i'm going to eat like a pig

Oink oink!!:laugh:

Congratulations on planning. Working out ahead of your calorie consumption will help you enjoy your treat without guilt. Hope everything is yummy!!

I'm glad you've planned ahead, a diet shouldn't make you feel like you can never eat something again. But just so your aware, red meat is awful for you for so many more reasons than just calories and fat. Nutritionists I've spoken with say a women should eat no more than 4 ounces a wk, none if at all possible. It is soo high in cholesterol and the saturated animal fat in red meat contributes to heart disease and atherosclerosis. Research also shows that frequent red meat eaters face twice the risk of colon cancer. Red meat is also thought to increase the risks of rheumatoid arthritis and endometriosis. So dont eat it!! Being healthy is more important.

" According to the American Dietetic Association, vegetarian diets can significantly reduce the risk of heart disease, colon cancer, osteoporosis, diabetes, kidney disease, hypertension, obesity, and other debilitating medical conditions. While red meat is a key source of protein and vitamin B12 in North American diets, nutritionists explain that properly planned meat-free diets easily provide these important nutrients while keeping you healthier in the long run."

I'm not trying to lecture you, I know it's not what you want to hear, but I'm telling you because I care. Heart Disease should not be the #1 killer in America! We NEED to change our diets.

Do what you think is best.

Wow! Some people really dont know a lot about nutrition. First of all, although protein is certainly an essential nutrient which plays many key roles in the way our bodies function, we do not need huge quantities of it. In reality, we need small amounts of protein.

Also Broccoli has more protein per calorie than steak, as do many other vegetables. Plus if you insist on eating meat; chicken and fish are much healthier. Broccoli also has iron and iron absorption enhancers, as do many other vegetables.

If you looked at my earlier post, ie the increased risk for disease, I would hope you would agree that it is much safer to get protein and iron from other sources. Not to mention the antibiotics, hormones, bacteria and all the other crap that is in meat.

If you decide to eat red meat, I can't stop you, but dont pretend that it's good for you, its NOT! Really try to limit the amounts you ingest, your body will thank you!

Yay Steak!!!! I say have a blast and eat what you like-youve put in the work and earned it. Although some might not believe it but there are people here that know quite a bit about nutrition and those same people would probably tell you that you can have many things in MODERATION. Since I don't have a medical degree and I am unaware of anyones medical history other than my own, I cannot tell you what would or would not be beneficial to your diet. Personally, I would much rather have a juicy filet mignon over a truck load of broccoli...but thats just me. Tell your Mom Happy Birthday!!!!!!!

Wow! Some people really dont know a lot about nutrition. First of all, although protein is certainly an essential nutrient which plays many key roles in the way our bodies function, we do not need huge quantities of it. In reality, we need small amounts of protein.

Also Broccoli has more protein per calorie than steak, as do many other vegetables. Plus if you insist on eating meat; chicken and fish are much healthier. Broccoli also has iron and iron absorption enhancers, as do many other vegetables.

If you looked at my earlier post, ie the increased risk for disease, I would hope you would agree that it is much safer to get protein and iron from other sources. Not to mention the antibiotics, hormones, bacteria and all the other crap that is in meat.

If you decide to eat red meat, I can't stop you, but dont pretend that it's good for you, its NOT! Really try to limit the amounts you ingest, your body will thank you!

Yea, she can get the nutrients else where..........but she wants RED MEAT! And they're not pretending it's good for them.....they KNOW it's okay with qauntity control. And you're right, you can't stop her, so quit hoping that you can. Considering you're new to this sight and have posted fewer than 10 comments, you shouldn't reply negative and also put someone else down saying they obviously know nothing about nutrition! I don't know who you think you are but you've obviously been mis informed about the benefits of this awsome site! We motivate eachother and SUPPORT eachother...

Thank you slimmingmom - you took the words right out of my mouth!!!!

Now that is the way to do it. I did that myself a few weeks ago with some center cut pork chops I wanted a little more than my usual 3 to 4 ounces I wanted about 6 ounces so I worked my butt off to be able to enjoy it and I did without the guilt. The scales were still friendly because i had the calories to spare for that much. Great job. God Bless, brenda

First of all, in my earlier post I mentioned it can be okay to eat it in moderation. Courtney you obviously know some about nutrition which is really what I want from people. I dont care if you agree with me but at least research it enough to form your own opinion. I would list better sources to get those vitamins and minerals you listed but I can tell people would just spout off about how much they dont like them. Sort of like my 5 yr old cousin.

I didn't mean to offend anyone, sorry for trying to help you be healthier. Personally I won't support the torture and murder of thousands of helpless animals. Nor would I ever risk the bacteria contamination involved in eating RARE meat especially or any meat at all.

Interesting article: News Flash the meat industry has been Unsanitary for a long time, try reading Upton Sinclair's "The Jungle", http://www.thefrisky.com/post/246-woman-eats-hamburger-ends-up-paralyzed/

And you're right, you can't stop her, so quit hoping that you can. Considering you're new to this sight and have posted fewer than 10 comments, you shouldn't reply negative and also put someone else down saying they obviously know nothing about nutrition! I don't know who you think you are but you've obviously been mis informed about the benefits of this awsome site! We motivate eachother and SUPPORT eachother...

Lol! For one I'm not "hoping" she doesn't eat red meat, I just think she has the right to be informed and then make her own descision. I think you personally should eat all the red meat you want. Also your right quantity of comments is sooo much more important than quality.....wait that's not true....isn't that the thinking that got you into this mess in the first place. Im am very sorry to have offended your notions of what this site should be. Personally I like to be given facts over useless opinions but that's just me. Anyways I think you should cook yourself a nice big slice of steak. Enjoy it!!

And you're right, you can't stop her, so quit hoping that you can. Considering you're new to this sight and have posted fewer than 10 comments, you shouldn't reply negative and also put someone else down saying they obviously know nothing about nutrition! I don't know who you think you are but you've obviously been mis informed about the benefits of this awsome site! We motivate eachother and SUPPORT eachother...

Lol! For one I'm not "hoping" she doesn't eat red meat, I just think she has the right to be informed and then make her own descision. I think you personally should eat all the red meat you want. Also your right quantity of comments is sooo much more important than quality.....wait that's not true....isn't that the thinking that got you into this mess in the first place. Im am very sorry to have offended your notions of what this site should be. Personally I like to be given facts over useless opinions but that's just me. Anyways I think you should cook yourself a nice big slice of steak. Enjoy it!!

What are you, a first or second year nutrition student? You haven't even gotten into the meat of the subject yet. Come back and talk like that when you've gotten a B.S. in Dietetics.

LMAO! I love how you quote a comment that has nothing to do with nutrition to ask me about my background. Should I question your ability to read?

No, but you should stop being so rude and answer my question. :laugh:

And you're right, you can't stop her, so quit hoping that you can. Considering you're new to this sight and have posted fewer than 10 comments, you shouldn't reply negative and also put someone else down saying they obviously know nothing about nutrition! I don't know who you think you are but you've obviously been mis informed about the benefits of this awsome site! We motivate eachother and SUPPORT eachother...

Lol! For one I'm not "hoping" she doesn't eat red meat, I just think she has the right to be informed and then make her own descision. I think you personally should eat all the red meat you want. Also your right quantity of comments is sooo much more important than quality.....wait that's not true....isn't that the thinking that got you into this mess in the first place. Im am very sorry to have offended your notions of what this site should be. Personally I like to be given facts over useless opinions but that's just me. Anyways I think you should cook yourself a nice big slice of steak. Enjoy it!!

Hmm... sarcasm AND assumptions. Now there's a yummy combination. :huh:
Seriously, you should spend a little time reading some of the other posts here and learn a bit more about this site, its members and how it's used. One day you may have a question or the need for some advice from some of the people whom I would consider subject matter experts here, either through formal education or experience with successful, healthy, sustainable lifestyle change. Such as Songbird.
This has been an amazing resource and I'm grateful to have 24-hour, free access to a wealth of information and advice from people who, although they don't know me, care enough to respond.
You have some changes to make and obviously don't know it all or you wouldn't be here. Don't shoot yourself in the foot, and best of luck with whatever your goals are.

OP - I too love a nice steak once in a while, and hope you and your Mom had a great evening!

First of all, in my earlier post I mentioned it can be okay to eat it in moderation. Courtney you obviously know some about nutrition which is really what I want from people. I dont care if you agree with me but at least research it enough to form your own opinion. I would list better sources to get those vitamins and minerals you listed but I can tell people would just spout off about how much they dont like them. Sort of like my 5 yr old cousin.

I didn't mean to offend anyone, sorry for trying to help you be healthier. Personally I won't support the torture and murder of thousands of helpless animals. Nor would I ever risk the bacteria contamination involved in eating RARE meat especially or any meat at all.

Interesting article: News Flash the meat industry has been Unsanitary for a long time, try reading Upton Sinclair's "The Jungle", http://www.thefrisky.com/post/246-woman-eats-hamburger-ends-up-paralyzed/

Advice is generally more appreciated when it's SOLICITED.

OP, great job planning ahead and enjoying yourself!

Exactly what I was going to say- she didn't ask for advice...

This has been an amazing resource and I'm grateful to have 24-hour, free access to a wealth of information and advice from people who, although they don't know me, care enough to respond.
You have some changes to make and obviously don't know it all or you wouldn't be here. Don't shoot yourself in the foot, and best of luck with whatever your goals are.

I agree that this is a great site I really enjoy how easy it is to keep track of not only calories but also carbs, protein, sugar ect. As for a change, Nope, I eat very healthy and am already at a healthy weight. I'm just obsessed with Nutrition, which is why I Love keeping track of everything I eat. You may think I'm crazy but I think I'm lucky, it isn't a chore for me to eat healthy, I love doing it. I think it's because I'm so passionate about it that my advice came off as overbearing or why I gave it without being asked. But if I was doing something that could potentially increase my risk for all kinds of disease I would want to know! But honestly this showed me how judgemental some of you are. I made an offhanded comment that some people dont know a lot about nutrition, which in America is very true, and you all attack me. It's pathetic.

To tlapdx72 I apologize for accidentally turning your post into an argument, it really wasn't my intention. I hope your mother had a lovely birthday! Thanks for not joining the angry mob! lol

wow is that your bod in the profile pic?? I am new and if you can offer any help to get close to that i am up for it....