Breadless Diet?

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j_wilson2012
j_wilson2012 Posts: 293
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I have decided that I am going to not eat bread in my diet. Rolls, Sandwich bread, Toast. I am looking at the nutrition facts, and on the sandwich bread, I would be eating over 200 calories just in bread, and that is just for one Sandwich! I decide that unless I am eating at Subway, I will not be eating bread. Plus, I feel that there are many other ways to get fiber (regular wheat bread doen't really have anything good in it anyways). Instead, I am going to get fiber out of my Kashi cereal, and when on my cycling rides, I have a protein and fiber packed energy bar. Any opinions on this? Any alternatives?
I also feel sandwich meat has too many additives in them. Any advice on that?
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  • run17
    run17 Posts: 27
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    Whenever I give up carbs I get terrible headaches and I feel very tired. I have given up white flour for the most part. I do feel better. Before a workout I eat a mini whole wheat bagel with natural peanut butter or a carb balance tortilla with PB or scrambled eggs with veggies.

    I just bought a smoothie maker on sale. I am addicted to the Green Goddess Protein shake. Sounds gross but it is yummy. I drink it before a hard workout day.

    Green Goddess Smoothie

    raw spinch pulverized in blender first (takes a minute to liquify)
    1/4 cucumber
    5 chunks of pineapple, cantaloupe or any fruit you want to add
    container of plain or vanilla greek yogurt
    1 scoop of vanilla whey protein powder
    1 scoop of flax meal
    mint- optional
    It has lots of prtein and vitamins_ It is very filling- You can drink it pre or post workout
  • islandmonkey
    islandmonkey Posts: 546 Member
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    I find that giving up bread works for me - although for me I think it's the yeast more than the carbs (I still eat flatbreads).

    I'd make sure to check the sugar content on the Kashi cereal; I find their products tend to be loaded with refined sugars. Same thing with the energy bars.

    I get headaches from sandwich meat so generally avoid it.

    I have decided that I am going to not eat bread in my diet. Rolls, Sandwich bread, Toast. I am looking at the nutrition facts, and on the sandwich bread, I would be eating over 200 calories just in bread, and that is just for one Sandwich! I decide that unless I am eating at Subway, I will not be eating bread. Plus, I feel that there are many other ways to get fiber (regular wheat bread doen't really have anything good in it anyways). Instead, I am going to get fiber out of my Kashi cereal, and when on my cycling rides, I have a protein and fiber packed energy bar. Any opinions on this? Any alternatives?
    I also feel sandwich meat has too many additives in them. Any advice on that?
  • hhayes06
    hhayes06 Posts: 189 Member
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    My husband gave up bread and dairy dropping 20 pounds in 3 weeks time. He used tortilla wraps in place of bread for sandwiches. We also started buying lunch meat at the deli counter where they slice it right there for you, less preservatives and additives that way.
  • Hezzietiger1
    Hezzietiger1 Posts: 1,256 Member
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    I don't do breads normally... I have added some in the last few days b/c I was traveling and counting on other people to provide my meals. My carbs normally are completely developed around fruits, veggies, and low fat dairy. I also do a GNC lean 25 shake everyday. It's 200 cals, 25 pro and 9 fiber. I usually get about 20-25 grams of fiber daily in about 100 carbs.

    what I have noticed is that be letting go of the breads and grains my body fat, especially in the mid section has decreased more with my weight loss. It's a good thing.

    Hezz
  • wftiger
    wftiger Posts: 1,283 Member
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    Go primal, great results. http://www.marksdailyapple.com
  • j_wilson2012
    j_wilson2012 Posts: 293
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    Yes, hhayes06, I have been dieting for almost a week, and working out for about two weeks. In just the last 4 days, I have lost 5 pounds, with no drugs or vitamins. It is not a malnourisment thing, I am just bustin *kitten* on the bike. I am also swapping the cereal box for Saltines and salsa when snacking (I can sit there and eat a whole 18 oz cereal box like popcorn). It is a new lifestyle for me, but I am making changes for the better. I do not own a microwave, as it has caused me to overeat, and eat fatty foods a lot more. Thanks for the input! I am going to try that tortilla trick. I like tortillas!
  • karmah2771
    karmah2771 Posts: 42 Member
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    If you don't want to give up bread entirely, there are lower calorie versions out there. (Some of the "light" styles can be 45 calories a slice). Bagel things and sandwich thins are about 100 - 120 calories each. There are also low calorie wraps. You just have to read the labels and pick the ones calorie/ingredient/nutrition wise that are the best choice for you personally. You could also still have your higher per-calorie slice bread, just try an open-faced sandwich, or have a half sandwich.

    As for lunch meat, there are nitrate free ones out there you just have to do a search on what brands, etc. to look for and then see if you can find them locally. If you like chicken, ham, turkey, etc. you could just do it the old fashioned way. Cook a chicken (etc.), slice it up and then use it for your dinner and then extra for sandwiches for a few days. Then you don't have to worry about nitrates, etc. Tip: It's easier to cut the meat into thinner slices if you let it cool down. Even better if you let it cool, then refrigerate, then slice.
  • spokaloo
    spokaloo Posts: 25 Member
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    Nature's Own Whole Wheat only has 50 calories per slice and those sandwich thins are also only 100 calories. Just an idea if you would like to have sandwiches. I love bread and pasta and it is hard to give up! Good luck :)
  • myfitnessval
    myfitnessval Posts: 687 Member
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    i stopped eating bread for a long time and only recently added it back in in moderation. i rely on la tortilla factorys low carb whole wheat tortillas. theyre amazing. you can find them at most supermarkets or trader joes. they are a blessing.
  • Blondefitbarbie
    Blondefitbarbie Posts: 59
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    I gave up bread and I will never go back. Anything that bloats you as much as bread does me can't possibly be good for your body.
    It really doesn't have many nutritional benefits anyway, so better to stick with something high protein, especially in the morning.
  • Phaedra2014
    Phaedra2014 Posts: 1,254 Member
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    I have decided that I am going to not eat bread in my diet. Rolls, Sandwich bread, Toast. I am looking at the nutrition facts, and on the sandwich bread, I would be eating over 200 calories just in bread, and that is just for one Sandwich! I decide that unless I am eating at Subway, I will not be eating bread. Plus, I feel that there are many other ways to get fiber (regular wheat bread doen't really have anything good in it anyways). Instead, I am going to get fiber out of my Kashi cereal, and when on my cycling rides, I have a protein and fiber packed energy bar. Any opinions on this? Any alternatives?
    I also feel sandwich meat has too many additives in them. Any advice on that?

    I haven't bought bread in forever. I eat small corn tortillas or a wholewheat tortilla now and then. I mostly use Iceberg lettuce leaves as wraps.
  • jtakingcareofherself
    jtakingcareofherself Posts: 144 Member
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    Read "Wheat Belly" by William Davies MD and you'll learn the science behind why gluten reduction works so well for weight loss (and a lot of other health concerns). The book is also available as an MP3. I listen to non-fiction when I do cardio.
  • love4fitnesslove4food_wechange
    love4fitnesslove4food_wechange Posts: 6,897 Member
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    I gave up bread and I will never go back. Anything that bloats you as much as bread does me can't possibly be good for your body.
    It really doesn't have many nutritional benefits anyway, so better to stick with something high protein, especially in the morning.

    uuuuh..not true. have you eaten broccoli? bloat city!
  • alexveksler
    alexveksler Posts: 409 Member
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    I gave up bread about a year ago. Best thing ever happened to me. There is nothing wrong wrapping your burger patty between 2 thick slices of lettuce. :)

    Most of my carbs are from veggies, although recently I've increased carb intake to 45 grams and able to eat fruit. I also increased my cardio exercise to keep my calorie deficit.
  • Blondefitbarbie
    Blondefitbarbie Posts: 59
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    I gave up bread and I will never go back. Anything that bloats you as much as bread does me can't possibly be good for your body.
    It really doesn't have many nutritional benefits anyway, so better to stick with something high protein, especially in the morning.

    uuuuh..not true. have you eaten broccoli? bloat city!

    I eat quite a raw diet, and my body reacts quite well to cruciferous vegetables. I clearly said that bread bloats ME, thus, I don't believe it's good for my own body. Eat what works for you.
  • j_wilson2012
    j_wilson2012 Posts: 293
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    Nature's Own Whole Wheat only has 50 calories per slice and those sandwich thins are also only 100 calories. Just an idea if you would like to have sandwiches. I love bread and pasta and it is hard to give up! Good luck :)

    the only difficulty with that is "Thin" doesn't tend to fill me up unless I have like half the package haha. When I buy lunch meat, I tend to buy the one ounce slices, and have like 3 of them. And this is why I am swaying away from bread, is because the lunch meat can have too much fat in them, and the healthier stuff is out of my budget. I hate having a sandwich where I am not sure where the meat is . I have a pretty fast metabolism, too
  • j_wilson2012
    j_wilson2012 Posts: 293
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    :smile:
    I gave up bread and I will never go back. Anything that bloats you as much as bread does me can't possibly be good for your body.
    It really doesn't have many nutritional benefits anyway, so better to stick with something high protein, especially in the morning.

    uuuuh..not true. have you eaten broccoli? bloat city!

    I eat quite a raw diet, and my body reacts quite well to cruciferous vegetables. I clearly said that bread bloats ME, thus, I don't believe it's good for my own body. Eat what works for you.

    I wouldn't know what "bloated" feels like. I just feel full or gassy :smile:
  • lilpoindexter
    lilpoindexter Posts: 1,122 Member
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    I eat sara lee 45 cal a slice wheat bread, and thomas bagel thins. I would feel like something was really missing if I gave up the bread. About 10 years ago I did adkins, and cut out the bread and tortillas, etc, and the weight loss was dramatic.
  • Arexxx
    Arexxx Posts: 486 Member
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    Thats basically what I do. I allow myself one peice of wholegrain bread a day, sometimes not even that.
    It's much better to get your carbs and calories from veggies.
  • BDazzle07
    BDazzle07 Posts: 2
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    Read the book, Wheat Belly by William Davis, MD. It totally changed the way I look at bread and wheat products. I am one week wheat free and lost 5.2 this week. The only change was giving up wheat...I feel amazing!

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