Bacon?
sweetangelkitten
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Hello! So I was looking at the pack of bacon and it said 2 strips were only 80 calories! Does this include the fat on it right after you're done frying it? I just shake it a little to get rid of excess dripping fat before I put it on the plate. Have any of you lost weight while eating bacon? Do you recommend bacon while losing weight? Why or why not?
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Yes, I recommend eat it, enjoy it, log it, own it.8
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Lots of people lose eating bacon. I eat it pretty rarely, but the amount I eat it didn't change during weight loss. I don't really find it filling (it's tasty, however), but the calories are reasonable enough. I wouldn't recommend that someone add it (or any specific food) for weight loss, but I'd say if you enjoy it, it fits in a weight loss diet just fine.4
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Sure, bacon can fit into you're calorie and nutrition goals if that's what you like to eat I believe the calories on the package are for cooked bacon, and it's one of those things that's a fairly loose estimate, because the meat is so fatty, and how well it's done will definately have an impact on the calorie count (though really I think it would be just a few calories more or less). I like my bacon crisp, and when it's done I press it between two layers of paper towel to remove any liquid fat. I like bacon, and I've lost 50 pounds without cutting it out of my diet. 6
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I had bacon last night. It's not nearly as caloric as people think because a lot of the fat cooks out. 40 calories per slice is about what you will get after cooking it in a pan. If you microwave it between two paper towels, it goes down to about 25 calories per slice.2
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If you can put it in your diet and still be in a calorie deficit for the day, eat it!
I eat it all the time but usually keep it at 2-4 slices at most because of the calorie/weight ratio.1 -
nothing wrong with a bit of bacon, if honestly logged and accounted for.
I'll even admit to reserving the fat that comes out of it and cooking something else in it instead of using cooking oil. But when I do I also log the bacon fat (as well as the greens I just wilted down in it)
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sweetangelkitten wrote: »sytchequeen wrote: »nothing wrong with a bit of bacon, if honestly logged and accounted for.
I'll even admit to reserving the fat that comes out of it and cooking something else in it instead of using cooking oil. But when I do I also log the bacon fat (as well as the greens I just wilted down in it)
Everything in moderation
I also save the fat in a jar, though I am not sure how to measure it for calories. How many calories does it have per tablespoon?
Fat is fat - 120 cal per table spoon.4 -
sweetangelkitten wrote: »sytchequeen wrote: »nothing wrong with a bit of bacon, if honestly logged and accounted for.
I'll even admit to reserving the fat that comes out of it and cooking something else in it instead of using cooking oil. But when I do I also log the bacon fat (as well as the greens I just wilted down in it)
Everything in moderation
I also save the fat in a jar, though I am not sure how to measure it for calories. How many calories does it have per tablespoon?
Just put "bacon fat" into the MFP database. Although a weight would be more accurate than a tablespoon0 -
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I just checked... MFP says 38 cal per teaspoon of bacon fat - so a tablespoon would be triple2
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sytchequeen wrote: »sweetangelkitten wrote: »sytchequeen wrote: »nothing wrong with a bit of bacon, if honestly logged and accounted for.
I'll even admit to reserving the fat that comes out of it and cooking something else in it instead of using cooking oil. But when I do I also log the bacon fat (as well as the greens I just wilted down in it)
Everything in moderation
I also save the fat in a jar, though I am not sure how to measure it for calories. How many calories does it have per tablespoon?
Just put "bacon fat" into the MFP database. Although a weight would be more accurate than a tablespoon
Yeah -- here's a good entry from the USDA that should be findable in MFP: 10864, Pork, bacon, rendered fat, cooked.
898 cal for 100 g (so about 90 for 10 g). I'd use weight.4 -
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sweetangelkitten wrote: »Sure, bacon can fit into you're calorie and nutrition goals if that's what you like to eat I believe the calories on the package are for cooked bacon, and it's one of those things that's a fairly loose estimate, because the meat is so fatty, and how well it's done will definately have an impact on the calorie count (though really I think it would be just a few calories more or less). I like my bacon crisp, and when it's done I press it between two layers of paper towel to remove any liquid fat. I like bacon, and I've lost 50 pounds without cutting it out of my diet.
I like my bacon pretty rare and pink, should I be pressing the fat off of it?
Not necessary - that's just what I like to do, but again once cooked I think the calorie difference is negligible. Looking back on how many calories of fat in a teaspoon of bacon, and assuming you're not eating it half a pound at a time, there would be far less than a teaspoon of fat difference between well and lightly cooked. Don't overthink this - just enjoy 2 -
No food is “good” or “bad” for weight loss as long as you’re in a calorie deficit. Weight loss is all about calories – Eat fewer than you burn, in whatever form suits you, and you’ll lose weight.
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sweetangelkitten wrote: »... Do you recommend bacon while losing weight? Why or why not?
All foods can by eaten while losing weight as long as you are in a calorie deficit.
You have made at least two post about different kinds of foods that lead me to think you have a less than positive relationship with food. Foods are not good or bad, they're just food. No food can make you gain or lose weight. Some foods are more nutritious than others, but can still be eaten if they fit into your goals.
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corinasue1143 wrote: »Yes, I recommend eat it, enjoy it, log it, own it.
Ditto.
I go for no sugar added bacon.0 -
sweetangelkitten wrote: »I have struggles with food and body image yes. I just want to get things that are nutritious. Some foods are better for you than others , like I said about the apples vs bacon. I've been researching potatoes and finding opposing sides on the issue, and would like to heat some person experiences about it. I want to feel good about myself and have nutritious and tasty things that I can enjoy on the regular
I'm going to suggest you see a professional to help you.
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Weight loss and nutrition are not one and the same. Depending on your NUTRITION goals, yes, apples may be better than bacon, but, if you're talking about WEIGHT LOSS only, it does not matter what foods you eat as long as the calories you consume are fewer than the calories you burn.5
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sweetangelkitten wrote: »VioletRojo wrote: »sweetangelkitten wrote: »I have struggles with food and body image yes. I just want to get things that are nutritious. Some foods are better for you than others , like I said about the apples vs bacon. I've been researching potatoes and finding opposing sides on the issue, and would like to heat some person experiences about it. I want to feel good about myself and have nutritious and tasty things that I can enjoy on the regular
I'm going to suggest you see a professional to help you.
What do you mean?
I mean that a therapist can help you with feeling better about your body, your relationship with food, etc.7 -
sweetangelkitten wrote: »smoofinator wrote: »Weight loss and nutrition are not one and the same. Depending on your NUTRITION goals, yes, apples may be better than bacon, but, if you're talking about WEIGHT LOSS only, it does not matter what foods you eat as long as the calories you consume are fewer than the calories you burn.
I meant that apples are better than oreos, not that they are better than bacon. Bacon isn't a junk food like oreos and apples and bacon have different nutrients to offer. I am working on weight loss and nutrition, for me they go hand in hand. I want to feel my best
You want to lose weight? Eat any food (ANY food) as long as you burn more calories than you eat.
You want to be healthy? Talk to your doctor about the types of foods you should consume (I'm guessing he/she will suggest a lot of fruits and veg, lean protein, nuts, yada yada yada).
You want to lose weight AND be healthy? Do both of the things above. It seems like you're making this more difficult than it has to be.6 -
sweetangelkitten wrote: »VioletRojo wrote: »sweetangelkitten wrote: »... Do you recommend bacon while losing weight? Why or why not?
All foods can by eaten while losing weight as long as you are in a calorie deficit.
You have made at least two post about different kinds of foods that lead me to think you have a less than positive relationship with food. Foods are not good or bad, they're just food. No food can make you gain or lose weight. Some foods are more nutritious than others, but can still be eaten if they fit into your goals.
I have struggles with food and body image yes. I just want to get things that are nutritious. Some foods are better for you than others , like I said about the apples vs bacon. I've been researching potatoes and finding opposing sides on the issue, and would like to heat some person experiences about it. I want to feel good about myself and have nutritious and tasty things that I can enjoy on the regularsweetangelkitten wrote: »smoofinator wrote: »No food is “good” or “bad” for weight loss as long as you’re in a calorie deficit. Weight loss is all about calories – Eat fewer than you burn, in whatever form suits you, and you’ll lose weight.
A calorie is not a calorie, some are better for you than other. Some things keep you fuller longer and make you feel better. I am looking to maximize good natural nutrition
Nutrition is about overall diet. You can't really focus on individual food choices, because context matters.
Bacon isn't "bad" and doesn't stop you from losing, the calories are fine, but it's not some nutritional powerhouse (it has a little protein). That you have decided that bacon and apples are good and are on the fence about potatoes (which do have quite a bit of micros, potassium, many find them filling), in addition to the wording of your initial post, makes me think you are assuming there's some good for weight loss/bad for weight loss property to the food itself.
What is satiating and in what combinations isn't something people can tell you, it's going to depend on you.
IMO, eating a nutritious diet is going to be a good idea, people will have slightly different ideas about what that means. My own preferences (not saying anyone else should do the same) is to focus on eating mostly (not only) home cooked and nutrient dense foods, sufficient protein and fiber (or even higher fiber), 2-3 servings of fruit, and lots of veg (multiple servings at all meals) per day. I include within my calories other foods I enjoy that I consider extras or sometimes foods -- this might mean processed meat like bacon, it might be cheese (which I eat for the taste and satisfaction), it might be added olive oil or butter (because tasty), it might occasionally be white pasta with my protein and veg instead of whole grain or some other type, because I'm in the mood for it, and it might be ice cream or chocolate -- depends on the day.
What's important for nutrition is not what I don't eat, but what I do eat, so I focus on building meals around protein, whole (or minimally processed) carbs like beans, lentils, potatoes, sweet potatoes, whole grains, healthy fats (like from olives, nuts and seeds, avocado, fatty fish), and of course lots and lots of veg and some fruit. I don't worry about avoiding some food I've arbitrarily declared bad like potatoes -- for me potatoes are delicious and filling and have nutrients, so I not only eat them but find it helpful to make sure I include them. If someone doesn't care for them, of course, or benefits from a very low carb diet, that would be different (and while I occasionally have fries, I'm usually talking about whole roasted potatoes with the skin).12 -
We have bacon every Sunday. (Note, put bacon on a paper towel lined plate to drain excess fat)
Nothing wrong with any food (even Oreos) for weight loss as long as you eat less calories than your body burns.8 -
I just had some bacon with my lunch. Now that I think about it, I had some with dinner last night too. I've lost over 50lbs with bacon as a part of my diet. I love bacon.5
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