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 | yep, that’s it. The whole meal. I usually pre cook and cut up the meat; then freeze it in individual zip lock backs. I’ll weigh them and see how close I am to that 4 oz. I always use lean meat although I do splurge now and then when out and have a nice 10 or 13 oz Fillet. I can never seem to grill a steak as well as a good steak house can. Thanks for the response. |
 | Hi, jcook1960, and welcome! Your soup sounds excellent. We would prefer that you use a whole foods-based bullion without artificial ingredients such as hydrogenated fats or MSG. Knorr products (including Oxo) contain these ingredients, which may work against your efforts here. |
 | I just signed up and am very very overwhelmed, don’t know if I can do this, i am already at a loss on the menu planning as it contradicts what diabetics can and cannot eat??? |
 | Hi I\’m finding it hard to pick the food to me it looks to much |
 | I joined today while home with Type A Influenza. I am a teacher and understand that all this information is going to be really valuable. Even with flu brain-fog and feeling information overload, I think I have made a good decision. I may have messed up buying too many products. It seems I bought the Premium and and regular program, as well as a kitchen tutorial. Did not mean to do that. Maybe I better come back when not sick! |
| | Hi, Gran4, and welcome! Please do take advantage of our shopping guide – https://www.trimdownclub.com/where-to-buy-uk. One of the links, http://www.goodnessdirect.co.uk, has some brief descriptions of the foods that you may find helpful. If you have time, you can search our articles (link above) for lengthier descriptions. |
| | Hi, Tammy – so sorry we missed your question. Edamame is in the proteins section, and each 1/2 cup (without the pods) is an exchange. |
 | Hmm not sure, I’m new today… just sorting out shopping list.. as from uk some stuff might have difficulty getting but will have a go. Looking forward to shedding those pounds |
| | Hi, fiestas. |
 | I just signed up today. I am a little overwhelmed. I did the three steps to get started and watched the 5 foods I should not eat. Does anyone have any pointers or tips or something that helps them with food choices and menu? |
| | Hi, knisley1988. A fast food salad is an all-vegetable side salad that you might find at such a restaurant, whereas a fast food “chef’s” salad includes cheese and/or meat bits in it. With regard to the corn, no worries – the “bad” type to which we are referring is GMO and/or processed; get a healthy type, count it as carb exchange, and you’re good to go. |
| | With regard to chili con carne, yes – and if it is homemade, so much the better! Most recipes are fine. |
 | I am in New Zealand and it looks like I’ve got the American menu – but our food would be more similar to UK. Can I change that preference? ALSO: Foods such as Chilli, home made with meat and beans. Is this chilli con carne? Can I just use any recipe? Is there any recipe suggestions or standard guidance for home made foods such as these that in reality do vary widely? |
 | Hi canyon, To get tips and guidelines that will help you get the most out of the menu planner application, simply click on the following link: https://www.trimdownclub.com/menu-planner-tutorial/ Additionally, below is an explanation on how to use the Menu Planner: 1) Go to https://www.trimdownclub.com 2) On the top right corner of the homepage click Login 3) Now, enter your username and password (You can also use your email address as your username. If you lost or forgot your password, click Login and then choose “lost password.” Follow the steps on the screen to reset your password) 4) Once you are logged in, click on “Create a Menu” 5) To create a personal menu plan where you have the ability to choose your own foods, simply click on “START MENU PLANNER” (orange button to the right of the page). If you prefer to receive a pre-planned menu, simply click on “READY-TO-GO MENU”. 6) If you chose to create your own menu, you’ll have to add your favorite foods to your menu plan. Switch between the main food categories by clicking on the boxes (Carbs, Proteins, Fats, Sweets, Vegetables, Fruit) above the meal planner. Please note that you will only be able to finalize your choices and click on “SAVE & CREATE MENU” when all meals have enough selections in them (8 Carbs and 8 Proteins for Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, and Snacks; 3 Fats for Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, and Snacks; 2 Sweets for Snacks; 6 Fruits for Snacks; Vegetables are unlimited) 7) Then, once your menu is completed, from within the main Menu Planner Application Area, under “Measurement” select the measurement system you would like to use for your menu plan (Ounces or Grams) 8) Additionally, click on “Grocery List” to create a complete shopping list for all the items in your menu. In the next screen that appears, select the days you want to generate a grocery list for. Add the first day and the last day using the dropdown menu. For example, selecting Monday as a first day and Tuesday as the last day will generate a list for both Monday and Tuesday’s meals. A complete list of all the items you need to buy will appear broken down into categories such as: nuts, fruits, grains etc. for easy reference while you’re shopping. To print your grocery list, click on “Print this grocery list”, located at the top right of the screen 9) To print your weekly menu, click on “Print Menu”. A new window will now open where you can print out your personalized menu and take it with you Best 😉 |
| | Hi, Latchno. That looks odd. Can you post an example of one of your menus that has that arrangement? I’ll check it out for you. |
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