I am a Chef who is into Nutrition and Fitness. Ask me anything...
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Well you certainly opened yourself up to a lot of questions
First off I love to cook although I am not a chef, just someone who enjoys food and experimenting. I've kept a lot of weight off for years by learning how to make my favorite foods lighter and healthier. With that said, the one thing I don't like is fish and I wish I did! When we make it to Northern Michigan I enjoy the white fish because it is light, flaky and not fishy tasting. I think that is my biggest problem with fish is that I just don't like that fishy flavor. What would be some other good types of fish that I might like? I know fresh makes a difference because the fish I get in Northern Michigan is caught fresh daily but fresh isn't always possible. Is there a better way to cook fish where I could cover up some of the fishy taste? Fish is so good for you and I want to in-cooperate it in to my diet. 0 -
The only time I cooked blowfish was when I was like 18 down the shore in NJ. The skin is so rubbery tough that it's hard to get through it with a standard knife. Once you get past it, the meat inside is like a lobster tail, but with more flavor. We grilled it with a butter and fresh herb baste. It came out amazing with a few minutes on high heat.
Asking chefs what their signature dish, or their favorite thing to cook is likely going to end up with rolled eyes. We cook everything, we enjoy everything, we don't hate any food. I've cooked everything from lamb's tongue, to skate, to sweetbreads, eel, and kidney. I love it all.0 -
runnerchick69 wrote: »Well you certainly opened yourself up to a lot of questions First off I love to cook although I am not a chef, just someone who enjoys food and experimenting. I've kept a lot of weight off for years by learning how to make my favorite foods lighter and healthier. With that said, the one thing I don't like is fish and I wish I did! When we make it to Northern Michigan I enjoy the white fish because it is light, flaky and not fishy tasting. I think that is my biggest problem with fish is that I just don't like that fishy flavor. What would be some other good types of fish that I might like? I know fresh makes a difference because the fish I get in Northern Michigan is caught fresh daily but fresh isn't always possible. Is there a better way to cook fish where I could cover up some of the fishy taste? Fish is so good for you and I want to in-cooperate it in to my diet.
Tough to avoid the fishy curse if your vendor is crap. Any frozen fish would likely be your best bet if that is the case. Shrimp, notably or other intact shellfish vs. a pre-filleted product.
Alternately, if your knife skills are decent, you could get a whole fresh fish and filet it yourself. There are youtube videos which make fileting easy. But you definitely need a sharp filet knife. More often than not, it is the blood line that is stinky... That dark gray, purple, bloody part of the salmon near the bones (if I can paint a picture). If that is not removed quickly, you will smell/taste it.0 -
First off great tread !
Soy products, good or bad ? More specifically meat substitutes ?0 -
CharlieRuns7225 wrote: »First off great tread !
Soy products, good or bad ? More specifically meat substitutes ?
I can't comment on this with scientific certainty, but from what I have read, soy increases estrogen and estrogen is bad for muscles. I'm all for variety in diet. But it's probably best not to rely on soy protein powder or a diet rich in soy, especially processed soy. So strive for variety.
With dieting, and almost everything in life... The truth is so simple. Once things get too complicated or insanely strict rules are established, the less fact it is likely based on, e.g. carbs after 9, fat is bad, carbs are bad, red meat, sodium, coffee, and cholesterol is bad.... It's all hocus pocus. Just about every diet guideline you have ever heard of is likely false.0 -
CharlieRuns7225 wrote: »First off great tread !
Soy products, good or bad ? More specifically meat substitutes ?
I can't comment on this with scientific certainty, but from what I have read, soy increases estrogen and estrogen is bad for muscles. I'm all for variety in diet. But it's probably best not to rely on soy protein powder or a diet primarily rich in soy, especially processed soy.
That's pretty much what my research was. Breast cancer ? How much is too much? I wish someone would do more research because there's a lot on market.0 -
Hey. I have another question I couldn't find a straight answer to...
If someone is NOT lactose intolerant, would drinking lactose free milk still be better for them? Is it something to consider, I mean, to avoid bloating or such?
Or would it be nonsense to pay more for it, being that there's no need?
Or would it be flat out worse for them for some nutritious reason?
Do you happen to know?? 0 -
SophiaSerrao wrote: »Hey. I have another question I couldn't find a straight answer to...
If someone is NOT lactose intolerant, would drinking lactose free milk still be better for them? Is it something to consider, I mean, to avoid bloating or such?
Or would it be nonsense to pay more for it, being that there's no need?
Or would it be flat out worse for them for some nutritious reason?
Do you happen to know??
If you are lactose intolerant and you enjoy dairy and milk, then drink lactose free milk or take a lactaid pill.
Simple.
If you are not lactose intolerant, then no.. It would not be healthier or more unhealthy per se. There is no benefit to avoiding dairy unless you are allergic or have a specific health condition.0 -
SophiaSerrao wrote: »Hey. I have another question I couldn't find a straight answer to...
If someone is NOT lactose intolerant, would drinking lactose free milk still be better for them? Is it something to consider, I mean, to avoid bloating or such?
Or would it be nonsense to pay more for it, being that there's no need?
Or would it be flat out worse for them for some nutritious reason?
Do you happen to know??
If you are lactose intolerant and you enjoy dairy and milk, then drink lactose free milk or take a lactaid pill.
Simple.
If you are not lactose intolerant, then no.. It would not be healthier or more unhealthy per se. There is no benefit to avoiding dairy unless you are allergic or have a specific health condition.
Right. I have absolutely no intention of avoiding dairy and I thank the stars above that I don't have to.
I just passed the lactose free milk in the aisles one fine day and thought "hey, maybe those are 'nicer' for the body" (I'm dead tired right now, my vocabulary is too). But then I read that that's not necessarily so... because of reasons (I don't recall the exact science behind it, I literally have one eye open right now I'm so sleepy). And your answer confirms my conclusion
Thnks! :flowerforyou: 0 -
Hi there!
What would you suggest would be a good way to keep hunger pangs at bay? i.e. what foods would you suggest to help me feel fuller for longer?
Thanks in advance 0 -
isulo_kura wrote: »
Actually it's per kilo of bodyweight not pounds. As a kilo is 2.2 pounds You're recommending probably double what most people need. This from a RDThe proper amount of protein is between 0.60 to 0.82 grams per 1 lb. bodyweight.
http://www.todaysdietitian.com/newarchives/060114p22.shtml
@isulo_kura I looked at your link because I've been trying to work out the correct amount of protein for myself... anyway just to let you know your source goes on to say the RDA you quoted is the bare minimum... "studies now suggest that the RDA may not be the amount of protein needed to promote optimal health. To achieve that, they say, more protein is needed, and studies now suggest that athletes, active people, and older individuals require even more."
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Is the black parts( burntish) bad for you when you roast vegetable? Toast bread & barbecue meats? carcinogenic? over frying onions, browning? All Tastes great, is this healthy or bad way of cooking? 0
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There is so many people pro meat eating & so many for just vegetable & fruit eating, so many totally against dairy.
Do people who only eat vegetables & fruit look healthier or not?
& those whole don't eat dairy do they look healthier or not?
& do meat eaters look healthier than the above 2?
What is the best & healthiest way to eat?0 -
Hi there!
What would you suggest would be a good way to keep hunger pangs at bay? i.e. what foods would you suggest to help me feel fuller for longer?
Thanks in advance
Hello,
Protein is the most satiating macronutrient, so any food high in protein would be the answer. However, if you find yourself snacking on small items throughout the day (vs. enjoying a typical sit down breakfast, lunch, & dinner), then your overall nutrition is probably lacking. In which case, you should learn to incorporate the specific nutrients need more of. Use MFP to determine how your daily macronutrient, micronutrient, and fiber intake look. Fill in those gaps with foods that help you to hit your goals. If you are very inconsistent with micronutrients, then a good multivitamin can help.
Appetite suppressants are also an option, but I would not rely on a regular, daily use of supplements to attain your goals. They are more beneficial for obese people who have an extremely difficult time curbing their typical appetites (not thin people who want to lose only 5-15 more lbs). Being in a caloric deficit will be the primary factor in losing weight for everyone. Essentially, eat less/move more.
I highly suggest you start here and not even look into a fat burner. You should first cover your essentials and let your diet do the work.
http://www.bodyrecomposition.com/fat...ss-part-1.html
http://www.bodyrecomposition.com/fat...ss-part-2.html
I highly suggest you read here regarding your diet:
http://www.bodyrecomposition.com/fat...ts-part-1.html
http://www.bodyrecomposition.com/fat...ts-part-2.html0 -
Is the black parts( burntish) bad for you when you roast vegetable? Toast bread & barbecue meats? carcinogenic? over frying onions, browning? All Tastes great, is this healthy or bad way of cooking?
I wouldn't intentionally burn food and then eat it. Great cooks use a variety of their senses, including sight, smell, feel, sound, and common sense in order to prevent undercooking, overcooking/burning, etc.
With that said, the charred end of a roast beef which has been slow cooking for 8 hours is quite delicious. Though I can't comment on the science of whether or not char is actually bad for you. Everything in moderation, I guess.0 -
There is so many people pro meat eating & so many for just vegetable & fruit eating, so many totally against dairy.
Do people who only eat vegetables & fruit look healthier or not?
& those whole don't eat dairy do they look healthier or not?
& do meat eaters look healthier than the above 2?
What is the best & healthiest way to eat?
I see you created a thread with these same questions. To help others, I will paste my response that I gave to you in that thread.
To achieve a healthy diet:
1. Stay within the ballpark of your macronutrient targets. Do not overeat.
2. Predominate your intake with a rich variety of whole and minimally refined foods.
3. Leave a minority of the diet open for indulgences (10-20% guideline). Do not abuse alcohol.
4. Ignore the rules of fad diets and stick with foods that fit your personal preference and tolerance.0 -
Hi there!
What would you suggest would be a good way to keep hunger pangs at bay? i.e. what foods would you suggest to help me feel fuller for longer?
Thanks in advance
Hello,
Protein is the most satiating macronutrient, so any food high in protein would be the answer. However, if you find yourself snacking on small items throughout the day (vs. enjoying a typical sit down breakfast, lunch, & dinner), then your overall nutrition is probably lacking. In which case, you should learn to incorporate the specific nutrients need more of. Use MFP to determine how your daily macronutrient, micronutrient, and fiber intake look. Fill in those gaps with foods that help you to hit your goals. If you are very inconsistent with micronutrients, then a good multivitamin can help.
Appetite suppressants are also an option, but I would not rely on a regular, daily use of supplements to attain your goals. They are more beneficial for obese people who have an extremely difficult time curbing their typical appetites (not thin people who want to lose only 5-15 more lbs). Being in a caloric deficit will be the primary factor in losing weight for everyone. Essentially, eat less/move more.
I highly suggest you start here and not even look into a fat burner. You should first cover your essentials and let your diet do the work.
http://www.bodyrecomposition.com/fat...ss-part-1.html
http://www.bodyrecomposition.com/fat...ss-part-2.html
I highly suggest you read here regarding your diet:
http://www.bodyrecomposition.com/fat...ts-part-1.html
http://www.bodyrecomposition.com/fat...ts-part-2.html
Hm, I wanted to read these , but they're all 404's it seems.
Can you provide the correct links?
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SophiaSerrao wrote: »Hm, I wanted to read these , but they're all 404's it seems.
Can you provide the correct links?
Sorry, Firefox and IExplorer don't like each other:
http://www.bodyrecomposition.com/fat-loss/exercise-and-weightfat-loss-part-1.html/
http://www.bodyrecomposition.com/fat-loss/exercise-and-weightfat-loss-part-2.html/
and
http://www.bodyrecomposition.com/fat-loss/the-fundamentals-of-fat-loss-diets-part-1.html/
http://www.bodyrecomposition.com/fat-loss/the-fundamentals-of-fat-loss-diets-part-2.html/0 -
Thanks for the chart. Also, any ideas for quick tasty veggies. I am finding myself eating the same dishes over and over. I have some really good ones, but I'd like something different. I love broccoli, zucchini, squash, spinach, brussel spouts, anything leafy green. I also love Asian, Indian, Mexican, anything spicy.0
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