Appetite Control & Food

[arissa]

I am curious if anyone here avoids certain foods for this reason. After reading the article here I am curious. I don't really avoid certain foods because of it, but I would think (maybe) if you have a serious condition it might be beneficial for some out there.

[Buffy]

High-sugar, highly processed foods and carbs (like pasta or bagels) really aren't good for you in excess. You will need to really increase your exercise to burn them off, so while Michael Phelps may be able to get away with it, you probably will not.

 

People with abnormally high metabolic rates might be able to get away with eating lots of them too, but even for them, sticking to high protein and complex carbs (veggies) is the way to go.

 

 

Vegetables are interesting but lack a sense of purpose when unaccompanied by a good cut of meat, :phones:

Buffy

[labelwench]

Based on my experience of working in retail grocery, that short article was spot-on! We have become a nation of 'snackers' because we are too busy to take the time to prepare some proper food and set some aside for future meals and snacks. I read the labels of every new pantry grocery product that comes into the store as part of my job and I purchase almost none of what I price and help to put on the shelves.

 

I do my shopping in the produce and fresh meat section, some eggs, uncolored cheese, cream, butter and occasionally some plain yogurt. Heavy pumpernickel bread from Germany or Holland and not too much of that. Frozen berries for my own smoothies which I frequently add veggies to as well to keep the sugar count down.Some frozen veggies for convenience but mostly fresh ones. No pop, no juice, going to start making my own almond milk and my 'cheat' for a fast meal is a thin crust frozen spinach pizza. I drink water, tea, coffee and red wine and if I want hot chocolate I will mix cocoa, sugar hot water and cream to make it. :)

[scifiohmy]

This is a bit of a side note, but I came across a photo on Facebook that showed fruits and veggies in the top half of the picture and then boxed, processed foods in the bottom half. Over those two images, the photo said, "If your food can go bad then it's good for you. If it can't go bad, then it's not good for you." I think that about sums it up, ha.

[labelwench]

This is a bit of a side note, but I came across a photo on Facebook that showed fruits and veggies in the top half of the picture and then boxed, processed foods in the bottom half. Over those two images, the photo said, "If your food can go bad then it's good for you. If it can't go bad, then it's not good for you." I think that about sums it up, ha.

 

That's actually not a bad 'rule of thumb'. It's quite alright to have some canned and dried pantry supplies on hand in case of an emergency, canned tuna, beans, stew, PB, honey, brittle tack or whatever, but I seriously wonder about the nutritional content of any food-like product that can be stored on the shelf for several years. There would appear to be a reason that nature provides new edible resources in a cyclical and timely manner.

[Elisa]

This is a bit of a side note, but I came across a photo on Facebook that showed fruits and veggies in the top half of the picture and then boxed, processed foods in the bottom half. Over those two images, the photo said, "If your food can go bad then it's good for you. If it can't go bad, then it's not good for you." I think that about sums it up, ha.

 

I agree, great rule of thumb! It's too bad that in many (developed and rich economically) parts of the world where produce is expensive, we tend to eat more garbage and processed foods. In developing countries where there isn't much economical stability and the soil is rich, people actually eat much better (healthier and cleaner) than in developed countries. Note that I am speaking of "developing countries, not third world, but it would stand for some of those countries as well.

[Arbor]

I think the only food on the list that I can eat as a diabetic is the orange so why don't I have more appetite control? I do like the example of filling half your plate with veggies and the bottom with processed food. I always forget about the veggies and just have the processed food.

[scifiohmy]

I think the only food on the list that I can eat as a diabetic is the orange so why don't I have more appetite control? I do like the example of filling half your plate with veggies and the bottom with processed food. I always forget about the veggies and just have the processed food.

 

I think insulin plays a pretty big role in appetite control and sugar cravings. Maybe that's why you have issues with appetite control? Maybe your insulin levels aren't exactly right?

[labelwench]

Processed food, by and large, contains a lot of simple carbohydrates and sugar, and has been shown to contribute to insulin resistance, type 2 diabetes and complications in type 1 diabetes. I have a friend with early childhood diabetes whom I have assisted in understanding glycemic index and better food choices for her health, information that sadly was not forthcoming through her medical practitioner. A lot of foods are now touting a 'low fat' banner, but guess what they have used instead to attain their flavor profile? More sugar.

 

The other two areas where much processed food fails is in nutrient quality and fiber content. Sadly, this is engineered into much of the food because the manufacturers are competing for 'stomach share'. The objective is to deliver a product that satisfies the consumer's expectations for flavor and texture but does not fill them up too quickly.

 

The processed food market is all about using the cheapest ingredients and chemical technologies to create 'products' that are profitable. Your long term health is not the highest priority in this equation. Although I work in retail grocery, if it were my decision, I would eliminate at least 85% of the 'food-like products' on the shelves.

 

Insulin Resistance

Insulin is a hormone your body releases to allow your cells to absorb blood sugar for storage or energy. The more processed carbohydrates are, the greater impact they have on your blood sugar and insulin levels, according to Harvard School of Public Health. As your insulin levels rise, your body can become resistant to the hormone, resulting in long-lasting high blood sugar and insulin levels after eating. Insulin resistance can lead to type 2 diabetes, cause complications related to type 1 diabetes and contribute to a variety of serious health problems, such as high blood pressure, heart disease and possibly some types of cancer.

 

http://healthyeating.sfgate.com/negative-effects-processed-carbohydrates-body-2971.html

 

[Verona]

For me, sugar is a huge trigger food, which is a bummer because it's almost impossible to keep sugar out of one's diet.

 

Carbs in general cause me a lot of problems in the appetite control department, which is why I seriously try to adhere to a high protein, low carb diet.

[Laci]

I know several diabetics who have to be extremely careful of what they eat. I also have a family member who can only eat gluten-free products. Deviations away from their restricted diets cause them to end up in the hospital. I am so thankful that I can eat anything that I like without it harming me. I am careful for other reasons though, such as weight gain. It is so hard to lose once you put it on.