Did You Know? (Nutrition Tips)

carrie1128

Great idea for a thread. I read a while back an article about 7 foods that should never touch your lips and I've always remembered it. I'm sure some people won't agree but there are some easy substitutions that are worth it to me. I buy boxed tomatoes when not using fresh ones instead of canned and I bought an air popper to pop my own popcorn instead of microwave bags. Walmart and Target brand milk are made from cows not treated with hormones and they are cheaper than organic milk.
The list is on the left and you can click on the food to see the reason.
http://www.prevention.com/tips/nutrition/7-foods-should-never-cross-your-lips

carrie1128

In order to kick my soda crave I switched to drinking mineral water with a splash of lime. Its refreshing and another way to incorporate water.

I did something similar to quit diet soda and switched to plain seltzer with a very small splash of cranberry juice and a lime wedge. I prefer it to soda so much more now.

janebowenlmt

I actually prefer Grapeseed oil to EVOO. Lighter taste (In my opinion) and ironically enough if you add to massage oil it's good for the skin. (I'm a Massage therapist, not a creeper lol )

I LOVE lime water! Lemon will do in a pinch, but

Put the lime in the H20 and shake it all up, Put the lime in the H20 and call me in the mornin!!

Maggie_Pie1

Whole flax seed is not digested by the human body. In order to get the benefits of flax, it needs to be ground. So if you buy bread or tortillas with flax you have to chew them really well to break down the seeds. Also if you add flax to your food, but sure to add ground flax or grind the flax before you add it.

Also, the Omega's in flaxseeds break down and goes rancid with time, but the shell of the flax keeps it 'fresh'. So, it's best to grind the flax yourself before you use it instead of buying the already ground flax seed.

JulieBoBoo

Great idea for a thread. I read a while back an article about 7 foods that should never touch your lips and I've always remembered it. I'm sure some people won't agree but there are some easy substitutions that are worth it to me. I buy boxed tomatoes when not using fresh ones instead of canned and I bought an air popper to pop my own popcorn instead of microwave bags. Walmart and Target brand milk are made from cows not treated with hormones and they are cheaper than organic milk.
The list is on the left and you can click on the food to see the reason.
http://www.prevention.com/tips/nutrition/7-foods-should-never-cross-your-lips

That's good to know about the popcorn. I do eat popcorn every night. I usually alternate between Smart Pop and my own (I just pop it in a brown paper bag in the micro) but I guess I'll be phasing out the Smart Pop now. Thanks.

carrie1128

Great idea for a thread. I read a while back an article about 7 foods that should never touch your lips and I've always remembered it. I'm sure some people won't agree but there are some easy substitutions that are worth it to me. I buy boxed tomatoes when not using fresh ones instead of canned and I bought an air popper to pop my own popcorn instead of microwave bags. Walmart and Target brand milk are made from cows not treated with hormones and they are cheaper than organic milk.
The list is on the left and you can click on the food to see the reason.
http://www.prevention.com/tips/nutrition/7-foods-should-never-cross-your-lips

That's good to know about the popcorn. I do eat popcorn every night. I usually alternate between Smart Pop and my own (I just pop it in a brown paper bag in the micro) but I guess I'll be phasing out the Smart Pop now. Thanks.

Yep, the brown paper bag is good in the microwave as well.

Twasney

In order to kick my soda crave I switched to drinking mineral water with a splash of lime. Its refreshing and another way to incorporate water.

i do that too! or i buy the raspberry/lime flavored sparkling water (the one WITHOUT any artificial sweetener)

I bought a SodaStream so I can make my own fuzzy water! Most of the time I don't add any flavoring. I know the carbonation isn't the best for me, but 1-2 liters a month isn't a huge amount.

Carbonation in and of itself is not bad for you at all and making your own fuzzy water from Soda Stream actually has tons of added benefits and none of the crap in bottled carbonated water (sodium, sugar etc)

Check out this article! http://nutritiondiva.quickanddirtytips.com/is-carbonation-bad-for-you.aspx

Take that fuzzy water and add fresh or fresh frozen (so no added sugar) berries or fruit and you are in for a YUMMY YUMMY Treat and great way to get in your water consumption for someone who is addicted to the bubbles. My nutritionist highly recommends the soda stream and I will be picking one up as soon as I am off this crap meds and I can actually stomach tasting carbonated beverages again!

Twasney

Great idea for a thread. I read a while back an article about 7 foods that should never touch your lips and I've always remembered it. I'm sure some people won't agree but there are some easy substitutions that are worth it to me. I buy boxed tomatoes when not using fresh ones instead of canned and I bought an air popper to pop my own popcorn instead of microwave bags. Walmart and Target brand milk are made from cows not treated with hormones and they are cheaper than organic milk.
The list is on the left and you can click on the food to see the reason.
http://www.prevention.com/tips/nutrition/7-foods-should-never-cross-your-lips

That's good to know about the popcorn. I do eat popcorn every night. I usually alternate between Smart Pop and my own (I just pop it in a brown paper bag in the micro) but I guess I'll be phasing out the Smart Pop now. Thanks.

OMG does the brown paper bag in the micro work????

Persian99

If you want to incorporate nuts into your diet but find them hard to digest, try soaking them in water. Raw walnuts soaked in water are particularly good.

carrie1128

Great idea for a thread. I read a while back an article about 7 foods that should never touch your lips and I've always remembered it. I'm sure some people won't agree but there are some easy substitutions that are worth it to me. I buy boxed tomatoes when not using fresh ones instead of canned and I bought an air popper to pop my own popcorn instead of microwave bags. Walmart and Target brand milk are made from cows not treated with hormones and they are cheaper than organic milk.
The list is on the left and you can click on the food to see the reason.
http://www.prevention.com/tips/nutrition/7-foods-should-never-cross-your-lips

That's good to know about the popcorn. I do eat popcorn every night. I usually alternate between Smart Pop and my own (I just pop it in a brown paper bag in the micro) but I guess I'll be phasing out the Smart Pop now. Thanks.

OMG does the brown paper bag in the micro work????

Yep, we've done it. You may need to experiment with the amount and times for your microwave. Also, fold it over and staple the bag. Yes, you can put a staple in the microwave (I did not believe it when I first read about this LOL).