Ann,
Nice chart, thanks for posting that. I wonder how many more companies are being bought up as we speak(or type)? Sounds like you survived your shopping trip. It's like walking in a mine field. Even in the "natural" food stores, it's dubious. Sigh..
I guess best approach is to learn as much as you can, and do as much as you can with that knowledge.
Ally
Ann A.,
Please don't misunderstand what I said about the documentaries, I just really want to get information from all sources. I watched Farenheit 9/11 and then Farenhype 9/11. This way I was able to make informed decisions about the conspiracy theories out there. There was no insult intended, I promise. I didn't have the time to watch the documentaries today, but I am absolutely willing to and will watch those documentaries. As I said, I just like to have all of the information before stating something as fact.
Please keep sharing,
Hugs, XOXO
DeAnne
Allergic said:
DeAnne,
It would benefit you to watch the documentaries. I found copies in the library. I don't have Netflix.
As far as them having agendas, their agenda is to open people's eyes to what is going on in the food industry and help them to make better choices. Awareness is everything, if you want to survive, and possibly see changes for the better. Watch the doctumentaries and then revisit your question. It may help you to understand why there is so much chronic illness in the population.
Keep in mind how much money the food industry is making by producing food on the cheap(with government subsidy to boot) and how much money the drug companies are making from our illnesses. It's diabolical.
Ally
Allergic &Ann A.,
It appears that you took offense at something I said, (not sure what it was) when in fact I would very much appreciate have your input. One of the things that we have to keep in mind is the fact to many people cannot afford to buy groceries at health food stores especially if they're feeding a family. That is why I put the substitution list on the gluten-free page, but if you read the title carefully, it is "gluten-free & allergy free". Most of us have an allergy to something otherwise people wouldn't have flares after eating certain foods or being around allergens. As far as not having willpower, many grocers do deliver, I am an impulse buyer which doesn't work well I shop LOL.
Anysway way I would likr your continurdinput but I had a stroke things don't always come out the way I want.e
Hugs,
DeAnn
DeAnne,
There was no offense taken at all. Everyone has a right to question the validity of information that is out there on the market. You see, there will always be a counter attack from the opposing side. This is where you need to use your discernment. If a documentary is made exposing the bad side of the food industry , and people start to watch it, then the food industry will immediately circulate rumors that it is some kind of conspiracy. Afterall, they stand to lose alot if people become aware. They want us to stay dumbed down. And they have lots of money to invest in ways to put doubt in people's minds. Not to mention the government's support, the media, and big pharma.
I want people to watch the films because everyone has a right to see and hear about both sides of the story. Otherwise, how can you make an informed decision on what you choose to believe?
I happened to see what is described in the films firsthand so I have no doubts, but not everyone has the opportunity to do this. So the films are the next best thing.
About the groceries, I'm on a limited income but whether I go to the health food store or any other store to buy the foods, I still try to choose the healthiest foods that I can within my budget. Sometimes it takes some creativity to accomplish this, as in your substitutions. That's what it's all about.....replacing an unhealthy food with a healthy version that still satisfies you.
xo,
Ally
Ann A.,
I absolutely agree that it is very difficult to express feelings on line. I sometimes think thay more misinterpretations happen because we have no way to convey true emotions. I was a teacher for 7 years in San Diego and I was absolutely disgusted by the lunches they served the kids. I have always believed that what was being served had a direct bearing on the ability to learn. I have watched the decline of the ability to learn...I can't tell you how many times I would have to wake students up after lunch and I just felt that it was because of the high carbs, and cheap "hamburgers" (you want to talk about fillers, yuk!) Unfortunately, this would sometimes be the only food the kids got all day.
Just want to make sure we are good, I just feel like I need to watch these videos to make a determination as well as coming up with good ideas for people to eat healthier without breaking the bank.
Would love the input,
DeAnne
Ann A. said:
DeAnne,
I seldom take offense at anything that people write on a discussion forum. You asked for my feedback and I gave it. Your interpretation of my feelings was not accurate. The emotion that goes along with my response is passion not feeling offended. I am passionate about these issues. I am devoting the rest of my life to them.
Sorry that it is so difficult to share exact emotional states through these electronic forms of communication.
DeAnne,
Well, beans/legumes and rice are not expensive, salad and veg's, soups go a long way. Some of the large Asian markets haver products that are cheaper than regular markets. Buy in bulk when items are on sale, cook and freeze works, less waste. If you keep it simple, the food bill will be manageable, but you're still getting proper nutrition.
I know nuts are expensive, but seeds are less. Again, look for sales. I cut back on buying paper towels, use cloth ones and wash them, also just use the grocery bags for trash instead of having to buy those all the time. I use natural products to clean(white vinegar, baking soda), instead of buying those chemical laden expensive cleaning products. Same for hair products. Saves alot of money that can be used for food. Still need the toilet paper though, ha ha unless I get a bidette. Would love to have one of those. :')
Ally
I love beans and rice. My husband hates beans but we do several different things that we do with rice. We add broccoli, saved and frozen chicken broth, different spices (which is where some people with allergies have a problem). I would truly LOVE a bidette, but alas, no room. I do use many other items for cleaning etc. One of my tools find my most cost savings things are coffee filters. 300 for .99 cents is the best bargain around. Great for holding cookies, chips, etc. as well at perfect for shining mirrors (lint free) and appliances. I use them for everything but coffee. However back to foods, people have to be able to enjoy their foods as well as the ability to make them. I think it is up to individuals to try and find what works for them. I believe our bodies are very good at letting us know when something is not doing well. This is something that I learned from my grandmother. No artificitial anything. I am watching "hungry for change" at the moment. Find out what works for you. There are many changes that can help your body recognize what it needs and nutritional changes you can slowly replace "food like products" with actual food. I am going to work on my diet and will post updates,
DeAnne
That fantastic MoeMoe! You've done such a good thing for your body.
MoeMoe79 said:
I have been on a detox and cut out all night shade veggies and I feel better after 2 weeks and counting. I had a sed rate of 76 and was on 4-5 pain killers a day and now I take 1 a day since the detox and cutting out the bad foods for inflammation.
Thanks Ally,
I grew up in San Diego and when I was a kid we would drive North and you could stop and pick avacados, oranges, apples right off of the trees. Not to mention the farm stands that sold tomatoes and strawberries. Then there was always the apple festival. What I mean to say is that I now live in the desert so everything I eat now is shipped in. My PCP is a sports medicine doc and started me on gluten reducing based on my blood work prior to my lupus diagnosis. What I mean is that I never "had" to watch about the ingredients in the food I ate. If I am as confused, I just wonder how many others are confused as well. I know that many people have grown up on processed foods, and as I got older and was working and raising kids I gave in to processed food myself, but did try to eat healthy and teach my kids to eat healthy. My son eats healthy but he turns to fast food for time's savings sake. However, since eating gluten-free I really feel much better. I have 14 meds that I take daily and I have much less stomach pain and my iron levels which were so low I had to have a series of infusions, are now staying level and even periodically rising which means my intestines are absorbing the nutrients in what I eat.
As to using other, less expensive products, I have a book I bought at a used book store called "Everyday Cheapskate's greatest tips" I look for savings on everything. I would happily send it to you or even make copies of some of the easiest, cheapest tips.
Hugs,
DeAnne
Allergic said:
DeAnne,
There was no offense taken at all. Everyone has a right to question the validity of information that is out there on the market. You see, there will always be a counter attack from the opposing side. This is where you need to use your discernment. If a documentary is made exposing the bad side of the food industry , and people start to watch it, then the food industry will immediately circulate rumors that it is some kind of conspiracy. Afterall, they stand to lose alot if people become aware. They want us to stay dumbed down. And they have lots of money to invest in ways to put doubt in people's minds. Not to mention the government's support, the media, and big pharma.
I want people to watch the films because everyone has a right to see and hear about both sides of the story. Otherwise, how can you make an informed decision on what you choose to believe?
I happened to see what is described in the films firsthand so I have no doubts, but not everyone has the opportunity to do this. So the films are the next best thing.
About the groceries, I'm on a limited income but whether I go to the health food store or any other store to buy the foods, I still try to choose the healthiest foods that I can within my budget. Sometimes it takes some creativity to accomplish this, as in your substitutions. That's what it's all about.....replacing an unhealthy food with a healthy version that still satisfies you.
xo,
Ally
DeAnne,
Those were the days, I know, when most people had a few fruit trees in their yard or some nearby to get actual fresh fruit from. When I was growing up we had two huge peach treas in our front yard, and a fig tree. We grew all our own veg's and even made our own wine in our basement from the grape arbor growing in our back yard. Raise our own chickens too. Then tv dinners and spagettios came on the scene. I remember that distinctly. LOL And the rest is history.
Thank you, but I think I'm good at the cheapskate thing already. :') I'm so glad you have gotten benefits from being gluten free in your diet. I know I have. I had troubles since I was a child, with bread making me sick so must have been gluten intolerance going on that far back. Poor intestines surely took a beaten. Oh well.. "Better late than never??" I guess.
Hugs,
Ally