My shopping list...does it look good?

[doll_parts85]

sprouted bread
tofu
soy butter substitute
botted water
cherry coke zero
vegetarian chili mix
kidney beans
canned tomatos
vegetarian taco mix
taco shells
tomatos
spinach
baby carrots
soy milk
soy protein shake
ramen (oriental)
organic weetabix (cereal)
soy cheese
lettuce
grapes
bananas
organic oatmeal
pita bread
dried cranberries
grapefruit
garden burger riblets
soy yogurt
amy's soy cheese and spinach pizza
organic lentil soup
no "chicken" noodle soup
apples
peanut butter
free range eggs

does that all sound healthy? any suggestions of what else I could buy?

 

[sortacurious]

I thought I read some where that grapefruit can interact with some Rx meds.

You forgot eggs, I thought you were keeping the eggs in your diet?

 

[doll_parts85]

I thought I read some where that grapefruit can interact with some Rx meds.

You forgot eggs, I thought you were keeping the eggs in your diet?

oh eggs...I guess I should add that...

 

[doll_parts85]

should I lose the grapefruit? I don't even know if I like it...I tried it once and it was gross...but Master said its good with splenda...

 

[sortacurious]

oh eggs...I guess I should add that...

LOL, yes.
I just went and looked at my egg carton, I get the Egg Land's Best because it was recommended for my husband's diabetic diet for the 100mg of Omega 3, but it also says they are 25% less saturated fat and high in Vitamin E. Plus, vegetarian fed hens.

 

[sortacurious]

should I lose the grapefruit? I don't even know if I like it...I tried it once and it was gross...but Master said its good with splenda...

I would, until you research it. I know there is something about the mix that can make things off, I just can't remember the exact info I heard.

 

[doll_parts85]

LOL, yes.
I just went and looked at my egg carton, I get the Egg Land's Best because it was recommended for my husband's diabetic diet for the 100mg of Omega 3, but it also says they are 25% less saturated fat and high in Vitamin E. Plus, vegetarian fed hens.

but the hens are raised in battery cages

 

[doll_parts85]

I get lots of Omega 3, I eat flaxseeds in my oatmeal.

 

[sortacurious]

but the hens are raised in battery cages

Hmmm, I don't know much about that. But, maybe there are other brands that have the same good qualities that are more hen friendly.

 

[doll_parts85]

Hmmm, I don't know much about that. But, maybe there are other brands that have the same good qualities that are more hen friendly.

98% of the eggs in the US are from battery cage hens...all the ones in the normal store egg aisle are from battery cages...only free range isn't...and they're expensive and not really that much more animal friendly...I wish I didn't have to eat eggs

 

[Hikari]

DP you're crazy.. When soup is concerned there is no substitute for chicken stock..

Vegetable stock is vegetable stock, but chicken stock is irreplacible.


Perhaps I watch too much food network..

 

[sortacurious]

98% of the eggs in the US are from battery cage hens...all the ones in the normal store egg aisle are from battery cages...only free range isn't...and they're expensive and not really that much more animal friendly...I wish I didn't have to eat eggs

I just found this at their website. Apparently not all their eggs are produced this way, but they do offer an alternative that is.

 

[doll_parts85]

I just found this at their website. Apparently not all their eggs are produced this way, but they do offer an alternative that is.

I'll see if my store sells them...and check the prices...I'll get whatever free range eggs are cheapest.

 

[doll_parts85]

DP you're crazy.. When soup is concerned there is no substitute for chicken stock..

Vegetable stock is vegetable stock, but chicken stock is irreplacible.


Perhaps I watch too much food network..

it tastes the same?

 

[sortacurious]

I'll see if my store sells them...and check the prices...I'll get whatever free range eggs are cheapest.

It's so hard to shop for healthy on a budget, isn't it?

 

[doll_parts85]

It's so hard to shop for healthy on a budget, isn't it?

yes...very hard...I'm thinking this shopping list is gonna run around $175-200 >.< it should feed me for a while though...probably 2-3 weeks...

 

[Lilith]

grapefruit is not ok for anyone taking cholesterol meds

 

[NewEnglandGirl]

May I suggest orange juice, enhanced with vitamin D and calcium?

Especially cutting dairy out of your diet, you should be protecting your bones. And the vitamin C, especially if you aren't thrilled with grapefruit. Also, look for red grapefruit - they tend to be sweeter than white.

Otherwise, excellent job!

 

[doll_parts85]

grapefruit is not ok for anyone taking cholesterol meds

I'm not taking cholesterol meds...

 

[doll_parts85]

May I suggest orange juice, enhanced with vitamin D and calcium?

Especially cutting dairy out of your diet, you should be protecting your bones. And the vitamin C, especially if you aren't thrilled with grapefruit. Also, look for red grapefruit - they tend to be sweeter than white.

Otherwise, excellent job!

juice has a ton of calories soy milk has calcium? and I take a multi....

 

[doll_parts85]

I just ate a pb sandwich and now my tummy hurts whats in a pb sandwich that is bad for your tummy?

 

[NewEnglandGirl]

juice has a ton of calories soy milk has calcium? and I take a multi....

You are right, but 4 oz a day is all you need... and if you get the kind with pulp, you are adding fiber. I personally like to mix mine with flavored seltzer as a mixer. It does not have that heavy drag as you drink it, and is more pleasant. I can't find the words to explain what I mean, but I won't drink artificial sweeteners like in crystal light. This gives me the texture and better flavor without the artificial stuff.

Also, try to buy organic peanut butter if possible, again because of unhealthy fat and additives.

Poor Doll, we always overwhelm you, don't we? But you know it is because we are pulling for you!

 

[pretty_green_eyes]

You are right, but 4 oz a day is all you need... and if you get the kind with pulp, you are adding fiber. I personally like to mix mine with flavored seltzer as a mixer. It does not have that heavy drag as you drink it, and is more pleasant. I can't find the words to explain what I mean, but I won't drink artificial sweeteners like in crystal light. This gives me the texture and better flavor without the artificial stuff.

Also, try to buy organic peanut butter if possible, again because of unhealthy fat and additives.

Poor Doll, we always overwhelm you, don't we? But you know it is because we are pulling for you!

It tastes fresh. The bubbles kind of add a pizazz to it.

 

[doll_parts85]

You are right, but 4 oz a day is all you need... and if you get the kind with pulp, you are adding fiber. I personally like to mix mine with flavored seltzer as a mixer. It does not have that heavy drag as you drink it, and is more pleasant. I can't find the words to explain what I mean, but I won't drink artificial sweeteners like in crystal light. This gives me the texture and better flavor without the artificial stuff.

Also, try to buy organic peanut butter if possible, again because of unhealthy fat and additives.

Poor Doll, we always overwhelm you, don't we? But you know it is because we are pulling for you!

okays I'll get orange juice...and I'll look at the organic pb...I think its expensive though...if its more than $3 I'll just get my regular kind with flaxseeds on it...hehe I love flaxseeds...

 

[doll_parts85]

It tastes fresh. The bubbles kind of add a pizazz to it.

the bubbles give me indigestion