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Old 06-23-2011, 11:31 AM
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Sorry for my ignorance in this but is it safe to continue on a low calorie lifestyle while i am on my period?

On Atkins, I never worried about calories now since I am doing this the right way, I wanna make sure I do this smart!
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Old 06-23-2011, 11:55 AM
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I would think that a calorie amount that is safe when you're not on your period is safe when you are. I did read recently that women tend to eat more when they are on, but not that more calories are needed, not like breastfeeding, for example.
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Old 06-23-2011, 07:39 PM
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Yes, it is safe to continue a low calorie diet but watch closely to the amount of iron you are eating. Aim for more iron during this time to keep from feeling weaker then usual.

I like to make my own beetroot juice. It is an excellent blood builder.
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Old 06-24-2011, 03:25 AM
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hmm i need to try out beetjuice. I never made that before!
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