lean cuisine

So far I've been eating them once a day for lunch usually and having regular supper....I'm finding it pretty darn easy, because they taste so good!
Most of them have lower sodium, just make sure to keep below the recommended sodium amount (I think its something like 2400 mg's per day).......=o)))

First week I lost 7 lbs....but that was a lot of water weight I believe.

Yes, I eat those and Smart One's almost every day! Stock up on them when they are on sale!!!! I don't think the sodium is too bad compared to others either...

^Exactly.
Compared to some choices we could be making, the sodium isn't that bad, and so long as you stay under the daily amount I don't see the problem at all.
Today for example, one I had for lunch only had 240 calories and 5g's of fat...I think that's pretty good for a filling lunch! lol

So long as you do some low cal snacks and then have a good sensible supper, I think you'll do great! =o)

I usually eat one for lunch 5 days a week because I have a very short lunch break. Calories range from 170 to 300. I don't eat much sodium food otherwise so I don't worry about it. I average about 700mg out of the daily maximum 2500mg (for me). I really like the variety compared to others, but occasionally I will get Healthy Choice as well. I read somewhere that Lean Cuisine has less fat and Healthy Choice has less sodium. I don't know how true that is or not. Definitely stock up on them on sale if you decide you like them!! I usually add a piece of fruit to round out the meal.

Check out the sodium content and watch out that is the trick to loosing weight too. No retaining water!!!

Lean cuisines are really good- the sesame chicken is awesome. Anyway...we have them for dinner every once in awhile when we need something quick and easy. They are pretty low in sodium compared to other preppared foods and frozen meals so I think they are a good choice.

I think the trick is in the portion size- they are a moderate amount of food, but because they have a bit of fat in them they actually keep you full! I usually make a great big green salad, dressed with a teaspoon of olive oil, fresh garlic, and lemon when I eat a frozen meal so that I am getting some healthy fresh veggies along with it.
I find them very satisfying and great in a pinch.

I just had the panini for lunch, soooo good, you put it on a toast thing in the microwave but it tastes great, chicken and mushroom on some flat bread. I recommend it to anyone and it is 280 calories for two slices, not bad.

I looove the mushroom, cheddar & steak panini!!
But I have to take out the mushrooms... *ick*


~Joanna:flowerforyou:

I'm not a big fan; I find I always feel sluggish and thirsty after I eat them. Most have a lot of sodium. I'm a huge fan of Amy's Organics frozen entrees. I've never had better frozen food, and good for you, too.

I practically live off her veggie burgers and burritos.

I just bought some that were on sale too - and I think that as low calorie as they are they would be a great way to gain portion control or just make your life easier for a while - so long as you didn't get sick of microwaving every meal

they are yummy, though!

I have been eating Lean Cuisine, Health Choice and WW Smart Ones for lunch, 5 days a week, since August 17th and have now lost 12+ pounds. At first I was eating ones that had around 300 calories but then made the change and do not purchase any over 250 calories. It has been working great for me! It's convienent, inexpensive and portion controlled! My favorie right now is the Lean Cuisine Glazed Turkey Tenderloin with whipped Sweet Potatos and Dressing (with cranberries). Yum-O! It has been working so well I will be going to them 7 days a week starting this weekend. For my weekend lunches I will allow myself to purchase the pizzas etc. that have a few more calories, but will stay at 250 or below Mon-Fri.