I'M TIRED OF DON'Ts
auntiebabs
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Okay, I'm tired of what I can't eat and want to focus more on the nutritional benefits of food.
Do me a favor and list a food its health benefit(s)
Do me a favor and list a food its health benefit(s)
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All food. Benefits? Life.0
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avocado: Monounsaturated Fats — These types of fats help control triglycerides in the bloodstream, lower blood cholesterol and control diabetes.
Phytonutrient compound found in avocados, such as polyphenols and flavonoids have been found to have anti-inflammatory properties, thereby reducing the risk of inflammatory and degenerative disorders.0 -
Well it's all a matter of perspective, isn't it? For instance, I don't think "I CAN'T have McDonalds french fries", I think "Wow, I get to eat something way healthier!"
It's the difference between feeling *forced* to doing something you DON'T want to do, and making a *choice* and WANTING to do it. Just remind yourself of the positive effects of your choice rather than what you're giving up.0 -
Yeah, it's getting pretty old tonight. :yawn: I think avocado is the only food that hasn't been labeled dirty, scary, junk or evil, too bad it's so disgusting. :laugh:0
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Well it's all a matter of perspective, isn't it? For instance, I don't think "I CAN'T have McDonalds french fries", I think "Wow, I get to eat something way healthier!"
It's the difference between feeling *forced* to doing something you DON'T want to do, and making a *choice* and WANTING to do it. Just remind yourself of the positive effects of your choice rather than what you're giving up.
that's the idea... Just looking for some new nutrtionally dense foods.
Turns out I really enjoy healthy foods. I just want to get better at balancing my nutrition.
I also find that eating healthier foods it reduces cravings0 -
its harder if you have a dont list. it just makes you want them all
do cut down on certain items
do your excercises
i think that is easier to work with0 -
its harder if you have a dont list. it just makes you want them all
do cut down on certain items
do your excercises
i think that is easier to work with
I don't want a don't list... I want a DO list0 -
If you don't have a don't list, you don't need a do list.:laugh: Enjoy what you like in moderation. :drinker:its harder if you have a dont list. it just makes you want them all
do cut down on certain items
do your excercises
i think that is easier to work with
I don't want a DON'T LIST... I want a DO LIST
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A do list.
Capsicum, tomatoes, cucumber, broccoli, cauliflower, cabbage, carrots, any other vege - because they're crunchy, yummy, fill you up and are full of vitamins.
Potatoes, kumara, sweet potatoes, yams, nz yams, pumpkin, taro, parsnips, beetroot, onions - because if God hadn't meant you to eat roast veges, he wouldn't have invented cooking oil.
Jubes, jellies - because your fingernails will love you.
Sugar because it tastes good.
Fat because it tastes good.
Protein because it tastes good and fills you up.
Bananas cos they're long and yellow.
Oranges because they're juicy and sweet.
How long do you want this list?0 -
Sounds like you already are focusing too much on what the forum is telling you to do instead doing what is actually right for you to do.0
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A do list.
Capsicum, tomatoes, cucumber, broccoli, cauliflower, cabbage, carrots, any other vege - because they're crunchy, yummy, fill you up and are full of vitamins.
Potatoes, kumara, sweet potatoes, yams, nz yams, pumpkin, taro, parsnips, beetroot, onions - because if God hadn't meant you to eat roast veges, he wouldn't have invented cooking oil.
Jubes, jellies - because your fingernails will love you.
Sugar because it tastes good.
Fat because it tastes good.
Protein because it tastes good and fills you up.
Bananas cos they're long and yellow.
Oranges because they're juicy and sweet.
How long do you want this list?
Yep, I'm going to eat sugar because it tastes good, but that's not a nutritional benefit.
And yes fats taste good, but they are also great for brain function, your nervous system and fighting depression.
Bananas :sad: I am allergic to them
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A do list.
Capsicum, tomatoes, cucumber, broccoli, cauliflower, cabbage, carrots, any other vege - because they're crunchy, yummy, fill you up and are full of vitamins.
Potatoes, kumara, sweet potatoes, yams, nz yams, pumpkin, taro, parsnips, beetroot, onions - because if God hadn't meant you to eat roast veges, he wouldn't have invented cooking oil.
Jubes, jellies - because your fingernails will love you.
Sugar because it tastes good.
Fat because it tastes good.
Protein because it tastes good and fills you up.
Bananas cos they're long and yellow.
Oranges because they're juicy and sweet.
How long do you want this list?
Yep, I'm going to eat sugar because it tastes good, but that's not a nutritional benefit.
And yes fats taste good, but they are also great for brain function, your nervous system and fighting depression.
Bananas :sad: I am allergic to them
Robbed!
NB: eating tasty tasty sugar coated jubes is very good for your brain function. It makes brain HAPPY.
haha. I don't remember the OP saying the list of do's had to be good for you. All things in moderation. ;P0 -
Spinach, green beans, kale, collard greens, onions, mushroom and controlled (limited) quantities of nuts and seeds.0
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A do list.
Capsicum, tomatoes, cucumber, broccoli, cauliflower, cabbage, carrots, any other vege - because they're crunchy, yummy, fill you up and are full of vitamins.
Potatoes, kumara, sweet potatoes, yams, nz yams, pumpkin, taro, parsnips, beetroot, onions - because if God hadn't meant you to eat roast veges, he wouldn't have invented cooking oil.
Jubes, jellies - because your fingernails will love you.
Sugar because it tastes good.
Fat because it tastes good.
Protein because it tastes good and fills you up.
Bananas cos they're long and yellow.
Oranges because they're juicy and sweet.
How long do you want this list?
Yep, I'm going to eat sugar because it tastes good, but that's not a nutritional benefit.
And yes fats taste good, but they are also great for brain function, your nervous system and fighting depression.
Bananas :sad: I am allergic to them
Robbed!
NB: eating tasty tasty sugar coated jubes is very good for your brain function. It makes brain HAPPY.
haha. I don't remember the OP saying the list of do's had to be good for you. All things in moderation. ;P
Ha! I am the OP...Okay, I'm tired of what I can't eat and want to focus more on the nutritional benefits of food.
Do me a favor and list a food its health benefit(s)0 -
A do list.
Capsicum, tomatoes, cucumber, broccoli, cauliflower, cabbage, carrots, any other vege - because they're crunchy, yummy, fill you up and are full of vitamins.
Potatoes, kumara, sweet potatoes, yams, nz yams, pumpkin, taro, parsnips, beetroot, onions - because if God hadn't meant you to eat roast veges, he wouldn't have invented cooking oil.
Jubes, jellies - because your fingernails will love you.
Sugar because it tastes good.
Fat because it tastes good.
Protein because it tastes good and fills you up.
Bananas cos they're long and yellow.
Oranges because they're juicy and sweet.
How long do you want this list?
Yep, I'm going to eat sugar because it tastes good, but that's not a nutritional benefit.
And yes fats taste good, but they are also great for brain function, your nervous system and fighting depression.
Bananas :sad: I am allergic to them
Robbed!
NB: eating tasty tasty sugar coated jubes is very good for your brain function. It makes brain HAPPY.
haha. I don't remember the OP saying the list of do's had to be good for you. All things in moderation. ;P
Ha! I am the OP...Okay, I'm tired of what I can't eat and want to focus more on the nutritional benefits of food.
Do me a favor and list a food its health benefit(s)
Och! Spoilsport!
Well okay: sugar is used by your brain. So there. It's useful stuff. What are you eating to start with?0 -
Fruit! Fruit all day long
And nuts in moderation (just because of the high calories). If you don't eat those two categories often, eat more of 'em. They are wonderful! Canned fruits are OK, so it's really simple to get them. Try some apricots. Yum.
[Can you tell I started a backyard orchard of fruits and nuts, lol? I swear sometimes I wish that's all humans had to eat to be well. Well, maybe cheese and chocolate, too ] 0 -
All food is good. Some foods are better eaten in moderation. Eat mostly things you like to eat, just eat them "mindfully" with consideration for which foods you can pretty much eat all you want (like "greens") and which things you might want to save for an occasional treat for when you have "calories to spare", like cake or jelly donuts. (try things you don't think you'll like that you think might be good for you from time to time - you might change the way you feel about them - I always hated "candied" sweet potatoes, but have found I like sweet potatoes baked or microwaved with just a dab of butter and no "sugar"). I sometimes choose one thing over another to better balance my macros - something high in protein if I'm low there and pushing my carb total, something high in carbs if I'm already at the point I've set for protein or getting close.0
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Okay, here is my starting point and was basically looking to expand on this to add more variety
Och! Spoilsport!
Ha! I am the OP...
Robbed!
Yep, I'm going to eat sugar because it tastes good, but that's not a nutritional benefit.A do list.
Capsicum, tomatoes, cucumber, broccoli, cauliflower, cabbage, carrots, any other vege - because they're crunchy, yummy, fill you up and are full of vitamins.
Potatoes, kumara, sweet potatoes, yams, nz yams, pumpkin, taro, parsnips, beetroot, onions - because if God hadn't meant you to eat roast veges, he wouldn't have invented cooking oil.
Jubes, jellies - because your fingernails will love you.
Sugar because it tastes good.
Fat because it tastes good.
Protein because it tastes good and fills you up.
Bananas cos they're long and yellow.
Oranges because they're juicy and sweet.
How long do you want this list?
And yes fats taste good, but they are also great for brain function, your nervous system and fighting depression.
Bananas :sad: I am allergic to them
NB: eating tasty tasty sugar coated jubes is very good for your brain function. It makes brain HAPPY.
haha. I don't remember the OP saying the list of do's had to be good for you. All things in moderation. ;POkay, I'm tired of what I can't eat and want to focus more on the nutritional benefits of food.
Do me a favor and list a food its health benefit(s)
Well okay: sugar is used by your brain. So there. It's useful stuff. What are you eating to start with?
Salmon - Omega 3s and healthy fats Good for heart health, brain function and anti-depression
Avocaodos - MUFAs & PUFAs healthy fats Good for heart health, brain function and anti-depression
Oatmeal - Complex Carbs Fibers good for maintaining healthy cholesterol levels
Nuts and Seed - healthy fats Good for heart health, brain function and anti-depression
Blueberries - Anti-oxidents helps fight cancer
BlackTea/Geen Tea - Anti-oxidents helps fight cancer
Ginger - Good at combating arthritis
Tumeric - Good at combating arthritis
MIllet - Complex Carb High in Potassium good for healthy blood pressure (counter acts sodium) Good protein content as well
Sardines - High in Calcium Good for health bones and muscle relaxation Omega 3s and healthy fats Good for heart health, brain function and anti-depression
Garlic - Anti-bacterial properties.
It's really this sort of list I was looking to expand
BTW Allregic to: -Licorice, Anise, fennel, etc -Tofu, -Bananas, -Wine, and more...0 -
The nuts have great minerals, too. Even peanuts.
For meat eaters, shellfish also have nice minerals that can be hard to get in food.
Beans help glucose/insulin levels and are packed with vitamins and have good protein levels. If you don't like regular American bean types, try lentils if you never have. Or hummus! Falafel rocks, too.0 -
The nuts have great minerals, too. Even peanuts.
For meat eaters, shellfish also have nice minerals that can be hard to get in food.
Beans help glucose/insulin levels and are packed with vitamins and have good protein levels. If you don't like regular American bean types, try lentils if you never have. Or hummus! Falafel rocks, too.
THANK YOU SO MUCH :flowerforyou: :flowerforyou: :flowerforyou: :flowerforyou: :flowerforyou:0 -
You seem to have a very narrow diet. You could definitely broaden it out.
Lean beef and lamb are fine sources of protein. So is chicken. Salmon isn't your only choice, and there are many other fishes that are delicious and good for you too.
Carbohydrates aren't bad: potatoes are full of vitamin c, wheat is full of protein. the things that people have eaten for thousands of years are often efficient providers of nutrients. EG wheat products. Wheat has got a bad rap recently, but unless you have a genuine intolerance it's a good source of vitamins and protein besides carbohydrates. And you can buy ancient grains, too.
I've heard turmeric, seaweed and green tea are good antidepressants. a low sugar diet can be helpful for anxiety too.
All fruits are healthy fruits. I eat a bit of dried mango. Less vitamins than say an orange, but delicious, chewy and a nice 'lolly' - and still have fibre. Prunes are wonderful things for you too.
Yeast is very good for you. Had you thought of making your own bread using ancient grains and yeast? You can put a lot of kibbled grains in there too. Kibbled grains are chopped up grains eg rye or even maize, that you boil for a few minutes, allow to cool, and then add to your breads for texture and health benefits.
You can add molasses, wheatgerm, all sorts of things to your own home-made breads that make them worth having.
Your average salad doings are great - as is cheese and of course eggs. I make salads for lunch containing eggs, a bit of smoked chicken, a bit of cheese, grated carrot, chopped capsicum and whatever lettuce is available. I use full fat mayonnaise as I prefer not to use altered foods, eg 'low fat' this or that, but I just don't use much of it.
Daal is great, as is hummus, and pesto is out of this world (high in calories though).
What about going on an explore through the supermarket? And also - hunt through people's diaries. Some eat terrifying food but others eat really healthy, delicious stuff. I'm learning a lot looking at people's diaries.0 -
You seem to have a very narrow diet. You could definitely broaden it out.
Lean beef and lamb are fine sources of protein. So is chicken. Salmon isn't your only choice, and there are many other fishes that are delicious and good for you too.
Carbohydrates aren't bad: potatoes are full of vitamin c, wheat is full of protein. the things that people have eaten for thousands of years are often efficient providers of nutrients. EG wheat products. Wheat has got a bad rap recently, but unless you have a genuine intolerance it's a good source of vitamins and protein besides carbohydrates. And you can buy ancient grains, too.
I've heard turmeric, seaweed and green tea are good antidepressants. a low sugar diet can be helpful for anxiety too.
All fruits are healthy fruits. I eat a bit of dried mango. Less vitamins than say an orange, but delicious, chewy and a nice 'lolly' - and still have fibre. Prunes are wonderful things for you too.
Yeast is very good for you. Had you thought of making your own bread using ancient grains and yeast? You can put a lot of kibbled grains in there too. Kibbled grains are chopped up grains eg rye or even maize, that you boil for a few minutes, allow to cool, and then add to your breads for texture and health benefits.
You can add molasses, wheatgerm, all sorts of things to your own home-made breads that make them worth having.
Your average salad doings are great - as is cheese and of course eggs. I make salads for lunch containing eggs, a bit of smoked chicken, a bit of cheese, grated carrot, chopped capsicum and whatever lettuce is available. I use full fat mayonnaise as I prefer not to use altered foods, eg 'low fat' this or that, but I just don't use much of it.
Daal is great, as is hummus, and pesto is out of this world (high in calories though).
What about going on an explore through the supermarket? And also - hunt through people's diaries. Some eat terrifying food but others eat really healthy, delicious stuff. I'm learning a lot looking at people's diaries.
Oh I just had seaweed tonight, I forgot to include that in the list I know it has idodine, good for thyroid function
I also eat hijike and sh!take I think of them as "real food" , but I don't know exactly what their health benefits are.
I do love my carbs (a little to much maybe) I am trying to shift away from simple carbs to more complex carbs or actually carbs in their natural state (I tned toward sweet potatoes,but white potato also have a good amount of potassium)
Never heard of kibbled grains. I have to look into that. Haven't made homemade bread, but I do have a recipe for it on my fridge, right now.
I've recently discovered farina and love it because it keeps me full for so long on a very reasonable amount of calories... I know it's a good source of protein. but expect there are other benefit to farina that I'm not aware of.
I sort of went on a hummus kick and hummused myself out, but I've never tried Daal... that's going to go on the list.
Thanks for respond with the benefits of what you've recommended:flowerforyou: :flowerforyou: :flowerforyou: :flowerforyou: :flowerforyou:0 -
Ha! I've been hummused out before, too. That's funny 0
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My way of dealing with cravings is a good amount of protein intake. I consume cottage cheese (low fat, high protein), yogurt, chicken, salmon, ground lean beef, lentils, beans and such. As far as I have at least 20-30 grams of protein per meal, I am good to go.0
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