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Post by jan on Oct 8, 2018 5:30:48 GMT
A new round of 7 in 7 began Sept 6th, and runs until Oct 17th. It is not too late to join us. Leave your board name, first name and goal for the next 6 weeks on this thread and your name will be added to the list. If you need me to make any changes in your goal, name or the week you are down to host, leave a note here. Thanks again for stepping up. Challengers: amyrs/Amy - Stay simply filling bmazzo/Beverly - To attend my WW meetings on a regular basis cathygeha/Cathy - GHGs/small changes Cherryt38/Cherry - Work on exercise Jalibmu/Jan - Still working on getting back to goal jasimons/Judy - Have a plan daily for after work snack/mini meal pamthomas46/Pam - Commitment to mindful eating and aiming for blue Hosts: Sept 6 to Sept 12 Pam Sept 13 to Sept 19 Cathy Sept 20 to Sept 26 Cherry Sept 27 to Oct 3 Judy Oct 4 to Oct 10 Jan Oct 11 to Oct 17 Beverly
Top 10 Dieting Blunders Often, when we make the decision to lose weight, we start off with the best intentions and a focused, unflappable mindset. However, many of us frequently find that only after a few days we begin to slip back to old habits.
But have you ever thought that you are simply making the same mistakes over and over again? If this scenario sounds familiar, then look no further — we have narrowed down the top 10 dieting blunders that may be holding you back …
1. Missing meals A major problem for many people who commonly believe that by missing a meal they are actually reducing their caloric intake. This is often counterproductive; as you may become so hungry that at your next meal you overindulge.
2. Skipping carbohydrates at meal times Your thinking that bread and potatoes are fattening is a big mistake. Starchy foods such as bread, rice, pasta and potatoes are filling foods(not simply filling foods, but filling you up foods) and should not be avoided — the portion size is what you have to watch.
3. The belief that you have to eat less when you want to lose weight A full plate is not possible when you’re on a diet, right? Wrong! Many of us believe that we should be cutting back on food to lose weight whereas we really should be eating more. The most important foods that we should be filling up on are vegetables — so fill your plate with them!
Disclaimer- I didn't write this article, so No.2 is the article's opinion. What are your thoughts on these 3 "diet blunders " ? THe rest of the list we will look at on Tues and Wed.
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Post by jan on Oct 8, 2018 5:37:19 GMT
I agree that although you might think that skipping a meal sounds like a good idea, if I get too hungry, I will overeat or indulge at my next meal.
When I google do I need to eat carbs, the main concensus seems to be that come carbs are necessary in you r diet. I think that the key is portion control and the right carbs.
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Post by cathygeha on Oct 8, 2018 8:13:27 GMT
1. Missing meals
There are a number of people I know doing "Intermittent Fasting" and I think "huh?" I have read that it takes the same volume/weight of food to satisfy whether high or low density and have thought that perhaps a BIG plate of lower calorie bulky foods might be the way to go
2. Skipping carbohydrates at meal times
Low carb works for my son when he really wants to cut the weight quickly and I have tried it in the past BUT it can cause constipation. I have read that carbs are the true fuel for the body and what fuels the brain...not sure if that is true or not. Portion control in all things is probably the best option UNLESS you have a certified reason to avoid certain foods (IBS, Celiac disease, etc)
3. The belief that you have to eat less when you want to lose weight
Kind of goes in with the comment on #1 above. Bulky low calorie dishes filled with veggies and using meat and other things more as condiments is a healthy way to eat.
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Post by bmazzo on Oct 8, 2018 13:33:11 GMT
1. I almost NEVER skip a meal, I forget a lot of things, but I NEVER forget to eat!
2. Both my son & SIL have done the low-carb diets with success, but as soon as they start eating anything with carbs, they gain the weight back faster than they lost it. I try to do a low carb day, once in a while, I hate it. I don't see how they stay on it for any length of time.
3. This is especially true for me, as I am a volume eater.
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Post by cherryt38 on Oct 8, 2018 15:31:10 GMT
1. Missing meals
There are times that I skip a meal because I'm truly not hungry. Usually the one I skip is lunch but if I get hungry closer to dinner time, I may have a small snack, such as a piece of fruit and maybe a little cheese or a few crackers. Same with dinner. I may postpone it until later, then have something much lighter. I do usually try to have something for breakfast, even if it is not very much.
2. Skipping carbohydrates at meal times.
I sometimes will skip the starchy carbs such as potatoes and concentrate on protein and vegetables. Although I love potatoes and most of the time will have a very small one in addition to the other veggies. Or sometimes a small serving of brown rice.
3. I do believe that you need to watch portions and have less of certain higher calorie choices. All in all, the key is to eat to satisfaction.
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Post by pamthomas46 on Oct 8, 2018 19:58:00 GMT
My biggest blunder is thinking I know what to order when trying something new. This can be a big blunder. I need to look up points befor eating.
As for today’s tips... I don’t skip meals. I also don’t skip carbs but do make as wise choices as possible. I like to fill my plate with veggies and fruit, so I don’t feel deprived.
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Post by Holly Gail on Oct 8, 2018 20:54:30 GMT
I can't skip meals; I can't even skip snacks! I have an imbalance in my blood chemistry and I need to eat every few hours (otherwise, I literally fall down).
I don't skip carbs only because they're carbs. I do my best to eat whole grains rather than processed ones (so, no white bread, as one example), but I'll eat potatoes with dinner or something like that...
As for eating less: my mantra is to stop eating when I'm no longer hungry (actually, that's not the right way to say it... I'll eat what I think is a portion of whatever, then determine whether I'm still hungry).
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Post by jasimons on Oct 8, 2018 23:47:46 GMT
1. Here I go again - blaming work schedule for things...including skipped meals. Missed a mid-day meal today because of work related "stuff".
2. I've never focused on totally avoiding any particular group of foods. As the hint says, portion size is a thing to watch - and I aim to sub whole grain versions (brown rice) or alternates (other whole grains) as needed.
3. Need to eat less of certain things (such as sugar), but if volume is what is needed, yes, the hint is true. Vegetables, leafy greens have volume and may take longer to eat so you realize you are full!
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