STAYING HEALTHY/ DISEASE PREVENTION THREAD

[thipham]

try eating fruits and oatmeal its something healthy to eat

 

[daydayz e36]

Originally Posted by i3allistic

i workout + run + eat pretty healthy, but my biggest downfall --I need to stop smoking

...

listen from an ex-smoker, I've never been better.

every now and then the thought of puffing one down lurks but it never happens.

 

[antonlavey]

Originally Posted by Joseph Camel Jr

Originally Posted by ERASCISM


I like how you say you eat high protein and low carb like that excludes you from disease. The human body's preferred source of energy is glucose. Fruit is the most assimilable form of glucose. 60% or more of your daily caloric intake should come from these carbohydrates. Hrmmm. Yet, you are doing the complete opposite.

The human body can still thrive on as little as 7% protein. Every reputable health organization in the world will tell you this. It's nothing new.

Yet, people, especially Americans, seem to have an infatuation with protein. Like it's the be-all end-all of health. It's very minute in the grand scheme of things though.

i already wrote out a long response to this and you never replied

60% or more of your calories should come from glucose?

sounds like a great way to get diabetes and get fat, not so much stay healthy.

1. I'm not saying buy protein shakes, what i was stressing is a balanced diet. I'm not cutting anything completely out except red meat and oil/grease.

As far as carbs goes, too much is bad for you....people eat way more than their recommended daily value hence. Carbohydrates are an easy way to gain weight,it's everywhere, it's abundant, it's delicious, and your body metabolized excess glucose to fat.

2. I'm not ODing on proteins...my typical dinner is 2 marinated chicken breasts, a serving of rice, mixed vegetables.

3. Fruits are a sources of sucrose (fructose +sucrose), the health benefits in fruits isn't in the sugars. Fruits and vegetables are an excellent sourceof ruffage, vitamins, anti-oxidants etc


AGAIN I'M NOT HERE PROMOTING AN ATKINS DIET.....WE ALL KNOW THAT DOESN'T WORK. I'M ADVOCATING A BALANCED DIET.

 

[i3allistic]

Originally Posted by DayDayz e36

Originally Posted by i3allistic

i workout + run + eat pretty healthy, but my biggest downfall --I need to stop smoking

...

listen from an ex-smoker, I've never been better.

every now and then the thought of puffing one down lurks but it never happens.

any tip or advice? ....

 

[al audi]

1. I'm not saying buy protein shakes, what i was stressing is a balanced diet. I'm not cutting anything completely out except red meat and oil/grease.

As far as carbs goes, too much is bad for you....people eat way more than their recommended daily value hence. Carbohydrates are an easy way to gain weight, it's everywhere, it's abundant, it's delicious, and your body metabolized excess glucose to fat.

2. I'm not ODing on proteins...my typical dinner is 2 marinated chicken breasts, a serving of rice, mixed vegetables.

3. Fruits are a sources of sucrose (fructose +sucrose), the health benefits in fruits isn't in the sugars. Fruits and vegetables are an excellent source of ruffage, vitamins, anti-oxidants etc


AGAIN I'M NOT HERE PROMOTING AN ATKINS DIET.....WE ALL KNOW THAT DOESN'T WORK. I'M ADVOCATING A BALANCED DIET.

 

[al audi]

anyone in here take any ACAI products?

 

[ptrakarn23]

i've been trying to stay healthy for awhile now.

the only drinks i consume are water, orange juice, milk, some juices. no SODA AT ALL. always staying hydrated throughout the day to keep your metabolism up.

eating/snacking more often (more small meals), and im cooking so much more than going out. its hard to avoid the fast foods/dining out sometimes when all ofyour friends are always hittin the joints up especially cuz of some munchies/crunchies kickin in...

i also have been keeping active (running, hoops) so i can get more trim.

one of the most important things though that can change up your lifestyle is the food you eat, i used to eat out more and rely on easy/quick foods but irealized i could make quick and easy meals that were healthy as long as you shopped for more premium foods (i do the majority of my shopping @ trader joes) andalways keep my staples just the essentials; milk, cheese, chicken breast, salad, whole wheat breads, etc.

also, if you hate eating salad/veggies, try incorporating Parmesan cheese into the mix, itll definitely switch things up

AND

im sure you know of this already, but....vaporize


Yeah, i am thinking about investing in that for this upcoming school year, it just seems real harsh when you go through swishers like nothin, anybody got avolcano for sale...?

 

[agentarenas]

I've been making an effort to becoming healthier all around.

• went vegetarian (Loving it, a ton of benefits are coming from it... Learning to cook is also a plus)
• Changing eating habits from big meals to numerous smaller meals
• Started eating a ton of protein through tofu, certain pastas, yogurt, etc.
• Getting more fiber through certain breads and Fiber One bars
• Play bball 5 times a week but knee pains might make me start using the elliptical instead

• No soda (never been a fan anyways), and not really any junk food unless you count Frappuccinos (my only addiction lol)

Overall I feel and look a lot better. My skin is completely clear and healthy, I feel great, and I have lost a lot of weight straight off of my stomachand waist.

 

[joseph camel jr]

Originally Posted by Al Audi

anyone in here take any ACAI products?

blended frozen acai berries = crack. banana slices + granola on top are good too.

it's not the miracle fruit it's been hyped up to be but it's delicious and does have a good amount of antioxidants.

 

[trillipinotrapstar]

What are good cereals to eat for breakfast? Lately I've been eating Raisin Bran and Cheerios.

Also, I've been eating fruits such as peaches, oranges, and bananas as part of my diet.

The soda's been cut off too, and I've been drinking a lot of water lately.

Props to this thread slick.

 

[al audi]

dont sleep on Prunes

Joe i dont even think ive ever seen frozen acai berries in the store, how much those run you?

 

[agentarenas]

Originally Posted by TrillipinoTrapstar

What are good cereals to eat for breakfast? Lately I've been eating Raisin Bran and Cheerios.

Also, I've been eating fruits such as peaches, oranges, and bananas as part of my diet.

The soda's been cut off too, and I've been drinking a lot of water lately.

Props to this thread slick.

Try out the Fiber One brand of cereal. Tastes great and has a lot of fiber, very healthy.

 

[i3allistic]

Originally Posted by TrillipinoTrapstar

What are good cereals to eat for breakfast? Lately I've been eating Raisin Bran and Cheerios.

Also, I've been eating fruits such as peaches, oranges, and bananas as part of my diet.

The soda's been cut off too, and I've been drinking a lot of water lately.

Props to this thread slick.

try oatmeal w/ fruit for breakfast ...oatmeal dont take long to cook anyway ..

 

[trueshotaura]

I eat healthy 90% of the time, but I won't go out of my way to stay fit. If im with friends and they all say lets order pizza i'm not gonna be like ohno I'm gonna go grab a couple cans of Tuna. So moderation is good

 

[trillipinotrapstar]

^Thank you. I'm trying to lose at least a few pounds weeks before I return to school. Definitely need the fiber so I won't be as exhausted for theday.

 

[antonlavey]

Originally Posted by TrillipinoTrapstar

What are good cereals to eat for breakfast? Lately I've been eating Raisin Bran and Cheerios.

Also, I've been eating fruits such as peaches, oranges, and bananas as part of my diet.

The soda's been cut off too, and I've been drinking a lot of water lately.

Props to this thread slick.

Snacking on raisin bran as we speak

. Raisin Bran and Raisin Bran crunchare actually my fav cereals. I don't do cherrios, tastes like cardboard to me.

PIFF!!!

 

[thipham]

is there anything you can do to better your hearing? like eating carrots help your vision but how bout your ears?

 

[joseph camel jr]

to lurkin check whole foods or other health food stores they should sell frozen acai pulp its not cheap (like $70 for a gallon of it) but its better thanjuices or powders and its so good. apparently you can't get fresh berries in the us because they go bad in 24 hrs so thats the next best thing.

 

[antonlavey]

Maybe we should share/ trade recipes and shopping lists in this thread???? Any NT cooks wanna chime in? I've been trying to be as creativeas I possibly can with cooking but I may need to switch it up...I can't eat broiled chicken teryaki and mixed veges everyday. I made some chicken masalatoday tho...crack.

SHARE RECIPES

 

[mangudai954]

Yeah, i am thinking about investing in that for this upcoming school year, it just seems real harsh when you go through swishers like nothin, anybody got a volcano for sale...?

Huh? Dude you don't think that the Volcano is the end all of vaporizers.

 

[kingkb34]

Originally Posted by AntonLaVey

Many of the most lethal ailments that plague us are a combination of genetic predisposition and environmental risk factors. Sometimes it seems like getting sick is left to chance (mutations, viruses, etc). One of such diseases that comes to mind are various cancers and tumors. With so much that could go wrong in the human body, what do yall do to at least curb some of these environmental risk factors, something you have control over. It's no guarantee but taking care of our bodies can ensure us long healthy lives and the younger you start the better.


-I exercise at least 4 times a week
-I don't eat red meat (for the most part....I only eat chicken or sea food)
- I eat a well-balanced diet (full of vegetables, fiber, and protein)...high protein, fiber, low carbs, fats. I don't eat fried food, except on special/ rare occassions.
-I stay away from soda (unless offered one for free or at special occasions)...I only drink water, cranberry juice and tea. And the occasional coffee

-Multivitamins + antioxidants



What I need to change
-Alcohol....although i only drink once every three to four weeks, so maybe it's not so bad.
-I also chain smoke when I drink

I'm with you on a lot of these...
- Exercise 4-5 times a week
- No red meat, chicken or fish
- I actually like fruits & veggies and eat them on the reg
- Only drink water
- Don't smoke or do any drugs

Changes
- Alcohol abuse...

working on limiting intake of this

 

[antonlavey]

Originally Posted by kingkb34

Originally Posted by AntonLaVey


-Alcohol....although i only drink once every three to four weeks, so maybe it's not so bad.
-I also chain smoke when I drink

I'm with you on a lot of these...
- Exercise 4-5 times a week
- No red meat, chicken or fish
- I actually like fruits & veggies and eat them on the reg
- Only drink water
- Don't smoke or do any drugs

Changes
- Alcohol abuse...

working on limiting intake of this

Beer is the most difficult things I've ever had to give up. I love the taste of beer and the beer intoxication>>any other alcohol but itmakes me gain weight. I'll have a bottle every now and then but no more binge drinking. I miss beer pong and click clack.

Thank God I don't drink nowhere nearly as much as I used to, school may havesaved my life.

 

[amunfei24]

Originally Posted by AntonLaVey

Many of the most lethal ailments that plague us are a combination of genetic predisposition and environmental risk factors. Sometimes it seems like getting sick is left to chance (mutations, viruses, etc). One of such diseases that comes to mind are various cancers and tumors. With so much that could go wrong in the human body, what do yall do to at least curb some of these environmental risk factors, something you have control over. It's no guarantee but taking care of our bodies can ensure us long healthy lives and the younger you start the better.


-I exercise at least 4 times a week
-I don't eat red meat (for the most part....I only eat chicken or sea food)
- I eat a well-balanced diet (full of vegetables, fiber, and protein)...high protein, fiber, low carbs, fats. I don't eat fried food, except on special/ rare occassions.
-I stay away from soda (unless offered one for free or at special occasions)...I only drink water, cranberry juice and tea. And the occasional coffee

-Multivitamins + antioxidants



What I need to change
-Alcohol....although i only drink once every three to four weeks, so maybe it's not so bad.
-I also chain smoke when I drink

Man there are some smart kids on this form, thought they were a bunch of sneaker-head dumb idiots no offense as I am one to who's 27 in thecorporate world, lol.

 

[chicagos finest 23]

replace the beer with a glass of red wine

 

[al audi]

Good looks on the Acai info Joe.