Guest guest Posted September 12, 2006 Report Share Posted September 12, 2006 Hey, Laurie, I didn't mean to make you feel like an idiot. Here's what it says in the book, p. 126: " Cheese is usually too high in fat, so I don't recommend it, but if you're preparing a 'healthy' dish that requires it, try defatting your cheese.... " My calculations are that I need about 6 grams or less of fat per meal, and 24 grams of protein--the cheese sticks in my fridge (for my kids) have 7 grams of fat, so that isn't so bad, BUT there are only 5 grams of protein, so that is just plain not enough. The protein is crucial. So with a snack of cheese stick and apple, you get the good carbs, some fat, but not enough protein. Those who are more experienced please correct me if I'm misunderstanding this~ (Oh, and on the peanut butter thing--I've heard people say that it's not recommended on your first challenge--this makes sense to me because it's so high in fat in relation to the amount of protein. Plus it is a trigger for me, I'd eat the whole dang jar in a couple of days. : ) But other people with more self control could disagree with me.) Best Regards, beth Starting on Challenge I do not want to be an idiot, but I bought the Body for Life and one of the snacks is apple and cheese stick, but one person said you can't have it, which I total can buy, but it's not listed anywhere, is there any other foods off limits? Thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted September 12, 2006 Report Share Posted September 12, 2006 No, I looked last night in the book and I couldn't find anything, but I was reading it with a 3 year old and 1 1/2 year old near me, so it's not like I was reading it very closely. And I never eat PB anyways, it's one of the those foods, I find truly revolting, unless in a Chocolate Peanut Butter Cup!! Thanks again, Laurie beth Dimopoulos wrote: Hey, Laurie, I didn't mean to make you feel like an idiot. Here's what it says in the book, p. 126: " Cheese is usually too high in fat, so I don't recommend it, but if you're preparing a 'healthy' dish that requires it, try defatting your cheese.... " My calculations are that I need about 6 grams or less of fat per meal, and 24 grams of protein--the cheese sticks in my fridge (for my kids) have 7 grams of fat, so that isn't so bad, BUT there are only 5 grams of protein, so that is just plain not enough. The protein is crucial. So with a snack of cheese stick and apple, you get the good carbs, some fat, but not enough protein. Those who are more experienced please correct me if I'm misunderstanding this~ (Oh, and on the peanut butter thing--I've heard people say that it's not recommended on your first challenge--this makes sense to me because it's so high in fat in relation to the amount of protein. Plus it is a trigger for me, I'd eat the whole dang jar in a couple of days. : ) But other people with more self control could disagree with me.) Best Regards, beth Starting on Challenge I do not want to be an idiot, but I bought the Body for Life and one of the snacks is apple and cheese stick, but one person said you can't have it, which I total can buy, but it's not listed anywhere, is there any other foods off limits? Thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted September 12, 2006 Report Share Posted September 12, 2006 The biggest thing is that cheese is just higher in saturated fat. You really want to stick to fats that are primarily mono-saturated. Fish oil is best. Flax oil & olive oil are good too. The nut butters or small servings of nuts are okayif you have to, just be very careful not to over do it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted September 12, 2006 Report Share Posted September 12, 2006 You can have an apple and cheese sticks, but just don't have it every meal. It is in the Eating for Life book as well. It's good to have variety. You shouldn't always eat the same fruits, veggies, proteins, and carbs. I think a lot of us (including myself) can often fall into the trap of eating the same types of things all the time. We need to expand our horizons. Andy > > I do not want to be an idiot, but I bought the Body for Life and one of > the snacks is apple and cheese stick, but one person said you can't > have it, which I total can buy, but it's not listed anywhere, is there > any other foods off limits? > > Thanks > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted September 12, 2006 Report Share Posted September 12, 2006 Well, I'm impressed you are doing the challenge with such small children! My youngest is 7, and I'm just coming up for air. : ) Best Regards, beth Starting on Challenge I do not want to be an idiot, but I bought the Body for Life and one of the snacks is apple and cheese stick, but one person said you can't have it, which I total can buy, but it's not listed anywhere, is there any other foods off limits? Thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted September 13, 2006 Report Share Posted September 13, 2006 I use the low-fat cheese sticks and have 2 with a piece of fruit. It is true this meal is lower in protein than some, but as long as you aren't eating it more than once per day, it should average out. Peanut butter does contain a lot of good fat. I use the natural. As long as it isn't a trigger food, you should be okay. I love the stuff, but could never eat a whole jar in one sitting! Chocolate or any kind of M & Ms are another story. Andy > > Hey, Laurie, > I didn't mean to make you feel like an idiot. Here's what it says in the book, p. 126: > " Cheese is usually too high in fat, so I don't recommend it, but if you're preparing a 'healthy' dish that requires it, try defatting your cheese.... " > My calculations are that I need about 6 grams or less of fat per meal, and 24 grams of protein--the cheese sticks in my fridge (for my kids) have 7 grams of fat, so that isn't so bad, BUT there are only 5 grams of protein, so that is just plain not enough. The protein is crucial. So with a snack of cheese stick and apple, you get the good carbs, some fat, but not enough protein. > Those who are more experienced please correct me if I'm misunderstanding this~ > (Oh, and on the peanut butter thing--I've heard people say that it's not recommended on your first challenge--this makes sense to me because it's so high in fat in relation to the amount of protein. Plus it is a trigger for me, I'd eat the whole dang jar in a couple of days. : ) But other people with more self control could disagree with me.) > > Best Regards, > beth Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted September 13, 2006 Report Share Posted September 13, 2006 I've taken 2 of the fish oil pills per day for over a couple years and my HDL (good) cholesterol is 64. The minimum is 40. I highly recommend the fish oil pills. I participated in a fish oil study several years ago and the benefits were obvious since we had the before and after data to back it up. Andy > > The biggest thing is that cheese is just higher in saturated fat. You > really want to stick to fats that are primarily mono-saturated. > > Fish oil is best. Flax oil & olive oil are good too. The nut butters or > small servings of nuts are okayif you have to, just be very careful not > to over do it. > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted September 14, 2006 Report Share Posted September 14, 2006 It's the Spring Valley brand and I have to get the enteric coated since Hugh says they regular makes him have a fishy taste later. Andy > > Which fish oil pills do you take, and where do you get them? > > Thanks, > Brett Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted September 14, 2006 Report Share Posted September 14, 2006 I get them at Wal-Mart (yes, I'm not ashamed that I shop there). Andy > > Which fish oil pills do you take, and where do you get them? > > Thanks, > Brett Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted September 16, 2006 Report Share Posted September 16, 2006 They are tough to avoid here. We have one SuperCenter, another one to open in October, and a third to open in January. We get really nice ones too since the Wal-Mart heirs live here. The 2 new ones are beautiful buildings with very interesting architecture for big box stores. Andy > > I avoid it if at all possible, though I did buy some camping stuff there last spring. > > I recall that Lana used to go to her Walmart just to enjoy the air conditioning. > > Brett Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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