Not counting fruits and veggies

nowine4me

fitoverfortymom wrote: »

I had to get out of the "chocolate has fewer calories than a banana" cycle by figuring out how full I wanted to feel. If I just want a treat, I go for the chocolate. If I'm hungry and need to feel full or satisfied or something, I go for the banana. Both are awesome depending on what your needs are.

This is exactly what I would have said. Yes, chocolate might be better in the moment, but how about 5 mins later? I took me a while, but I was finally able to replace (almost) all sweets with substitutes that offer way better satiety and nutrition. Two of my favs are a banana with a tiny drizzle of maple syrup and sea salt flakes, or an apple with 2tbs spicy hummus. Sweet, salty and satisfying.

That being said, have some chocolate once in a while!!

Ivanapoutine

Thanks everyone for the responses. Some were very helpful. I fully realize fruit have calories (hence why I was avoiding it to eat other foods aka the problem). WW is a no go for me as their “free style” is too much since 90% of the food I eat would be zero points. I actually gained weight from it. I do agree, I want to account for the nutritional value of my food so I know I’m on track. To me, 1200 cals does not go that far so maybe instead of not entering fruits and veggies, I will just add an extra walk to have some sweets. Problem solved. Thanks community!

Aaron_K123

Ivanapoutine wrote: »

Thanks everyone for the responses. Some were very helpful. I fully realize fruit have calories (hence why I was avoiding it to eat other foods aka the problem). WW is a no go for me as their “free style” is too much since 90% of the food I eat would be zero points. I actually gained weight from it. I do agree, I want to account for the nutritional value of my food so I know I’m on track. To me, 1200 cals does not go that far so maybe instead of not entering fruits and veggies, I will just add an extra walk to have some sweets. Problem solved. Thanks community!

Sounds like a solid plan to me, cheers and good luck.

smkirkpatrick15

I totally agree and am tempted to do the same. I don't know anyone who has gained too much weight by eating fruits and veggies!

mbaker566

if it works...
but fruit and vegetable calories can add up surprisingly fast