I lost 19 lbs eating pasta!! Please read, & share… thought
karmelkutie310
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okay so I feel the need to share this info!! Lol I love this japanese pasta and I really want everyone on here calore counting, carb counting, or missing their pasta to read this and share. I LOVE PASTA. And now I can eat it! 
I wont state any brands because Im not trying to endorse anyone I buy this all myself but a simple google search will tell you all you need to know! Good luck everyone!
I really feel that this is the best thing since sliced bread… lol I really have to upload some pics of all the great things I prepare!! Basically what I used to call them are “glass noodles†growing up, before I knew the health benefits.. they are FULL of fiber, keep me soo full and can be substituted in any pasta dish!
They are great for diabetics, morbitly obese people, etc. They are all natural made from some type of japanese root. And they are ZERO calories. I use them to stretch out everything it’s really how I’ve been losing weight so far!
You should youtube, or do a google search. They are also refered to as miracle noodes. I used to eat these as a child and in my teens, but never really factored in the health benefits. I hope this helps somebody! Again they are 100% natural and have been around for AGES, and they are most commonly refered to as “SHIRATAKI†noodles… (look for em at Whole Foods, or your local Japanese market) has anyone tried them? What are your stories? Please share or ask Q’s! We can help eachother out !
I wont state any brands because Im not trying to endorse anyone I buy this all myself but a simple google search will tell you all you need to know! Good luck everyone!I really feel that this is the best thing since sliced bread… lol I really have to upload some pics of all the great things I prepare!! Basically what I used to call them are “glass noodles†growing up, before I knew the health benefits.. they are FULL of fiber, keep me soo full and can be substituted in any pasta dish!
They are great for diabetics, morbitly obese people, etc. They are all natural made from some type of japanese root. And they are ZERO calories. I use them to stretch out everything it’s really how I’ve been losing weight so far!
You should youtube, or do a google search. They are also refered to as miracle noodes. I used to eat these as a child and in my teens, but never really factored in the health benefits. I hope this helps somebody! Again they are 100% natural and have been around for AGES, and they are most commonly refered to as “SHIRATAKI†noodles… (look for em at Whole Foods, or your local Japanese market) has anyone tried them? What are your stories? Please share or ask Q’s! We can help eachother out ! 0
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wow im going to get some tomorrow!!!!
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Hmm I just googled them.. what an awesome supplement to pasta. I am going to pick some up this week at our local asian supermarket and try it out!0
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Wow, sounds like something I can enjoy. I will keep my eyes open the next time I go to Whole Foods.0
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Funny, I was just looking at these online 2 days ago. Tempted, but want to find them locally before I buy online.0
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I eat carbs like crazy including pasta. Regular italian pasta. Moderation, moderation, moderation.0
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woooah awesome! thanks for the heads up, girly!0
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Love them, I've eaten them at events at my Japanese coworkers homes.
I had no idea they were a healthier alternative to regular pasta... awesome!0 -
I am very interested too, thanks for the information 0
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Someone on another thread was talking about these and mentioned they have a funky smell...do you have this issue?0
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Thanks for the info! I will be looking for them Can't wait!!! Oh and congrats on your loss that's wonderful! 0
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good to know! Searching now 0
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Those of you with food 'texture' issues may not like these. I bought two bags once and had to throw one away. They are more 'rubbery' than regular pasta and even though I never thought myself to have an issue with food texture, these just made me want to barf. But to each their own!0
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I recently started eating these within the last year, and they really are pretty awesome!!! Now that I am used to them, I dont even want regular pasta any longer!
They do have a funky smell, but there are ways to make it not so strong, and once they are cooked, they don't smell at all!0 -
If I want pasta, I eat pasta! And fit it in to my calories for the day
Think about it, have you ever seen Japanese eat pasta??? It's not a substitute for pasta, it's actually a noodle and is delicious in soups and stir-fry. But it does have a fishy smell.
Spaghetti squash is probably a better pasta substitute, not this!0 -
I've tried it and the texture is revolting. Kind of like eating thick skinned worms. I'd rather eat real pasta and just work it into my calories for the day.0
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If I want pasta, I eat pasta! And fit it in to my calories for the day
^ I like this method too.0 -
I've lost 20 pounds eating pasta! and beer! and ice cream! I fit the foods I like in my calories and macros.0
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I eat spelt pasta. Sorry as an Italian i cant down shirataki noodles with my tomato sauce. I bought them and tried them the first time with success...thought they were good as an asian dish. The next time i made them i couldnt chew the damn things, one was yam one was regular potato. The regular potato almost killed me cause i kinda choked on it. I havent found a good way to prepare them yet.... Dry frying smoked up my whole house. They are just okay... Still prefer spelt pasta, worth the calories.0
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I'm not so sure that Shiritaki noodles count as pasta. Just like spaghetti squash is not actually spaghetti.0
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I understand that they taste like ****. What fun is that?0
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Wow, sounds like something I can enjoy. I will keep my eyes open the next time I go to Whole Foods.
They def have them!! Dont let them say they dont.. lol they carry the “house food†or “miracle noodle†and they are in the fridge section by the tofu… they dont come dry!! They come packaged in water and you have to rinse them well…but after you toss them in anything they take on the flavor!! Glad you guys wanna try it it help me lose 19 lbs and counting so far!! 0 -
Thanks for the info! I will be looking for them Can't wait!!! Oh and congrats on your loss that's wonderful!
Thanks for being positive, I just wanted to share what worked for me!! Dont see why people wanna come on and bash others for what works for them… if you eat regular pasta GOOD FOR YOU… just carry on. I eat these and LOVE em, and they are helping me shed weight fast!! Being positive and helpful and sharing my story..0 -
I tried the shirataki noodles b/c I love pasta and was hoping for a decent substitute, they were awful. They are CHEWY. It is gross. They are probably good in dishes like stir fry but they are so not a good sub for Italian style pasta dishes. I do not even have a sense of smell (seriously, nothing) so I had o issues with any odors like other people might, I just absolutely could to deal with the texture. Blah. These days it I want pasta, I just weigh it out and have a proper portion and make sure that it works I to my daily goal. I just can't make myself eat that stuff again. If you like it though that is great that it works for you, I'm sure all of us have things we like that others don't like and can't understand, so hey whatever works for you. :-)0
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Keep in mind -- no food will help you lose weight. A calorie deficit will.
Thanks for being positive, I just wanted to share what worked for me!! Dont see why people wanna come on and bash others for what works for them… if you eat regular pasta GOOD FOR YOU… just carry on. I eat these and LOVE em, and they are helping me shed weight fast!! Being positive and helpful and sharing my story..Thanks for the info! I will be looking for them Can't wait!!! Oh and congrats on your loss that's wonderful!0 -
Keep in mind -- no food will help you lose weight. A calorie deficit will.
Thanks for being positive, I just wanted to share what worked for me!! Dont see why people wanna come on and bash others for what works for them… if you eat regular pasta GOOD FOR YOU… just carry on. I eat these and LOVE em, and they are helping me shed weight fast!! Being positive and helpful and sharing my story..Thanks for the info! I will be looking for them Can't wait!!! Oh and congrats on your loss that's wonderful!
true!! Well than they are helping w. my deficit 0 -
I tried the shirataki noodles b/c I love pasta and was hoping for a decent substitute, they were awful. They are CHEWY. It is gross. They are probably good in dishes like stir fry but they are so not a good sub for Italian style pasta dishes. I do not even have a sense of smell (seriously, nothing) so I had o issues with any odors like other people might, I just absolutely could to deal with the texture. Blah. These days it I want pasta, I just weigh it out and have a proper portion and make sure that it works I to my daily goal. I just can't make myself eat that stuff again. If you like it though that is great that it works for you, I'm sure all of us have things we like that others don't like and can't understand, so hey whatever works for you. :-)
thanx for your feedback!! And to each his own… the tofu ones for me are DISGUSTING but I have always ate “glass noodles†growing up and I really enjoy these. They work perfectly fine for me in Italian dishes I use the angel hair ones cut them four ways and boil for 20 mins … they get sooo much softer and I usually sautee them in a lil olive oil and throw in a little butter and shrimp. With some parmesan cheese on top I can barely tell the difference! I actually prefer these, they feel so guilt free & I love it again everything isnt for everybody. I hope someone will have as much success as I have had! 0 -
If I want pasta, I eat pasta! And fit it in to my calories for the day
Think about it, have you ever seen Japanese eat pasta??? It's not a substitute for pasta, it's actually a noodle and is delicious in soups and stir-fry. But it does have a fishy smell.
Spaghetti squash is probably a better pasta substitute, not this!
hmmm I have never tried spaghetti squash, I might have to look into it. Thanks for the feedback!0 -
I first heard about this pasta on Dr.Oz I said I was going to try them.I usually like anything thats healthy and going to help me. Different strokes fod different folks.Thanks for sharing.Bring on some more ideas.:flowerforyou:0
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LOL I live in Asia and I've seen glass noodles practically everywhere, I haven't had any because in the dishes they will usually add meat, and Jap chae looks too much like Chop suey without the great flavour, but I suppose if it really is better for you I will try it the next time I'm offered the vegetable version.
I always forget why pasta is bad for you (well not bad, but its not considered diet food) I mean I thought its how you prepare something that determines the health benefits (the obvious junk foods aside).0 -
Congrats on your weight loss! I don't understand all the haters on here...sorry you were trying to help people and received all this negative feedback (aside from the people just saying they plain don't like them)!! I know I can't have regular pasta - one cup turns into 1/2 a pound - which is why people (like me and probably you) look for alternatives to pasta! Duh!! We all need to do what works for us. I've seen other people recommend these noodles, I'm going to have to look them up.
If you haven't had spaghetti squash, definitely try it!!! It's more calories than the shirataki noodles but still far less than regular pasta. I can eat a half a spaghetti squash baked with the cavity filled with mozzerella and sauce for 300 calories!! It tastes just like an indulgent baked pasta dish AND I'm getting the health benefits of eating squash rather than just processed bleached flour. Plus it helps with my giant appetite - I can eat like a man twice my weight!! :laugh:0
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