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July 6, 2010 at 9:33 AM #576738July 6, 2010 at 10:37 AM #575730
ocrenter
ParticipantThe bottom line on the topic really is portion control and moderation.
Quite frankly, most people know exactly what they need to do. Most folks will go to the doctor and tell their doc that all they ever eat is whole grain cereal, turkey sandwich on wheat bread, and salad without dressing and only drink water. The patient and the doctor are then left with the medical mystery of how that patient managed to gain 30 lbs over the last year on that diet.
July 6, 2010 at 10:37 AM #575826ocrenter
ParticipantThe bottom line on the topic really is portion control and moderation.
Quite frankly, most people know exactly what they need to do. Most folks will go to the doctor and tell their doc that all they ever eat is whole grain cereal, turkey sandwich on wheat bread, and salad without dressing and only drink water. The patient and the doctor are then left with the medical mystery of how that patient managed to gain 30 lbs over the last year on that diet.
July 6, 2010 at 10:37 AM #576350ocrenter
ParticipantThe bottom line on the topic really is portion control and moderation.
Quite frankly, most people know exactly what they need to do. Most folks will go to the doctor and tell their doc that all they ever eat is whole grain cereal, turkey sandwich on wheat bread, and salad without dressing and only drink water. The patient and the doctor are then left with the medical mystery of how that patient managed to gain 30 lbs over the last year on that diet.
July 6, 2010 at 10:37 AM #576457ocrenter
ParticipantThe bottom line on the topic really is portion control and moderation.
Quite frankly, most people know exactly what they need to do. Most folks will go to the doctor and tell their doc that all they ever eat is whole grain cereal, turkey sandwich on wheat bread, and salad without dressing and only drink water. The patient and the doctor are then left with the medical mystery of how that patient managed to gain 30 lbs over the last year on that diet.
July 6, 2010 at 10:37 AM #576758ocrenter
ParticipantThe bottom line on the topic really is portion control and moderation.
Quite frankly, most people know exactly what they need to do. Most folks will go to the doctor and tell their doc that all they ever eat is whole grain cereal, turkey sandwich on wheat bread, and salad without dressing and only drink water. The patient and the doctor are then left with the medical mystery of how that patient managed to gain 30 lbs over the last year on that diet.
July 6, 2010 at 10:50 AM #575735briansd1
Guest[quote=Russell] Ordinary people do not have to be, or should not be satieted all the time, unless the want to be overweight. Being healthy is a cycle of being hungry and reasonably full of decent food. Nobody ever died of a brief episode of hunger.[/quote]
That is very true.
When we are hungry, our bodies release enzymes that tell our cells to go into preservation mode. It’s a survival mechanism that contributes to longevity.
In talking to people, I find that food is a cultural/emotional thing.
It used to be that food was expensive (relative to incomes) so people grew up to desire certain items. They believe that certain things are good for them. For example, eating lobster is “luxurious” but definitely not healthy.
It’s not just an American thing anymore. People all over the world are getting fat. Stored fat in the body releases toxins which contribute to diseases and shorter life.
The problem is that people want quick solutions (like a diet pill) when health is a lifetime commitment.
July 6, 2010 at 10:50 AM #575831briansd1
Guest[quote=Russell] Ordinary people do not have to be, or should not be satieted all the time, unless the want to be overweight. Being healthy is a cycle of being hungry and reasonably full of decent food. Nobody ever died of a brief episode of hunger.[/quote]
That is very true.
When we are hungry, our bodies release enzymes that tell our cells to go into preservation mode. It’s a survival mechanism that contributes to longevity.
In talking to people, I find that food is a cultural/emotional thing.
It used to be that food was expensive (relative to incomes) so people grew up to desire certain items. They believe that certain things are good for them. For example, eating lobster is “luxurious” but definitely not healthy.
It’s not just an American thing anymore. People all over the world are getting fat. Stored fat in the body releases toxins which contribute to diseases and shorter life.
The problem is that people want quick solutions (like a diet pill) when health is a lifetime commitment.
July 6, 2010 at 10:50 AM #576355briansd1
Guest[quote=Russell] Ordinary people do not have to be, or should not be satieted all the time, unless the want to be overweight. Being healthy is a cycle of being hungry and reasonably full of decent food. Nobody ever died of a brief episode of hunger.[/quote]
That is very true.
When we are hungry, our bodies release enzymes that tell our cells to go into preservation mode. It’s a survival mechanism that contributes to longevity.
In talking to people, I find that food is a cultural/emotional thing.
It used to be that food was expensive (relative to incomes) so people grew up to desire certain items. They believe that certain things are good for them. For example, eating lobster is “luxurious” but definitely not healthy.
It’s not just an American thing anymore. People all over the world are getting fat. Stored fat in the body releases toxins which contribute to diseases and shorter life.
The problem is that people want quick solutions (like a diet pill) when health is a lifetime commitment.
July 6, 2010 at 10:50 AM #576462briansd1
Guest[quote=Russell] Ordinary people do not have to be, or should not be satieted all the time, unless the want to be overweight. Being healthy is a cycle of being hungry and reasonably full of decent food. Nobody ever died of a brief episode of hunger.[/quote]
That is very true.
When we are hungry, our bodies release enzymes that tell our cells to go into preservation mode. It’s a survival mechanism that contributes to longevity.
In talking to people, I find that food is a cultural/emotional thing.
It used to be that food was expensive (relative to incomes) so people grew up to desire certain items. They believe that certain things are good for them. For example, eating lobster is “luxurious” but definitely not healthy.
It’s not just an American thing anymore. People all over the world are getting fat. Stored fat in the body releases toxins which contribute to diseases and shorter life.
The problem is that people want quick solutions (like a diet pill) when health is a lifetime commitment.
July 6, 2010 at 10:50 AM #576763briansd1
Guest[quote=Russell] Ordinary people do not have to be, or should not be satieted all the time, unless the want to be overweight. Being healthy is a cycle of being hungry and reasonably full of decent food. Nobody ever died of a brief episode of hunger.[/quote]
That is very true.
When we are hungry, our bodies release enzymes that tell our cells to go into preservation mode. It’s a survival mechanism that contributes to longevity.
In talking to people, I find that food is a cultural/emotional thing.
It used to be that food was expensive (relative to incomes) so people grew up to desire certain items. They believe that certain things are good for them. For example, eating lobster is “luxurious” but definitely not healthy.
It’s not just an American thing anymore. People all over the world are getting fat. Stored fat in the body releases toxins which contribute to diseases and shorter life.
The problem is that people want quick solutions (like a diet pill) when health is a lifetime commitment.
July 6, 2010 at 10:59 AM #575750XBoxBoy
Participant[quote=CA renter][quote=XBoxBoy]Not all Americans are getting fatter. I’ve lost 38 lbs in the last year, so there!
SkinnyBoxBoy[/quote]
Congratulations, XBoxBoy! That’s fantastic! 🙂
How did you do it?[/quote]
Sorry, haven’t been following this thread too carefully. But I did it the old fashioned way. I ate less. I honestly think that’s the only way that works. It’s tough, you have to adjust to the idea that all you need is that small portion. Trust me on this, no one enjoys a nice big juicy steak more than I do. And accepting that I only need 5 of 6 oz of steak instead of a 16 oz rib eye is a real challenge. But that’s what you gotta do if you want to loose weight. And oh yeah, you gotta stick to it, and be patient. The pounds don’t just fall away, and any time you backslide will put you back a week or two.
XBoxBoy
July 6, 2010 at 10:59 AM #575846XBoxBoy
Participant[quote=CA renter][quote=XBoxBoy]Not all Americans are getting fatter. I’ve lost 38 lbs in the last year, so there!
SkinnyBoxBoy[/quote]
Congratulations, XBoxBoy! That’s fantastic! 🙂
How did you do it?[/quote]
Sorry, haven’t been following this thread too carefully. But I did it the old fashioned way. I ate less. I honestly think that’s the only way that works. It’s tough, you have to adjust to the idea that all you need is that small portion. Trust me on this, no one enjoys a nice big juicy steak more than I do. And accepting that I only need 5 of 6 oz of steak instead of a 16 oz rib eye is a real challenge. But that’s what you gotta do if you want to loose weight. And oh yeah, you gotta stick to it, and be patient. The pounds don’t just fall away, and any time you backslide will put you back a week or two.
XBoxBoy
July 6, 2010 at 10:59 AM #576370XBoxBoy
Participant[quote=CA renter][quote=XBoxBoy]Not all Americans are getting fatter. I’ve lost 38 lbs in the last year, so there!
SkinnyBoxBoy[/quote]
Congratulations, XBoxBoy! That’s fantastic! 🙂
How did you do it?[/quote]
Sorry, haven’t been following this thread too carefully. But I did it the old fashioned way. I ate less. I honestly think that’s the only way that works. It’s tough, you have to adjust to the idea that all you need is that small portion. Trust me on this, no one enjoys a nice big juicy steak more than I do. And accepting that I only need 5 of 6 oz of steak instead of a 16 oz rib eye is a real challenge. But that’s what you gotta do if you want to loose weight. And oh yeah, you gotta stick to it, and be patient. The pounds don’t just fall away, and any time you backslide will put you back a week or two.
XBoxBoy
July 6, 2010 at 10:59 AM #576477XBoxBoy
Participant[quote=CA renter][quote=XBoxBoy]Not all Americans are getting fatter. I’ve lost 38 lbs in the last year, so there!
SkinnyBoxBoy[/quote]
Congratulations, XBoxBoy! That’s fantastic! 🙂
How did you do it?[/quote]
Sorry, haven’t been following this thread too carefully. But I did it the old fashioned way. I ate less. I honestly think that’s the only way that works. It’s tough, you have to adjust to the idea that all you need is that small portion. Trust me on this, no one enjoys a nice big juicy steak more than I do. And accepting that I only need 5 of 6 oz of steak instead of a 16 oz rib eye is a real challenge. But that’s what you gotta do if you want to loose weight. And oh yeah, you gotta stick to it, and be patient. The pounds don’t just fall away, and any time you backslide will put you back a week or two.
XBoxBoy
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