One of my goals is to eat a much more natural diet. I don't plan on going crazy and not ever eating those things that I love but I hope to find healthier alternatives to most of what I currently eat.
We have all heard about the pitfalls of high fructose corn syrup and hydrogenated oils. So, after doing a bunch of research, I decided to take a huge leap. I wanted to remove everything in my pantry that had either. I think it actually finally triggered when I noticed that sugar was the second ingredient listed in my Seasoned Salt. Seriously?? Sugar in my salt?? Good LORD! I couldn't believe how much stuff I actually had to throw away. This crap is in EVERYTHING. No wonder people have such a hard time staying healthy. Even those that work out and think they are fit often end up with some sort of disease. It's crazy! (And, no, in case you're wondering, I did not throw away my seasoned salt because it has sugar in it.)
There were a couple of things that I had to put back :-) Don't laugh. I'm only human! I couldn't get rid of my Skippy creamy peanut butter and my BBQ sauce. (Oh wait, and I KNOW I kept some emergency top ramen LOL). I decided to keep those two items until I find "suitable" replacements. I have been actively looking for a new peanut butter. I've tried a few (mostly hated 'em) - Adams 100% Natural is decent, but I'm still looking. It's hard to find one with the right texture and taste without the sugar and hydrogenated oil. Just bought the Trader Joe's Organic brand and will see how that one tastes.
The other things that was surprising and a huge frustration is the apparent toxicity of cooking oil. I mean, come on, WTH. Are these companies really trying to kill us? When does it become ok to sacrifice the health of your consumer for the sake of more profits? Ooooh, don't let me get started. I really am not a crackpot! Back to the oils. Most oil is bad for you - canola oil (yes canola), vegetable oil, soybean oil, etc. The only ones that are supposedly ok are olive oil (definitely go organic; good for grilling and sauteing) and coconut oil (again, go for the organic brand; good for higher temperatures i.e. frying). I use both now although I haven't fully eliminated canola oil - I do like fried chicken on occasion! I haven't found a suitable substitute for that yet :-) I did recently hear of a restaurant that fries their chicken in the oven. Interesting, so I think I'll try that one next time I want some fried chicken.
I want to share a blog post that I read recently. I'd be interested in hearing what others have to say. I'm concerned because I think we get really defensive when people start talking about health and fitness, as if someone is attacking us personally. I really would like to get past this reaction and into a more positive place - one where I don't really care what others think - skinny, thick, overweight, or obese... as long as I am moving towards becoming a healthier me then to hell with anyone else.
Anyway, here's the link:
http://www.whatdcpeoplehate.com/2010/11/if-i-work-out-black-men-wont-love-me.html
Love to hear from you!
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