Comments on: New Research Shows Food Thoughts Will Make You Fat http://www.bodyincredible.com/new-research-shows-food-thoughts-will-make-you-fat/ Tue, 31 Jan 2012 22:16:22 +0000 hourly 1 By: Kat Eden http://www.bodyincredible.com/new-research-shows-food-thoughts-will-make-you-fat/comment-page-1/#comment-2310 Kat Eden Thu, 07 Jan 2010 22:12:31 +0000 http://www.bodyincredible.com/?p=1332#comment-2310 Dave - I'm still not a soy fan, but your comment is (as always) very well considered, and well written, and you're right of course that science can't always be trusted. Thanks for chiming in. Dave – I’m still not a soy fan, but your comment is (as always) very well considered, and well written, and you’re right of course that science can’t always be trusted. Thanks for chiming in.

]]> By: Fish Eyed Dave http://www.bodyincredible.com/new-research-shows-food-thoughts-will-make-you-fat/comment-page-1/#comment-2306 Fish Eyed Dave Thu, 07 Jan 2010 14:38:52 +0000 http://www.bodyincredible.com/?p=1332#comment-2306 Hi Kat, I must say the soy debate is confusing. There are numerous journal articles spouting forth the benefits of soy, anti-cancer, anti-tumour, lowers cholesterol, anti-ageing, weight-loss. There is an abundance of science showing its benefits. Yet on the other side, there is also a lot of talk about its dangers. In terms of science, the benefits of soy are winning outright at the moment. Not to say that the science is correct. Science is always changing with new evidence. However, not having read the book. "the whole soy story" I can't really comment. All I can definitely say is that I have eaten whole soya beans, and can personally guarantee their health benefits as a whole food, provided they are not genetically modified, and preferably organic. But whether processed soy in its numerous forms is beneficial is highly questionable. Important take-home pointers regarding soy - be wary if any hormonal issues exist. As part of a balanced diet, remember variety variety variety. Be careful of processed foods, as nowadays they're putting soya in everything - soya flour, soya oil, soya protein....etc. Too much of a good thing, is not good, so have nothing in excess except for greens! Happy living! Hi Kat, I must say the soy debate is confusing. There are numerous journal articles spouting forth the benefits of soy, anti-cancer, anti-tumour, lowers cholesterol, anti-ageing, weight-loss. There is an abundance of science showing its benefits. Yet on the other side, there is also a lot of talk about its dangers. In terms of science, the benefits of soy are winning outright at the moment. Not to say that the science is correct. Science is always changing with new evidence. However, not having read the book. “the whole soy story” I can’t really comment. All I can definitely say is that I have eaten whole soya beans, and can personally guarantee their health benefits as a whole food, provided they are not genetically modified, and preferably organic. But whether processed soy in its numerous forms is beneficial is highly questionable. Important take-home pointers regarding soy – be wary if any hormonal issues exist. As part of a balanced diet, remember variety variety variety. Be careful of processed foods, as nowadays they’re putting soya in everything – soya flour, soya oil, soya protein….etc. Too much of a good thing, is not good, so have nothing in excess except for greens! Happy living!

]]> By: Kat http://www.bodyincredible.com/new-research-shows-food-thoughts-will-make-you-fat/comment-page-1/#comment-2285 Kat Fri, 25 Dec 2009 00:28:16 +0000 http://www.bodyincredible.com/?p=1332#comment-2285 @ Dave - great comment, thanks for chipping in! ALthough I don't agree with the recommendation to include soy foods. My personal feeling on soy, based on the research I've done, is that it shouldn't even be labeled a food. Even if organic and fermented. The hormonal implications are just too damaging. The book "The Whole Soy Story" by Kayla Daniels is a great reference point. @ Dave – great comment, thanks for chipping in! ALthough I don’t agree with the recommendation to include soy foods. My personal feeling on soy, based on the research I’ve done, is that it shouldn’t even be labeled a food. Even if organic and fermented. The hormonal implications are just too damaging. The book “The Whole Soy Story” by Kayla Daniels is a great reference point.

]]> By: David Arenson http://www.bodyincredible.com/new-research-shows-food-thoughts-will-make-you-fat/comment-page-1/#comment-2279 David Arenson Wed, 23 Dec 2009 04:32:47 +0000 http://www.bodyincredible.com/?p=1332#comment-2279 Hi Lisa. As Kat points out, there are numerous factors affecting your metabolism. Healthy food does not immediately lead to weight loss. It's essential not to starve your body. Many people false believe that a diet will lead to weight loss, when all it does is make your body go into starvation mode. Regular eating of protein and good quality fats is a foundation. See Kat's other articles for some great ideas about omega 3's in particular. Also, there are probably hormonal factors involved. I would advocate additional soya foods as a replacement for meat, Tempeh is a fermented soya bean paste. Have wild meats 1-2 weeks max. (e.g. kangaroo) Eat small portions regularly. Snacks keep our blood sugar levels balanced. And most importantly: 1. Drinks loads of reverse osmosis filtered water 2. Build muscle via weight-bearing exercise. Best plan is to get a personal trainer and train 3 times a week. Muscle replaces fat, and works for you by increasing your metabolism, which will in turn, burn more fat. Good luck! Hi Lisa.
As Kat points out, there are numerous factors affecting your metabolism. Healthy food does not immediately lead to weight loss. It’s essential not to starve your body. Many people false believe that a diet will lead to weight loss, when all it does is make your body go into starvation mode. Regular eating of protein and good quality fats is a foundation. See Kat’s other articles for some great ideas about omega 3′s in particular. Also, there are probably hormonal factors involved. I would advocate additional soya foods as a replacement for meat, Tempeh is a fermented soya bean paste. Have wild meats 1-2 weeks max. (e.g. kangaroo)

Eat small portions regularly. Snacks keep our blood sugar levels balanced.

And most importantly: 1. Drinks loads of reverse osmosis filtered water
2. Build muscle via weight-bearing exercise. Best plan is to get a personal trainer and train 3 times a week. Muscle replaces fat, and works for you by increasing your metabolism, which will in turn, burn more fat. Good luck!

]]> By: Kat http://www.bodyincredible.com/new-research-shows-food-thoughts-will-make-you-fat/comment-page-1/#comment-2278 Kat Tue, 22 Dec 2009 23:46:58 +0000 http://www.bodyincredible.com/?p=1332#comment-2278 Hi Lisa, That definitely sounds frustrating. The good news is that you've made a great start by being so health-focused for 6 weeks, but the bad news is that sometimes it can take much longer for that to 're-set' your metabolism. It's partly about neural patterns - if your body has had a pattern of storing fat for months and years then it really can take (perhaps not an equivalent time) a while to change that pattern. Food and exercise is the best place to start, but it's just that - a start. I do believe your thoughts play a part as well, retraining the brain, so to speak. Expecting and believing that you will and are losing weight. Having said all that, are you including enough protein and good fat in your diet? Many people struggle with weight loss when they focus too much on salads, veg, fruit etc and not enough on protein and fat - those are the two most important macronutrients when it comes to fat loss. Kat Hi Lisa,
That definitely sounds frustrating. The good news is that you’ve made a great start by being so health-focused for 6 weeks, but the bad news is that sometimes it can take much longer for that to ‘re-set’ your metabolism. It’s partly about neural patterns – if your body has had a pattern of storing fat for months and years then it really can take (perhaps not an equivalent time) a while to change that pattern. Food and exercise is the best place to start, but it’s just that – a start. I do believe your thoughts play a part as well, retraining the brain, so to speak. Expecting and believing that you will and are losing weight.
Having said all that, are you including enough protein and good fat in your diet? Many people struggle with weight loss when they focus too much on salads, veg, fruit etc and not enough on protein and fat – those are the two most important macronutrients when it comes to fat loss.
Kat

]]> By: Lisa http://www.bodyincredible.com/new-research-shows-food-thoughts-will-make-you-fat/comment-page-1/#comment-2277 Lisa Tue, 22 Dec 2009 21:47:34 +0000 http://www.bodyincredible.com/?p=1332#comment-2277 Interesting. It does sound far fetched but who knows? I've always been frustrated because I'm eating soooo much healthier than I used to. Whole grains, fruits and fresh, organic veggies while cutting out all refined carbs and dairy. Instead of fast food for lunch, I'm eating a large salad with with tons of veggies and 1 tablespoon of light vinaigrette every day. I also started fast walking 45 minutes a day. Guess how much weight I've lost? 2 lbs in 6 weeks. I'm getting close to menopause and taking meds that may cause weight gain so that might be part of it. It's aggravating that people look at me and assume I eat junk food all day like my 6'4" and 180 lb hubby. Interesting. It does sound far fetched but who knows?

I’ve always been frustrated because I’m eating soooo much healthier than I used to. Whole grains, fruits and fresh, organic veggies while cutting out all refined carbs and dairy. Instead of fast food for lunch, I’m eating a large salad with with tons of veggies and 1 tablespoon of light vinaigrette every day. I also started fast walking 45 minutes a day. Guess how much weight I’ve lost? 2 lbs in 6 weeks.

I’m getting close to menopause and taking meds that may cause weight gain so that might be part of it. It’s aggravating that people look at me and assume I eat junk food all day like my 6’4″ and 180 lb hubby.

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