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Product Reviews / Re: sassafras
« on: September 01, 2011, 06:01:09 PM »
Yeah Umpa, I am going to stop the Crystal Light PURE. I know that is what caused my plateau. I don't eat desserts so I really want something sweet at night when it's hot. I just got the sassafrass today and I think that will do the trick.

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Product Reviews / Re: sassafras
« on: August 29, 2011, 02:30:36 PM »
I just ordered some. Thanks for the tip!

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Product Reviews / Re: Crystal Light PURE Fitness
« on: August 20, 2011, 04:25:28 PM »
MIO has sucralose in it. I don't know if it's just me but I really can't handle the taste of it. Thanks for the input though. This is a great support group!

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Product Reviews / Re: So Delicious Coconut Milk Beverage
« on: August 20, 2011, 04:23:54 PM »
Yep, I also use almond milk.  :)

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Product Reviews / Re: Crystal Light PURE Fitness
« on: August 20, 2011, 12:29:39 PM »
Okay Doug, now you've got me going. I am going to see if I can find some kind of berry powders and use xylitol to make my own fruit powder for water that is plateau-friendly. I will let you know how that goes...

 ;)

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Product Reviews / So Delicious Coconut Milk Beverage
« on: August 20, 2011, 12:05:20 PM »
One thing I miss is milk. I LOVED milk (especially with cereal...sigh...).

I found this product and it has been a great substitute. The one I drink is the 50 calorie (green carton). It has 50 calories, 5 grams of fat and 1 carb for a 1 cup serving. I use this as a base for my protein drink in the morning.

It's in a milk carton and can be found where the milk and soy milk is. You may have to ask the store to carry the 50 cal version because some stores carry the other two version which are as follows: 80 cal/5g fat/7 carbs and the vanilla flavored: 90 cal/5g fat/9 carbs.

I did drink the 80 cal version when I was weaning myself off milk products earlier this year and it was a good substitute for me then because it was 7 carbs vs. 12 carbs and it feels like you are drinking milk.

I don't care for canned coconut milk. This product is thin, like milk, and keeps my morning carb count low.

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Product Reviews / Re: Crystal Light PURE Fitness
« on: August 20, 2011, 11:52:11 AM »
HAHAHAHAHA! Funny you should say that. I'm in a plateau right now. I suspected it might be the PURE and have been watering it waaay down. Once the weather cools down I'll stop craving it. I always get like this when it's hot out. That's why discovering the xylitol snow cones has been a God-send this year.

One thing about eating low carb that is cool is that when I plateau, I plateau - I don't gain weight, so when I decide to go for the next chunk of weight loss I am starting where I left off, not starting over.

I have lost 35 pounds this year and have about 25 to go. :D

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Product Reviews / Re: Crystal Light PURE Fitness
« on: August 19, 2011, 10:38:49 AM »
I found the info for the grape flavor that one is actually 3 carbs per 1/2 packet. Here is the link:

http://dailyburn.com/nutrition/crystal_light__pure_fitness_from_crystal_light_-_grape_calories


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Product Reviews / Crystal Light PURE Fitness
« on: August 18, 2011, 05:38:34 PM »
I love this stuff. One packet has 30 calories and 8 carbs but you can water it down and it still tastes good. I use 1/2 packet to about 16oz of water and it does the trick when I am sick of plain water.

I love my SANS soda but sometimes I don't want a bubbly drink so this works. It does not have a nasty after taste and is really refreshing. I wanted to share this product because it seems that at the grocery store the shelves are over-stocked with regular Crystal Light products that contain aspartame. I get migraines and muscle pain from aspartame. I also do not like the after taste of sucralose.

Just thought those of you out there who have problems with aspartame side effects or cringe at the taste of sucralose would like to know about this product. My favorites are Strawberry Kiwi, Mixed Berries and Tropical Blend.

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Product Reviews / SANS soda
« on: August 18, 2011, 04:32:31 PM »
I tried the root beer flavor and it was awesome.

It has <1 carb per can and zero calories. It is way better than Zevia. Right now you can only get it online - either at their web site or from Amazon.com. I ordered from Amazon and got free shipping.

I have to admit, I made a face before drinking it. I really expected to be underwhelmed but it was very good. I actually finished the can which I rarely did with Zevia. I plan to try the lemon lime flavor next.

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Child Support (Kid friendly recipes) / Xylitol Snow Cone Syrup
« on: July 30, 2011, 05:07:36 PM »
I saw this mentioned on the site but didn't see a follow-up. I just made a snow cone with this syrup and it was GREAT. Boy, did it hit the spot. I have always loved snow cones during the summer and the syrups I bought that were sugar-free left an awful after taste in my mouth. I was really disappointed. I went online and found this recipe. I will also post this in the Child Support area.

1 1/2 cups Xylitol
1 1/2 cups water

Bring to a boil and boil for at least one whole minute to make sure Xylitol is thoroughly dissolved.

Add 2 packages of unsweetened Kool Aid mix (.13oz each) and stir. Let the syrup cool and it's ready to go. I used cherry flavor and it was perfect. I did use the syrup sparingly because I didn't want to over do it but there is so much flavor in this syrup that you won't need to go overboard. I'm thinking about using a diluted version of this to make my own popsicles......  can't wait to try other Kool Aid flavors!

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Desserts and Sweets / Xylitol Snow Cone Syrup
« on: July 30, 2011, 05:05:56 PM »
I saw this mentioned on the site but didn't see a follow-up. I just made a snow cone with this syrup and it was GREAT. Boy, did it hit the spot. I have always loved snow cones during the summer and the ones I bought that were sugar-free left an awful after taste in my mouth. I was really disappointed. I went online and found this recipe. I will also post this in the Child Support area.

1 1/2 cups Xylitol
1 1/2 cups water

Bring to a boil and boil for at least one whole minute to make sure Xylitol is thoroughly dissolved.

Add 2 packages of unsweetened Kool Aid mix (.13oz each) and stir. Let the syrup cool and it's ready to go. I used cherry flavor and it was perfect. I did use the syrup sparingly because I didn't want to over do it but there is so much flavor in this syrup that you won't need to go overboard. I'm thinking about using a diluted version of this to make my own popsicles......  can't wait to try other Kool Aid flavors!

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Ask Umpa / Re: Jalapeno dessert sauce - can you help Umpa?
« on: July 15, 2011, 12:20:58 PM »
OMIGOD! Umpa, you are a genius! I can't wait to try this. It really looks beautiful. The possibilities with this sauce are endless. THANK YOU!  ;D

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Ask Umpa / Re: Jalapeno dessert sauce - can you help Umpa?
« on: July 06, 2011, 03:05:53 PM »
It was thin but green and you could not see through it. I hope this helps..... thanks again!

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Ask Umpa / Re: Jalapeno dessert sauce - can you help Umpa?
« on: July 05, 2011, 05:38:50 PM »
I can't wait! Thanks Umpa!

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