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Lean Vs. Fatty Proteins

While I understand that TF says any kind of protein is acceptable, it seems like TF and many of the posters on here are mostly eating lean proteins. For sake ...

Updated 2 hours ago

Question by Slow Carb Believer

Non Planned Cheat Help/Damage Control

Hello, I am currently doing the SCD and while I'm very disciplined for the most part, I had an all day meeting for my job where lunch was provided; I had assume...

Updated 1 hour ago

Question by Slow Carb Believer

Has anyone had their periods stop after starting the slow-carb diet?

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My periods disappeared for 3 months after starting the slow-card diet, until I went back to my normal diet. I had one cheat day per week as recommended. I am veg...

Updated 7 hours ago

Question by Galia Knight

having guilt feelings when I don't eat chocolat

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Hi all, I have been on and off on this diet for about 10 months now, with great results. I was weighing 78kg, which dropped really fast to 69KG, after gaining a ...

Updated 10 hours ago

Question by Marijn Somers

SCD versus IF

I've just finished a small book "The Fast Diet: The Secret of Intermittent Fasting - Lose Weight, Stay Healthy, Live Longer". Frankly, I've found that...

Updated 8 hours ago

Question by Alexander

Processed sugar is THE drug

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I was analyzing my obsession to ice cream and carrot cakes which I consumed in ridiculous amounts on the last cheat day. I do believe in the cheat day and have n...

Updated 14 hours ago

Tip by Alexander

Is pan frying okay for SCD?

Frankly, subconsciously I'm trying to avoid frying stuff for SCD as much as possible. I'm totally fine and love steaming and baking but something I do want to pa...

Updated 1 day ago

Question by Alexander

SCD is changing my alcohol habits

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Just wanted to share some thoughts about how doing SCD goes along with my alcohol habits and preferences. I'm Russian and drinking heavily is in my veins, alas...

Updated 1 day ago

Tip by Alexander

Not doing what I expected

I have been on the diet for 2 weeks and don't think I have lost any weight. I have about 25 lbs to loose. I have cut out my typical 2-3 beers daily, and carbs....

Updated 1 day ago

Question by Robin Vistnes

Help! Losing muscle mass, body fat keeps increasing

I've been tracking my body measurements and using a bioimpedance scale. My lean mass keeps decreasing and my body fat is increasing. I need help! I followed Aka...

Updated 1 day ago

Question by Heidi

Why we gain weight on cheat day

Saw this on another forum and thought it might help folks not freak out so much on cheat day when they gain a lot of lbs. It's normal, and good for you. [BEGIN...

Updated 2 hours ago

Question by Tomhole

HELP - cheat day becomes cheat days

I've been on and off the SCD for 6 months and made good consistent progress at the beginning. For the past few months my cheat day has become a cheat weekend or...

Updated 1 day ago

Question by Jenny L

From 300 to 210, 265 to 195, 258 to ???

Hey 4 hour people! I'm Chad. I've been browsing your site over the last couple days and I was very impressed with the level of knowledge on this forum. I definit...

Updated 2 days ago

Question by Chad Hassler

Week one and trouble with binge

Hi everyone, I'm new to the 4HB, this is my first week on the "new life style" I call it that because for me, this isn't just a "diet" but a ...

Updated 2 days ago

Question by Taylor Lannan

Hitting a plateau

So this has been asked before but I can't find one that's current. I was SO GOOD on 4-Hr-body I've lost enough weight that people are noticing I look better. BUT...

Updated 3 hours ago

Question by 4hourRookie

4 week check in

Hi, I have been on this diet for 4 weeks straight. I've been pretty good about finding a routine even though my routine varies. I find that preparation is key....

Updated 2 days ago

Question by Richard S

Nose Bleeds

Hey Folks, I started this diet about a month ago. During this time I have started getting nosebleeds at night. It did all start after a very hard sneeze one day...

Updated 2 days ago

Question by Patrick Ernst

Alright guys, cheat day 3. I have some progress questions.

Today is my 3rd "weigh in and measure day." I've lost approx. 5.5lbs in 3 weeks (I say approx. b/c my scale seems to be a little messed up, and fluctua...

Updated 1 day ago

Question by Josh

Cheat day! :D

Today is a planned cheat day. Hubby and I are celebrating our 23rd wedding anniversary. A nice dinner, desert and champagne will all likely be involved, No...

Updated 3 days ago

Question by Amanda Ridding

How long to to 4HB before break?

I have been on 4HB going on 7 weeks and I am LOVING it! I am 100% strict and although the weight hasn't fallen off it is in a downward trend which is all I can ...

Updated 3 days ago

Question by DanniElle Jackson

Breakfast replacement - Black Bean Soy Milk & Workout questions~

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I am going to start Insanity workout and plan to do it in the morning. What should i do with the breakfast replacement. I dont know what protein shake would be h...

Updated 4 days ago

Question by Debbie W

Female. Bacon. Splenda. Crossfit. Plateau?

Alright, here's my situation! I started SCD almost 2 months ago... the first two weeks were EXCELLENT! I was loving it. At the same time I joined crossfit and co...

Updated 4 days ago

Question by Michelle Sleiman

South Asian / Indian Food Reciepies

Does anyone here tend to eat Indian food at all or incorporate the recipes in some ways? I am not an Indian but I love Indian food and I cook a lot too. Also, I ...

Updated 3 days ago

Question by Dreamer

From Geek to Freak ?

i go to gym 1 day / week and work out full body ? is this ok

Updated 4 days ago

Question by Pham Tu

New member needs a buddy

Hey, I'm Aaron, 37 years old and need to lose more than 100 pounds. I would like a buddy/mentor to help me get started and keep me accountable. I'm very analyt...

Updated 4 days ago

Question by Aaron Harris

Science behind 30in30 rule

The SCD in general has a pretty solid scientific explanation (for example, Why we get fat – finally understanding the process, also translated into Russian, et...

Updated 4 days ago

Question by Alexander

not losing weight

Hi, all, i've been doing slow carb breakfasts for about a month now, religiously, (ground turkey, eggs/egg whites, salsa, spinach, tomato, avocado) and throughou...

Updated 4 days ago

Question by Ashleigh Fiddler

Changing 1 exercise in Occam's protocol

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Hi all, Long story, but i cannot do the second exercise of Workout B (leg press or squat) when doing the Occam's protocol Which leaves me with Workout A (2 exe...

Updated 5 days ago

Question by mixy

Fruit in protein powder smoothies. Allowed?

Hi all, I have started to reduce carbs, and one of the decissions has been made changing ...from carbi breakfasts: cereals, toasts, croissants.... ...to protei...

Updated 4 days ago

Question by mixy

Occam's protocol + swimming consecutively?

Hi guys, I am about to start Occam's protocol and I have a question... I go to the swimming poll twice a week. The facilities have a gym, where i could do Occ...

Updated 1 day ago

Question by mixy

Lettuce wraps. It's so simple, yet I just thought of it yesterday...

Hey guys, I haven't heard a lot of people talking about wrapping their burgers in lettuce. I'll tell you what, it's fantastic! I know this isn't a new thing that...

Updated 4 days ago

Question by Josh

Hey guys, was just wondering if anyone eats deep fried foods?

We have a deep fryer at work, and we serve naked wings with a variety of sauces. I was wondering if anyone here eats deep fried/non breaded foods with hot sauce ...

Updated 6 days ago

Question by Josh

20 grams of protein per meal?

On page 96 in "The 4-Hour Body" the book says "Get at least 20 grams of protein per meal" Is this correct? 20 grams is less than one ounce,...

Updated 4 days ago

Question by Hal Taylor

Week 36 Maintenance Results - Back on Les Mills Pump!

Good Morning, Slow Carbers! YAY! This week saw my return to the Les Mills Pump program - WEEK 10 is COMPLETE! I took full rest days this time! was spot-on with ...

Updated 5 days ago

Question by Akane

How many garlic cloves replace 200mg of garlic extract?

Hi I want to follow the PAGG routine. However for the garlic extract part I want to go the whole food route and consume the required amount by eating garlic clov...

Updated 7 hours ago

Question by Galia Knight

Found this interesting recipe

Baked Cod with Beans and Chorizo This healthy meal in bursting with color, flavor and plenty of nutrition. It is also a quick and easy meal and you should have...

Updated 2 days ago

Question by Juan Perez

Losing regularity

Hi All; I just started my 4th week and so far shed off 11 lbs. Feeling great and looking better. I am very hyped because this is the first time I have been ab...

Updated 6 days ago

Question by Juan Perez

Fruit extract in multivitamin

I'm shopping around for a good multivitamin. Many have fruit extract or powder in it -- blueberry, pomegranate etc. Is that allowed? http://www.bluebonnetnutrit...

Updated 6 days ago

Question by Heidi

Giving up artificial sweeteners

I decided this week I would give up artificial sweeteners altogether and see if this increases my results. Since I started the diet, I've still been having Sple...

Updated 9 hours ago

Question by Emma Chace

Does ALA interfere with Synthroid

My doc just put my back on Synthroid for my Hypothyroidism (my TSH level at my last test was 35) and I've read different things regarding ALA and thyroid issues....

Updated 8 days ago

Question by jayatt

ALA and Synthroid

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My doctor recently put me back on Synthroid for a hypothyroid condition. I've elected to take my Synthroid at night so as not to interfere with my 30gs-in-30minu...

Updated 8 days ago

Question by jayatt

Anyone familiar with the UltraEndurance training program?

I am looking at the training schedule and I can not figure out the very first exercise. Pg 392 What is: 2 x 8 w/180 sec rest 2 = reps 8 w = ???? 180 sec res...

Updated 8 days ago

Question by Amanda Ridding

Anyone feel hungry the day after cheat day?

Anyone else go through this and what did you do to get over hunger pangs? My cheat day was yesterday and it was my 2nd cheat day on this new program. My cheat d...

Updated 8 days ago

Question by Ayesha

Recipe -- crockpot pulled pork, SCD friendly

Looks great! (Skip the buns, of course! -- maybe use some butter lettuce or romaine to roll the meat up in.) http://www.thegraciouspantry.com/clean-eating...

Updated 9 days ago

Question by gretchenlin

how many hours of exercises we are allowed to do?

hi guys, i am going to start this diet pretty soon. I remember the author has mentioned that if we are hitting the gym too often, the diet wont be that effectiv...

Updated 8 days ago

Question by Timothy Chung

Is pumpkin allowed?

My wife started this week and tomorrow is her first cheat day. She wants to know if she can incorporate foods like pumpkin (soup), cassava, taro, yam and other ...

Updated 5 days ago

Question by Juan Perez

How many beans?

I lost 25 lbs. on SCD in January and 5 lb. since. I do not eat as many beans as I did at first.I was eating about a half cup three times a day. Do you think tha...

Updated 8 days ago

Question by Caroline ryan

No fat loss - gained since starting diet

I'm 5'4" and started at 121lb (92 lean / 28.9 fat) on April 22. Today, I am 123lb (93 lean / 30.4 fat). I do weekly weigh-ins the morning of cheat day after...

Updated 9 days ago

Question by Heidi

Problem loosing fat around the stomach!

Hi I've been doing the slow carb diet for 3 weeks now, and have had good results. I have lost 10 pounds over these three weeks. Considering that I was not overw...

Updated 8 days ago

Question by Aleksander Berntsen

Week One Complete!

Well, I just finished my first full week of SCD. I'm 5'3 and have about 80lbs to lose. After 2 days of SCD I lost 4lbs but by this morning I gained 2 back. I'm ...

Updated 7 days ago

Question by aaxius