Sounds like you have a solid plan now. The resistance training will likely serve you well now that you are at maintenance. Perfect time to get stronger and build that endurance. Newbie gains are the best I am always so happy when I am seeing huge weight jumps or reps the first several months.
I like the McDougal plan also because it lets me have more starchy foods that I feel like are "cheats" Extra potatoes or pasta... yes please. I do agree that limiting oil has been one of the main factors in my success this time also. I will probably eat more starches as I get closer to goal weight. I still got 60+ pounds to go.
Health is my main reason also even though the pandemic stress and struggles got me off plan last time.
It is hard to explain to other people but I get use to the "wetness" of whole foods and then processed junk just feel so pointless to eat because it is lacking the water and fiber.
Awesome work on maintaining your weight. Are you incorporating any exercising? Other than weight loss what health improvements have you seen?
I love the how not to die and how not to diet books. It was my first pick based solely on the large colored photos of the food on every other page. 1/2 recipe. 1/2 picture of the book.
You might know this but often those intense cravings are often your body saying it is needing a nutrient and is trying to convince you to feed it. You might just try eating some nuts or some fat to help make it more bearable.
it is so true. They become sudden "experts" on the topic they know nothing about. It is the field people believe they know everything about without any formal training needed.
You are in the right place and was exactly why this place was created. I was in alllllll of the plant based nutrition places on Reddit and don't plan on going back either.
I don't plan on engaging too much on "debates" but I did just share an article about children working in slaughterhouses.
I was not the mod at any of the places on Reddit but look forward to building a community and friendships here. We all could use some extra motivation or encouragement from time to time. The world is mostly against us and it's nice to have support.
The health aspect is my main goal for following this type of eating. the weight loss, environmental benefits, and animal rights are important but not the intended focus of this community.
Please share any of your recipes and stories you found helpful during your time of lurking.
It is commonly just B12 that you really might want to supplement. B12 is not made by animals either. It is dirt from the ground. Since we sanitize most of our food it can be hard to get unless you are eating b12 fortified foods or taken a supplement. You don't need much though. Just a small weekly serving is enough for most people.
However, you can get blood tests done to check your levels and I believe it is commonly thought that people have YEARS worth of B12 stored up before becoming deficient.
Also D3 if you are not outside 30-60 min a day depending on the sunshine level at your location.
Iodine if you aren't using iodized salt.
and that's it. Everything else can be gotten in adequate supplies from plants and whole foods.
that sounds amazing! People are usually so surprised by the colors. It once took me 5 people to figure out how to scan it at the grocery store register because they hadn't seen it before.
was it just using water to saute them? That is something I still struggle with and never can get the water quantity right.
I do find alot of the recipes are bland, especially, if a person is new to eating plant based.
I can almost taste the recipe. It sounds so good. I love eating soup and I can always sneak in any leftovers or add extra beans when needed.
sounds delicious. thanks for sharing!
Sounds like you have a solid plan now. The resistance training will likely serve you well now that you are at maintenance. Perfect time to get stronger and build that endurance. Newbie gains are the best I am always so happy when I am seeing huge weight jumps or reps the first several months.
Thanks for sharing!
I like the McDougal plan also because it lets me have more starchy foods that I feel like are "cheats" Extra potatoes or pasta... yes please. I do agree that limiting oil has been one of the main factors in my success this time also. I will probably eat more starches as I get closer to goal weight. I still got 60+ pounds to go.
Health is my main reason also even though the pandemic stress and struggles got me off plan last time.
It is hard to explain to other people but I get use to the "wetness" of whole foods and then processed junk just feel so pointless to eat because it is lacking the water and fiber.
Awesome work on maintaining your weight. Are you incorporating any exercising? Other than weight loss what health improvements have you seen?
that company name though. Really hitting home the importance of casein
I setup https://lemmy.world/c/wfpb and it is barren also. It was pretty cool for the two days Reddit was blacked out but now nothing.... So sad
I love the how not to die and how not to diet books. It was my first pick based solely on the large colored photos of the food on every other page. 1/2 recipe. 1/2 picture of the book.
Thank you for the kind words. Please feel free to share anything you want with the community.
You might know this but often those intense cravings are often your body saying it is needing a nutrient and is trying to convince you to feed it. You might just try eating some nuts or some fat to help make it more bearable.
it is so true. They become sudden "experts" on the topic they know nothing about. It is the field people believe they know everything about without any formal training needed.
mashed potatoes, vegan mac and cheese, pizza, and tacos.
Although I am pretty content eating smoothies, oatmeal, salads, soups, and stir-fry most days.
glad to have you here!
You are in the right place and was exactly why this place was created. I was in alllllll of the plant based nutrition places on Reddit and don't plan on going back either.
I don't plan on engaging too much on "debates" but I did just share an article about children working in slaughterhouses.
I was not the mod at any of the places on Reddit but look forward to building a community and friendships here. We all could use some extra motivation or encouragement from time to time. The world is mostly against us and it's nice to have support.
The health aspect is my main goal for following this type of eating. the weight loss, environmental benefits, and animal rights are important but not the intended focus of this community.
Please share any of your recipes and stories you found helpful during your time of lurking.
It is commonly just B12 that you really might want to supplement. B12 is not made by animals either. It is dirt from the ground. Since we sanitize most of our food it can be hard to get unless you are eating b12 fortified foods or taken a supplement. You don't need much though. Just a small weekly serving is enough for most people.
However, you can get blood tests done to check your levels and I believe it is commonly thought that people have YEARS worth of B12 stored up before becoming deficient.
Also D3 if you are not outside 30-60 min a day depending on the sunshine level at your location.
Iodine if you aren't using iodized salt.
and that's it. Everything else can be gotten in adequate supplies from plants and whole foods.
I have never heard of this before but I would be interested in learning more about it in my area. Thanks for sharing!
that sounds amazing! People are usually so surprised by the colors. It once took me 5 people to figure out how to scan it at the grocery store register because they hadn't seen it before.
do you have a particular recipe or seasonings you use? Would love to learn what works the best for you.
looks like a solid list but what is with the order? I feel like they are just random
Let's hope this takes off. Look forward to building the communities here.