5 Things never to eat

Good tips, but one of the biggest failures in dieting is treating it like you're depriving yourself. If you truly enjoy those foods, they are ok on rare occasion and in modest quantity. They're definitely not a regular part of a healthy diet, but if you compeletely black ball them you're more likely to fail in the long run because of the sense of depriving yourself.

Last week I found myself severely tempted late in the evening by the cinnamon rolls I made for the family. I debated if it was truly a nutrition craving for carbs (sugar) or if I just wanted to eat them out of boredom or emotions. After 1/2 an hour, I decided to eat a fat free pudding cup. Two hours later the craving was still there for the carb-loaded sugary confection so I relented and ate it, making up for the calories by exercise.

Some of the healthy alternatives out there today work well for the "do not eat" foods, too. For instance, try a whole grain flat bread or pita instead of actual bread, or experiment with the different loaves out there. I've become a label reader in that department, but have also learned that usually the bread I find that's healthier doesn't last as long as white bread and will quickly get moldy.

My personal favorite for salad dressing is Kraft Fat Free Zesty Italian. It has a zip to it that keeps the salad interesting and is low calorie. As for the sugar, I don't add sugar to anything and gave up drinking soda altogether, but I've heard a lot of good things about Truvia.

I agree except for that word "never".
How about 5 foods in extreme moderation?

There is nothing I am willing to just give up totally. Forget that.

totally agree with this :happy:


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Funny how I've made a lot of those changes...
Brown rice is way tastier than white, so that was an easy change. White bread and white sugar have the same problem, they've been bleached. I've started using Ezekiel bread, it's really tasty! A little pricey, but worth it. However, I've found I have a sensitivity to yeast, so I can't use it often. I use stevia for a sweetener, organic and unbleached of course. I can't completely give up my creamy dressings, but I thin them with vinegar or water so that they spread farther and I use less. As for fried food, it's a weakness. Nothing tastes like it. But I try to limit it to once or twice a month now.

Never is a strong word. Use with extreme caution is more appropriate, I think!

I really don't agree, I have eaten white rice from time to time and have still lost weight. I guess it really depends on the person to be honest.

I'll never deprive myself to the things I enjoy...you just gotta have self control and not over indulge!!

Brown rice and whole wheat pasta may require "mind over matter" for some when first using it. I like to cook both in all or part chicken, beef or vegetable stock. Really adds a nice layer of flavor (to complement whatever else you're serving), and makes the transition easier. As others have mentioned, the nutty flavor is great, and it really grows on you! I can eat brown rice alone, whereas I find it hard to do that with white rice, which I see only as a vehicle for something else...

I agree except for that word "never".
How about 5 foods in extreme moderation?

There is nothing I am willing to just give up totally. Forget that.

Cutting foods completely is the fastest road to failure (at least for me).

I made mexican rice with brown basmati the other day and it's really good.

I also eat Barilla Plus brand pasta. It's multi-grain but you can't really tell. Give it a try.

I agree except for that word "never".
How about 5 foods in extreme moderation?

There is nothing I am willing to just give up totally. Forget that.

I agree with this. Moderation is always the key. Once you say no you are setting yourself up for failure. But that is me. Everyone is different!