Eating Clean

Well, it can't hurt to try it out to see how it works for you and your lifestyle. But, I do not practice any form of food restriction. In the past, it was a setup for failure. Of course, I do incorporate fresh fruits and vegetables into my nutrition plan, but I also eat whatever I want, but in moderation. I am strict calorie counter and I am avid exerciser, in this new lifestyle has given me the results that food restriction never did. I feel that food restrictions can create an unhealthy relationship with food in some individuals. For me there are so many different foods that I want to try and recipes that I have to cook, and I would be utterly unhappy if I were limited to only certain meals. I strongly believe in the practice of calorie counting and everything in moderation, but of course there are others who would bash this method of a healthy lifestyle. So, it is totally up to you and what will work for you. Best wishes! :-)

Those protein bars are just as bad as regular chocolate bars but with extra protein. It is garbage. As for protein supplements such as whey protein, they can be used to get the extra protein in your diet, but in my opinion, unless your an athlete or body builder or frequently exercise (and i mean 4-6 days, couple hours a day kind of exercise), there's really no need for protein supplements from the supplement industry. Just eat lean meats, vegetables, fruits and a good source of fat and that's it.

I couldn't have put it better than sdoidsMD2013! But remember you can incorporate protein bars into your diet: they are very convenient. I use them as an afternoon snack - they really help with the mid-afternoon energy slump. I also grab one to go if I get up late and don't have time to make breakfast.

HI there,

You can lose weight by just eating clean and very little exercise. That attest to the role that nutrition plays into weight loss. Now add a workout routine and expect to loose weight faster and in a healthy manner.

There is a cookbook that I use called "Well Fed: Pael Recipes" this is as clean as you are going to get. Great recipes and gives you and idea of what you should be eating.

In regards to protein bars and shakes. The only protein powder that I use is called One World Whey, it is the only protein powder in the marked that does not have all those checmicals found in the rest of the other products. Bars should not be a base for your nutrition.

Never heard of it, ever tried isopure? I use the zero carb, it's excellent, and extremely good for you. 50g protein, 1g fat, 0 carb, glutamine, BCAA's, nitric oxides. Tastes good too.

HI there,

You can lose weight by just eating clean and very little exercise. That attest to the role that nutrition plays into weight loss. Now add a workout routine and expect to loose weight faster and in a healthy manner.

There is a cookbook that I use called "Well Fed: Pael Recipes" this is as clean as you are going to get. Great recipes and gives you and idea of what you should be eating.

In regards to protein bars and shakes. The only protein powder that I use is called One World Whey, it is the only protein powder in the marked that does not have all those checmicals found in the rest of the other products. Bars should not be a base for your nutrition.

I have this book as I am eating about 85% paleo. It's a great book, lots of good recipes.

The thing is, to eat "clean" that means you pretty much need to give up convenience foods. You CAN make stuff that is portable - like, for example, I have a gluten-free pumpkin muffin recipe that you can make in advance and take a muffin on the go with you when you feel you need one. That's just ONE example. Eating clean is like going back to basics. If a food is pre-packaged or prepared for you to make life "easy", there is a chance it's not very clean.

When eating paleo or even going gluten-free it's a major eye opener to see just how many foods have stuff added to it to either keep it together or make is less fat/less calories. I say go for REAL food, that's your best bet and where wait loss is concerned... be patient.

Reignofmongo,

check it out, http://www.cocoonnutrition.org/oneworldwhey.aspx

My trainer who follows the Paleo nutrition to the point uses it and reccomended to me.

That's a damn good protein there. I approve! lol

Yeah it's called "clean" or aka "paleolithic" - the latest thing. General rule is not to eat anything you can't catch, grow, or pick. And no food with more than five ingredients on packet.

My trainer is all about this, I'm trying trying. I've read somewhere that you can go 70/30 clean, then 80/20 and so on if you find it difficult.

i eat super clean you could see my diary if you like,its all fruits veggies fiber and protein. I've lost 50 lbs eating properly and exercising at least 1 hour a day. Approximately 20 months it took me to go from 175 to 125 lbs.

The benefits I've experienced from eating clean:
-Super human energy levels (I burn 1000 calories through exercise daily without ever feeling exhausted)
-My body craves specific nutrients like carbs, protein, or sugar and rarely finds any junk food appealing in anyway.
-My mental health is more naturally inclined to be happy because I have the proper amount of protein and glucose in my system my brain is creating a lot of serotonin and I don't feel depressed like I would when I considered coca cola and french fries were food.
-Superb bowel movements. lol
-Stress free Life.

I currently read a fitness magazine that promotes clean eating, yet it is loaded with advertisements for supplement bars and drinks.

1.) Are supplement bars and drinks considered "clean"?

2.) Has anyone lost weight by clean eating?

Thanks, in advance, for your advice and input.

Prepare to be mind blown.

http://www.wannabebig.com/diet-and-nutrition/the-dirt-on-clean-eating/

Thank you for responding. You confirmed my deep-down suspicions, but on the surface I guess I was hoping for an easy fix (e.g., those protein bars are so portable!). I guess there is no short-cut to health. Thanks, again.

one brand I am a fan of would be pure protein. They are like 150-200 cals each, low in sugar(1-2g usually) and sat fats, and have moderate protein.

http://www.pureprotein.net/category/BARS

I was going to recommend these. They're the only ones with less than 5 g of sugar plus they have 20 g of protein. Not as great as a meal of "real" food, but good on the go. I limit myself to having one on the days I have spinning class, or else I start eating them like candy bars.