I have never tried these bars, but they sound like something worth looking into. I am going to give 'em a try. A BIG thank you for the info...always good when the nutritional value "works" and the product doesn't taste like cardboard :)

I can't complain here b/c we have the generator runnnnnnnnn, but everyone here @ the Jersey shore will never b the same. We need every1's help....NJ and NY are devastated. Please rally up the good people in the world, and help feed and clothe our neighbors. Thank goodness for nonperishable items.

a lil after thought....i have been truly trying to figure out whats been the culprit and i think this thread has made me realize the inevitable......caffeine in my life has been quadroooopled especially recently so i guess i just didn't want to see the huge elephant in the room!
EYEOPENER for me :(

WOW I couldn't type quick enough after reading the reply that said nuts are iron suckers...I have suffered with iron deficient anemia x20+ years, but over the past year and a half I have change my way of life to what I thought of low carb...Very recently my wbc has dropped from it's usual below the norm to what has become a critical value...and continues to plumet. The big "C" has been ruled out time and time again...die to the longevity of the problem...kinda a no brainer. However I am a big NUT snacker...I do take a prenatal vitamin with iron as well as, iron supplements daily. I had never heard of the nut thingy, but my next stop will be "dear Google"
I love this board and all the dedicated GOOD people on it!!!! Thanks for the fyi. :)

I agree there, because I did see the same reaction after making protein shakes that were soy based. I'm not text savy..you lost me on the HTH???

Not sure if you saw my other so sorry for the delay in response posts....those are all good ideas. I have tried giving him the shiriitake noodles with olive oil shredded mozz,and grated cheese...some crumbled meatballs was a hit(although he would rather have
rice) I have given in very small portions of al'dente tri colored(vege) pasta and although i drown it in melted cheeses for protein...I am still concerned about the flush look that comes over his face shortly after consuming it...makes me think its a no no...and now that I have backed off the pbj on white bread...I attempted a high fiber high protein cereal for breakfast and noted a similair reaction, coupled with horrible belly pain and a lengthly trip to the bathroom. I'm thinking a serum test for Celiac sensitivity will be the next stop....

So very sorry on the delay in resonse escargot3...been doing double time runnnnn' to doctrs appts; yes they are. Bananas are 6carbs/1oz, and most melons run around 2carbs/1oz..however both my daughter and I sometimes suffer from hypogylcemia, even with proteins 25+grams, so every once and a while a weee bit of banana, carrot, and or melon stops that horrific feeling....it sometimes runs cyclic with us....more like a hormonal monthly thingy with the "curse"

have you tried DaVinci sugar free syrups? soooo many options there for flavor, and you only need a little. I really like the kahlua :) yummy

how about almond milk...i know they make a coconut version as well

My lil'guy is a middle schooler and is attemptn this low carb way of eating for the first time. He is a very picky eater and coming from the typical "white foods"mentality. It's going to be tough b/c he lived for Ellio's pizza, chicken nuggets, macaroni and pb&j. I have started weaning him with cheese sticks, roasted chicken, and cheeseburgers on low carb wraps. We maintain nitrate/nitrite free foods. He likes to take a thermos to school so i can send in warmed foods...it's gonna be hard to omit his mac&cheese. As far as the 16 yo goes...she loves to take freshly carved meat and cheese low carb wraps, nuts and fruit, and salads with mozz and beans(lil' guy would never :(!!!!!) Sometimes I can send the older one with cottage cheese and fruit or greek yogurt...
Any kid friendly ideas would be greatly appreciated
:)

Well mcf it's still a weee bit early, but I believe the apology will be mine. HAhaha
It's ok, we can still be pals....I won't hold it against ya ;)

GOOD1 rochfood.....ya know this low carb thingy is still a work in progress......I really blew that one. Got us salvatn' ovr here. LOL

Sounds yummy...munchn' on some pepperjack,and cheddar cheese...Can you hear us yelln' cause it's Christmas in September for the JETS!!! SO far LOOKN GOOOOOD! Yippeeee.....I'm being SHUSSSSED! Don't wanna jinks 'em>>>spoke to soon....thanks for wastn a play, poor TEBOW...Drama :)

Out the door for my beans and chop meat....chilli, chilli, chilli....nice and spicy. Veges and hummus, baked apple chips, mayb alil' popcorn for dear hubby....oh don't forget the peanuts, so that my house will look like the old restaurant "Ground Round" Do you remember throwing your peanuts on the floor? How about you?
At least I know something during the game will be a win-win. HAHAHAHAHA Maybe this year will be better....Gotta luv 'em!!! At least you know with the J-E-T-S there will be DRAMA!!!
Whose your team, and what will you be cookn' up??????

YUM I can't wait to stock up, still have a teenager with a monthly YEN.....:)

I am wondering if that theory is stemming from a particular diabetic hx or is that the rule of thumb for typical low carb eating? Is there a moderate window there...or are coming from a hx of uncontrolled DM proir to beginning your low carb way of life? My understanding of this carb#/day so to speak came from a reversal of an insulin level of 67, after 3weeks of eating a low carb menu...and ever since have never had an insulin level above 11...My mind is completely open, as I have the utmost respect for everyone's experience and truly want to grasp the entire concept.....just when ya think you finially got it....hahahahhaha :)

ok thank you for educating me...I do understand that fully.....do you find that you are maintaining a state of ketosis when you omit the complex carbs that are naturally that low

I am trying to wrap myself around this...I always thought that if you consumed the fruit with a serving of significant protein, all is well......is my endocrinologist missing the boat??? We always limit our carb consumption to 20 from fruit and have a hefty serving of protein with the fruit...thinking we were " eating low carb correctly"....I truly wasn't attempting to get over in the low carb world...can you set me straight....I'm at a loss

mcf do you ever use carob in place of the chocolate??? Do you prefer any particular brands for your dark chocolate and where is your best place to purchase it...I didnt find it in my Wholefoods, but perhaps I missed it... :(

I ...should have clarified, the ziplock is just to marinate in. Then the slices are removed and put on the silicone splatter guard to micro...oopppps.. sorry if that was confusing.

This may help Ph# for LaCroix is 800 834 9980 or email
contact us: info@lacroixwater.com

I will be calling them on Monday, will let you guys know my findings

I'm a newbie(less than 2yrs)but I'll be happy to share. Here goes pinehurst: Roasted Soy Nuts(ARCHER FARMS) 7oz/$1.99 @ Target nutritional value-1oz= 170cal, 7grfat, 8carbs(2net), 6gfiber, 1gsugar, 12gpro
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Roasted Shelled Pepitas(pumpkin seeds)(NATURE'S BEST SNACKS) 16oz/$6.99 @ Best Market 30gr=148cal, 12gfat, 4gcarbs(-1netcarb?), 5gfiber, 0sugar, 9gpro
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Whole Chia Seeds(NATURE'S BEST SNACKS) 10oz/$7.99 @ Best Market 30g=140cal, 8gfat, 14carbs(6netcarbs), 8gfiber, 0sugar, 5grpro
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Dry Roasted Chick Peas(NATURE'S BEST SNACKS) 160Z=$5.99 @ Best Market 30g=120cal, 1.5gfat, 21gcarbs(15net carbs), 6gfiber, 1gsugar, 5gpro
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Pure Pumpkin(LIBBY'S) (Best Market) 122g=40cal, .5gfat, 9gcarbs(4gnetcarbs), 5gfiber, 4gsugar, 2gpro
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low carb wraps don"t have nutritional value handy but my favs are: Target's brand, Mission, Weight Watcher's and a NY brand- usually never more than 6net carbs, 120-80cals and 6-9gpro
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Chobani Plain Nofat Greek Yogurt (where ever on sale)I buy the large one. I love a frozen banana(about 4oz/24carbs) with 4oz yogurt, cinnamon to taste, some flaxseeds and chia seeds, and if my teenager eats it 1packet of stevia, YUMMY!!!!
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Low Fat Cheesesticks(ones with most protein), Low Fat Whipped Cottage Cheese(Friendship), Shredded Part Skim Cheeses
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Walden Farms NO CAL-NO CARBS bbq sauce, chocolate sauce, fruit spreads
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Salmon, and Salmon Burgers, Chicken, Shrimp, Lean Beef, Loin of Pork, Pork Tenderloin, Hot Sausage
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Black, Red, Pinto, Navy, Cannolini Beans, Garbanzo Beans
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Cantelope, Apples, Grapes, Bananas, Clementines, Varieties of frozen Berries and Peaches
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Spring Mix Lettuce..Boston Lettuce, Spinach, Carrots, Stringbeans, Mushrooms, Parsley, Basil, Brocolli Rabe, Scallions, PeaPods, Lemons, Red Peppers
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Peanuts, Pistachios, Raisins
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Cajun, Chilli, Dry Italian Herbs and spices,,rubs
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Balsamic Vinegar, Olive oil
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Healthy Pop Kettlecorn(rare occassion) Try to make old fashioned popcorn if any....
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Not sure if it's Yams Or Sweet Potatoe.which ever is lower in carbs...sliced xtra thin thin toss in a ziplock baggy with your fav dry herbs and lil olive oil then layer on a silicone splatter guard lid and put in micro with papertowel underneath and ontop.BEST CHIPS about 5mins
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ok I've taken up enough space.....but I'm still thinkn :)
CAN'T WAIT TO SEE WHATS ON EVERYONE'S LIST.....Great Post pinehurst

hey there mcf, i know your knowledgeable, dont wanna sound neurotic(but i am)have u checked to make sure there is no lead in the glass?

those r all options i havent tried yet......will def start a running list of new products to look out for and keep the list in my car(better chance of me remembering) Hubby wants to try the soda stream as he is a huge diet coke person...i understand thatversion of diet soda utilizes SPLENDA :(
I believe you can add a slice of frozen fruit to that seltzer as well....we have awful tap water here...and having a child with autism i am always changing filters...would love to have the under the sink filter that filters the entire house someday!

Hoping to find something that I haven't tried yet for a 16yo that isn't plain water happy. I tried flavoring with lemon(although not crazy about drinkn our carbs...lime too)...Anything come to mind?

Thanks guys,

Hey guys this is a terrific wayn to enjoy frozen fruit in the form of an delicious ice cream texture....even seasonal tastes like pumpkin, YUM! We froze pure pumpkin sprinkled a touch of cinnamon and 1oz of a frozen banana<add your nuts for protein, if you choose.....and it tastes and smells like FALL!!!!! Soooooooo good!
If you purchase it @ BBB, and decide it's not for you, no loss...you can return it!

WOW mcf my family wants me to let you know it's like Christmas came early here! We miss our Italian traditional dessert spread for the holidays...hubby dearest and the kids are sending you greatb BIG HUGS......the email address is annmarie8231@sprint.blackberry.net I will let you know how they turn out. I'm planning early this season, with huge hopes.
Looking forward to them,
Annmarie :)

Hi Sedimental,
Just wanted to say thank you, you opened my eyes to a great site. It's a terrific find..so grateful...I'm hoping to find some nice holiday baking recipies. My family truly misses biscotti(of all sorts of varieties..since we've begun this journey we have given up those treats cold turkey. I think it would be nice to have a few treats with a cup of tea or coffee over the holiday seasons(especially if we can make a healthy version for those guests that maintain this "weigh" of life).
Thanks again,
;)

right there with ya lol, ;)

I didn't considr the cheesesticks because of the lack of carb and the refrigeration factor...maybe the kind bars and some added nuts might be better than the Glucerna Hunger smart bars, also looking into just baking my own...so hard to get the "right numbers" but I am going to try... Not too sure if she will eat the jerky(its an early am snack, breakfast is 545am for her......school is quite early, so snack would be around 9am...it's a tough one(I've been tryn for 2yrs)to come up with an ideal subtle snack packed with protein and carbs that doesn't warrent the fridge....never heard of the fat content needing less refrigeration, thanks for the fyi