Debate with partner

Not sure what would be unhealthy about it

Did she say WHY she thinks it is unhealthy?

Some people think (typically because of things they read) that sugar is "unhealthy" and since most of your smoothie is fruit, she probably assumes it's not healthy because of the sugar content. Which, in my opinion, if you aren't diabetic or pre-diabetic, sugar shouldn't be an issue. Adding spinach would definitely add nutrients, which would make it healthier, but I think you have to decide what your "definition" of healthy is.

I would say that your smoothie is not UNhealthy but not nearly as healthy as it could be (if that makes sense ) I would eliminate 1 fruit and add kale or spinach (or both!) and it will still taste very good and offer more nutrients.

Francl27 wrote: »

ana3067 wrote: »

"Healthy" is subjective. "Healthy" is also context-dependent. You aren't eating smoothies 24/7. You aren't eating chips 24/7. So a diet can be healthy while still consuming "bad" foods.

Your smoothie is fine. I would replace the hemp with protein powder and the milk with grek yogurt, but that's my personal preference. And I'd add in nutella or PB if needing a higher calorie smoothie.

Ditto. For me it wouldn't have enough protein, but I don't see what's unhealthy with it.

This. It wouldn't be a good meal for me, since it's basically just fruit, but if it fits your goals I don't see what's wrong with it.

You don't even live together and she is already telling you how to eat? careful.

mhills91 wrote: »

We are both trying to eat more healthy - living in a long distance relationship - and we are having a debate. She says that my smoothie is unhealthy:
- 1 cup Silk
- 1/3 cup Raspberry
- 1/3 cup Peach
- 1/3 cup Mango (If I don't have mango, I substitute in SunRype Slim Tropical Mango)
- few scoops of hemp hearts.

I'm thinking of maybe throwing some spinach in there too?

Why is it unhealthy in her opinion?
I don't think it is unhealthy. You can tweak it by adding spinach or something but it still isn't unhealthy if you don't change anything.
Does it fit your goals for the day?

mhills91 wrote: »

Unhealthy with the sugars from the fruit -- not sure whether she was trying to tease me or not (more than likely).

Thanks for all the suggestions! I think I'll probably scrap the mango and add some spinach or kale. Fruit is all frozen (best bang for my buck). Re Greek yoghurt, that's usually part of my lunch! As for the Hemp Hearts -- it's generally about a half a table spoon.

Re her telling me what to eat. She doesn't tell me what to eat -- it was a discussion about both of us trying to eat earlier and the comment was about the sugars in the fruit. We're both trying to eat more healthy and were giving each other a bit of a hard time.

Thanks for everyone's input! I'm trying to make changes one step at a time to eating healthier.

Well a lot of people manage to lose weight eating a lot of fruit. For me, they don't satiate me enough for the calories, so I have one serving every few days or something.

RodaRose wrote: »

If the Silk is soy milk and the hemp scoops are two tablespoons each, then the smoothie could potentially have 25-30 grams protein. Spinach would add more.

Agreed. Mine yesterday had 26 grams of protein from hemp, chia, flax, soy and spinach/kale.

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mhills91 wrote: »

Unhealthy with the sugars from the fruit -- not sure whether she was trying to tease me or not (more than likely).

Thanks for all the suggestions! I think I'll probably scrap the mango and add some spinach or kale. Fruit is all frozen (best bang for my buck). Re Greek yoghurt, that's usually part of my lunch! As for the Hemp Hearts -- it's generally about a half a table spoon.

Re her telling me what to eat. She doesn't tell me what to eat -- it was a discussion about both of us trying to eat earlier and the comment was about the sugars in the fruit. We're both trying to eat more healthy and were giving each other a bit of a hard time.

Thanks for everyone's input! I'm trying to make changes one step at a time to eating healthier.

She's wrong.

There is absolutely nothing wrong with the smoothie.
Taking a single meal out of context of an entire diet is a waste of time.
Eat variety, focus on lots of veg/fruits, watch calories and macros.

Overall, adding or deleting the mangos or kale doesn't make it healthier or not.
Each have their own macronutrient profile which will help provide overall nutrition in a balanced diet. The sugar in fruit isn't evil, it is an excellent energy source.

Your diary is not open so I am not sure how this fits in with what you are trying to accomplish. Your smoothie has 382 calories, 30 grams of carbs, 8 grams of fiber, and 16 grams of protein. I myself prefer more vegetables and less fruit but I would not call this unhealthy.

Awe...

I think it's wonderful that you guys both share a passion for health.

I was/am in a long distance relationship and have been since 7/2013.

We talk about food and carbs and sugar and work outs all the time. It's all good, we're both on the same page and all about supporting each other!

I'm so excited because he recently put his deposit in to move to my apartments 7/2015.

We are both very excited and there will be tons of workouts and healthy eating involved.

It's a wonderful common interest to pull each other together and promote good habits.

I don't know how many times I've been in the mood for junk food but knowing he was coming down for dinner I went to the store and made us something healthy.

In fact, that's probably the reason I didn't gain too much weight in the time I spent "off the bandwagon."

I look at it this way, am I a better person for it?

He almost had to twist my arm to get me into the dentist, so I guess I could pout around and say I shouldn't be with someone who is trying to control my lack of dental treatments, or I can see the forest for the trees and understand that I'm going to be much happier in the long run because I got the stupid dental treatments I didn't want to go get taken care of.

And I'm a better person for it.

Just like I'm/we're a better person for making slight dietary alterations when our partners inspire us.

Good luck on your romance!