I have a huge problem with bread

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jayyyyxo
jayyyyxo Posts: 3
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It's summer time therefore I hate having to turn on the stove too much, so my meals are usually quick and easy to make. With that said, I can't help but include bread with every meal. I've decided to buy dempster's whole wheat body wise bread which is only 100 calories per 2 slices and 18g of carbs. But for example today I've had 4 slices. Am I doing nothing for myself if I'm trying to lose weight?

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  • blonde71
    blonde71 Posts: 955 Member
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    Everybody's different but I found I really leaned out nicely when I limited bread. I didn't completely cut it out but limited how often I had it. Salads work well for me in this awful heat. Just my .02 cents.
  • linochka1969
    linochka1969 Posts: 136 Member
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    Try these stuff
    Low cals, low carbs, good amount of fiber and tastes yummy
    http://www.josephsbakery.com/p-10222-Flax-Oat-Bran-and-Omega-3-Square-Lavash
    They are usually sold in farmers markets
  • Janiot
    Janiot Posts: 187 Member
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    omg - I can so relate!
    I often have 4 slices of multigrain sour dough cob sold at Coles - it is soooo yummy!
    I would be so much lighter if I could just not over indulge!
  • SelkieDiver
    SelkieDiver Posts: 260 Member
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    Yeah, i can't keep bread in the house. If its there, I'll eat it. I can kill a whole baguette in one sitting no problem! Obviously its a trigger food. The numbers on the bread you're eating look fine so long as you can limit to what fits in your calories. I say go for it!
  • ashleypj1908
    ashleypj1908 Posts: 10
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    Bread is a huge problem for me as well! BREAD and STARCHY FOODS are my ENEMY! I become super irritable when I cut them completely out and I feel like I am starving if I limit myself...
  • carreen
    carreen Posts: 175 Member
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    That's only 200 cals in bread...not too bad depending on how many cals you get a day.

    Carbs aren't evil; but not all carbs are the same. Carbs from chocolate = not so great; but carbs from whole grains are essential for energy. Carbs before a workout are very important! The more you work out, the more carbs your body needs. Don't assume all carbs are bad.
  • BlondeQtTexas
    BlondeQtTexas Posts: 97 Member
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    Once I stopped eating wheat and dairy the pounds flew off.

    It's easy to do once you start doing it. Google clean eating for ideas. I make a lot of salads as well with lean protein.

    I also found that wheat was making my asthma worse. Since I've stopped I rarely have asthma.
  • TinaS88
    TinaS88 Posts: 817 Member
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    I have the same problem!! I LOVE bread! I eat Nature's Own whole wheat. 100 cals and 20carbs for two slices. Try using whole wheat tortillas when possible!
  • SteffieSunshine
    SteffieSunshine Posts: 61 Member
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    I am a HUGE FAN of P28 100% Whole Wheat Protein Bread, which my son gets for me from GNC. It is large and very dense, so one 130 calorie slice is usually enough for me.
  • Goal_Line
    Goal_Line Posts: 474 Member
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    If I were you I wouldn't have it in the house until such time I've replaced that habit with something healthier..
  • 180farm
    180farm Posts: 230
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    I like the ezekial sprouted grain bread. It's 80 calories but has some heft to it so it's filling. I do miss sour dough and French bread. Especially when they are warm right out of the oven. I have those every once in a while but try not to have an entire loaf in the house as I'll just keep eating it until its gone.
  • smilingalltheway
    smilingalltheway Posts: 216 Member
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    When I stopped eating bread and wheat products I stopped having all kinds of cravings sweets, chips, and crackers. I have less stomach upset,(gas) and I was surpised I don't miss it, even pasta..and I loved the pasta. I also am losing weight faster and easier than I have in the past.
  • WillowBreeze
    WillowBreeze Posts: 102
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    If you can't cut bread out completely, go for one that is lower in calories and carbs that has sufficient fiber and protein so that it keep you full. I don't eat any bread now, but when I used to I only ate it for open faced sandwiches (1 piece only) so that the carb to protein ratio was even or more evenly distributed than would be if I ate two pieces. Bread makes me feel really full and anxious, I've found other ways to enjoy carbs that are gluten free (I don't have celiac's) and I find I'm much more content and don't even crave bread anymore :)
  • Anna800
    Anna800 Posts: 637 Member
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    For the most part I don't buy bread, but when I do I keep it in the freezer so its not easily accessible. I will only eat it once a day. And only one slice for the meal.

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