That's beyond nasty looking, one of the many reasons why I don't eat meat any more.
Originally Posted by MissintheSouth
AHHH, Yes, OLESTRA! I remember when the "fat free" potatoe chips came out in the 90s. It didn't make you fat b/c it was a laxative! It says it on the bag, if you ever find a bag of Olestra WOW chips, says in little writing on the back, "May cause Anal Leakage"?!?!?!?!?
This is interesting... The few times I've tried these kinds of foods, they taste terrible, like chemicals, and not at all like real food. I think most people are used to processed foods, though. It's a real shame especially for kids, and this is marketed towards kids. Their sense of taste goes askew, and this kind of crap tastes O.K. before they can learn to like foods that nourish their bodies and keep them healthy. What a mess.Originally Posted by fwan
It does sound gross, but they wouldnt put it on the market if it didnt taste good.
I see your point, personally because i have been brought up with proper foods i dont like alot of the frozen quick stuff!Originally Posted by SwampWitch
This is interesting... The few times I've tried these kinds of foods, they taste terrible, like chemicals, and not at all like real food. I think most people are used to processed foods, though. It's a real shame especially for kids, and this is marketed towards kids. Their sense of taste goes askew, and this kind of crap tastes O.K. before they can learn to like foods that nourish their bodies and keep them healthy. What a mess.
I agree that people eat so much processed crap nowadays that they don't know what real food tastes like.Originally Posted by SwampWitch
This is interesting... The few times I've tried these kinds of foods, they taste terrible, like chemicals, and not at all like real food. I think most people are used to processed foods, though. It's a real shame especially for kids, and this is marketed towards kids. Their sense of taste goes askew, and this kind of crap tastes O.K. before they can learn to like foods that nourish their bodies and keep them healthy. What a mess.
Cheers, from
SwampWitch
p.s. I found this on the web.
Jimmy Dean Pancakes and Sausage on a Stick
Cost: $5.98/14 servings
Prep: 60 seconds in microwave
Fat: 12 grams (4 grams saturated/ 0 grams trans fat)
Calories: 210
Marketing: "A pancake breakfast in a minute!"
Evans' reality check: "The first three ingredients (enriched bleached flour, water and sugar) are terrible. It only has 5 grams of protein, and that is a terrible way to get protein."
Alternative: Make a whole grain pancake (or Kashi frozen waffle) and wrap it around a veggie or low-fat turkey sausage.
I don't know, I think that's kind of unfair. You know, it's not always so easy when you have two working parents. But there are alternatives to this kind of convenience food that are just as quick and much healthier--I don't have kids, but if I did, I'd much rather give them a bowl of Cheerios and a banana than one of these things.Originally Posted by fwan
I just think that alot of parents shouldnt be so lazy to cook.
IMO, parents should take care of their kids, that is their responsibility. Just because parents are busy does not mean the kids should suffer. Especially feeding them this junk. And why are these manufacturers putting out this "convenient" junk anyway and make them so cheap and healthy food so expensive?!Originally Posted by mamacat
I don't know, I think that's kind of unfair. You know, it's not always so easy when you have two working parents. But there are alternatives to this kind of convenience food that are just as quick and much healthier--I don't have kids, but if I did, I'd much rather give them a bowl of Cheerios and a banana than one of these things.
DH and I have been on a Whole Food diet for almost three years, and it can be really difficult at times. Here are some things that we've found that work for us:Originally Posted by watchcaddy
IMO, parents should take care of their kids, that is their responsibility. Just because parents are busy does not mean the kids should suffer. Especially feeding them this junk. And why are these manufacturers putting out this "convenient" junk anyway and make them so cheap and healthy food so expensive?!Can they make something convenient and healthy?
I agree with you. We get everyone involved, Stewie and Rupert, they love to help.Originally Posted by lookingglass
DH and I have been on a Whole Food diet for almost three years, and it can be really difficult at times. Here are some things that we've found that work for us:
1. When you buy food do all the preparation work when you get home from the grocery store. Make this part of your shopping ritual and it will soon become second nature.
2. Get a good basic cook book. Most of the recipes can be converted by little or no effort by switching out most of the ingredients with healthier alternatives.
3. Get everyone in the home involved in the cooking process. Not only did my husband and I learning to cook save our marriage, but it opened up the lines of communication. Leaning over a pot of homemade spaghetti sauce is a wonderful time to ask your child about his or her new boyfriend or girlfriend.
4. Have fun with it! Eating healthy doesn't have to mean that everything tastes bland it means that you get to have an adventure. Have you ever tried turmeric? No? Well find a recipe and see how it tastes!
I don't know if it was you or the Evans suggesting this, but you kind of have to be careful with Kashi, some of their stuff, such as they're frozen waffles can have a higher grade of sugar than necessary.Originally Posted by SwampWitch
Alternative: Make a whole grain pancake (or Kashi frozen waffle) and wrap it around a veggie or low-fat turkey sausage.
Carrot sticks (any veggie really), cut up green peppers, etcOriginally Posted by lunasmom
Here's a challenge - go to the grocery sometime and come back with a bunch of low-carb or no-carb snacks that do not need to be cooked or waited long for in the microwave. Find anything other than Beef Jerky? That's right...even the Aktins stuff didn't work because half the time the total carbs were more than the regular style of the food.