What is the best diet?
@MommyOfEli2013 (84017)
Rupert, Idaho
October 12, 2018 2:32pm CST
My health has never been the greatest because of the way I used to eat. I always ate a standard american diet which is high in carbs and low in fat. I became overweight and got diabetes.
I have found that for me personally, a low carb (ketogenic) diet is best. It keeps my blood sugars more under control. I always lose some weight when I am on a low carb diet.
Do you eat a standard diet, or do you have to eat a certain way? Which diet do you think works best?
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@paigea (36317)
• Canada
12 Oct 18
@MommyOfEli2013 Yes. I joined Weight Watchers as after 60+ years, I still hadn't learned.
Now I am no longer obese!
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@MommyOfEli2013 (84017)
• Rupert, Idaho
12 Oct 18
@paigea That is awesome, congrats!
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@MommyOfEli2013 (84017)
• Rupert, Idaho
12 Oct 18
That can be the hard part though....learning to eat less! Thank you for sharing
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@BigMoney25 (1286)
• Philippines
13 Oct 18
good for you, you better watch your fat and salt consumption as these two things can be crucial at times. Also combine it with regular exercise friend so you remove toxins and could be some water retention when you eat salty food.
@CarolDM (203422)
• Nashville, Tennessee
13 Oct 18
@MommyOfEli2013 I have never been on a diet I just try to watch what I eat.
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@MommyOfEli2013 (84017)
• Rupert, Idaho
13 Oct 18
Well that sounds a lot better than eating low carb :) Thank you for sharing!
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@kareemadivina (1230)
• Philippines
13 Oct 18
It's better to have a balance diet, and to customize your diet based on in your health problems and caloric needs.Dietary choices should be individualized.I suggest that you should take a diabetic- low- fat diet, as you mentioned that you diabetic.It's best for you to consult a dietitian,to know your specific dietary requirement.
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@BigMoney25 (1286)
• Philippines
13 Oct 18
yeah agree balanced diet is the key! yup would be wise to consult a dietitian as well. happy mylotting friend
@MommyOfEli2013 (84017)
• Rupert, Idaho
13 Oct 18
Well I have health problems from eating carbs, so I have to do a low carb diet. But I agree that everyone should base their diet on their health and what they need. Thank you for your input
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@MommyOfEli2013 (84017)
• Rupert, Idaho
12 Oct 18
Well that doesn't sound too bad....it's when you have a lot of sweets and fried foods that you find trouble (well in my case anyways). Thank you for sharing!
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@BigMoney25 (1286)
• Philippines
13 Oct 18
that;s a very healthy diet! too much friend foods only gives us a high cholesterol! Thanks for the advice happy mylotting stay healthy and good luck friend!
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@Tampa_girl7 (50250)
• United States
12 Oct 18
I am also diabetic and do a very low carb diet. I am medication free
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@MommyOfEli2013 (84017)
• Rupert, Idaho
12 Oct 18
That's great to hear that you are medication free! Congrats! I would love to get off my medications....but I need to stick to my diet for a lot longer.
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@MommyOfEli2013 (84017)
• Rupert, Idaho
12 Oct 18
@Tampa_girl7 Thank you! And yes that is true, I do fine as long as I don't have cheat days.
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@MommyOfEli2013 (84017)
• Rupert, Idaho
12 Oct 18
A balanced diet is good for those that can eat that way. I agree that fiber is good. I don't crave carbs though if I don't eat them!
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@GardenGerty (160665)
• United States
13 Oct 18
@MommyOfEli2013 That is usually the truth. If you cut out the sugar, soon you need it less. Same is true of salt. Good luck.
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@MommyOfEli2013 (84017)
• Rupert, Idaho
13 Oct 18
@GardenGerty Well thank you, I have done low carb a few times and I know it works (for me anyway).
@buenavida (9984)
• Sweden
18 Oct 18
I like veggies and fruit - avoid most of the sugars, as they are addictive - I also take food supplements from Neolife - they have scientists from Stanford University to help us use the ones we need to keep healthy. You find the info online..
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@buenavida (9984)
• Sweden
18 Oct 18
@MommyOfEli2013 It is good to eat good quality fish to get Omega 3 and Flax seeds and olive oil and also coconut oil. We need good fats to absorb the vitamins and minerals. Better avoid junk food, as some of the fats may be very harmful. If you can get probiotics, like in Sauerkraut, you can keep your digestion working well.. Maybe you can get the food supplements later. 
@MommyOfEli2013 (84017)
• Rupert, Idaho
18 Oct 18
That's good that you like veggies and fruit, that's great for health....and it's good to take good supplements. I couldn't afford those kind of supplements right now, but thanks for the info.
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@1hopefulman (45120)
• Canada
17 Oct 18
I think the best diet is when we eat a lot of of fresh fruits and vegetables. We also need some daily exercise, should regularly sleep 7-9 hours, keep a positive mental attitude and drink enough water. All the best!
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@1hopefulman (45120)
• Canada
18 Oct 18
@MommyOfEli2013 I have not needed a doctor or medication in over 10 years.
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@MommyOfEli2013 (84017)
• Rupert, Idaho
17 Oct 18
I don't do any of those things! They sound like great advice though, thank you for sharing!
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@MommyOfEli2013 (84017)
• Rupert, Idaho
18 Oct 18
@1hopefulman That's awesome to hear!
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@Marilynda1225 (82798)
• United States
13 Oct 18
I try to eat low carb and foods that are low in sugar. Moderation works best for me
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@MommyOfEli2013 (84017)
• Rupert, Idaho
13 Oct 18
That's a good way to eat...and moderation is good!
@MarshaMusselman (38865)
• Midland, Michigan
19 Oct 18
I've always watched my carbs since I was able to lose that way in the past . I just talked with two people that are doing the keyboard diet and they feel they have more food choices that aren't boring.
I may have to check that out a bit more
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@MarshaMusselman (38865)
• Midland, Michigan
25 Oct 18
@MommyOfEli2013 someone that talked about it recently said he switched to the better flours and sugar substitutes similar to stevia. That way he's still enjoyed some bread products that don't raise his sugar levels like bread will.
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@MommyOfEli2013 (84017)
• Rupert, Idaho
25 Oct 18
@MarshaMusselman I use almond and coconut flours to make alternatives to bread and those kind of products...so that's good! I don't know what flours he uses....but that's what I use when I do low carb.
@MommyOfEli2013 (84017)
• Rupert, Idaho
19 Oct 18
That's good, and low carb does help for sure! I find it kind of boring myself because I am a picky eater and am limited with my options.
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@MommyOfEli2013 (84017)
• Rupert, Idaho
19 Oct 18
Intermittent fasting can be really good for that, very true!
@MommyOfEli2013 (84017)
• Rupert, Idaho
12 Oct 18
I think for most people cutting back on carbs is best!
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@BigMoney25 (1286)
• Philippines
13 Oct 18
Ive heard that too, but we can always make the choice to choose what we eat and stay healthy while avoiding all those bad foods or if not maybe try to reduce it first before totally eliminating them in our diet if that's what will work
@MommyOfEli2013 (84017)
• Rupert, Idaho
12 Oct 18
Yes, there is a lot of sugary foods here in the USA....as long as a lot of health problems!
@Gabrysi (59)
• Spain
14 Oct 18
@MommyOfEli2013 It is a good ideea but not allways posible.
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@MommyOfEli2013 (84017)
• Rupert, Idaho
13 Oct 18
I hear you, it's hard to do....but stopping by 7 would be a good idea too
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@BigMoney25 (1286)
• Philippines
13 Oct 18
Thats good for you, I am also in a watch for my diet as it is already bad and I've eliminated soft drinks and stuff and controlled the amount of carbs that I consume. Ketogenic is a good diet it will help you lose weight as well and it's very healthy but I've read that the paleo diet was much better. According to an article I've read there's a process that's being skipped by the ketogenic diet which is essential to our body, maybe you can look it up on your own as well to see if I'm correct or wrong. Anyways, I'm happy for you friend! Happy mylotting and stay healthy! BE HAPPY ALWAYS!
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@MommyOfEli2013 (84017)
• Rupert, Idaho
13 Oct 18
They are kind of similar, Paleo and Keto.....but paleo you cut out dairy and a few other things you can still have on Keto. I don't think I could give up the dairy though because I am a picky eater as it is. Thank you for sharing though! Hope you can stay healthy as well! Happy mylotting to you too!
@KimJohnson (112)
• Oceanside, California
13 Oct 18
I just try to stay away from packaged foods. I watch my carbs, I try to stay away from anything white. lol. I am out of control still. It is about time for my 6m check up. Wish me luck on the numbers!
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@MommyOfEli2013 (84017)
• Rupert, Idaho
13 Oct 18
Thank you for sharing what you do....it is very hard to control our numbers,isn't it!?! Well, good luck on your numbers! I was 112 this morning!
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