"Dairy and Grains aren't the best for you"- Nutrionist

raven56706

Speaking to a nutrionist and basically said those types of food make you bloated and arent the best option when trying to eat healthy. It also cause inflammation.

For me, Brown rice and Polly o String cheese were staples in my diet. Yes i lost weight with this included in my diet but looking to maximize my results.

Of course i also know that some foods work best for some and not others. But curious if you have given up grains and dairy to help your healthy lifestyle.

cathipa

I gave up most grains because I found them to be calorie dense and I could substitute most with vegetables. I will occasionally eat bread but its typically going to be a high protein type or a high fiber tortilla. I still consume dairy (cheese, yogurt, milk, ice cream) and haven't had any problems with my weight goals.

If you like it and it fits your calorie goals then eat it.

janejellyroll

Honestly, if a nutritionist gave that type of blanket advice, I would question their competence.

For people who can't tolerate them well, dairy or grains aren't the best! But there are many people who can consume these foods without a problem and find them to be nutrient-rich and easy to fit into their calorie goals.

They aren't required for health (I don't eat dairy for ethical reasons and I'm doing fine), but to cut them just to cut them? I don't get it.

MerryMavis1

Was this a registered dietician? They gave you incorrect advice.

kimny72

Dairy and grains make me feel full and satisfied and contribute a lot of protein and fiber to my diet. Not sure how that would be "not the best"?

The Blue Zones, where there are record-setting levels of active centenarians, all eat diets high in grains. Not to say, some people aren't better off avoiding them. But a blanket statement like that suggests a person whose not as educated as they might seem.

Lots of things cause inflammation. Inflammation is a normal part of a body functioning. It is when inflammation goes wrong and becomes systemic that you run into a problem (like auto-immune diseases), but the word has now become a buzzword for health "professionals" trying to scare people into buying stuff.

janejellyroll

kimny72 wrote: »

Dairy and grains make me feel full and satisfied and contribute a lot of protein and fiber to my diet. Not sure how that would be "not the best"?

The Blue Zones, where there are record-setting levels of active centenarians, all eat diets high in grains. Not to say, some people aren't better off avoiding them. But a blanket statement like that suggests a person whose not as educated as they might seem.

Lots of things cause inflammation. Inflammation is a normal part of a body functioning. It is when inflammation goes wrong and becomes systemic that you run into a problem (like auto-immune diseases), but the word has now become a buzzword for health "professionals" trying to scare people into buying stuff.

IMO, "inflammation" is a godsend concept for quacks because you can attribute all types of symptoms to it and it's difficult to pin down if something is actually connected to it. So you get all kinds of nonsense about perfectly normal foods causing inflammation . . .

lucys1225

I don't eat them because I feel better without them (plus I have Hashimoto's). But, many people do just fine including them in their diet.

The_Movie_Chair

I have Celiac Disease and Rheumatoid Arthritis, both are autoimmune disorders. (Yeah, two for the price of one.) It is not a secret that many foods can trigger inflammation in our bodies. I live a gluten and almost grain free life and it has made all the difference in the world. According to my doctors and my nutritionist, I limit my dairy intake and use 2% milk and only skim cheese products when I splurge. I also limited my red meat stay away from pork and pork products.

My RA factor is now under 2, that means I am in remission and the disease -while not curable- is on hold. If you have a problem with inflammations in your body, work with a specialist and a special nutritionist. If you are healthy, live your life and eat all the food you like. Life and age might change that later for you.

Cutting food groups out without a reason is highly idiotic and also highly scary. But that's just my opinion.

cwolfman13

I'm eating a brown rice/quinoa blend as we speak...it is delicious and I have no issues. I also love cheese and have no issue with bloating, etc with cheese.

I think most of the "inflammation" stuff is a lot of hooey and allows people to throw around all kinds of nonsense.

psuLemon

cwolfman13 wrote: »

I'm eating a brown rice/quinoa blend as we speak...it is delicious and I have no issues. I also love cheese and have no issue with bloating, etc with cheese.

I think most of the "inflammation" stuff is a lot of hooey and allows people to throw around all kinds of nonsense.

It also assumes that all inflammation is bad. It's like this nutritionist doesn't even lift.


I eat a ton of whole grains and dairy because it makes me feel full.

DragonHasTheSapphire

I would understand cutting out dairy or grains because of a condition or just because it doesn't satisfy them, but really? A nutritionist saying that dairy and grains aren't the best for you?

My dietician says to eat whatever suits my body and keeps me fuller longer. Personally, veggies don't keep me nearly as full versus a bowl of oatmeal, but do you see any nutritionist saying to cut out veggies?

I say just to eat what suits you. If dairy or grains cut or don't cut for you, that's fine, and there's always other options.

LivingtheLeanDream

If there's no medical reason not to eat grains or dairy I can't see the problem with eating them.

deannalfisher

nutristionist and not RD sounds like your first issue...anyone can call themselves a nutritionist with an online class - a RD has a graduate degree in nutrition/dietetics

CharlieBeansmomTracey

The_Movie_Chair wrote: »

I have Celiac Disease and Rheumatoid Arthritis, both are autoimmune disorders. (Yeah, two for the price of one.) It is not a secret that many foods can trigger inflammation in our bodies. I live a gluten and almost grain free life and it has made all the difference in the world. According to my doctors and my nutritionist, I limit my dairy intake and use 2% milk and only skim cheese products when I splurge. I also limited my red meat stay away from pork and pork products.

My RA factor is now under 2, that means I am in remission and the disease -while not curable- is on hold. If you have a problem with inflammations in your body, work with a specialist and a special nutritionist. If you are healthy, live your life and eat all the food you like. Life and age might change that later for you.

Cutting food groups out without a reason is highly idiotic and also highly scary. But that's just my opinion.

Yet I have RA and eat grains and dairy and have no issues with my RA I dont even need meds yet. it doesnt seem to have any impact on inflammation. what does is stress and not enough sleep.I also eat foods with gluten,but have cut down on breads as they seem to cause me to have eczema flare ups yet my inflammation stays the same or seems to. so what works for one may be the opposite for another with the same issues. as for a nutritionist. its best to see a registered dietitian as anyone now adays can become a nutritionist(most are also not licensed and are not backed by the AMA).

CharlieBeansmomTracey

deannalfisher wrote: »

nutristionist and not RD sounds like your first issue...anyone can call themselves a nutritionist with an online class - a RD has a graduate degree in nutrition/dietetics

and RDs are backed by the AMA.