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ladybug

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i know it sounds corny, but i think "food network" really helped me see the joy of food again... before i watched it, i also saw food as medicine and just had to try to eat constantly to survive. i hated that.

... fast forward several years when i started watching cooking shows (whether i made what they were cooking or not), and i seemed interested in food again.

also, i recently lost a bunch of weight while my DH is overseas... i think stress-related weight loss. i went to GNC and picked up "muscle juice" which is a powder you mix with water or milk (i put it in smoothies). 4 scoops (one serving) has 1020 calories and 55 grams of protein (too much protein for me so i half the scoops). i've just started doing this, but hope to see some gain from it. i deff. have to do it with insulin though as each serving (4 scoops) has like 164 grams of carbs! yikes!

anyway, best of luck to you. i personally find the weight gain and maintain issue one of the hardest things about this disease.
 
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ladybug

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i know it sounds corny, but i think "food network" really helped me see the joy of food again... before i watched it, i also saw food as medicine and just had to try to eat constantly to survive. i hated that.

... fast forward several years when i started watching cooking shows (whether i made what they were cooking or not), and i seemed interested in food again.

also, i recently lost a bunch of weight while my DH is overseas... i think stress-related weight loss. i went to GNC and picked up "muscle juice" which is a powder you mix with water or milk (i put it in smoothies). 4 scoops (one serving) has 1020 calories and 55 grams of protein (too much protein for me so i half the scoops). i've just started doing this, but hope to see some gain from it. i deff. have to do it with insulin though as each serving (4 scoops) has like 164 grams of carbs! yikes!

anyway, best of luck to you. i personally find the weight gain and maintain issue one of the hardest things about this disease.
 
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ladybug

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i know it sounds corny, but i think "food network" really helped me see the joy of food again... before i watched it, i also saw food as medicine and just had to try to eat constantly to survive. i hated that.

... fast forward several years when i started watching cooking shows (whether i made what they were cooking or not), and i seemed interested in food again.

also, i recently lost a bunch of weight while my DH is overseas... i think stress-related weight loss. i went to GNC and picked up "muscle juice" which is a powder you mix with water or milk (i put it in smoothies). 4 scoops (one serving) has 1020 calories and 55 grams of protein (too much protein for me so i half the scoops). i've just started doing this, but hope to see some gain from it. i deff. have to do it with insulin though as each serving (4 scoops) has like 164 grams of carbs! yikes!

anyway, best of luck to you. i personally find the weight gain and maintain issue one of the hardest things about this disease.
 
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ladybug

New member
i know it sounds corny, but i think "food network" really helped me see the joy of food again... before i watched it, i also saw food as medicine and just had to try to eat constantly to survive. i hated that.

... fast forward several years when i started watching cooking shows (whether i made what they were cooking or not), and i seemed interested in food again.

also, i recently lost a bunch of weight while my DH is overseas... i think stress-related weight loss. i went to GNC and picked up "muscle juice" which is a powder you mix with water or milk (i put it in smoothies). 4 scoops (one serving) has 1020 calories and 55 grams of protein (too much protein for me so i half the scoops). i've just started doing this, but hope to see some gain from it. i deff. have to do it with insulin though as each serving (4 scoops) has like 164 grams of carbs! yikes!

anyway, best of luck to you. i personally find the weight gain and maintain issue one of the hardest things about this disease.
 
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ladybug

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i know it sounds corny, but i think "food network" really helped me see the joy of food again... before i watched it, i also saw food as medicine and just had to try to eat constantly to survive. i hated that.
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<br />... fast forward several years when i started watching cooking shows (whether i made what they were cooking or not), and i seemed interested in food again.
<br />
<br />also, i recently lost a bunch of weight while my DH is overseas... i think stress-related weight loss. i went to GNC and picked up "muscle juice" which is a powder you mix with water or milk (i put it in smoothies). 4 scoops (one serving) has 1020 calories and 55 grams of protein (too much protein for me so i half the scoops). i've just started doing this, but hope to see some gain from it. i deff. have to do it with insulin though as each serving (4 scoops) has like 164 grams of carbs! yikes!
<br />
<br />anyway, best of luck to you. i personally find the weight gain and maintain issue one of the hardest things about this disease.
 
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cf4life

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<div class="FTQUOTE"><begin quote><i>Originally posted by: <b>RonnieSharpe</b></i>

I have always found that there isn't an unhealthy food for a CFer. As you know, we need to be "fat" in order to have some reserves if we get sick. I assume that you are faithful with your enzymes because that is the most important. You can also eat right before you go to bed so you don't work off those calories right away. I personally eat anything and everything whether or not it's "unhealthy". Right now I'm about 5'9" 190 pounds. Hope this helps.</end quote></div>


I totally disagree with this. I think because of CF it is more important to eat healthy. Healthy whole grain carbs, healthy fats and limiting sugar is the way to go. Try to make sure you eat every 2 to 3 hours and count calories so you know how much you are eating and can improve on it each day/week.
 
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cf4life

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<div class="FTQUOTE"><begin quote><i>Originally posted by: <b>RonnieSharpe</b></i>

I have always found that there isn't an unhealthy food for a CFer. As you know, we need to be "fat" in order to have some reserves if we get sick. I assume that you are faithful with your enzymes because that is the most important. You can also eat right before you go to bed so you don't work off those calories right away. I personally eat anything and everything whether or not it's "unhealthy". Right now I'm about 5'9" 190 pounds. Hope this helps.</end quote></div>


I totally disagree with this. I think because of CF it is more important to eat healthy. Healthy whole grain carbs, healthy fats and limiting sugar is the way to go. Try to make sure you eat every 2 to 3 hours and count calories so you know how much you are eating and can improve on it each day/week.
 
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cf4life

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<div class="FTQUOTE"><begin quote><i>Originally posted by: <b>RonnieSharpe</b></i>

I have always found that there isn't an unhealthy food for a CFer. As you know, we need to be "fat" in order to have some reserves if we get sick. I assume that you are faithful with your enzymes because that is the most important. You can also eat right before you go to bed so you don't work off those calories right away. I personally eat anything and everything whether or not it's "unhealthy". Right now I'm about 5'9" 190 pounds. Hope this helps.</end quote></div>


I totally disagree with this. I think because of CF it is more important to eat healthy. Healthy whole grain carbs, healthy fats and limiting sugar is the way to go. Try to make sure you eat every 2 to 3 hours and count calories so you know how much you are eating and can improve on it each day/week.
 
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cf4life

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<div class="FTQUOTE"><begin quote><i>Originally posted by: <b>RonnieSharpe</b></i>

I have always found that there isn't an unhealthy food for a CFer. As you know, we need to be "fat" in order to have some reserves if we get sick. I assume that you are faithful with your enzymes because that is the most important. You can also eat right before you go to bed so you don't work off those calories right away. I personally eat anything and everything whether or not it's "unhealthy". Right now I'm about 5'9" 190 pounds. Hope this helps.</end quote>


I totally disagree with this. I think because of CF it is more important to eat healthy. Healthy whole grain carbs, healthy fats and limiting sugar is the way to go. Try to make sure you eat every 2 to 3 hours and count calories so you know how much you are eating and can improve on it each day/week.
 
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cf4life

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<div class="FTQUOTE"><begin quote><i>Originally posted by: <b>RonnieSharpe</b></i>
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<br />I have always found that there isn't an unhealthy food for a CFer. As you know, we need to be "fat" in order to have some reserves if we get sick. I assume that you are faithful with your enzymes because that is the most important. You can also eat right before you go to bed so you don't work off those calories right away. I personally eat anything and everything whether or not it's "unhealthy". Right now I'm about 5'9" 190 pounds. Hope this helps.</end quote>
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<br />I totally disagree with this. I think because of CF it is more important to eat healthy. Healthy whole grain carbs, healthy fats and limiting sugar is the way to go. Try to make sure you eat every 2 to 3 hours and count calories so you know how much you are eating and can improve on it each day/week.
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jbrandonAW

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I am a health food freak. I believe that eating healthy can and will lead to better overall health. However exercise is needed too. Exercise will build muscle and help maintain weight.

I feel what you are saying about eating. I have a small appetite and sometimes I find it unbearable to "shove" food in my face. I eat lots of fruits, veggie, whole grains, and protien (meats, nuts, and beans). You have to choose foods that are nutrient dense.

This morning for breakfast I had
1 cup hot chocolate
2 slices cinnimon raisin bread w/ butter
1 4oz yogart
1 banana

Just that got me 500 calories

If I add the boost plus in thats 350 more. just from ONE meal. I always try and get alot of good cals in for breakfast. Im not big on lunches though. And we have a really awesome dinner. Also try eating larger portions of lean meat. Add butter to whatever you can. Also drink milk as often as you can. I try and have atleast 2 glasses a day. I also try to have atleast 2 other dairy product (I like yogart, and I LOVE string cheese). Snack on fruits and veggies as snack, they might have a lower cal content BUT offer loves of vits and mineral. Don't forget about fruit and veggie dips too. (ranch dressing, ranch veggie dip, caramel, chocolate, cream cheese).

Eggs are another great food. You can also add milk, cheese, meats and veggies to them.

If you want other tips on things to eat let me know. Also if you give me an idea of foods you like I can tell you how to stretch the cals and nutrition.
 
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jbrandonAW

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I am a health food freak. I believe that eating healthy can and will lead to better overall health. However exercise is needed too. Exercise will build muscle and help maintain weight.

I feel what you are saying about eating. I have a small appetite and sometimes I find it unbearable to "shove" food in my face. I eat lots of fruits, veggie, whole grains, and protien (meats, nuts, and beans). You have to choose foods that are nutrient dense.

This morning for breakfast I had
1 cup hot chocolate
2 slices cinnimon raisin bread w/ butter
1 4oz yogart
1 banana

Just that got me 500 calories

If I add the boost plus in thats 350 more. just from ONE meal. I always try and get alot of good cals in for breakfast. Im not big on lunches though. And we have a really awesome dinner. Also try eating larger portions of lean meat. Add butter to whatever you can. Also drink milk as often as you can. I try and have atleast 2 glasses a day. I also try to have atleast 2 other dairy product (I like yogart, and I LOVE string cheese). Snack on fruits and veggies as snack, they might have a lower cal content BUT offer loves of vits and mineral. Don't forget about fruit and veggie dips too. (ranch dressing, ranch veggie dip, caramel, chocolate, cream cheese).

Eggs are another great food. You can also add milk, cheese, meats and veggies to them.

If you want other tips on things to eat let me know. Also if you give me an idea of foods you like I can tell you how to stretch the cals and nutrition.
 
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jbrandonAW

New member
I am a health food freak. I believe that eating healthy can and will lead to better overall health. However exercise is needed too. Exercise will build muscle and help maintain weight.

I feel what you are saying about eating. I have a small appetite and sometimes I find it unbearable to "shove" food in my face. I eat lots of fruits, veggie, whole grains, and protien (meats, nuts, and beans). You have to choose foods that are nutrient dense.

This morning for breakfast I had
1 cup hot chocolate
2 slices cinnimon raisin bread w/ butter
1 4oz yogart
1 banana

Just that got me 500 calories

If I add the boost plus in thats 350 more. just from ONE meal. I always try and get alot of good cals in for breakfast. Im not big on lunches though. And we have a really awesome dinner. Also try eating larger portions of lean meat. Add butter to whatever you can. Also drink milk as often as you can. I try and have atleast 2 glasses a day. I also try to have atleast 2 other dairy product (I like yogart, and I LOVE string cheese). Snack on fruits and veggies as snack, they might have a lower cal content BUT offer loves of vits and mineral. Don't forget about fruit and veggie dips too. (ranch dressing, ranch veggie dip, caramel, chocolate, cream cheese).

Eggs are another great food. You can also add milk, cheese, meats and veggies to them.

If you want other tips on things to eat let me know. Also if you give me an idea of foods you like I can tell you how to stretch the cals and nutrition.
 
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jbrandonAW

New member
I am a health food freak. I believe that eating healthy can and will lead to better overall health. However exercise is needed too. Exercise will build muscle and help maintain weight.

I feel what you are saying about eating. I have a small appetite and sometimes I find it unbearable to "shove" food in my face. I eat lots of fruits, veggie, whole grains, and protien (meats, nuts, and beans). You have to choose foods that are nutrient dense.

This morning for breakfast I had
1 cup hot chocolate
2 slices cinnimon raisin bread w/ butter
1 4oz yogart
1 banana

Just that got me 500 calories

If I add the boost plus in thats 350 more. just from ONE meal. I always try and get alot of good cals in for breakfast. Im not big on lunches though. And we have a really awesome dinner. Also try eating larger portions of lean meat. Add butter to whatever you can. Also drink milk as often as you can. I try and have atleast 2 glasses a day. I also try to have atleast 2 other dairy product (I like yogart, and I LOVE string cheese). Snack on fruits and veggies as snack, they might have a lower cal content BUT offer loves of vits and mineral. Don't forget about fruit and veggie dips too. (ranch dressing, ranch veggie dip, caramel, chocolate, cream cheese).

Eggs are another great food. You can also add milk, cheese, meats and veggies to them.

If you want other tips on things to eat let me know. Also if you give me an idea of foods you like I can tell you how to stretch the cals and nutrition.
 
J

jbrandonAW

New member
I am a health food freak. I believe that eating healthy can and will lead to better overall health. However exercise is needed too. Exercise will build muscle and help maintain weight.
<br />
<br />I feel what you are saying about eating. I have a small appetite and sometimes I find it unbearable to "shove" food in my face. I eat lots of fruits, veggie, whole grains, and protien (meats, nuts, and beans). You have to choose foods that are nutrient dense.
<br />
<br />This morning for breakfast I had
<br />1 cup hot chocolate
<br />2 slices cinnimon raisin bread w/ butter
<br />1 4oz yogart
<br />1 banana
<br />
<br />Just that got me 500 calories
<br />
<br />If I add the boost plus in thats 350 more. just from ONE meal. I always try and get alot of good cals in for breakfast. Im not big on lunches though. And we have a really awesome dinner. Also try eating larger portions of lean meat. Add butter to whatever you can. Also drink milk as often as you can. I try and have atleast 2 glasses a day. I also try to have atleast 2 other dairy product (I like yogart, and I LOVE string cheese). Snack on fruits and veggies as snack, they might have a lower cal content BUT offer loves of vits and mineral. Don't forget about fruit and veggie dips too. (ranch dressing, ranch veggie dip, caramel, chocolate, cream cheese).
<br />
<br />Eggs are another great food. You can also add milk, cheese, meats and veggies to them.
<br />
<br />If you want other tips on things to eat let me know. Also if you give me an idea of foods you like I can tell you how to stretch the cals and nutrition.
<br />
<br />
 
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cfsucks

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<div class="FTQUOTE"><begin quote><i>Originally posted by: <b>cf4life</b></i>
I totally disagree with this. I think because of CF it is more important to eat healthy. Healthy whole grain carbs, healthy fats and limiting sugar is the way to go. Try to make sure you eat every 2 to 3 hours and count calories so you know how much you are eating and can improve on it each day/week.</end quote></div>

i agree 100%. doctors always say eat whatever you want it doesnt matter, but thats BS. eat healthy, but just eat more than what a normal person would eat and you should gain weight.

i went on the eat whatever i want diet and gained way too much fat than i wanted. now im trying to lose some of that fat so i can start over.
 
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cfsucks

Guest
<div class="FTQUOTE"><begin quote><i>Originally posted by: <b>cf4life</b></i>
I totally disagree with this. I think because of CF it is more important to eat healthy. Healthy whole grain carbs, healthy fats and limiting sugar is the way to go. Try to make sure you eat every 2 to 3 hours and count calories so you know how much you are eating and can improve on it each day/week.</end quote></div>

i agree 100%. doctors always say eat whatever you want it doesnt matter, but thats BS. eat healthy, but just eat more than what a normal person would eat and you should gain weight.

i went on the eat whatever i want diet and gained way too much fat than i wanted. now im trying to lose some of that fat so i can start over.
 
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cfsucks

Guest
<div class="FTQUOTE"><begin quote><i>Originally posted by: <b>cf4life</b></i>
I totally disagree with this. I think because of CF it is more important to eat healthy. Healthy whole grain carbs, healthy fats and limiting sugar is the way to go. Try to make sure you eat every 2 to 3 hours and count calories so you know how much you are eating and can improve on it each day/week.</end quote></div>

i agree 100%. doctors always say eat whatever you want it doesnt matter, but thats BS. eat healthy, but just eat more than what a normal person would eat and you should gain weight.

i went on the eat whatever i want diet and gained way too much fat than i wanted. now im trying to lose some of that fat so i can start over.
 
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cfsucks

Guest
<div class="FTQUOTE"><begin quote><i>Originally posted by: <b>cf4life</b></i>
I totally disagree with this. I think because of CF it is more important to eat healthy. Healthy whole grain carbs, healthy fats and limiting sugar is the way to go. Try to make sure you eat every 2 to 3 hours and count calories so you know how much you are eating and can improve on it each day/week.</end quote>

i agree 100%. doctors always say eat whatever you want it doesnt matter, but thats BS. eat healthy, but just eat more than what a normal person would eat and you should gain weight.

i went on the eat whatever i want diet and gained way too much fat than i wanted. now im trying to lose some of that fat so i can start over.
 
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cfsucks

Guest
<div class="FTQUOTE"><begin quote><i>Originally posted by: <b>cf4life</b></i>
<br />I totally disagree with this. I think because of CF it is more important to eat healthy. Healthy whole grain carbs, healthy fats and limiting sugar is the way to go. Try to make sure you eat every 2 to 3 hours and count calories so you know how much you are eating and can improve on it each day/week.</end quote>
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<br />i agree 100%. doctors always say eat whatever you want it doesnt matter, but thats BS. eat healthy, but just eat more than what a normal person would eat and you should gain weight.
<br />
<br />i went on the eat whatever i want diet and gained way too much fat than i wanted. now im trying to lose some of that fat so i can start over.
 
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