Maureen Boyle Posted May 5, 2015 Share Posted May 5, 2015 BF: What are you eating? me: Scrambled eggs, sauerkraut and sweet potatoes BF: Huh. And you don't even flinch. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Derek` Posted May 6, 2015 Share Posted May 6, 2015 co-worker: I went out for chinese last night and if you don't eat the rice it's not that bad. I got the Happy Family with 3 different kinds of meat. Lots of protein! me: i wonder what kind of oil they use. co-worker: oh yeah. it's probably peanut oil. I'm thinking soy sauce, flour and/or cornstarch, MSG, but I didn't say anything else. Ironic that that the white rice - though not W30 approved - is pretty much innocuous compared to the who-knows-what was in/on her meat and veg. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Biba26 Posted May 8, 2015 Share Posted May 8, 2015 When I was breastfeeding my 6 month old baby my (overweight) Mother-in-Law was living with us and made so many comments on a daily basis: MIL: Don't you need a lot of protein for breastfeeding? Me: Well I eat eggs every breakfast and meat with lunch and dinner MIL: Eggs have protein? *hears baby crying/fussing* MIL: She is probably allergic to all the veggies you are eating. MIL: Are you sure you're making enough milk? You have no boobs anymore! (I am a B cup) Pediatrician: You're not feeding her cereal? She needs it to get her iron! MIL talking about my toddler: Her tooth enamel is going to erode from eating too much fruit. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Carrots&Blueberries Posted May 9, 2015 Share Posted May 9, 2015 When I was breastfeeding my 6 month old baby my (overweight) Mother-in-Law was living with us and made so many comments on a daily basis: MIL: Eggs have protein? *hears baby crying/fussing* MIL: She is probably allergic to all the veggies you are eating. Pediatrician: You're not feeding her cereal? She needs it to get her iron! MIL talking about my toddler: Her tooth enamel is going to erode from eating too much fruit. Ugh - the MIL comments are funny to hear (must have been deeply annoying for you, though - also there must be some rule about not criticizing your DIL's breasts, right? you just don't do that....) But the doctor comment is --- argh!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SpinSpin Posted May 11, 2015 Share Posted May 11, 2015 LOL Biba--we tried cereal with our little guy when he was that age, and all he did was push it right back out (we even did delayed feeding) and so we said okie dokie, and off to avocado and zucchini for him and never looked back. He doesn't even KNOW what cold cereal is! or hot for that matter--he has never had it and we have never had an issue with him not having enough iron. Stick to your guns mama! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
veromama Posted May 11, 2015 Share Posted May 11, 2015 I totally agree about the cereals. My oldest still had some, did him absolutely no good! My youngest never even had a spoonful and he's doing great. No iron (or any other) issues whatsoever! You're doing good Biba. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maureen Boyle Posted May 17, 2015 Share Posted May 17, 2015 I was out with some friends yesterday and one pointed out that there was a cauliflower steak on the menu. I replied that it came with beans, so I couldn't have it. She keeps kosher, so se said, "oh... like Passover.... for a MONTH??? Are you crazy?" I was hoping to convince my friends to try the Whole 30 this fall, but I'm pretty sure I've lost Rachel already. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
goldenangel23 Posted May 20, 2015 Share Posted May 20, 2015 I was eating breakfast at work (veggies and a compliant chicken sausage) and a co-worker comes in covered in brownies, looks at my plate and says 'A hot dog? I don't feel so bad about brownies for breakfast now!' Um... That is not *quite* the same. Then she proceeds to say that she doesn't like veggies, but mine always smell so good. She's more of a fruit (or brownies) girl... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Munkers Posted May 22, 2015 Share Posted May 22, 2015 *after repeatedly explaining my gluten issues and that bread, etc. is no bueno* Boss: Hey, I made sure there's a cheese pizza since I know you're picky. On an entirely separate occasion: Boss (to me): What kind of toppings do you want for pizza? Me: I can't eat pizza. *cue boss has NO idea why I'm declining, I attempt to explain that gluten=flour and pizza is made with flour. She is completely boggled. Like, as if I had just tried to teach her astrophysics.* I just love the implication that "hey, I have a food allergy" has translated into 1. I must be a picky eater and/or 2. I'm a vegetarian. Neither is remotely true. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Administrators ladyshanny Posted May 22, 2015 Administrators Share Posted May 22, 2015 I just love the implication that "hey, I have a food allergy" has translated into 1. I must be a picky eater and/or 2. I'm a vegetarian. Neither is remotely true. The number of times that I have explained no grains etc and then been offered a vegetarian restaurant/food dish as an option boggles the mind! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kirkor Posted May 22, 2015 Share Posted May 22, 2015 +1 on the vegetarian confusion. I mean, I get that there'd be some overlap in a Venn diagram, but still, it shouldn't be that hard to keep straight. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Carlaccini Posted May 22, 2015 Share Posted May 22, 2015 This was a couple of years ago where I went to a restaurant (I believe they are a chain of restaurants in Western Canada) where they specify that they have a gluten free menu options. So I ordered a bunless burger and a salad which had a variety of nuts, seeds etc. added to the salad. The waitress then argued with me that if I was gluten and dairy sensitive I should order the salad without the nuts. I told her that unless the nuts and seeds were coated with flour, that they should be fine. She looked at me strange at that point - like I didn't know what I was talking about. I had no real issue with the waitress herself - after all not everyone is aware of what a gluten sensitivity is. However, I was slightly appalled that a restaurant that market's itself as GF - doesn't take the time to explain to the staff what GF actually is..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eetzurbrainzz Posted May 22, 2015 Share Posted May 22, 2015 I just saw an Atkins commercial that really ticked me off...it was advertising "candies" so that people who "missed indulging" on their sweets could satisfy (fall victim to) their cravings. The commercial ended with some stupid slogan like "Cut carbs...lose weight." Really???? I guess it's just after all I've learned about being healthy from Whole30, stuff like this just really gets under my skin. First of all, they're wrong about cutting carbs altogether, but it's also horrible that they're pushing these sugar-alcohol laden, chemically formulated balls of garbage on these poor misguided people. Oh, sure, you'll lose some weight, but you'll be spending some "quality" time with your toilet! Those rotten things wreck your system. I'd rather be pudgy than be sick from eating fake "diet" candy. People need to wake up and educate themselves about what they're doing to their bodies. End rant. Thanks for reading. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Administrators ladyshanny Posted May 23, 2015 Administrators Share Posted May 23, 2015 I just saw an Atkins commercial that really ticked me off...it was advertising "candies" so that people who "missed indulging" on their sweets could satisfy (fall victim to) their cravings. The commercial ended with some stupid slogan like "Cut carbs...lose weight." Really???? I guess it's just after all I've learned about being healthy from Whole30, stuff like this just really gets under my skin. First of all, they're wrong about cutting carbs altogether, but it's also horrible that they're pushing these sugar-alcohol laden, chemically formulated balls of garbage on these poor misguided people. Oh, sure, you'll lose some weight, but you'll be spending some "quality" time with your toilet! Those rotten things wreck your system. I'd rather be pudgy than be sick from eating fake "diet" candy. People need to wake up and educate themselves about what they're doing to their bodies. End rant. Thanks for reading. They also paint all humans with the same brush (cut carbs, lose weight) and they forget to mention "Cut carbs, lose your mother effing mind for 2 weeks a month, nearly get divorced, have high anxiety, lose focus, wicked headache, oh we're sorry, women actually need carbs but screw your physical needs, LOSE WEIGHT." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MeadowLily Posted May 23, 2015 Share Posted May 23, 2015 Oh Mercy, My. You two are on a roll and it is hilarious. Hey, it's Friday night. I'm glad we're having some fun. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eetzurbrainzz Posted May 23, 2015 Share Posted May 23, 2015 On a much less ranty note, my favorite reaction when people ask about my "diet" is: "Oh, I could never do that." I usually just smile a pained smile and think, "Oh, you definitely could...you just don't want to." I want to tell them not to sell themselves short; they're certainly capable! Another thing I thought was funny was how surprised people were at how much I spend on groceries every week. I got the eyebrow raise, and "What??!! You spend $165 for 2 people??? I spend just over $100 for a family of four..." We tried explaining how we fill our cart with fresh veggies and good proteins. Also when you do the math, it's just under $25 a day, which I really don't think is horrible, especially since we're eating three huge delicious meals every single day. Just priorotize your budget! I also didn't bother mentioning that $165 is actually a cheap week for us... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JulieP757 Posted May 23, 2015 Share Posted May 23, 2015 Good food is my #1 expense. It is about priorities I don't eat out much, so there are savings there. My aunt "But Special K is good for you". Um - no it's not. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MTNan Posted May 23, 2015 Share Posted May 23, 2015 On a much less ranty note, my favorite reaction when people ask about my "diet" is: "Oh, I could never do that." I usually just smile a pained smile and think, "Oh, you definitely could...you just don't want to." I want to tell them not to sell themselves short; they're certainly capable! I usually respond with "if you think you couldn't do without (fill in the blank), then it's probably even more important that you give it up." But only to good friends of course! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moderators SugarcubeOD Posted May 26, 2015 Moderators Share Posted May 26, 2015 Another thing I thought was funny was how surprised people were at how much I spend on groceries every week. I got the eyebrow raise, and "What??!! You spend $165 for 2 people??? I spend just over $100 for a family of four..." We tried explaining how we fill our cart with fresh veggies and good proteins. Also when you do the math, it's just under $25 a day, which I really don't think is horrible, especially since we're eating three huge delicious meals every single day. Just priorotize your budget! I also didn't bother mentioning that $165 is actually a cheap week for us... I find it hilarious when people tout that they 'only' spend $100 a week for a family of four... I hear that all the time and the next question I ask is 'do you count all the money from eating out in that $100?' The answer is always, well no, you said 'groceries'. And I say, yes well everything that goes into my mouth, including beverages, is made out of INGREDIENTS in my kitchen... so it's not really fair to compare your $100 for a family of four, plus eating out to my '$100/week'. Duh! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ghennessy Posted June 3, 2015 Share Posted June 3, 2015 friend: "do you eat cheese" me: no friend: "how do you get protein??" ...i cant Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Administrators ladyshanny Posted June 3, 2015 Administrators Share Posted June 3, 2015 friend: "do you eat cheese" me: no friend: "how do you get protein??" ...i cant OMG, LOL!!!!!!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Physibeth Posted June 14, 2015 Share Posted June 14, 2015 friend: "do you eat cheese" me: no friend: "how do you get protein??" ...i cant LOL! I really hope you looked at this friend and said with a straight face something like "tasty tasty animals". Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rebe_J Posted June 14, 2015 Share Posted June 14, 2015 Another thing I thought was funny was how surprised people were at how much I spend on groceries every week. I got the eyebrow raise, and "What??!! You spend $165 for 2 people??? I spend just over $100 for a family of four..." We tried explaining how we fill our cart with fresh veggies and good proteins. Also when you do the math, it's just under $25 a day, which I really don't think is horrible, especially since we're eating three huge delicious meals every single day. Just prioritize your budget! Being the smart-a$$ that I am, I like to ask these people this question. "Have you priced a heart attack lately? How about a stroke? The daily rate in ICU?" Husband and I have had NO medical bills (other than preventative & exams) since 2008. We take no prescription medicines. I'm 62 and he's 71. A big part is genetic, I know, but IMO, lifestyle often trumps genes. YMMV Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kirkor Posted June 14, 2015 Share Posted June 14, 2015 ...but IMO, lifestyle often trumps genes. Epigenetics! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrsPefy13 Posted June 15, 2015 Share Posted June 15, 2015 I overheard my coworkers talking about weight loss today and I just HAD to share this gem: "Well, you know women are only supposed to have 1200 - 1500 calories per day" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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