Guest guest Posted August 7, 2009 Report Share Posted August 7, 2009 What I appreciated about your post was the issue of weight gain amongst vegetarians because instead of meat they overdo the pasta and rices. In recent years I have seen some overweight vegetarians and even vegans who when I would dine with them, would load up their plates with rice, potato, or pasta, and a few vegetables. I use grain items in small amounts and make sure the roasted, steamed, saluted vegetables were plentiful. And I use olive oil and not butter or margarine. Vegan, vegetarian or not, serving sizes do matter. As does not consuming teas etc with lots of sugar in them. Just because the large natural food section has lots of choices doesn't mean I dont read labels. Simply because Snapple and other 'healthy' items that are advertised often have the high sugars. ~Beth~ Veronica <foxwalker Hello everyone, I'm Veronica. I became a vegetarian years ago when Frances Moore Lappe was writing about it. I followed this lifestyle for several years and then stopped. I had gained a lot of weight and in retrospect, I see that I was concentrating too much on grains and pastas and not eating enough veggies and fruits. I'm considering tying again, though, with a better balance this time. I have a few recipes for Indian spice blends that you grind yourself. I do it with a mortar and pestle, but if you don't have time or energy you can throw them into a coffee grinder set aside for spices. Is anyone interested? I have one blend that is DELICIOUS on just about anything. --- Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 7, 2009 Report Share Posted August 7, 2009 I really appreciated this insight- it is right on target. So many people feel that because an item is organic or natural that is automatically means, lower calorie, lower sugar or much healthier than the " traditional " choice. I have been working with the kids about shopping and the importance of reading labels. Yesterday we ran into a store to grab some snack bars. One brand advertised that it was a 100 calorie snack and was organic. I immediately grabbed that one, and was ready to go. My daughter asked what the difference was between that and an all natural one made by the same company that was right beside it since they had the same price. I didn't know so we read the labels, the difference: a few organic ingredients and the all natural bars had 30 less calories per bar, with lower carbs and sugars! We noticed the same thing with some " mini bagels " one was advertised as " just 100 calories " a serving. The others from the same manufacturer, had only 70 calories a serving and less fat, but no special advertising- and they cost less! Reading labels is so important now because it can not only save you money, it can really make the difference in your overall vitality. We have also stopped using the " dinner " plates for meals and serve our meals on the " salad " plates, to better monitor portion sizes. It has made a huge difference. With just this one change, I have been able to drop 4 inches from my waste and about 5 from my hips-- without dieting. Veronica, I wish all the best for you in your choices and remember we are here to cheer you on to victory! Andrea www.ANDECosmetics.com .... Just because the large natural food > section has lots of choices doesn't mean I dont read labels. Simply > because Snapple and other 'healthy' items that are advertised often > have the high sugars. ~Beth~ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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