what do you think about meat?

brenn24179 · May 2016

My vegan friend thinks it is easier to keep her weight down since she does not eat meat.

I think meat fills me up.

How about ya?

85Cardinals · May 2016

love me some meat, big steak and a baked potato that's all you need.

vikinglander · May 2016

I'm a Paleo follower from NYC, and I found out recently that I am directly descended from the Cro-Magnon mammoth hunters of Western Europe (via 23andMe.com), so yeah, I'm a meat eater. But I no longer eat it indiscriminately; it needs to be GOOD meat, like grass-fed beef, free range hormone-free chicken; plus I have a butcher here who gets me wild boar, elk, deer, antelope, caribou, pheasant, wild goose and duck...all free-range preserve raised.

Take a look at my profile and my diaries; I've lost almost 20 lbs. in 4 months, and I'm never hungry.

And...60 is the new 40!

MonkeyMel21 · May 2016

Nom.

bioklutz · May 2016

Hmmmmmmm meat. Better than donuts. Not as good as ice cream - but damn close.

CooCooPuff · May 2016

If I could afford it, I'd certainly buy ethically raised cuts of meat.

My inability to do so will not hinder the pleasure it brings me.

rsclause · May 2016

I don't eat as much as I use to mostly because I have added more fish. I have also reduced my portions too but I still love it. I use to get the biggest steak on the menu but now the 6 Oz in fine.

DonM46 · May 2016

I've spent almost all day cooking on the grill. Cooked 15 hamburgers, 6 kielbasa links, and while those were on the grill, I was smoking 6 lbs of country style pork ribs. Just HAD to sample some. The ribs should be ready in about an hour. Why so much? Getting ready to leave on a vacation trip & will take it with us to nibble on during the trip.
So, yeah, I like meat.

Christine_72 · May 2016

CooCooPuff wrote: »

If I could afford it, I'd certainly buy ethically raised cuts of meat.

My inability to do so will not hinder the pleasure it brings me.

Same here.

AnnPT77 · May 2016

Haven't eaten it (at least not intentionally) since 1974.

Got fat that way, stayed fat that way, lost weight that way.

I think eating meat (or not eating meat) is completely irrelevant to weight loss, and that everyone should eat anything legal that s/he finds tasty, nutritious, and satisfying.

Forty6and2 · May 2016

I thought the title was "What do you think about men" but I saw it was "meat" and I was like

"Lol, still applies."

Mavrick_RN · May 2016

Vegans always have an ulterior motive for their choice. Humans are omnivores and designed to eat both plants and animals.

I happen to love the taste and texture of meat. I hang an ornament of Saint Anthony, the Patron Saint of Bacon, on my Christmas tree every year.

Zom_bunny · May 2016

AnnPT77 wrote: »

Haven't eaten it (at least not intentionally) since 1974.

Got fat that way, stayed fat that way, lost weight that way.

I think eating meat (or not eating meat) is completely irrelevant to weight loss, and that everyone should eat anything legal that s/he finds tasty, nutritious, and satisfying.

I fully agree with this I eat vegan because I love animals and I absolutely hate the taste/texture of animal products . Its none of my business what other people eat .

PhilP0wer · May 2016

I'm a carnivore. Beef, pork, fish... I love it! And meat has never made me gain weight. As a matter of fact days I eat meat I end up with a lower calorie count. It's the processed foods and beer that got me.

AnvilHead · May 2016

I find meat very satiating/satisfying and I eat it (in one form or another) every day. Beef, pork, chicken, fish, shellfish, game meats...you name it, I love it.

AnnPT77 wrote: »

...I think eating meat (or not eating meat) is completely irrelevant to weight loss, and that everyone should eat anything legal that s/he finds tasty, nutritious, and satisfying.

Well said. I agree 100%.

amusedmonkey · May 2016

AnnPT77 wrote: »

Haven't eaten it (at least not intentionally) since 1974.

Got fat that way, stayed fat that way, lost weight that way.

I think eating meat (or not eating meat) is completely irrelevant to weight loss, and that everyone should eat anything legal that s/he finds tasty, nutritious, and satisfying.

Totally agree. Not a big fan of meat personally and very picky with meat dishes but have been eating more chicken lately to bump up my protein for fewer calories than vegetarian sources. Lost half my weight barely eating any meat and the other half with higher meat consumption. No difference.

bellabonbons · May 2016

I became a vegetarian 11 years ago with no regrets. My blood values are perfect and my protein is at a great level.

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jenilla1 · May 2016

I could take it or leave it. I really wouldn't care if I never had beef or pork again. They're OK, but not that great. I don't need meat. I DO eat a lot of birds and some fish, but I could live as a vegetarian. I don't think I could be a vegan, though, because I LOVE cheese and eggs are a great protein source, but I could definitely survive in a post-apocalyptic setting without any number of things I take for granted now.

gradchica27 · May 2016

I've been vegetarian for about 15 years. I can't say it helps or hurts weight loss-- can still eat tons of bread, pasta , and desserts if I choose to.

Cutting out cheese and milk might make it harder to eat calorie dense foods, but I'm confident it could be done. Plus overeating anything (nuts, anyone?) will lead to weight gain.

kommodevaran · May 2016

I think meat is delicious and an easy way to provide certain nutrients.

I think eating in a way that suits your preferences, lifestyle, beliefs, also can help you manage your weight, because you will tend to want to stick to your diet.

I know weight management is all about calories in - calories out.

stinkeye111 · May 2016

Mavrick_RN wrote: »

Vegans always have an ulterior motive for their choice. Humans are omnivores and designed to eat both plants and animals.

I happen to love the taste and texture of meat. I hang an ornament of Saint Anthony, the Patron Saint of Bacon, on my Christmas tree every year.

Hmmm... I'm not sure what you mean by ulterior motive???

southhamptonmike · May 2016

10 o/z rib eye with large Greek salad and some red wine is on the menu tonight. can't wait

fr33sia12 · May 2016

Eating meat has nothing to do with weight gain or loss. I don't eat most meat as I just can't afford the decent, ethically raised cuts of meat, that I want to eat, so don't bother with it at all.

amusedmonkey · May 2016

stinkeye111 wrote: »

Mavrick_RN wrote: »

Vegans always have an ulterior motive for their choice. Humans are omnivores and designed to eat both plants and animals.

I happen to love the taste and texture of meat. I hang an ornament of Saint Anthony, the Patron Saint of Bacon, on my Christmas tree every year.

Hmmm... I'm not sure what you mean by ulterior motive???

I think he means in many cases they have a reason other than weight loss or health for not eating meat, such as ethical concerns.

jrwms714 · May 2016

I'd agree that eating meat has nothing to do with weight loss. It is all about personal choice. I mostly eat fish, eggs, dairy. Gave up meat about a year ago and not for any political reasons or love of animals. Just didn't enjoy it any more and wanted my protein to come from other sources. I'm in the process of giving up chicken ... don't know why. It just no longer appeals to me. I am so into healthy healthy foods that meat just stopped calling to me. But there are plenty of meats that are less fatty and not so unhealthy. Research says it just depends on what kind, how much, and how often they are eaten to have a bad effect on the body. But that's true of anything you eat. To each his own. Let's just respect what others have chosen ... vegan, vegetarian, meat lovers ... we're all on maintenance here and we each got there by a route that worked for us.

stinkeye111 · May 2016

Well said - jrwms714 !

rankinsect · May 2016

Meat is definitely a key part of my diet. It's a great source of protein, particularly as I dislike some of the key plant sources of protein, and it's loaded with iron, B12, and other things I need. If you get lean meat, it's VERY filling for the amount of calories it has. Half a pound of lean ground beef is only about 300 calories, and if you make something with half a pound of meat, you're not going to be hungry again soon.

stinkeye111 · May 2016

I think he means in many cases they have a reason other than weight loss or health for not eating meat, such as ethical concerns.[/quote]

Hi Amusedmonkey - Maybe that is what Mavrick_RN meant----but I think obviously everyone has a reason or preference for eating or not eating certain things -- but I wouldn't call that an "ulterior motive"...just a personal choice.....like jrwms714 said.

brandnew222 · May 2016

Proteins are great to make you feel full but I actually find it easier to be full now that I'm vegetarian after a big bowl of veggies stir fry!

zoink66 · May 2016

I used to eat a lot of meat, but not so much over the past few years. I became more aware/concerned about the impact raising meat for consumption in the US has on the environment, plus the very real health considerations regarding added hormones in meat. I still eat it sometimes, but probably far less than the average American and I try to be picky about how the animal was raised and where it came from, if I can. Same with dairy and eggs. I still manage to low-carb.

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