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Re: Introductions
Hello. 52 Year old, recently diagnosed diabetic. Overweight. Was sicker than heck. Transitioning to WFPB way of eating with my wife. started cronometer today and am really impressed with the depth of information I now have at my disposal. Looking forward to learning from Y'all
Able to Add Foods Even When Day is Marked Complete
In the redisgn there are plus signs (+) to directly add food to a category. Items can still be added even when the day is marked complete. I think this would be disabled for complete days or at least give the usual warning to make the day incomplete.
Logging Ham Hocks or Stocks in General
I'm making turnip greens with smoked ham hock today. I make a ham stock first by simmering the hock for several hours. Then remove and reserve the meat, throw away the remaining hock, and cool and defat the broth. Finally, the dish comes together by simmering the greens, root, and other vegetables, herbs, and spices in the stock adding the reserved meat at the end.
For years I've looked for a satisfactory answer on how to account for the calories from that ham hock or chicken carcass or whatever the stock was made from. Of course, I weigh the reserved meat but a lot of delicious stuff ends up in the stock from skin, fat, collagen, marrow, etc. It's worse if the temperature gets away from you a bit and the stock boils instead of simmers. Then the fat gets absorbed into the stock the same way oil is emulsified in mayonnaise.
I assume the macro and micronutrients added to the stock are impossible to calculate but in order to manage weight, the calories must be accounted for. So the problem is how to log the calories from all the stuff that was left behind in the stock. Today I added one tablespoon of lard, 115 calories, to the ingredients. That probably more than covers it for only one hock but I'm wondering how other folks who routinely cook with homemade stocks and braises deal with this question.
Re: Maintaining weight
Hello,
I would consider lessening the "strictness" of your keto diet and allowing in some whole grains and fruits. It will also be important to eat the amount of calories that Cronometer is suggesting to maintain (or regain) lost weight.
Kind regards,
Re: SO MUCH info
Hi @Neumann welcome to Cronometer!
You can learn more about using Cronometer in our user manual: https://cronometer.zendesk.com/hc/en-us
You should be able to import Heart rate and other biometrics from your Garmin. Learn how to sync your garmin data with Cronometer here: https://cronometer.zendesk.com/hc/en-us/articles/360018579072
What to include in your report is up to you! People use Cronometer to monitor all manner of health markers and conditions, and we like to allow you to choose how to set everything up so it is completely customized for you! As you go, you will find things become easier as you build up a library of custom recipes and recently/frequently used items!
Re: Urgent Help For Understanding More! NEW USER
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Re: Urgent Help For Understanding More! NEW USER
To add to some of the information above ...
To lose 1 lb of body fat (0.45 kg), we need to create a calorie deficit of 3500 calories. To achieve this, most will subtract 500 calories from their "maintenance" daily calorie needs (Cronomter is set up to do this automatically when you choose "lose weight"). Now, the challenge is that your body doesn't like to lose weight, so will try to fight against the weight loss over time by altering your metabolic rate. However, if you maintain an accurate calorie deficit, you will continue to lose weight (just at a slower rate).
When it comes to macros (fat/carbs/protein) vs. calories, it's calories that is more important for weight loss. That said, some people find it helpful to eat higher protein while losing weight, since this nutrient can increase the fullness you feel from meals.
Please let me know if you have any questions about any of this!
Best of luck!
Re: Urgent Help For Understanding More! NEW USER
Hi @MedhatAdelEmam Welcome to Cronometer! Glad to hear you are enjoying using the software!
If you select "Maintain weight" this means that you are opting out of setting either a weight loss or weight gain goal. There should be no goal date for your goal as, by choosing weight you are essentially saying that you have already reached your expected goal!
A higher calorie deficit is not necessarily better for losing weight. There are many different methods of weight loss out there, and if you are looking for guidance on the best method for your specific needs, I would reccomend reaching out to a health professional. If you want someone who can work with you using Cronometer, check out our Pro Directory to find a coach, nutritionist or trainer near you.
We also have a ton of information about how to use the software in the user manual and our Youtube channel