Products: Good and Bad

[kbhayward]

Swirveegrl, I have not tried those bars but the one thing that works great for me when I am craving chocolate (especially at night after dinner) is the General Foods, International Coffee - Swiss Mocha (Sugar Free & Decaf) I mix it with a cup of hot water and it does wonders for the chocolate craving.

Also, the Emerald Cocoa Roasted Almonds are a great option when the sweet tooth hits!

[Swirveegrl]

Oh good, thanks for the suggestions. I haven't seen the Swiss Mocha, but I bought the vanilla (wasn't impressed). I will try to find some of these items today, after my weigh in

[Baysidegal]

Originally Posted by Swirveegrl

Oh good, thanks for the suggestions. I haven't seen the Swiss Mocha, but I bought the vanilla (wasn't impressed). I will try to find some of these items today, after my weigh in

I have (re) started to drink more herbal teas like Stash decaf-chamomille, breakfast, etc. Believe it or not, I find them at the Job Lots.. I have been trying to find more ways to get my water in.. I also like the International Coffees, but I haven't had them since starting MWL. I will have google the nutrition stats before I go out and buy some..

[Baysidegal]

Originally Posted by cheftrish

This isn't really a product but I put 1/4 teaspoon of unsweetened cocoa (dark) in my coffee every morning, and it gets rid of my chocolate cravings (or maybe not since I have it like 3 times a day) I also sprinkle it on nonfat whipped topping when I have a protein shake and also put it in the chocolate protein shake (because, lets face it, it just isn't chocolatey enough!!). I also sprinkle it on berries with whipped cream. It is only 25 calories 2 grams of carbs and 1 gram of fiber per tablespoon. I probably have 2 TBS a day and just put it on my diary first thing in the morning. :O) Sometimes if I run out I shave some bittersweet on the coffee, but you have to up the carbs, I think its 4.

Cheftrish, that sounds great. I haven't had many chocolate or sweet cravings so far, but when I do, I will keep this in mind..Sounds yummy! What I really miss are big salads. I NEVER realized how many carbs veggies have.

[Swirveegrl]

Hey I wanted to mention that the Tofu Shirataki noodles "Spaghetti" is way better than the Fetucinni. I boiled them this time for a few mins, instead of microwaving. I used them yesterday to make "Ramen noodles". I think that these are a good addition to soup dishes, I think the longer that they stay in the broth, the less rubber-like texture. They are also a great source of Fiber, which is needed! I got my miracle noodles in the mail yesterday, along with a few other items. I will have to experiment and let you all know what happens!

[Baysidegal]

Originally Posted by Swirveegrl

Hey I wanted to mention that the Tofu Shirataki noodles "Spaghetti" is way better than the Fetucinni. I boiled them this time for a few mins, instead of microwaving. I used them yesterday to make "Ramen noodles". I think that these are a good addition to soup dishes, I think the longer that they stay in the broth, the less rubber-like texture. They are also a great source of Fiber, which is needed! I got my miracle noodles in the mail yesterday, along with a few other items. I will have to experiment and let you all know what happens!

I wonder why that is...I bought both kinds too. I am going to make some tomorrow. I also bought the miracle noodles.

What did you use for seasoning on the Ramen noodles???

[cheftrish]

I love love love the cocoa almonds!

I personally try to stay away from the creamer they suggested (really? Coffeemate??) I think it tastes like cardboard. I use soy silk and mix it with lite cream or milk, that with the dark chocolate is excellent- 15 cal per TBS and 1 carb. The thing that worries me about the international coffees and the coffemate is if its not the first ingredient cornsyrup is at least in the top five of the ingredients on there. I think we all need to watch the fat free sugar free stuff. It can be a slippery slope and lead to cravings (definitely if one of the first ingredients is corn syrup).
Don't mean to preach.
)

[Baysidegal]

Originally Posted by cheftrish

I love love love the cocoa almonds!

I personally try to stay away from the creamer they suggested (really? Coffeemate??) I think it tastes like cardboard. I use soy silk and mix it with lite cream or milk, that with the dark chocolate is excellent- 15 cal per TBS and 1 carb. The thing that worries me about the international coffees and the coffemate is if its not the first ingredient cornsyrup is at least in the top five of the ingredients on there. I think we all need to watch the fat free sugar free stuff. It can be a slippery slope and lead to cravings (definitely if one of the first ingredients is corn syrup).
Don't mean to preach.
)

You are certainly not preaching!!!! I would love to find alternatives to almost all the bad thing I have consumed in the past. Some of those products don't even interest me anymore. I stopped drinking coffee (decaf, but it's what I added to it LOL). Now I am drinking more decaf tea. I can't believe that I used to have a big glass of sugar laden cranberry juice every day or one or two can's of ginger ale a day. It seems like so long ago.

[Swirveegrl]

I really like the Kroger's Carbmaster Spiced Pear, really has a good pear taste. As far as the SF creamers go, CoffeMates Hazelnut is my favorite.

[Baysidegal]

Originally Posted by Swirveegrl

I really like the Kroger's Carbmaster Spiced Pear, really has a good pear taste. As far as the SF creamers go, CoffeMates Hazelnut is my favorite.

That's my favorite too. I just found some Sugar Free..so I just might make some coffee again soon LOL

[cheftrish]

I really like the Thin'n Trim Chicken Sausage Garden Vegetable-has very few ingredients, pretty natural ( 70 calories per sausage 0 carbs, 2.5 grams fat). That and Egg Beaters Southwestern Style (1/2 C. has 60 calories no fat and 0 carbs) and you have a nice sausage scramble for 130 calories 0 Carbs!!! and 2.5 grams fat!!! For extra flavor I like the laughing cow lite swiss or you can grate a tiny bit of cheese on it.

[kbhayward]

Originally Posted by cheftrish

I really like the Thin'n Trim Chicken Sausage Garden Vegetable-has very few ingredients, pretty natural ( 70 calories per sausage 0 carbs, 2.5 grams fat). That and Egg Beaters Southwestern Style (1/2 C. has 60 calories no fat and 0 carbs) and you have a nice sausage scramble for 130 calories 0 Carbs!!! and 2.5 grams fat!!! For extra flavor I like the laughing cow lite swiss or you can grate a tiny bit of cheese on it.

I also am hooked on the Egg Beaters Southwestern Style. I also like the Jimmy Dean Turkey Sausage crumbles. You can throw a handful into the egg beaters and it is great. I have also taken, an egg, some egg beaters, the turkey sausage crumbles and baked it in a muffin tin. I will make a few at a time and keep them in the fridge. THey are great for an easy breakfast on the run. Just zap in the microwave for a few sec.

[Kristine29]

Originally Posted by cheftrish

I really like the Thin'n Trim Chicken Sausage Garden Vegetable-has very few ingredients, pretty natural ( 70 calories per sausage 0 carbs, 2.5 grams fat). That and Egg Beaters Southwestern Style (1/2 C. has 60 calories no fat and 0 carbs) and you have a nice sausage scramble for 130 calories 0 Carbs!!! and 2.5 grams fat!!! For extra flavor I like the laughing cow lite swiss or you can grate a tiny bit of cheese on it.

Oh Yes I like these Thin and Trim chicken sausages too! I found them a few weeks ago and really enjoy the peach chipotle and the buffalo chicken flavors.

[jenpryde]

Has anyone tried the Oh Yeah premade shakes?

[Enigma]

My favorite for chocolate cravings are the Chocolite by Healthsmart. I have only had the pb patties (35cal 2.5fat 6 fiber 0 net carbs) and the chocolate pecan cluster(30cal 2g fat 6fiber and 1 net carb) there are 2 pieces in each pack , serving size is each piece. I found them at Winn Dixie and they also have them online.

My DH and I read this book at the end of last year called Fat to Skinny there are a lot of recipes and low carb and o carb product ideas in there.

This morning I was at Walmart and found these bars called Philly Swirl sweet Delites they are 14 cal 0fat 4carbs 1fiber 3 sugar alcohol have not tried them yet but they look good.
Also while in Wally World I saw but didn't purchase Hormels turkey pepperoni stix. 50cal maybe next time or maybe for vacation for something to carry around in case of emergency .

[losing in Ftm]

This morning I was at Walmart and found these bars called Philly Swirl sweet Delites they are 14 cal 0fat 4carbs 1fiber 3 sugar alcohol have not tried them yet but they look good.

I tried this and they are good just very small I prefer the breyers low carb bars.

I use yellow mustard a lot. But at PUBLIX I found Bookbinders chipolte mustard. I love the taste and have used it several different ways. It has only 5 calories, 0 carbs per tsp.

[Enigma]

I like the bryers low carb ones too but the calories are too high for me. The Delites are only 16 cal. Maybe when I'm in maintenance

I'm very excited my PB2 came in today!! I will be having a shake for dinner for sure! Yay peanut butter

[txntv]

Originally Posted by Enigma

I'm very excited my PB2 came in today!! I will be having a shake for dinner for sure! Yay peanut butter

Me LOVE PB2 so much that I eat it in plain and for snack. Doesn't take me long to get through a bottle. Thank goodness for low cal and fat!

[stownsend]

How do i get the 40 lb sign?

[stownsend]

are the philly delites an ice cream or candy what section in Wally

[stownsend]

I got the noodles and i have tried to like them i followed the directions but They just dont chew up...lol

[Enigma]

The Philly Delites are Popsicles . Frozen food

[Enigma]

Originally Posted by stownsend

I got the noodles and i have tried to like them i followed the directions but They just dont chew up...lol

Haha I SO agree! I'm gonna be totally gross here and tell you just how much they don't chew up.........They look the same going in and coming out
Sorry for those who are squeamish

[Enigma]

Wow did I scare everyone off by my miracle noodle comment ? Opps sorry
Anyways wanted to share a new product I found today at whole foods .
Freeze dried crunchies. 1/4 cup for 25 cal 6carbs 3fibers 3sugars
They have strawberries and mangos and mixed berries
Check em out they are pretty good

[kbhayward]

I stumbled across Russell Stover Sugar Free Snack Bars - Chocolate Delight at the store yesterday and thought I would give it a try. OMG!!! It was amazing. It is 100 calories, 3 net carbs, 4 grams of protein, 5 grams of fat. It was worth everything. They are about the size of the Medi Bars. The Russell Stover website shows several flavors like Cinnamon Bun, Apple Cinnamon, Blueberry, etc. Planning on order several boxes!

[Mary T8M]

Originally Posted by Enigma

Wow did I scare everyone off by my miracle noodle comment ? Opps sorry
Anyways wanted to share a new product I found today at whole foods .
Freeze dried crunchies. 1/4 cup for 25 cal 6carbs 3fibers 3sugars
They have strawberries and mangos and mixed berries
Check em out they are pretty good

Nope no fear here......I use Miracle noodles once in a while, and will keep ordering them. I drain them the rinse in cold water, then soak in cold water with a little vinegar, drain, rinse, drain & dry on paper towles, then pop in whatever sauce I'm using, and serve. Guess they're not for everyone. They're NOT regular pasta, but they work for us.

[Fit2010]

Originally Posted by kbhayward

I stumbled across Russell Stover Sugar Free Snack Bars - Chocolate Delight at the store yesterday and thought I would give it a try. OMG!!! It was amazing. It is 100 calories, 3 net carbs, 4 grams of protein, 5 grams of fat. It was worth everything. They are about the size of the Medi Bars. The Russell Stover website shows several flavors like Cinnamon Bun, Apple Cinnamon, Blueberry, etc. Planning on order several boxes!

These don't sound medi friendly to me, my friend. Not enough protein for the calories. Sometimes you gotta watch out for Russell Stover SF too because if they use malitol it can make you "go" if you know what I mean! These would probably be okay in maintenance or wellness, but not so good for MWL acute phase. GMHO

For good protein bars I like the Pure Protein PB bars from Walmart of whereever.

[Fit2010]

Gotta tell you something that has been wonderful to me. I found Extra "dessert delights" sugarfree gum at Sam's Club and LOVE LOVE LOVE the Mint Chocolate Chip flavored gum. The flavor lasts for hours, I'm telling you I've had flavor for 8 to 10 hours! 5 calories/2 carbs per slice. Really keeps my mind off food.

[Mary T8M]

Originally Posted by Fit2010

Gotta tell you something that has been wonderful to me. I found Extra "dessert delights" sugarfree gum at Sam's Club and LOVE LOVE LOVE the Mint Chocolate Chip flavored gum. The flavor lasts for hours, I'm telling you I've had flavor for 8 to 10 hours! 5 calories/2 carbs per slice. Really keeps my mind off food.

I heard about these but was afraid they'd just stimulate my appetite.....Now I'm going to give them a try.

[ferrarimomof3]

That gum is a life saver to me sometimes. It is delicious.