaving a message.
I always get up to go check the caller ID. Swear I've lost weight just getting up all the time to check the caller ID.
I'd rather unplug the phone and go with the wrist band that tells you when to get up and move.
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wascaptain
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just checking in. I like 190, I may try to drop 5 lbs just to see. it sure is nice to see lower abs again. I got to say I think its the using of a nutria bullet that is doing the weight loss for me. I put hemp protein, nuts, kale, and veggies in it. been using this when I get home from my work outs about 11ish and it carrys me over till supper time. I use a whey protein shake with a raw eye in the mornings for my breakfast. I don't have the strength I once had but at my age, the heart and lungs is where its at!
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Balzac89
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Oh boy day 5 vegan, I've been a vegetarian for almost two years.
I've been learning about nutrition and diet lately. Decided I'm going to attempt to stop eating anything but raw fruits and vegetables. I will not eat processed foods either.
How long do you think I can do this when I live in a household that thrives on processed foods and meat.
It remind me of when I quit smoking cigarettes (17 months) and I can still be around people who smoke and not get cravings.
I've been learning about nutrition and diet lately. Decided I'm going to attempt to stop eating anything but raw fruits and vegetables. I will not eat processed foods either.
How long do you think I can do this when I live in a household that thrives on processed foods and meat.
It remind me of when I quit smoking cigarettes (17 months) and I can still be around people who smoke and not get cravings.
Hookabelly
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I live in a house where most everyone eats shitty things. (Read: teen agers) Husband is on board for healthy eating but not to the level I am, so I've basically been making my own, separate food for over 5 years now. NOt so bad.
But @Balzac89 I quit an all raw diet b/c we lack sufficient enzymes for maximum absorption of nutrients from a totally raw diet. In other words, the good stuff passes right through before our bodies can reap the total benefits. Believe me, I've dedicated much of my life to researching diet and exercise and in this area what I've found was that a variety of raw, and lightly steamed foods is best for achieving maximum nutrient absorption.
Some nutrients become more bioavailable once they are heated. Lycopene, for example, an antioxidant found in tomatoes and other foods, is shown to be more nutritionally available when cooked. Vegetables such as kale, spinach, onions, and garlic are also shown to be more nutritious when cooked because light cooking releases compounds that might otherwise go undigested. Of course, overcooking foods, particularly meats, produces acrylamide and other chemicals that contribute to inflammation and cancer. So, as always, balance is key.
PS: How is your dad doing? Is he getting some in home care? How is his pain?
Balzac89
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They put him on Oxycodone (formerly hydrocodone) and he was on an IV drip for a few days.
The pain improved, but he needs to start helping himself if he wants to get better.
I got scared there for a few days i'm glad he finally went to the hospital. He's just blissfully unaware that his decisions affect everyone in the family.
Hookabelly
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Hang in there man!
Balzac89
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Thought I'd revive this a bit.
When I got home I decided I would eliminate dairy from my diet as my next step towards veganism.
I've been a pescatarian for a long time. I tried to go Vegan but it was too hard I gave up and now I'm taking small steps towards a healthier diet.
When I got home I decided I would eliminate dairy from my diet as my next step towards veganism.
I've been a pescatarian for a long time. I tried to go Vegan but it was too hard I gave up and now I'm taking small steps towards a healthier diet.
Hookabelly
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Glad you resurrected this thread. I am gonna need it. I've got One month to get swim suit ready. taking a trip. Had to put reg. fitness/nutrition regime on back burner for past 2 months while remodeling a house. Now for the past week started back up at the gym, but you know how it is when you're older, you don't just snap back into shape.
Went vegan for a few years. Didn't work for me. I don't care if I ever eat meat again, not that into it, but I don't metabolize iron and wasn't getting enough of certain B vitamins from plants/supplements only. how's it going eliminating the dairy? What substitutions do you like if any?
Balzac89
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It's going well. I don't usually consume much dairy. Milk on cereal and cheese is the other big one. Love cheese.
Since I haven't been eating processed grains I haven't had any cereal so that's easy. I do have cravings for cheese I just try to avoid the dairy cooler when I do my grocery shopping that pepper jack is always calling my name.
I haven't been to the gym since I got off the trail. Classes start soon and I'll have access to the gym at the college. No membership fees when you attend classes its great.
Balzac89
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Can cause rapid or irregular heartbeat, delirium, panic, psychosis, and heart failure.
Hookabelly
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for what purpose?
Balzac89
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It's a short term weight loss drug. It's got some nasty side effects
Hookabelly
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no thanks. Nothing works but old school: burn more calories that consumed=weight loss.
roseypeach
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I had to see a nutritionist a few years ago per my surgeon to lose a good bit of weight before my gastric bypass a few years back, I can share her tips with you all...
Nothing white: that includes white rice, bread, potatoes, anything with refined white sugar
Fill up on lean proteins: fish (tuna or salmon are the best), white meat from chicken, lean pork or beef cuts (keep beef to no more than twice a week)
Eat more good fat and less bad (Extra virgin olive oil, avocados, etc) you cannot absorb vitamins without some fat content and the more clean fat you eat (like that from olive oil and avocados) the lower your cholesterol will be.
Fill up on fresh veggies--again NO potatoes unless you're using smaller potatoes (have more surface area with skin, which is where fiber content lies) and the purple varieties (and other colors) have 4 times as many antioxidants
Drink water before every meal (helps you feel fuller and increases metabolism) and hydrates you for better elimination and healthier skin
Portion control=your plate should have room for three or four food groups: vegetables, protein, carbs (the good ones) a serving of meat should be no larger than a deck of cards, vegetables can fill the rest of your plate or you can add some high fiber carbs (like baked sweet potato wedges, high fiber pasta salad with vinaigrette ,etc)
Following these guidelines and adding a walking regime helped me knock of nearly 80 pounds.
Nothing white: that includes white rice, bread, potatoes, anything with refined white sugar
Fill up on lean proteins: fish (tuna or salmon are the best), white meat from chicken, lean pork or beef cuts (keep beef to no more than twice a week)
Eat more good fat and less bad (Extra virgin olive oil, avocados, etc) you cannot absorb vitamins without some fat content and the more clean fat you eat (like that from olive oil and avocados) the lower your cholesterol will be.
Fill up on fresh veggies--again NO potatoes unless you're using smaller potatoes (have more surface area with skin, which is where fiber content lies) and the purple varieties (and other colors) have 4 times as many antioxidants
Drink water before every meal (helps you feel fuller and increases metabolism) and hydrates you for better elimination and healthier skin
Portion control=your plate should have room for three or four food groups: vegetables, protein, carbs (the good ones) a serving of meat should be no larger than a deck of cards, vegetables can fill the rest of your plate or you can add some high fiber carbs (like baked sweet potato wedges, high fiber pasta salad with vinaigrette ,etc)
Following these guidelines and adding a walking regime helped me knock of nearly 80 pounds.
Kul
Active Member
Speaking of good fats... When going meatless ensure that you find someway to get omega 3 into your body, it's critical in keeping your body less acidic and healthy.
Stay away from omega 6 & 9
high levels of omega 3 can be found in grass fed cow dairy and meats also seafood and some vegetables have high sources of omega 3.
Even if you eat meat you're still likely to be omega 3 deficient.
Stay away from omega 6 & 9
high levels of omega 3 can be found in grass fed cow dairy and meats also seafood and some vegetables have high sources of omega 3.
Even if you eat meat you're still likely to be omega 3 deficient.
Kul
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http://www.globalhealingcenter.com/natural-health/benefits-of-omega-3-6-9-fatty-acids/flax seeds, chia seeds , hemp hearts
roseypeach
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Another thing dieters need to watch out for is using alternative sweeteners. Check the labels, the popular ones are notorious for making you gain weight and can cause other problems from the chemicals they're manufactured from. You'll only catch me using stevia in the raw. It's good stuff, as close to natural as you can get, and it doesn't take much either. You can grow your own and dry it just like mj, and then crush with a mortar and pestle till its powdery and use about a tenth of what you'd use in regular sugar..too much and instead of it getting sweet, it turns really bitter.
Here's a good read on the subject, stevia doesn't get off easy..lol http://www.rodalesorganiclife.com/food/trying-lose-weight-stay-away-artificial-sweeteners
Here's a good read on the subject, stevia doesn't get off easy..lol http://www.rodalesorganiclife.com/food/trying-lose-weight-stay-away-artificial-sweeteners