Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
salt substitute OK?***Originally posted by Associate BMOS Annie If you are referring to the salt substitutes they have out there, they are not allowed on this program the reason being is that they basically are made up of potassium chloride which acts the same as sodium in regards to water retention and thus slowing the weight loss. Sorry to be the bearer of bad news.Annie How about egg beaters or egg substitutes?***Unfortunately, no. They are considered a processed food and not recommended. The ones that contain only egg whites are a better option but still processed and not plan recommended. See how your body reacts to them. If no weight fluctuation, then the ones containing only egg whites are probably fine for you.I really miss butter on my baked potato. Can I have butter spray?***Butter sprays should be avoided during the reduction phase of the program.How about sugar free jello?***Sugar free gelatin "dessert" mixes are not recommended. They are mostly chemicals that don't have much nutritional value and won't help fuel your metabolism to help you lose weight. Can I have no salt added, no butter added, air popped, popcorn for a snack?***Corn is Carb C in your Infinite Menu Planner and not recommended for routine use while on the reduction phase of the program.
Is sugarless gum OK?***From Associate BMOS Tenderpaw -Sugar substitutes and sugar free gum may be used in moderation. They won't really help you reach your goals, and in some cases they cause cravings for sweet carbs, so you don't want to use them too frequently.Sugar Substitutes -what can I use?***Splenda or Stevia are good choices. Sugar Twin makes a brown Sugar Subtitute.Soy Milk or soy products?? ***From Associate BMOS RikkiMSorry, unless you are a vegetarian, we don't recommend soy products while on the reduction phase. Soy contains phytoestrogen which can act like your body's estrogen and cause water retention.Rice Milk??***From Associate BMOS TenderpawThe program materials recommend using "a splash" of rice milk if needed for coffee, tea, smoothies, etc. Clearly splash sizes can vary; it's likely best to use the smallest effective amount.
What about protein bars?
*** Your binder mentions Pure Protein bars, but to use for emergencies only, not as a daily alternative.
Can I drink Crystal Light, tea, coffee, diet sodas, carbonated flavored waters? Do these count towards my water?
***Yes, you can have. But they are in addition to your 100 oz of water. If you drink caffienated beverages like coffee and tea, we do recommend that you drink an equivalent amount of additonal water to help flush out the caffiene from your system. Creamers and sugar are not recommended.
Are the measurements for food taken before or after cooking? Is it one half cup of dry oatmeal or cooked oatmeal/
***All measurements are done after cooking/before eating.How do know how much to eat from the recipe cards or recipes in the Recipe Exchange?
***See this post: Recipe Cards or this post How to measure serving sizes I'm Type B, but I don't see any B Veggies. What do I eat?
***The food choices don't match the body types. All the body types pretty much have the same choices from the Infinite Menu Planner. See your Fast Track Menu Card.Do I have match Protein A with Carb/Fruit A?
***Your choices on your Fast Track Menu card are mix and match. You choose one from each column to make your meal.I'm using my kitchen scale to measure my proteins. Can I use my scale for my carbs, veggies and fruit?***Proteins are measured by weight. Carbs, veggies and fruit are measured by volume. There is no direct conversion of one to the other due to the difference in densities of the food. For instance, one cup of spinach will not weigh the same as one cup of broccoli. If you really want to measure all your foods by weight, you can measure them in a measuring cup first. Then weigh the portion on the scale and record it somewhere. Eventually, you can develop your own chart of foods that you eat by weight. (And, no, I haven't done this. )
__________________Got a burning question and want an answer RIGHT NOW? Try the FAQ, our Resource Library or the forum's Search feature. (Click on the words in blue to get to those pages.) Rikki MorenoStarted 6WBMO April, 2002Added SMART techniques in August, 2002
Why can't we use low-fat or low sodium dairy? Originally posted by 2mchFauxU Magnesium-Calcium Imbalance: Lactose is the sugar in milk & it is broken down in our intestines by the enzyme lactase. By the age of four, many of us have stopped producing that enzyme. the undigested lactose moves to the colon, where it ferments & causes bloating, gas, cramps & sometimes diarrhea.
salt substitute OK?***Originally posted by Associate BMOS Annie If you are referring to the salt substitutes they have out there, they are not allowed on this program the reason being is that they basically are made up of potassium chloride which acts the same as sodium in regards to water retention and thus slowing the weight loss. Sorry to be the bearer of bad news.Annie How about egg beaters or egg substitutes?***Unfortunately, no. They are considered a processed food and not recommended. The ones that contain only egg whites are a better option but still processed and not plan recommended. See how your body reacts to them. If no weight fluctuation, then the ones containing only egg whites are probably fine for you.I really miss butter on my baked potato. Can I have butter spray?***Butter sprays should be avoided during the reduction phase of the program.How about sugar free jello?***Sugar free gelatin "dessert" mixes are not recommended. They are mostly chemicals that don't have much nutritional value and won't help fuel your metabolism to help you lose weight. Can I have no salt added, no butter added, air popped, popcorn for a snack?***Corn is Carb C in your Infinite Menu Planner and not recommended for routine use while on the reduction phase of the program.
Is sugarless gum OK?***From Associate BMOS Tenderpaw -Sugar substitutes and sugar free gum may be used in moderation. They won't really help you reach your goals, and in some cases they cause cravings for sweet carbs, so you don't want to use them too frequently.Sugar Substitutes -what can I use?***Splenda or Stevia are good choices. Sugar Twin makes a brown Sugar Subtitute.Soy Milk or soy products?? ***From Associate BMOS RikkiMSorry, unless you are a vegetarian, we don't recommend soy products while on the reduction phase. Soy contains phytoestrogen which can act like your body's estrogen and cause water retention.Rice Milk??***From Associate BMOS TenderpawThe program materials recommend using "a splash" of rice milk if needed for coffee, tea, smoothies, etc. Clearly splash sizes can vary; it's likely best to use the smallest effective amount.
What about protein bars?
*** Your binder mentions Pure Protein bars, but to use for emergencies only, not as a daily alternative.
Can I drink Crystal Light, tea, coffee, diet sodas, carbonated flavored waters? Do these count towards my water?
***Yes, you can have. But they are in addition to your 100 oz of water. If you drink caffienated beverages like coffee and tea, we do recommend that you drink an equivalent amount of additonal water to help flush out the caffiene from your system. Creamers and sugar are not recommended.
Are the measurements for food taken before or after cooking? Is it one half cup of dry oatmeal or cooked oatmeal/
***All measurements are done after cooking/before eating.How do know how much to eat from the recipe cards or recipes in the Recipe Exchange?
***See this post: Recipe Cards or this post How to measure serving sizes I'm Type B, but I don't see any B Veggies. What do I eat?
***The food choices don't match the body types. All the body types pretty much have the same choices from the Infinite Menu Planner. See your Fast Track Menu Card.Do I have match Protein A with Carb/Fruit A?
***Your choices on your Fast Track Menu card are mix and match. You choose one from each column to make your meal.I'm using my kitchen scale to measure my proteins. Can I use my scale for my carbs, veggies and fruit?***Proteins are measured by weight. Carbs, veggies and fruit are measured by volume. There is no direct conversion of one to the other due to the difference in densities of the food. For instance, one cup of spinach will not weigh the same as one cup of broccoli. If you really want to measure all your foods by weight, you can measure them in a measuring cup first. Then weigh the portion on the scale and record it somewhere. Eventually, you can develop your own chart of foods that you eat by weight. (And, no, I haven't done this. )
__________________Got a burning question and want an answer RIGHT NOW? Try the FAQ, our Resource Library or the forum's Search feature. (Click on the words in blue to get to those pages.) Rikki MorenoStarted 6WBMO April, 2002Added SMART techniques in August, 2002
Why can't we use low-fat or low sodium dairy? Originally posted by 2mchFauxU Magnesium-Calcium Imbalance: Lactose is the sugar in milk & it is broken down in our intestines by the enzyme lactase. By the age of four, many of us have stopped producing that enzyme. the undigested lactose moves to the colon, where it ferments & causes bloating, gas, cramps & sometimes diarrhea.
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