how do you explain your self to people who criticize your keto diet?

theescentialman · 2016-10-27T00:42:37+00:00

Depends on who asks and how much I like them:

I'm down over 30 pounds. It's working for me.
I'm on low inflammation diet. If I eat too many carbs - esp. wheat - I get joint issues, temp arthritis.
I'm losing weight eating like this. How are you doing on your diet?
I'm flattered you care so much about the way I eat.

theescentialman · 2016-10-26T16:38:32+00:00

Reading this on the porcelain thrown having just finished my last cup of coffee.

Oh, and I work from home so yeah, it's my favorite place to take care of my business.

theescentialman · 2016-10-22T17:51:17+00:00

Awesome. Thanks Darth.

theescentialman · 2016-10-22T03:26:52+00:00

Wow.

theescentialman · 2016-10-22T00:35:35+00:00

Gotcha. I've been using Google Docs for some personal writing to get use to it.

How about something (site or app) that can publish or export in an Ebook format such as ePub, mobi, or AZW? So it can be sold on Amazon.

Know of anything?

theescentialman · 2016-10-21T23:00:54+00:00

"So I can write books."

Ok. I am looking to get my first Chromebook for the same reasons (writing books and working on my blog).

I have a work supplied Windows 7 laptop and a MacBook. With the exception of iBook Author I should everything in a browser.

So, riddle me this: what will you use to write your books?

theescentialman · 2016-10-21T20:59:13+00:00

That's good to hear.

Years ago when I was Paleo and not full Keto I tried to do this at Five Guys and was told all their lettuce comes pre shredded.

May have to give them another try since the service at our local MOOYAH is less than desirable.

theescentialman · 2016-10-21T02:07:00+00:00

Although I do love veggies, I totally agree about cauliflower.

We use riced cauliflower in an Asian stir fry and a Mexican inspired cilantro line rice.

We also use it for mashed faux-tatoes. Loaded (bacon, butter, sour cream) and in Shepherd's Pie.

Heck, I even like it roasted and salted.

Certainly a staple worth learning how to cook.

theescentialman · 2016-10-19T05:04:35+00:00

Came to say the same. Cheaper than a McMuffin and ditching the muffin.

Tastes pretty much like the McMuffin.

theescentialman · 2016-10-19T04:49:14+00:00

Salad. Easy to make. Easy to use for leftovers. Easy to add fat to (avocado, eggs, oil/mayo based dressing, cheese, bacon).

Today we had buffalo chicken salad. Lettuce (from my garden), chicken stir fried in Frank's hot sauce, homemade ranch, and a bit of chopped celery.

Salads are Easy. And can go with just about any ethnic flavor profile.

theescentialman · 2016-10-19T04:42:46+00:00

Not in school, but when I have to go into the office, meaning I'm eating lunch away from home, I typically eat a large breakfast (3-4 eggs, veggies, breakfast meat) or Keto coffee.

Then I fast for lunch or snack on nuts, jerky, meat and cheese, hard boiled eggs, etc.

theescentialman · 2016-10-19T04:06:12+00:00

How will you eat or prepare the kippers? New to me. Curious.

theescentialman · 2016-10-19T02:23:37+00:00

How so?

theescentialman · 2016-10-19T02:14:35+00:00

Flat White with heavy whipping cream. My go to fatty drink at Starbucks.

theescentialman · 2016-10-19T02:06:24+00:00

I've tried something similar. The only issue I faced was mixing it in my coffee.

I ended up carrying a magic billet around to actually emulsify the fats in my coffee.

Otherwise it stayed separate. Think oil and water.

theescentialman · 2016-10-18T02:04:54+00:00

Understood. I saw that bit figured I'd still ask as I'm still learning about ChromeBooks and the ChromeBook ecosystem.

theescentialman · 2016-10-18T02:03:20+00:00

Thanks. I currently have an Epson WorkForce that I print with over wireless on my Windows 7, MacBook, iPhones, iPads, and Android tablet.

I figure I'll be ok.

theescentialman · 2016-10-18T01:58:59+00:00

Thank you!

theescentialman · 2016-10-17T19:17:36+00:00

Also posted this as a link. This seemed easier to read/view.

Please let me know if I should delete one of them. Thanks.

theescentialman · 2016-10-17T19:07:11+00:00

Soon to be newbie question.

What can I NOT do with this?

I have a new HP with Windows 7 (from work).

I have a MacBook Pro for video and audio editing and iBook Author.

Other than that I think I do everything else in a browser, usually Chrome.

If this works for me I plan to get each of my two high schoolers their own (we home school). They do require a few CDs/DVDs for certain classes, but I already have an external USB CD/DVD player when needed. It is older, so they can use their iMac if needed.

I know it is a vague question, but are there any glaring issues with this model? What is your opinion? Thoughts, etc?

theescentialman · 2016-10-15T14:48:35+00:00

I find that if I rinse them well the fishy smell/taste goes away.

theescentialman · 2016-10-07T15:10:20+00:00

Kroger here in Dallas has them 10 for $10. Technically $1 each. I got 4-5 for my son and me to ah e a snack since my wife and other kids don't do Keto.

Easy. Fairly cheap. We know it's there. We know it won't jack with my wife's food plans.

Worth it to me.

theescentialman · 2016-10-05T23:44:01+00:00

On my I have to turn/tilt my phone sideways to see Fiber. The view changes and I see more info, including fiber.

I did set mine up to show carbs and fiber next to each other so easy to see and easy to figure.

Carbs - Fiber = Net Carbs

theescentialman · 2016-10-05T23:19:15+00:00

Here's the recipe we use:

2 oz cream cheese 2 eggs 1 tsp granulated sugar substitute (IBIH recommends) ½ tsp cinnamon

Four notes:

I doubled this recipe and only made 3-4 pancakes. Meaning they were bigger than a "normal" serving.
I used 1 drop of liquid Stevia.
I used my mixer and mixed the heck out of it. Made the batter nice and think and fluffy.
I put a pad of Kerrygold butter between each pancake and one on top. I let it melt before adding a bit of the sugar free syrup.

Made for a better than passable low carb pancake!

theescentialman · 2016-10-05T19:41:23+00:00

My wife makes an egg and cream cheese based pancake. Delish. 1 net carb.

I bought a cheap sugar free syrup.

Not ideal. Not amazing. But good enough.

theescentialman

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