To eat grains or not to eat grains.
Working with groups and individuals on a daily basis certainly teaches you that no two people are alike. When it comes to nutrition, some would try to have you believe that we can all eat the same foods and they effect us all alike; and that's far from the truth.
Grains and starches are the hot topic of the day and certainly deserve our attention when discussing nutrition.
Working with groups and individuals on a daily basis certainly teaches you that no two people are alike. When it comes to nutrition, some would try to have you believe that we can all eat the same foods and they effect us all alike; and that's far from the truth.
Grains and starches are the hot topic of the day and certainly deserve our attention when discussing nutrition.
When we refer to grains and starches (simple carbs) we're talking about everything in the wheat family whether it's whole wheat or refined, and all things made from it. This would entail breads, pastas, cakes, and muffins. The starches are generally referring to rice and potatoes. I think it goes without saying, sugar ( the granddaddy of simple carbs) in all its forms needs to be added to our list of considerations as they are a matter of debate as well (apparently there's people who aren't convinced, sugar can make you fat).
The general problem with simple carbs, is that" if" your body doesn't assimilate them well -and many people don't- they can cause you to store them as fat much easier than other foods do.
Simple carbs are different from complex carbs (fruits, vegetables, beans, and legumes) because complex carbs posses properties that make them harder for your body to turn into fat.
We all know people who eat simple carbs and don't seem to put on a pound, but they are more the exception than the norm. The rough statistic is that about 20% of the population has the genetic profile to assimilate grains, starches, and sugars without easily gaining weight.
I know you've heard that it's essential to include whole wheat in your diet; but that's just advice from deeply indoctrinated thinking that wants to apply a one size fits all approach to nutritional needs.
If you're overweight and you eat grains, refined sugar, and starches; you may want to consider reducing, or cutting them out all together, as they may be a factor in your problems to lose weight. With this decision you're obliged to put more thought into your food preparation and keep your fridge stocked with fruits, vegetables, lean meats, chicken, and fish. You'll also need to have your three meals a day with light snacks between each meal.
Snack ideas
Spaghetti replacement
Rice replacement
Just about any vegetables, beans, or legumes (lentils and chic peas) are far more nutritious and less likely to cause you to gain weight and can be used as side servings with your principle dish. Simple carbs are not very nutritious and pack a hard caloric punch.
Finally, I'd like to warn you not be be swayed by terms like organic and natural. Though organic sugar and flour doesn't contain some of the harmful by-products of the refining process, they still possess all the traits that can lead to weight gain.
If you are overweight, always discuss weight loss solutions with your doctor.
The general problem with simple carbs, is that" if" your body doesn't assimilate them well -and many people don't- they can cause you to store them as fat much easier than other foods do.
Simple carbs are different from complex carbs (fruits, vegetables, beans, and legumes) because complex carbs posses properties that make them harder for your body to turn into fat.
We all know people who eat simple carbs and don't seem to put on a pound, but they are more the exception than the norm. The rough statistic is that about 20% of the population has the genetic profile to assimilate grains, starches, and sugars without easily gaining weight.
I know you've heard that it's essential to include whole wheat in your diet; but that's just advice from deeply indoctrinated thinking that wants to apply a one size fits all approach to nutritional needs.
If you're overweight and you eat grains, refined sugar, and starches; you may want to consider reducing, or cutting them out all together, as they may be a factor in your problems to lose weight. With this decision you're obliged to put more thought into your food preparation and keep your fridge stocked with fruits, vegetables, lean meats, chicken, and fish. You'll also need to have your three meals a day with light snacks between each meal.
Snack ideas
Spaghetti replacement
Rice replacement
Just about any vegetables, beans, or legumes (lentils and chic peas) are far more nutritious and less likely to cause you to gain weight and can be used as side servings with your principle dish. Simple carbs are not very nutritious and pack a hard caloric punch.
Finally, I'd like to warn you not be be swayed by terms like organic and natural. Though organic sugar and flour doesn't contain some of the harmful by-products of the refining process, they still possess all the traits that can lead to weight gain.
If you are overweight, always discuss weight loss solutions with your doctor.
