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05-17-2013, 01:18 PM

drjoyous replied to a thread Why did my fried egg in lard got stuck to the pan? in Primal Blueprint Nutrition

You have to time this right, but this WORKS every time with every kind of pan... Heat the oil as someone earlier said--to temp you want to cook...

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05-17-2013, 08:44 AM

drjoyous replied to a thread A Work in Progress: Finding the Right Balance (firetiger) in Primal Blueprint Journals

Yeah, that's why i suggested you merely try it because of the complaints you've had. But you know best--good luck to ya!

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05-17-2013, 07:19 AM

drjoyous replied to a thread A Work in Progress: Finding the Right Balance (firetiger) in Primal Blueprint Journals

I know you aren't asking for suggestions, but would you mind me making a few (friendly) observations? Your entries indicate you've struggled with...

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05-16-2013, 11:39 AM

drjoyous replied to a thread Primal Journal: Desertcreature in Primal Blueprint Journals

Please don't give up, Desertcreature! Many here struggle with much the same issues--there's support when it helps. Just please don't give up: it...

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05-16-2013, 09:52 AM

drjoyous replied to a thread just wanted to share my good news in Primal Blueprint Odds and Ends

Congratulations!! This is WONDERFUL news!

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05-13-2013, 12:48 PM

drjoyous replied to a thread 3 pound pork roast - do you have a good slow cooker recipe? in Primal Blueprint Recipes

+1 for carnitas. Since trying Mark's recipe out, I'm never without carnitas in the house, either fresh or in the freezer for a quick carnitas+fried...

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05-13-2013, 12:47 PM

drjoyous replied to a thread Primal Journal (Ecks) in Primal Blueprint Journals

You're right, Ecks. Thanks. BTW, that was my way of saying that your hard work, talent, skills, creativity, etc. with food must come with a value. ...

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05-13-2013, 11:56 AM

drjoyous replied to a thread Primal Journal (Ecks) in Primal Blueprint Journals

Agreed +1. Too bad people don't believe that when it comes to teachers....

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05-12-2013, 08:23 AM

drjoyous replied to a thread I'm watching my father kill himself as we speak... in Primal Blueprint Nutrition

Drumroll--I'm sorry you have this to deal with in all senses of that term (as well as the rest of you who wrote about similar issues...). I would...

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05-11-2013, 07:53 AM

drjoyous replied to a thread Think your wightloss journey is tough? better think again in Primal Blueprint Odds and Ends

+1 Beautifully said. Thank you.

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05-10-2013, 07:22 AM

drjoyous replied to a thread Receding Gums & Electric Toothbrush/Waterpik in Primal Blueprint Odds and Ends

I had the same problems as you do, back before my primal days. I use an electric toothbrush because I (apparently?) brush too "vigorously" and so...

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05-10-2013, 07:17 AM

drjoyous replied to a thread Carb refeeds to GAIN fat and muscle! Help needed please! in Primal Blueprint Nutrition

+1 to eating way more food (calories and nutrition). +1 to cutting wayyy back on your exercise. You should consider stopping all exercise except...

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05-10-2013, 06:57 AM

drjoyous replied to a thread Primal Journal (Ecks) in Primal Blueprint Journals

I'm sorry, too, Ecks. But hang in there--anyone with a list like yours (which is very telling about who you are) is BOUND to be appreciated! It...

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05-09-2013, 04:17 PM

drjoyous replied to a thread Think your wightloss journey is tough? better think again in Primal Blueprint Odds and Ends

A) You're ignorant, (B) you've not bothered to research how food affects the body, and (C) you're mean-spirited. I'm glad I'm not you. And no, i've...

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05-02-2013, 09:50 AM

drjoyous replied to a thread Funny CW moments in Primal Blueprint Success Stories

"you set a very low bar" would have been my reply...

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04-30-2013, 08:44 AM

drjoyous replied to a thread any old hippies? Even just baby-boomers? in Primal Blueprint Odds and Ends

hippie here. this particular hippie still worked hard as a single mom for a phd, became a 3rd degree black belt along the way, rode motorcycles...

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04-27-2013, 09:28 AM

drjoyous replied to a thread Delayed fullness in Primal Blueprint Nutrition

I have the same problem. I'm assuming it's from years of CW dieting (so never experiencing full, and strict portion controls). I don't like to eat...

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04-20-2013, 11:26 AM

drjoyous replied to a thread Let the conquest of the kingdom of BellyFat begin!! in Primal Blueprint Journals

Ah, "he who is caught first" can hide behind me, "she who never even made it to the pack"! I too hate sprints. I hate to run (bad knees in the...

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04-18-2013, 11:31 AM

drjoyous replied to a thread Grieben Schmalz in Primal Blueprint Recipes

Easy enough to make. My (German) husband has made it for years: render some duck or goose fat, fry up a bunch of bacon, crush the bacon into little...

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04-18-2013, 06:46 AM

drjoyous replied to a thread Exercise advice needed in Primal Blueprint Fitness

Read Mark's primal blueprint fitness program on the site. Follow that. It won't take an hour for strength training; you won't need machines. Body...

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04-18-2013, 05:40 AM

drjoyous replied to a thread Confessions of a Hidden Warrior in Primal Blueprint Journals

Welcome! I identified with your comment that at some point in your life, you "traded" your physical fitness and strength for mental fitness and...

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04-14-2013, 07:43 PM

drjoyous replied to a thread How Much is Too Much in Primal Blueprint Odds and Ends

Where'd Mark say THAT?? Sorry--i've checked and can't find it...

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04-14-2013, 07:42 PM

drjoyous replied to a thread Bitchapalooza 2013 in Primal Blueprint Journals

Thanks for the story about gossip, Joanie. That's a very nice parable: i'll try to remember it. And get a great.big.pillowcase full of feathers!

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04-12-2013, 06:38 PM

drjoyous replied to a thread Beet tops in Primal Blueprint Recipes

I adore beet greens (i guess that's what you mean by beet tops?). They are sweeter and less chewy than kale, and from what i've read, got more...

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04-12-2013, 04:53 PM

drjoyous replied to a thread Bitchapalooza 2013 in Primal Blueprint Journals

Thank you, Joanie L. I appreciate the empathy..!

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04-12-2013, 10:04 AM

drjoyous replied to a thread Bitchapalooza 2013 in Primal Blueprint Journals

Ok, it's YOUR bitchapalooza thread. But i have to vent. Just 4 words: I. REALLY. HATE. LIARS. You don't need to know all the details, but...

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04-10-2013, 05:56 PM

drjoyous replied to a thread What is the secret to getting good, crispy chicken skins? in Primal Blueprint Recipes

If you're talking whole chicken--Preheat the oven to 450, pop the chicken in with your salt and pepper and spices, let it cook at that high heat for...

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04-08-2013, 12:35 PM

drjoyous replied to a thread RowdyTike is in the cave! in Primal Blueprint Journals

Hi Rowdy--Others have great words of wisdom and suggestions, and i don't have better ones to add. Just know that you're helping us (ME!) as much as...

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04-04-2013, 05:51 AM

drjoyous replied to a thread Primal Journal (Ecks) in Primal Blueprint Journals

Sounds like you're on a roll! Congrats!

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04-03-2013, 07:03 PM

drjoyous replied to a thread why moderate protein? in Primal Blueprint Nutrition

I eat high protein, usually 1-1.5% of my LBM. And every so often, i hit about 200 g/day, usually when i eat something like heart. I figure that my...

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