no HFCS peanut butter jelly or bread?

glitterygirl88

or am I dreaming?OR am i being silly?I dont know what to believe.....High fructose corn syrup?is it as bad as ive heard?I dot have the time or money to prepare whats best for me...so Im trying to do as good as i can
I was thiking sandwiches for lunch perhaps

Angelgranny2007

I think it's a lot of hype personally.

glitterygirl88

I think it's a lot of hype personally.

i kinda thought so.....lol

stringcheeze

Nothing good has ever come from HFCS. Peanut Butter is fine. Bread is debatable (but at least choose a whole grain option instead of white).

♥_Ellybean_♥

PB&J sandwhiches are an okay option!

but I would wheat bread instead of white bread... Peanut butter is a good source of protein. and you could pick up sugar free jelly (which actually taste like regular jelly to me) at Aldi. Eating healthy doesn't mean cutting out everything that is bad for you - it means eating in moderation the things you love, and cutting high sugary items with low sugar healthy items.

Samantharose8akaDebbie

I found this article on the Mayo Clinic website:
Question
High-fructose corn syrup: What are the concerns?High-fructose corn syrup seems to be a common ingredient in many foods. What are the concerns about high-fructose corn syrup?
Answer
from Katherine Zeratsky, R.D., L.D.
High-fructose corn syrup is a common sweetener and preservative. High-fructose corn syrup is made by changing the sugar (glucose) in cornstarch to fructose — another form of sugar. The end product is a combination of fructose and glucose. Because it extends the shelf life of processed foods and is cheaper than sugar, high-fructose corn syrup has become a popular ingredient in many sodas, fruit-flavored drinks and other processed foods.

So far, research has yielded conflicting results about the effects of high-fructose corn syrup. For example, various early studies showed an association between increased consumption of sweetened beverages (many of which contained high-fructose corn syrup) and obesity. But recent research — some of which is supported by the beverage industry — suggests that high-fructose corn syrup isn't intrinsically less healthy than other sweeteners, nor is it the root cause of obesity.

While research continues, moderation remains important. Many beverages and other processed foods made with high-fructose corn syrup and other sweeteners are high in calories and low in nutritional value. Regularly including these products in your diet has the potential to promote obesity — which, in turn, promotes conditions such as type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure and coronary artery disease.

If you're concerned about the amount of high-fructose corn syrup or other sweeteners in your diet, consider these tips:

■Limit processed foods.
■Avoid foods that contain added sugar.
■Choose fresh fruit rather than fruit juice or fruit-flavored drinks. Even 100 percent fruit juice has a high concentration of sugar.
■Choose fruit canned in its own juices instead of heavy syrup.
■Drink less soda.
■Don't allow sweetened beverages to replace milk, especially for children.

I personally love Peanut butter and jelly sandwiches!

LuckyLeprechaun

me too. there are people who'll tell you it's poisonous, it's the devil. But as for me...eh. It is calorie dense, so reducing it will improve your nutritional value of your food, but trying to eliminate it altogether is 1. hard and 2. probably unnecessary.

but some folks like to eat in very regimented ways, vegans and such, and if that's what makes you feel good then have at it!

Sparksfly

I eat regular peanut butter and jelly all the time. I have lost almost 44 lbs to date. Hasn't really been an issue with me...

All I can say is MEASURE YOUR PORTIONS! haha that's what will get you with peanut butter. I could eat a whole jar of it.

KZOsMommy

if you buy organic of any of those things it will not have high fructose corn syrup in it.

khskr1

Some of the newer studies coming out show that HFCS stimulates the gherlin production in your body and decreases the leptin. Gherlin is the hormone that stimulates hunger and leptin is the counter hormone that tells you when you're full. I agree with Lucky...do what you think is right. Personally...if people didn't eat something 100 years ago...I try to not eat it either.

TheNewJessieMae

if you buy organic of any of those things it will not have high fructose corn syrup in it.

Agreed!!!!!!

kendra1976

We eliminated it as much as possible. It's not natural. So why put it in my body?
I have noticed that eliminating it along with other processed foods, makes me feel better. I sleep better and I don't tend to have all the cravings that I used to.

If you purchase the organic jelly, it will not have it in there. Plus it's very close in price as other jelly's, but tastes WAY better.
Go with the natural peanut butter. It tastes so much better as well. Skippy makes a natural peanut butter with honey that is wonderful. As for bread, Pepperidge Farms Deli Flats. They do not contain HFCS and they are only 100 calories.

Also my philosophy is that if doesn't rot or go bad, don't put it in my body..

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frogmommy

There are so many budget friendly options that do not rely on processed sugars (or grains for that matter). Health food stores sell peanut butters without added junk at a reasonable price. For that matter, Smuckers does also in the regular grocery store for a few cents more than pb with palm oil and sugar. The Smuckers natural is made from peanuts and I think a trace amount of salt. We keep it in the fridge.

Ultimately, it is personal preference whether you eliminate or reduce the amount of HFCS in your diet. I tend to agree, however, with the poster who mentioned that if they didn't eat it 100 years ago, I try not to either. Food in its purest form provides all the nutrients we need.

lrichardson2360

I try to avoid Peanut Butter and Jelly simply because it's so high in sugar (but I do LOVE IT). I do feel that HFCS is probably the root of all evil, but I'm not a nut about it. It's in so many things I wouldn't begin to know how to avoid it entirely and honestly, who has that much time on their hands? It's not something I'm going to lose sleep over. I'm a big believer in "everything in moderation."

My favorite sandwich is Turkey Breast and Avocado. Mmmmm....

Ge0rgiana

HCFS is bad. It's processed like crazy. Best to avoid it. Going organic is a good way.

skinnytayy

Knowthelies.com -- read it ... you'll be surprised at what you read about HFCS. It's not just hype .. There is proof all around us. Look at how many overweight/obese people are in the U.S. and then look at all the food that contains HFCS.

skinnytayy

Knowthelies.com -- read it ... you'll be surprised at what you read about HFCS. It's not just hype .. There is proof all around us. Look at how many overweight/obese people are in the U.S. and then look at all the food that contains HFCS.

Mindful_Trent

I am avoiding HFCS as part of a general change to my life - I believe that the combination of all the processed junk that people eat is what is causing the obesity problems we see today. HFCS is just part of that. Why would I want to put stuff in me that has been so highly processed that it isn't even comparable to its original form? There are plenty of unprocessed (or very lightly processed) foods out there that are delicious and more nutritious...so to me, even if HFCS isn't "that bad"... it's not worth it!

There is natural peanut butter and jelly out there that have no HFCS...I think peanut butter that is 100% peanuts is so much yummier than the PB with added sugars/oils. I don't eat too much bread anymore, because I think there are healthier grains I could be eating, but there are some types (like Nature's Own) that have no HFCS, and of course you could always make your own if you have time!

KimSchnizleinWECHANGED

or am I dreaming?OR am i being silly?I dont know what to believe.....High fructose corn syrup?is it as bad as ive heard?I dot have the time or money to prepare whats best for me...so Im trying to do as good as i can
I was thiking sandwiches for lunch perhaps

http://www.thenutritionreporter.com/fructose_dangers.html
http://www.sweetsurprise.com/myths-and-facts/faqs-high-fructose-corn-syrup/fructose?utm_source=MSN&utm_medium=ppc&utm_term=high+fructose+corn+syrup&utm_content=Fructose&utm_campaign=CaloricSweeteners
http://www.princeton.edu/main/news/archive/S26/91/22K07/
http://www.tuberose.com/HighFructoseCornSyrup.html

These are a few sites that discuss this issue. I can certainly say that I've found more info that is negative, but you can look up more info online. I have my own opinion ... Stay away from refined sugar and HFCS altogether .... But that is just an opinion.

LittleSpy

Just as bad for you as cane/fruit sugar. But, in my opinion, no worse.

However, my usual bread doesn't contain HFCS and my peanut butter has no added sugar in any form so it's pretty easy to avoid if you're looking to avoid it.

Ge0rgiana

or am I dreaming?OR am i being silly?I dont know what to believe.....High fructose corn syrup?is it as bad as ive heard?I dot have the time or money to prepare whats best for me...so Im trying to do as good as i can
I was thiking sandwiches for lunch perhaps

http://www.thenutritionreporter.com/fructose_dangers.html
http://www.sweetsurprise.com/myths-and-facts/faqs-high-fructose-corn-syrup/fructose?utm_source=MSN&utm_medium=ppc&utm_term=high+fructose+corn+syrup&utm_content=Fructose&utm_campaign=CaloricSweeteners
http://www.princeton.edu/main/news/archive/S26/91/22K07/
http://www.tuberose.com/HighFructoseCornSyrup.html

These are a few sites that discuss this issue. I can certainly say that I've found more info that is negative, but you can look up more info online. I have my own opinion ... Stay away from refined sugar and HFCS altogether .... But that is just an opinion.

Not to burst your bubble, but before you go go taking Sweetsurprise.com as gospel, note that it's put out there by the Corn Refiners Association. "The Corn Refiners Association (CRA) is the national trade association representing the corn refining (wet milling) industry of the United States." No special interests there, now!

jessmomof3

Just buy natural peanut butter and allfruit spread instead of *jelly* and you're fine! I like the Polaner Allfruit or Kroger brand Just fruit spread for my kids. HTH!

HealthyChanges2010

I am avoiding HFCS as part of a general change to my life - I believe that the combination of all the processed junk that people eat is what is causing the obesity problems we see today. HFCS is just part of that. Why would I want to put stuff in me that has been so highly processed that it isn't even comparable to its original form? There are plenty of unprocessed (or very lightly processed) foods out there that are delicious and more nutritious...so to me, even if HFCS isn't "that bad"... it's not worth it!

There is natural peanut butter and jelly out there that have no HFCS...I think peanut butter that is 100% peanuts is so much yummier than the PB with added sugars/oils. I don't eat too much bread anymore, because I think there are healthier grains I could be eating, but there are some types (like Nature's Own) that have no HFCS, and of course you could always make your own if you have time!

:drinker: what He said

HealthyChanges2010

or am I dreaming?OR am i being silly?I dont know what to believe.....High fructose corn syrup?is it as bad as ive heard?I dot have the time or money to prepare whats best for me...so Im trying to do as good as i can
I was thiking sandwiches for lunch perhaps

http://www.thenutritionreporter.com/fructose_dangers.html
http://www.sweetsurprise.com/myths-and-facts/faqs-high-fructose-corn-syrup/fructose?utm_source=MSN&utm_medium=ppc&utm_term=high+fructose+corn+syrup&utm_content=Fructose&utm_campaign=CaloricSweeteners
http://www.princeton.edu/main/news/archive/S26/91/22K07/
http://www.tuberose.com/HighFructoseCornSyrup.html

These are a few sites that discuss this issue. I can certainly say that I've found more info that is negative, but you can look up more info online. I have my own opinion ... Stay away from refined sugar and HFCS altogether .... But that is just an opinion.

Not to burst your bubble, but before you go go taking Sweetsurprise.com as gospel, note that it's put out there by the Corn Refiners Association. "The Corn Refiners Association (CRA) is the national trade association representing the corn refining (wet milling) industry of the United States." No special interests there, now!

:noway: OMG definitely have to agree on this one, LOL nope, no special interest group at work here!!:sick: :glasses:

rfialkiewicz

HFCS should be treated like any other sugar. I treat it like table sugar. I count it as table sugar. It is essentially table sugar, but from corn not cane.

In moderation.

spritie

I beleive the common concirn that causes people to say the HFCS is evil and worse than just table sugar is the way it is processed in your body.

A variety of different cells and areas within the body are able to process most types of sugar. Basically all cells in the body use glucose as there primary fuel source.

However fructose can only be processed and metabolised by the liver.

High quantities of fructose in the diet (that almost only can be caused by processed products containing HFCS or other fructose derivatives) have been known to cause liver damage.

While eating it occasionally probably won't cause these incidents. that is one of the main reasons why people regard HFCS as a worse sugar source than sucrose or glucose and other forms of sugar (be it refined - cane or other sugars).

stfuandrun

I try to avoid it but I don't think it's "the devil." I look for it in ingredients in things I buy and buy bread that doesn't have it (Orowheat, Nature's Valley).

As for PB and jelly, I get natural PB (just peanuts and salt, yum) and get my jam from my aunt, who cans it herself. Big time yum! When she doesn't have any for me, I get either sugar free jam or something that doesn't have HFCS or fructose in it.

I've cut it out of our diets (for the most part) for personal reasons and am glad that we don't consume it on a regular basis, only rarely and in moderation.

HealthyChanges2010

or am I dreaming?OR am i being silly?I dont know what to believe.....High fructose corn syrup?is it as bad as ive heard?I dot have the time or money to prepare whats best for me...so Im trying to do as good as i can
I was thiking sandwiches for lunch perhaps

http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/118845-hfcs