Diet and Nutrition for overall Health!

[muddy75]

I might need some help soon though… doctor says I’m supposed to be eating basically no carbs and all I have is pretty much carbs so like no rice, bread, pasta, etc. etc. which sucks cause those are all my faves. But anyway…. I need ideas. I know lots of protein and veggies hence my dinner tonight but I can’t live off of eggs.

At least your doctor is pointing you in the proper direction! We’ve found it relatively easy making the switch and like the cauliflower rice, there are low carb alternatives for pasta, pizza crust, etc. just have to be careful about labels at the supermarket because a lot of the processed alternatives have bad stuff in them too.
One of our new favorite pasta alternatives is spaghetti squash!

 

[ShrekDawg]

At least your doctor is pointing you in the proper direction! We’ve found it relatively easy making the switch and like the cauliflower rice, there are low carb alternatives for pasta, pizza crust, etc. just have to be careful about labels at the supermarket because a lot of the processed alternatives have bad stuff in them too.
One of our new favorite pasta alternatives is spaghetti squash!

Thanks! This is helpful

 

[tripletfeb]

At least your doctor is pointing you in the proper direction! We’ve found it relatively easy making the switch and like the cauliflower rice, there are low carb alternatives for pasta, pizza crust, etc. just have to be careful about labels at the supermarket because a lot of the processed alternatives have bad stuff in them too.
One of our new favorite pasta alternatives is spaghetti squash!

Oh, I forgot about zucchini noodles! So good when it's spiralized fresh. @TheDawg don't bother with the frozen, it's a lump of mush. Get a fresh zucchini and spiralize it yourself then put spag sauce on top. Yum!

 

[ShrekDawg]

Oh, I forgot about zucchini noodles! So good when it's spiralized fresh. @TheDawg don't bother with the frozen, it's a lump of mush. Get a fresh zucchini and spiralize it yourself then put spag sauce on top. Yum!

That’s a good idea, thanks.

 

[ShrekDawg]

Do y’all think I should buy a spiralizer or not really worth it? Idk how much I would use it but they’re pretty cheap.

 

[tripletfeb]

Do y’all think I should buy a spiralizer or not really worth it? Idk how much I would use it but they’re pretty cheap.

You could see if someone you know has one you can borrow. I got mine from a friend who was gonna throw it out. Ask your dad if he has one. Lots of people buy one then never use it. If you were gonna buy one, don't spend more than ten bucks on it

 

[ShrekDawg]

You could see if someone you know has one you can borrow. I got mine from a friend who was gonna throw it out. Ask your dad if he has one. Lots of people buy one then never use it. If you were gonna buy one, don't spend more than ten bucks on it

Thank you, I’ll try that. I’m pretty sure he doesn’t have one but idk. And that’s good to know cause the one I was looking at was one of the 10 blade ones for like $25 but I feel like I do NOT need 10 blades I won’t use or to spend that much on one when they have way cheaper ones that work just as well or better. That said though, one of the grocery stores around here actually sells spiralized stuff and it’s fresh not frozen so it might be easier to just buy that? Idk. Pretty sure they sprialize it themselves.

 

[HollowOfWisps]

I have no idea what to call my diet because I wouldn't call it a diet, but rather necessary for my stomach to not be in pain I have had stomach issues since I was a baby and one day I decided that I was going to eat only foods that didn't cause stomach pain, bloating or nausea. I have found that if I eat low carb throughout the day and then at dinner eat as many complex carbs as I want I don't end up with a bloated stomach like I do if I eat carby foods all day long. Also by focusing on lots of clean protein, healthy fats and vegetables I function so much better. Now I don't eat like this 100% of the time, but most of it.

A typical day consists of:

Pre-breakfast: Coffee with unsweetened walnut milk and a little monk fruit. If I'm in town I will grab a plain unsweetened latte.

Breakfast: Spinach eggs cooked in olive or avocado oil topped with a little gruyere or goat cheese. If I know I'm going to have a long day with lots of physical activity I'll eat some oatmeal with my eggs.

Snack: Plain Greek yogurt with a 1 tsp. Pure Synergy Berry powder and raw unsalted pumpkin seeds.

Lunch: Sauteed zucchini over cauliflower fried rice which I make with riced cauliflower, peas, carrots, fresh garlic, green onion and coconut aminos. Also a protein shake (I love Fair Life 30g protein vanilla bean shake)

Snack: Aloha's Chocolate Almond Coconut Protein Bar and a cup of tea.

Dinner: Protein (Salmon, chicken or lean beef)+ carb (brown rice, brown rice pasta, quinoa, lentils or beans) and vegetables. Some days I skip the meat/fish and just eat a homemade curry.

Desert: If I do eat desert it's a serving of Rebel brand ice cream or Lily's dark chocolate (both sugar free low carb)

Drinks: I mainly drink water and decaffeinated tea after my morning coffee. If I am craving a soda instead I drink a sparkling water or a Zevia. Once a day I'll put a scoop of Ultima Electrolyte Powder in a glass of water.

 

[tripletfeb]

Thank you, I’ll try that. I’m pretty sure he doesn’t have one but idk. And that’s good to know cause the one I was looking at was one of the 10 blade ones for like $25 but I feel like I do NOT need 10 blades I won’t use or to spend that much on one when they have way cheaper ones that work just as well or better. That said though, one of the grocery stores around here actually sells spiralized stuff and it’s fresh not frozen so it might be easier to just buy that? Idk. Pretty sure they sprialize it themselves.

You can try the store stuff, just be careful because that will add up, fast

 

[Sussex19]

I don't have a diet as such, just trying to eat less, and healthier.
Less white bread and that kind of useless food, more whole grains, more vegetable and fruit.
Does anyone know, how much better homemade bread is compered to bought stuff?
We buy the flour as grain, and then mill it just before using it, so its as fresh as it can be.
I presume it has a lot more good stuff in it?
I know its still carbs, but I actually seem need a few more carbs then some people might.