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    Apples

    Posts: 6
    edited December 2024 in Food and Nutrition
    :happy: I am on my 4th week n still learning. I want to eat an apple but it shows 39 Carbs n I can only have 20 a day. Do we count the Fruit or not? Help - I just can't remember and sure want to eat my apple. Thank U so much.

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    • Posts: 6
      Eat half? :)
    • Posts: 6
      Thanks. Not a bad idea.
    • Posts: 1,372 Member
      Can't help thinking that any diet that stops you eating one nutritious, healthy piece of fruit a day can't be good for you
    • Posts: 1,782 Member
      Can't help thinking that any diet that stops you eating one nutritious, healthy piece of fruit a day can't be good for you

      straight up. eat the damned apple.
    • Posts: 51 Member
      I could't agree more.
    • Posts: 82
      Seriously, don't even worry about it. Sure, you'd be over your carb limit but it's GOOD carbs - they're healthy! Enjoy it. :)
    • Posts: 405 Member
      I would eat the apple and not count the carbs, just do a quick add of calories. Yum apples!
    • Posts: 22
      I find it hard to believe that your entire daily target for carbs is 20. That seems wrong.
    • Posts: 1,154
      Why is your daily goal carb number set at 20? That doesn't really sound right, or healthy for that matter.

      Eat the apple, I can guarantee you it won't kill you. Plus it's better to give in to a healthy craving than a bad one.
    • Posts: 40 Member
      Eat the apple :)
    • Posts: 177 Member
      Agree!! Love an apple at break time.... crunchy, sweet and good fiber!! Wish people would worry more about empty carbs or stupid soda pop!!! (diet or otherwise!)
    • Posts: 497 Member
      I find it hard to believe that your entire daily target for carbs is 20. That seems wrong.

      It sounds like the beginning phase of a low carb diet like Atkins. I could never survive on something like that!
    • Posts: 39
      Limiting your carbs to that extreme isn't great for your body. Unless your goal is to be in Ketosis, then don't fret over the carbs, as the body runs optimally on them. My advice: eat the apple, and worry less on the amount of carbs it has.
    • Posts: 6
      :happy: Thanks to all. I will eat my apple - just did not know if I should count the carbs or not. trying to be good and get to my goal. This is a big change for me but I love this plan. Learning a lot about nutrition. thanks again for your input. I am knew at this and thanks for your patience.
    • Posts: 47
      In my mind, if its healthy like Fruit or Veg i dont bother counting anything but the calories. Theyre good for you
    • Posts: 1,057 Member
      Sorry, but I have a hard time with any 'diet' that makes it nearly impossible to eat fresh fruits. Fruits are a GREAT source of fiber.
    • Posts: 436 Member
      20 carbs a day, sounds like somebody is doing Atkins diet are we?
    • Posts: 64
      Are you trying to do Atkins or something? Because 20 carbs is crazy! You would not have any energy to move! Eat the apple!
    • Posts: 102 Member
      Sounds like you're trying to follow Atkin's initiation? If so, the apple is off limits, but I would avoid counting calories if you're restricting carbs that severely. Combining a strict virtually-no-carb diet and a low-calorie diet is way over the top. If you want to go the MFP route, ditch the Atkins.
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      straight up. eat the damned apple.
    • Posts: 75 Member
      AMEN!!!!!!
    • Posts: 92
      I asked my pet snake -- he said eat it and share some with your BF
    • Posts: 850 Member
      20g of carbs a day? I eat more than that in one meal.

      Eat apples.. they are awesome
    • Posts: 64
      Healthy diet: End the guesswork with these nutrition guidelines
      By Mayo Clinic staff
      Introduction
      Carbohydrates
      Protein
      Fat
      Saturated fat
      Trans fat
      Cholesterol
      Fiber
      Sodium
      Sugar
      Carbohydrates

      Description: Carbohydrates are a type of nutrient found in many foods and beverages. Carbohydrates are your body's main energy source. Most carbohydrates are naturally occurring in plant-based foods. Food manufacturers also add carbohydrates to processed foods as starches or added sugar. Carbohydrates in the form of sugars, starches and fiber are found in legumes, grains, vegetables, fruits, milk, baked goods and many other foods.

      Recommendation: Get 45 to 65 percent of your daily calories from carbohydrates. Carbohydrates have 4 calories a gram. Based on a 2,000-calorie-a-day diet, this amounts to 900 to 1,300 calories a day, or about 225 to 325 grams. Emphasize natural, nutrient-dense carbohydrates from fruits and vegetables, beans and legumes, and whole grains. Limit less healthy sugar-sweetened beverages, desserts and refined grain products.
    • Posts: 430 Member
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      I agree. Don't diet to lose quickly, eat better for life to be healthier for life!
    • Posts: 6
      Thank you. That makes sense.
    • Posts: 87 Member
      Unless you are on a super low carb diet your settings should be :-

      Fat 30%
      Protein 30%
      Carbs 40%
      Fibre 30g
      Sodium 2500mg

      This can be changed in your goal tabs.

      Glad you ate the apple :happy:
    • Posts: 415 Member
      Can't help thinking that any diet that stops you eating one nutritious, healthy piece of fruit a day can't be good for you

      ^^this!
    • Posts: 6
      No - but doing Mediweightloss. Its set at 20 however, there is a lot of info I am not clear about yet. I will get with them 2morrow and check. Several folks have replied not to count the carbs on the fruit and Veggies and think they are correct. However, I am learning a lot from all of you and do appreciate the input. You have a nice day.
    • Posts: 6
      Thank you. This is all very helpful information for me. Learning something new with each reply I am getting and so far yours is one of my favorite. Have a good day.
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