Category Archives: protein

Start…HOW to do it…

it is pretty simple…..YOU START you have to get in a mindset. you have to hit your point where you had ENOUGH during the last 2 or 3 weeks, i have been very depressed and yes, as food helps, i … Continue reading

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Eat Protein….

protein is fuel…..think of your body hungry..wanting to eat..and you do so eat protein…protein is your fuel. it fills you up and gives you energy.  

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So, how was it?

My first big weekend back on the track and back from (vacation) so to speak. Yes I was nervous…..would I say screw it and eat whatever OR would I hang in there and do the best I can/could. Mind you … Continue reading

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Hey to whomever reads this. Today is mindset day.

hello, anyone? I think our mindset must be strong to want to lose weight. I find if I don’t believe in myself enough, I won’t ever do it. I have to do this for me. I cannot get my hub … Continue reading

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Day 3…..anyone here ??

I again apologize for dropping out of sight. I hope you can forgive me. So on day 3 of me trying to get back into the mindset of being a WLS patient who is trying to get healthy, I am … Continue reading

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Fluro Xray and Fill

i took the day off from work to go see my dr.. well, d day arrived and let me stress how nervous i was…i did not sleep the night before and kept thinking all sorts of (things) that they were … Continue reading

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only 8 days..

i feel fantastic today…i battled my inner demons yesterday and i won. my mom in law went into the hospital again and that was stressing enough and seeing hub worry so…..and then that bugger of a cold cheese burger.. someone … Continue reading

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Week One–PROTEIN

Protein can reduce hunger and boost our metabolism, but we won’t lose weight if we don’t eat fewer calories than we can burn off. It is definitely possible to overeat so again, it is cals in vs cals out   … Continue reading

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why eat a lot of protein…

1. PROTEIN SATISFIES & SAVES CALORIES In the beginning of your weight loss journey, protein is important because it helps you feel fuller longer. Having protein around slows down digestion making us more satisfied and less likely to go back … Continue reading

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Basics..#2 Eat more protein

written by Nick Tate: Low-fat diets are out. High-protein diets are in. That’s because many nutritional studies show people who cut down on carbs and boost consumption of chicken, fish, certain cuts of meat, and plant-based proteins reduce their risk … Continue reading

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