Why You SHOULDN'T Eat Clean - Do This Instead! Redefining Strength
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Date: 2022-03-30
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Kathryn
It's so cool for you to share this info since it's exactly what I started doing (plus a bunch more that I see being implemented today) about 35 or so years ago when I revised my food management system as I was in my journey of losing about 30-35 pounds. Of course, I refined along the way as my body changed and now at almost 55 and post menopausal, it's such an integral part of me it doesn't even phase me. I never say -I can't have that-, -that's bad-, etc. I have what I want when I want. However, since I feel my food for its excitement and am about quality, it's so easy to have this or that, and then stop. My friends and teammates find it interesting how I can do this so easily. :)
It's funny how modern day society thinks -Clean eating- is something new. My South Korean ancestors (and so many other cultures) have been living and eating this way for thousands of years. No folks, it's not new. I thank my South Korean mom for teaching me all about food when I was growing up. I am pre-Dr. Atkins diet days so I have seen it all over the past few decades. The list is soooo long. None of the trends today is new. just a modification of something in the past.
Following old school ways and knowing my body enabled me to figure out my macros even before I knew what a macro was. LOL! That's just how things happen in my Life. I follow principle and then discover later on what X is really about. Having my cake and eating it too without really trying per se. I love how Life unfolds that way.
I never force my ways onto others. What works for Me has been a refinement of a few decades and it's unique to Me. :)
You made great points Cori that many others will benefit from. Great coverage! :)
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It's so cool for you to share this info since it's exactly what I started doing (plus a bunch more that I see being implemented today) about 35 or so years ago when I revised my food management system as I was in my journey of losing about 30-35 pounds. Of course, I refined along the way as my body changed and now at almost 55 and post menopausal, it's such an integral part of me it doesn't even phase me. I never say -I can't have that-, -that's bad-, etc. I have what I want when I want. However, since I feel my food for its excitement and am about quality, it's so easy to have this or that, and then stop. My friends and teammates find it interesting how I can do this so easily. :)
It's funny how modern day society thinks -Clean eating- is something new. My South Korean ancestors (and so many other cultures) have been living and eating this way for thousands of years. No folks, it's not new. I thank my South Korean mom for teaching me all about food when I was growing up. I am pre-Dr. Atkins diet days so I have seen it all over the past few decades. The list is soooo long. None of the trends today is new. just a modification of something in the past.
Following old school ways and knowing my body enabled me to figure out my macros even before I knew what a macro was. LOL! That's just how things happen in my Life. I follow principle and then discover later on what X is really about. Having my cake and eating it too without really trying per se. I love how Life unfolds that way.
I never force my ways onto others. What works for Me has been a refinement of a few decades and it's unique to Me. :)
You made great points Cori that many others will benefit from. Great coverage! :)
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Winter
I agree that it-s all about trying to find a balance (which can be hard and I still struggle with finding the right balance for me. I don-t want to cut out any foods I like/love (I have a sweet tooth and also drink soda, including diet, sometimes. I am trying to eat less refined carbs and added sugar most days but also don-t want to cut them out entirely. It-s also slow-going and a struggle so I-m starting slow. Unfortunately my weight has yo-yoed a few times. Most days I can get in five or more servings of fruits and veggies; some days I get in less and that-s okay. Food that-s less healthy can still be good for the soul, in moderation.
It-s about moderation and finding what-s sustainable for you. Also learning self compassion for days when you do go off-track. Also, even healthy foods like lettuce can be dangerous if you end up with some that has salmonella or something.
When I eat salads, I usually do one tablespoon of regular processed types of dressing (sometimes more, if one tablespoon isn-t enough.
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I agree that it-s all about trying to find a balance (which can be hard and I still struggle with finding the right balance for me. I don-t want to cut out any foods I like/love (I have a sweet tooth and also drink soda, including diet, sometimes. I am trying to eat less refined carbs and added sugar most days but also don-t want to cut them out entirely. It-s also slow-going and a struggle so I-m starting slow. Unfortunately my weight has yo-yoed a few times. Most days I can get in five or more servings of fruits and veggies; some days I get in less and that-s okay. Food that-s less healthy can still be good for the soul, in moderation.
It-s about moderation and finding what-s sustainable for you. Also learning self compassion for days when you do go off-track. Also, even healthy foods like lettuce can be dangerous if you end up with some that has salmonella or something.
When I eat salads, I usually do one tablespoon of regular processed types of dressing (sometimes more, if one tablespoon isn-t enough.
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Liannna
Well I strongly disagree with the idea that skinny means healthy. And I think that it's more important to have positive attitude to food as something that fuels us. Therefore I think to try eat clean and balanced diet is more important than focusing on weight loss. For me eating clean is cutting off processed food. It's been proven that the shit they add to food is messing up our appetite by influencing the hormones and that's pick of the iceberg Sure there is no point being fascist about it and 80/20 idea seems like the best option. Its all about setting up a positive attitude that i chose to eat healthy even if it means no 6 pack. I see a lot of crazy ideas out there in the fitness world where people rather eat processed crap than fruits and vegetables. And I really don't think this is good.
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Well I strongly disagree with the idea that skinny means healthy. And I think that it's more important to have positive attitude to food as something that fuels us. Therefore I think to try eat clean and balanced diet is more important than focusing on weight loss. For me eating clean is cutting off processed food. It's been proven that the shit they add to food is messing up our appetite by influencing the hormones and that's pick of the iceberg Sure there is no point being fascist about it and 80/20 idea seems like the best option. Its all about setting up a positive attitude that i chose to eat healthy even if it means no 6 pack. I see a lot of crazy ideas out there in the fitness world where people rather eat processed crap than fruits and vegetables. And I really don't think this is good.
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Tammy
It comes to self control and discipline to reprogram your mindset and body to accept the better lifestyle.
Yo-yo dieting is caused to giving into cravings of wanting donuts, macdonald's etc.
I've had to make the decision on what I want and what should I have because in the end of the day, my body will begin to stress over to rid the toxins and unhealthy food intake.
As much I enjoy macdonald's KFC pizza even Oporto.
I've gone to mostly healthier meals plans that is apart of the food pyramid. I've even started to stop drinking soda drinks as I'm starting to suffer from chronic dehydration. Listening my body has become the norm for me as I've become better. Even stronger.
I don't have sugar much no more. And have been better since.
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It comes to self control and discipline to reprogram your mindset and body to accept the better lifestyle.
Yo-yo dieting is caused to giving into cravings of wanting donuts, macdonald's etc.
I've had to make the decision on what I want and what should I have because in the end of the day, my body will begin to stress over to rid the toxins and unhealthy food intake.
As much I enjoy macdonald's KFC pizza even Oporto.
I've gone to mostly healthier meals plans that is apart of the food pyramid. I've even started to stop drinking soda drinks as I'm starting to suffer from chronic dehydration. Listening my body has become the norm for me as I've become better. Even stronger.
I don't have sugar much no more. And have been better since.
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Marta
Eating clean helps with general health, but also helps with getting your caloric deficit in order. For me eating clean doesn-t mean eating 100% clean. If I-m bulking or maintaining I-ll be a little more open to not-so-clean foods (for example, adding maple syrup to my yogurt, while I-m in a deficit I-ll be more cautious with what I put in my mouth. Let-s face it, eating 100% clean is not sustainable with the shitload of ultraprocessed, convenient, tasty foods out there. It-s just a matter of being conscious of if it-s the right time, if you-re gonna truly enjoy it, the portions, etc. After all, what you eat on a daily basis does matter much more than what you eat twice a month.
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Eating clean helps with general health, but also helps with getting your caloric deficit in order. For me eating clean doesn-t mean eating 100% clean. If I-m bulking or maintaining I-ll be a little more open to not-so-clean foods (for example, adding maple syrup to my yogurt, while I-m in a deficit I-ll be more cautious with what I put in my mouth. Let-s face it, eating 100% clean is not sustainable with the shitload of ultraprocessed, convenient, tasty foods out there. It-s just a matter of being conscious of if it-s the right time, if you-re gonna truly enjoy it, the portions, etc. After all, what you eat on a daily basis does matter much more than what you eat twice a month.
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Vex
Tbh I cut out processed foods and I'm having no issues sticking to whole foods, whole grains and lean protein. Fruits taste sweeter, yogurt and granola tastes like a dessert now lol my problem is the macros and counting calories. That's what I find stressful cuz I don't know how to go about it in a simple way or where I'm not eating the same pre-made meal all week. Plus I haven't gotten a food scale yet so it would be super hard to meal prep by making a large quantity and splitting it up into prepped meals to fit my daily macros.
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Tbh I cut out processed foods and I'm having no issues sticking to whole foods, whole grains and lean protein. Fruits taste sweeter, yogurt and granola tastes like a dessert now lol my problem is the macros and counting calories. That's what I find stressful cuz I don't know how to go about it in a simple way or where I'm not eating the same pre-made meal all week. Plus I haven't gotten a food scale yet so it would be super hard to meal prep by making a large quantity and splitting it up into prepped meals to fit my daily macros.
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Yakziv
I really hate it when nutrionists or fitness experts do this! It is so not cool to lie to people. There are certain food types that you really have to get rid of, so you can reach your fitness goals. Advice like this is highly unrealistic! I'm addicted to sugar and I know darn well that I am not going to just eat one doughnut or one cookie in a week- I've tried it! Foods that are loaded with sugar or fat, only make you want more sugar and fat.
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I really hate it when nutrionists or fitness experts do this! It is so not cool to lie to people. There are certain food types that you really have to get rid of, so you can reach your fitness goals. Advice like this is highly unrealistic! I'm addicted to sugar and I know darn well that I am not going to just eat one doughnut or one cookie in a week- I've tried it! Foods that are loaded with sugar or fat, only make you want more sugar and fat.
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workout
Agree with most of the advice here. True, if we really listen to everything there is nothing left to eat. One thing I'd disagree with is: food can't make us feel anything. Nothing on the outside can make us feel deprived or guilty or restricted. If it was true everyone would feel the same. It's our thinking about the food or eating plan that makes us feel anything. --- When we realize that we can stop giving our power away to the food
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Agree with most of the advice here. True, if we really listen to everything there is nothing left to eat. One thing I'd disagree with is: food can't make us feel anything. Nothing on the outside can make us feel deprived or guilty or restricted. If it was true everyone would feel the same. It's our thinking about the food or eating plan that makes us feel anything. --- When we realize that we can stop giving our power away to the food
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Redefining
I've appreciated all of the comments and found the discussion extremely interesting. The key point of this is finding the balance right for you, which may or may not include some -junk food. - We need to stop forcing our PERSONAL beliefs on others in terms of what is right and wrong. Because even reading these comments, you can see no one fully agrees on exactly what is -clean. -
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I've appreciated all of the comments and found the discussion extremely interesting. The key point of this is finding the balance right for you, which may or may not include some -junk food. - We need to stop forcing our PERSONAL beliefs on others in terms of what is right and wrong. Because even reading these comments, you can see no one fully agrees on exactly what is -clean. -
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Kayla
When I started tracking my food for weight loss the revelation was in the macros. The amount of fat I ate was too high and the leading cause of weight gain. Once I brought my fat to 25% of calories I saw results and I found that I could eat 3 great meals and still a snack. So all food is fair game. Clean eating for me was curbing fatty foods in the form of fast food and chips.
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When I started tracking my food for weight loss the revelation was in the macros. The amount of fat I ate was too high and the leading cause of weight gain. Once I brought my fat to 25% of calories I saw results and I found that I could eat 3 great meals and still a snack. So all food is fair game. Clean eating for me was curbing fatty foods in the form of fast food and chips.
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