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Forum: Carb Counters 10-31-2011, 01:42 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 3,304
Posted By Sskar
Howdy all. Haven't been around since surgery for...

Howdy all. Haven't been around since surgery for breast cancer this past summer. I have continued on my "primal-ish" approach, meaning no grains, starch or added sugars (veggies and berries, you...
Forum: 100 lb. Club 10-31-2011, 01:34 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 3,107
Posted By Sskar
Hi, all. I have been absent for quite a while. A...

Hi, all. I have been absent for quite a while. A bout with breast cancer and reconstructive surgery have kept me quiet on these boards for some reason.

I am getting so close to goal but am so very...
Forum: Carb Counters 06-04-2011, 01:46 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,834
Posted By Sskar
Regarding the study referred to by JohnP - the...

Regarding the study referred to by JohnP - the participants were normal weight (BMI 22) and young (23 years). Also the sample size was quite small, and the study design (randomized cross over) was a...
Forum: Carb Counters 06-03-2011, 11:04 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,096
Posted By Sskar
Hey all. I survived surgery (not exactly a...

Hey all. I survived surgery (not exactly a high-risk one), lost 4.2 pounds of breast tissue and gained 1.3 pounds of saline in my temporary implants. No point in continuing to weigh myself as I have...
Forum: Carb Counters 05-20-2011, 12:30 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,096
Posted By Sskar
I assume they want you do get in calories - as if...

I assume they want you do get in calories - as if sugar isn't toxic and probably related to cancer growth! OK, call me paranoid about my weight loss, but I am really more concerned about how I will...
Forum: Carb Counters 05-20-2011, 09:52 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,096
Posted By Sskar
Morning folks! I'm thinking (obsessing is more...

Morning folks! I'm thinking (obsessing is more like it) about my upcoming postoperative period when I will have a day or 2 of mostly liquid intake. The list my surgeon gave me included such lovely...
Forum: Carb Counters 05-18-2011, 09:37 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,096
Posted By Sskar
Sorry, I haven't posted in eons. Family stuff has...

Sorry, I haven't posted in eons. Family stuff has evolved into my own personal health stuff. Diagnosed with breast cancer last month and having bilateral mastectomies next week.

Despite all the...
Forum: 100 lb. Club 04-17-2011, 12:49 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,376
Posted By Sskar
Just curious why not colonoscopy as opposed to...

Just curious why not colonoscopy as opposed to sigmoidoscopy? You're doing all the prep, why not have the full exam?
Forum: Carb Counters 04-16-2011, 11:25 AM
Replies: 74
Views: 5,421
Posted By Sskar
Hi ladynredd, If you want to go heavy duty...

Hi ladynredd,
If you want to go heavy duty Paleo, Google "Robb Wolf" - he has many free pod casts on his blog.
Some folks are less strict, more "Primarian" and do allow some dairy. Dr. Barbara...
Forum: Carb Counters 03-17-2011, 05:25 PM
Replies: 140
Views: 13,856
Posted By Sskar
Want to know more about the Taubes vs. Oz tv show...

Want to know more about the Taubes vs. Oz tv show from Gary Taubes' perspective? I found a free podcast on iTunes...
Forum: Carb Counters 03-12-2011, 12:21 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,506
Posted By Sskar
Just to throw my 2¢ in here - there is no should...

Just to throw my 2¢ in here - there is no should when it comes to carbs; no minimum daily requirement for humans; nothing essential about grains; etc.

If you are low-carbing and want to see how...
Forum: Dieting with Obstacles 03-10-2011, 12:59 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,530
Posted By Sskar
Men can be be insulin resistant. So, no they are...

Men can be be insulin resistant. So, no they are not the same thing.

IR or Metabolic Syndrome can be one of the complications of PCOS. in addition to the links provided by Gelene, check out this...
Forum: Atkins 03-10-2011, 12:48 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 7,496
Posted By Sskar
My reading/research about diet composition,...

My reading/research about diet composition, insulin and fat cells led me to post this on my blog:

"Theoretically one could just eat fat and eat little to no carbs, but eventually their body would...
Forum: Weight Loss Support 03-10-2011, 12:34 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,162
Posted By Sskar
Please don't let one slip derail you! You have...

Please don't let one slip derail you! You have not failed. ALL of us have done this.

Look back at the luncheon and write down what was going on - how were you feeling emotionally and physically;...
Forum: Weight Loss Support 03-10-2011, 12:28 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 705
Posted By Sskar
Nicotine is far more dangerous for pregnancy than...

Nicotine is far more dangerous for pregnancy than being overweight (or using cocaine, for that matter). Quit smoking- if you have quit again, way to go!

Being closer to ideal body weight will...
Forum: Carb Counters 03-09-2011, 10:46 PM
Replies: 140
Views: 13,856
Posted By Sskar
Never tried a whole chicken in a slow cooker, but...

Never tried a whole chicken in a slow cooker, but it sounds really good.

We did do a slow-cooker pork tenderloin (so easy I can do it): for each 2# pork add 1 packet Knorr onion soup mix, 1 cup...
Forum: Carb Counters 03-08-2011, 09:53 PM
Replies: 140
Views: 13,856
Posted By Sskar
Thanks for all of the congratulations! Laughing...

Thanks for all of the congratulations! Laughing at the thought from Kel of losing 1/3 of me :)

Seriously, I am on a mission to no longer see myself as dieting but as just eating for my health -...
Forum: Carb Counters 03-07-2011, 09:41 PM
Replies: 140
Views: 13,856
Posted By Sskar
I hit onderland today! Plus, Dr. Oz is...

I hit onderland today!

Plus, Dr. Oz is fatphobic...
Forum: Carb Counters 03-07-2011, 09:13 PM
Replies: 161
Views: 13,185
Posted By Sskar
Dr. Oz is a cardio-vascular surgeon who is just a...

Dr. Oz is a cardio-vascular surgeon who is just a TV personality spouting very little evidence-based medicine.

/signed the opinion of a Preventive Medicine physician (me) who knows better than to...
Forum: Carb Counters 03-07-2011, 01:15 AM
Replies: 161
Views: 13,185
Posted By Sskar
Hey, it's March!!!!!

Hey, it's March!!!!!
Forum: Weight Watchers 03-02-2011, 11:43 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,014
Posted By Sskar
High carb intake will make you more hungry...

High carb intake will make you more hungry because of the resulting insulin surge. If your body is really hungry, grab something high in protein with some fat even- try a few almonds or walnuts, for...
Forum: Carb Counters 02-28-2011, 03:35 PM
Replies: 161
Views: 13,185
Posted By Sskar
Natalia - thanks for the suggestions. We are...

Natalia - thanks for the suggestions. We are staying at the Kona Reef condos just south of Kailiua Kona. They have a wonderful barbecue area (we are right on the ocean) and plan on buying some fish...
Forum: Carb Counters 02-27-2011, 11:07 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,750
Posted By Sskar
There is no minimum daily requirement in our diet...

There is no minimum daily requirement in our diet for carbs. We do, however, need the nutrients (esp. phytochemicals) that are best delivered in veggies and fruits. I agree completely about quality...
Forum: Carb Counters 02-27-2011, 11:02 PM
Replies: 161
Views: 13,185
Posted By Sskar
Hey, all. I'm on vacation for a glorious week in...

Hey, all. I'm on vacation for a glorious week in Hawaii. We are staying in a condo, but neither og us want to spend much time in the kitchen. Suggestions for easy eating while away from home?
...
Forum: Carb Counters 02-20-2011, 12:05 PM
Replies: 161
Views: 13,185
Posted By Sskar
Sardines ---> try the ones that are boneless and...

Sardines ---> try the ones that are boneless and skinless. I prefer them packed in olive oil. You pay more for the boneless/skinless ones, but I find them much more palatable and higher quality.
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