All calories are not the same

MsQt

This is from an article that I ran across! I wanted to share this with you :flowerforyou: The more calories we take in, the more flab we add—and if we cut back on them, then flab starts to recede too, right? After all, at face value, calories seem to be the factor by which all foods should be judged. But if that were true, 500 calories of parsnips would equal 500 calories of Double Stuf Oreos. Not quite. There's nothing simple about calories. Learn the distinctions and lose the lard."Too many people are counting calories instead of focusing on the content of food," says Alderman. "This just misses the boat." Just because the food is swallowed doesn't mean it will be digested. It passes through your stomach and then reaches your small intestine, which slurps up all the nutrients it can through its spongy walls. But 5 to 10 percent of calories slide through unabsorbed. Fat digestion is relatively efficient—fat easily enters your intestinal walls. As for protein, animal sources are more digestible than plant sources, so a top sirloin's protein will be better absorbed than tofu's. If you want to lose weight, make protein a priority at every meal. Adding them to snacks—especially before you exercise—can help too. IF THIS IS INTERESTING TO YOU CHECK IT OUT: http://health.yahoo.net/rodale/MH/the-truth-about-calories

Robyrob33

Thanks for the information!!!!

Gemini_at_36

Thanks for the reminder, protein is important.

1CALIJIBARO2

YUP....that is so TRUE.......... TANX MS Q....T......:glasses: :smokin:

boku70

You/the article make some good points, but the more important point is that it's still fundamentally about calories.

When we start making justifications--"Oh, well, it's not really 500 calories--I'm sure I won't actually digest it all!"--we start down the slippery slope that leads away from maintaining discipline.

So, for the purposes of weight loss, my opinion is that you're probably better off thinking that a calorie is a calorie is a calorie.

For puposes of nutrition, though, it's a more complicated question. :-) It's possible to be thin yet have shi**y blood chemistry (cholesterol levels, blood sugar, etc.) because you *only* pay attention to calories. In that sense, in particular, it's definitely important to keep in mind that an Oreo is not a parsnip. :-)

GoneWithTheWhinge

Interesting, thanks for posting

cathys01

Thanks for the posting. Some interesting info.

MsQt

You/the article make some good points, but the more important point is that it's still fundamentally about calories.

When we start making justifications--"Oh, well, it's not really 500 calories--I'm sure I won't actually digest it all!"--we start down the slippery slope that leads away from maintaining discipline.

So, for the purposes of weight loss, my opinion is that you're probably better off thinking that a calorie is a calorie is a calorie.

For puposes of nutrition, though, it's a more complicated question. :-) It's possible to be thin yet have shi**y blood chemistry (cholesterol levels, blood sugar, etc.) because you *only* pay attention to calories. In that sense, in particular, it's definitely important to keep in mind that an Oreo is not a parsnip. :-)

Ok, am I missing what you're saying? My reason for putting this on here is: Only eat lean meat, fruit, veggies, and If you feel a must to have bread only eat wheat/whole grain. Processed food, fried food, artificial juices, food with gravy, butter, and etc should be avoided. So No any calorie is not a calorie. Not only do I stick to that but I also hit the gym hard 5-6days a week so.... I don't think that you read my point right but you can re read it if you like :laugh:

MsQt

Someone has missed my point on this topic! My reason for putting this on here is: Only eat lean meat like fillet migon- sirloin steak- turkey breast- chicken breast and they are all grilled only by the way, fruit, veggies, and If you feel a must to have bread only eat wheat/whole grain. Processed food, fried food, artificial juices, food with gravy, butter, and etc should be avoided. I'm not making excuses by not means. I'm steering others clear of that! So No any calorie is not a calorie. Not only do I stick to that but I also hit the gym hard 5-6days a week so....

SexyCook

Very Great point..I attempt to explain to people so much that a calorie is not just a calorie...Going to mcdonalds and have a crispy chicken and it come to 600 calories, is not the same as have chicken with whole wheat pasta and salad and it come to 600.. That's TOTALLY different. For someone to think just add calories and not factoring in the nutrition that will not help you achieve your ultimate goal..Great article QT...so many miss points to how this calorie count thing works..:happy:

MsQt

Thank SexyCook

MsQt

bump!

kittyloo123

Very Great point..I attempt to explain to people so much that a calorie is not just a calorie...Going to mcdonalds and have a crispy chicken and it come to 600 calories, is not the same as have chicken with whole wheat pasta and salad and it come to 600.. That's TOTALLY different. For someone to think just add calories and not factoring in the nutrition that will not help you achieve your ultimate goal..Great article QT...so many miss points to how this calorie count thing works..:happy:

This is exactly what i try to tell people. If you are eating fast food, butter, chips, and candybars, BUT still staying under your calorie goal, you will have different results if you eat the same amount of calories, eating fresh fruit, lean meats, and veggies.
All calories are not created equal.

FlexAppeal79

FINALLY a post that makes some damn SENSE! Thank you!:happy:

cloud2011

Quality of food is important, but you can get fat on good food, too, even if you're vegetarian. For the purposes of weight loss, it's good to recognize that calories do count.

mugsisme

IF THIS IS INTERESTING TO YOU CHECK IT OUT: http://health.yahoo.net/rodale/MH/the-truth-about-calories

I actually read the article. It is a very good article and thank you for posting it. Funny thing is I just reset my goals, because for me personally, I need more carbs. I find I am hungry when I don't eat enough and I get very full when I do. (I am not talking about white bread and pretzels ... I am talking about beans and whole wheat/grains.)

Thanks again!