Comments on: Food Revolution Step 1: The Great Purge

By: Jen

Jen — Mon, 22 Feb 2010 18:48:22 +0000

I’ve gotten ALOT better! I haven’t bought processed foods since I started. I still don’t make the best choices when I eat out, but when I cook I’ve gotten better. I found that Trader Joe’s has nitrate free deli meat, so that might be a good option since I like my turkey:) And to be honest I am ANTI coupons! I believe that make me buy things I don’t need to save $.40 or make me buy 2 of something that I don’t have the room for…so I am choosing meatless days to save $$$..plus I found trader joes to be great prices!

By: Lynda

Lynda — Mon, 22 Feb 2010 18:42:23 +0000

EDIT: I mean a health spa in HIGH SCHOOL>>>>

By: Lynda

Lynda — Mon, 22 Feb 2010 18:40:00 +0000

I’m so proud of you! I know what a picky eater you are and this is a BIG step!! A helpful hint is to try to stay away from anything processed or as much as you can. Think whole and natural- whole grains (brown rice, whole grain bread, other grains); fruits & veggies (raw, roasted, grilled, steamed, etc) dairy (yogurt, low fat natural cheeses) and of course you need your oils- olive in small amounts. If you watched DR OZ today, he talked more about choices in the supermarket. Deli meats are a NO NO (sorry!) The nitrates are really not good for you. For meat- what about lean turkey meat for a home made chili (super easy!) and add some low fat sour cream & cheddar? Or, Turkey Tacos or Fish Tacos?? What about Salmon cakes (like crab cakes)? Or, chicken with brown rice and beans? Just some suggestions I learned a lot about this when I worked in a health spa in college. Also, doing the weight watchers core program (not the points, focuses on certain foods you can eat). HTH!!! Keep it up!!! OH- and if you want to make up the increase in $$ you spend at the grocery store… COUPONS! I saved $91 on Sunday

By: Jen

Jen — Mon, 22 Feb 2010 03:55:52 +0000

ewww I never thought about it but you are right…I have used WW bagels and they last FOREVER! lol wow definitely something to think about.

By: Jen

Jen — Mon, 22 Feb 2010 03:50:50 +0000

I totally agree with your sentiment about your girls. I never even thought about it before, and I am so happy I have now. Even with TTC I think it will be better for me. So far I have gotten cage free eggs and organic chicken and milk. I’m excited to be making this change.

By: Jen

Jen — Mon, 22 Feb 2010 03:48:28 +0000

The cage free eggs as Trader Joe’s were much less than the Nature’s promise ones..so I was VERY happy with the cost, and like you said the chicken’s lives. I am liking “no meat” days. I think it will help!

By: Jen

Jen — Mon, 22 Feb 2010 03:46:38 +0000

I can’t commit 100% either..I”m trying to make small changes..but I think that is a good start. I hope you can do the same! I think we all will benefit if changes are made.

By: Jen

Jen — Mon, 22 Feb 2010 03:44:44 +0000

I just did my first “real” trader joe’s run this weekend. We also have whole foods here too..I haven’t really gone there yet. I’m looking forward to it. It definitely takes a change in thinking though…but i’m up for the challenge.

By: Jen

Jen — Mon, 22 Feb 2010 03:43:05 +0000

The meatless thing sounds like a good idea. I think that will help things alot! Don’t worry..I think this journey will be an adventure so I will keep you posted!

By: Jen

Jen — Mon, 22 Feb 2010 03:41:47 +0000

So far its going well. Just did my first Trader Joe’s run this weekend! I think my current small changes will = big ones soon. I can see your point with the honey. I guess Im referring to things such as hostess cakes and such…even cheese that comes in single packs…