SBD pros/cons, and other diet thoughts.
I decided to take a break tonight from the sewing (pressing actually), and ended up reading up on the SBD diet info on the net, especially the criticisms. I also want to point out that those dieting on SBD or Atkins, and on anti-depressants, should read the big bolded quote behind the cut.
Some equal SBD to Atkins, which it is not. SBD does encourage eating fruits, veggies, and whole grains, which Atkins apparantly doesn't. SBD also encourages eating low-fat meats & cheeses, and nuts, and beans, while Atkins encourages eating high fat meats & cheeses, and no nuts or beans.
Amusingly, I found one site that blasts SBD, calls it a fad diet, equates it to Atkins in some ways, nitpicks at some of the food restrictions (which I wonder about as well) then goes on later to say that the most successful diets are "a diet low in saturated animal fats, and high in fruits, vegetables and high-fiber-containing carbohydrates like beans and whole grains. ... One can add nuts to the list as well, since despite their caloric density, a 2003 review concluded eating nuts every day might actually help one maintain or even lose weight." Hmmm... that's exactly what SBD recommends. I think they just didn't like that SBD is making money from the sales of their books and online membership in their forums. Oh, and that it seems to me they would prefer people to be vegetarians, which can be a healthy lifestyle, but not for me. I've come to realize that I need the proteins from chicken, fish & cheeses to be happy & full when I eat, so long as I don't overdo the amounts.
Then there is this article about how eating proteins makes you feel full, so you end up eating less. I think that's what I am doing, as I really don't have to eat a lot of protein foods to feel full.
This is an interesting long quote from another site:
The South Beach diet has its flaws, and not everyone loses weight on it.
Women who are pear-shaped, with the weight on their hips, will have a harder time losing it than those with weight in their bellies, Agatston acknowledges. (The good news for them, says Agatston, is that the pear-shaped are less at risk of heart disease, although they will need to exercise more to lose weight.) Millions of Americans taking anti-depressants may also have difficulty losing weight on it, Agatston says, as they also do with Atkins, for reasons that aren't clear. ...
Pasta must be whole grain even in the maintenance phase, and foods such as bananas and baked potatoes - which can be as low as 100 calories and contain potassium - are off limits, because they have natural sugars or starches that Agatston contends cause hunger. Sacks, of Harvard, contends that these restrictions may be taking it a bit too far.
"Pineapple is very healthy, with loads of fiber and potassium. And I wouldn't run down bananas," which have been shown in studies to lower blood pressure and are high in potassium and fiber.
I think I would like to have some pineapple, as I really enjoy it. I also enjoy bananas, and I have been eating them when my cramps get to me, although I share the whole thing with my son, but I haven't felt anything adverse from eating them.
Something I have also been wondering about is how this compares to "YOU on a Diet: The Owner's Manual for Waist Management" plan. While I haven't read that one, from what I've seen on Oprah and on PBS, they seem similar, although YoaD seems less restrictive overall, and more encouraging for long term eating, and exercise.
Well, here's a few articles I will just link to:
'You: On a Diet' -- Experts Speak Out by ABC News. Lots of differing opinions.
The science behind appetite. Best advice, eat some nuts & have a drink of water before eating your meal.
Here's a good general overview, that tells me that this also has a two-week induction plan that's similar to SBD, but includes walking!
That last one linked to this interesting page on 8 secrets to dieting success!
Here's another YoaD link, and this time it offered a short rundown on the major points of the diet plan.
And all of this just reminds me... move more. That is my remaining healthy being plan is the lack of aerobic daily movement in my life. Once I get that going, then I will kick in with some strength training.
Well, bed time now. I have a busy day tomorrow getting Cam registered for kindergarten.
Some equal SBD to Atkins, which it is not. SBD does encourage eating fruits, veggies, and whole grains, which Atkins apparantly doesn't. SBD also encourages eating low-fat meats & cheeses, and nuts, and beans, while Atkins encourages eating high fat meats & cheeses, and no nuts or beans.
Amusingly, I found one site that blasts SBD, calls it a fad diet, equates it to Atkins in some ways, nitpicks at some of the food restrictions (which I wonder about as well) then goes on later to say that the most successful diets are "a diet low in saturated animal fats, and high in fruits, vegetables and high-fiber-containing carbohydrates like beans and whole grains. ... One can add nuts to the list as well, since despite their caloric density, a 2003 review concluded eating nuts every day might actually help one maintain or even lose weight." Hmmm... that's exactly what SBD recommends. I think they just didn't like that SBD is making money from the sales of their books and online membership in their forums. Oh, and that it seems to me they would prefer people to be vegetarians, which can be a healthy lifestyle, but not for me. I've come to realize that I need the proteins from chicken, fish & cheeses to be happy & full when I eat, so long as I don't overdo the amounts.
Then there is this article about how eating proteins makes you feel full, so you end up eating less. I think that's what I am doing, as I really don't have to eat a lot of protein foods to feel full.
This is an interesting long quote from another site:
The South Beach diet has its flaws, and not everyone loses weight on it.
Women who are pear-shaped, with the weight on their hips, will have a harder time losing it than those with weight in their bellies, Agatston acknowledges. (The good news for them, says Agatston, is that the pear-shaped are less at risk of heart disease, although they will need to exercise more to lose weight.) Millions of Americans taking anti-depressants may also have difficulty losing weight on it, Agatston says, as they also do with Atkins, for reasons that aren't clear. ...
Pasta must be whole grain even in the maintenance phase, and foods such as bananas and baked potatoes - which can be as low as 100 calories and contain potassium - are off limits, because they have natural sugars or starches that Agatston contends cause hunger. Sacks, of Harvard, contends that these restrictions may be taking it a bit too far.
"Pineapple is very healthy, with loads of fiber and potassium. And I wouldn't run down bananas," which have been shown in studies to lower blood pressure and are high in potassium and fiber.
I think I would like to have some pineapple, as I really enjoy it. I also enjoy bananas, and I have been eating them when my cramps get to me, although I share the whole thing with my son, but I haven't felt anything adverse from eating them.
Something I have also been wondering about is how this compares to "YOU on a Diet: The Owner's Manual for Waist Management" plan. While I haven't read that one, from what I've seen on Oprah and on PBS, they seem similar, although YoaD seems less restrictive overall, and more encouraging for long term eating, and exercise.
Well, here's a few articles I will just link to:
'You: On a Diet' -- Experts Speak Out by ABC News. Lots of differing opinions.
The science behind appetite. Best advice, eat some nuts & have a drink of water before eating your meal.
Here's a good general overview, that tells me that this also has a two-week induction plan that's similar to SBD, but includes walking!
That last one linked to this interesting page on 8 secrets to dieting success!
Here's another YoaD link, and this time it offered a short rundown on the major points of the diet plan.
And all of this just reminds me... move more. That is my remaining healthy being plan is the lack of aerobic daily movement in my life. Once I get that going, then I will kick in with some strength training.
Well, bed time now. I have a busy day tomorrow getting Cam registered for kindergarten.