im a college student who makes about 500 a month before bills... which leaves me with almost nothing for groceries. the past year and a half ive been living off ramen noodles and frozen dinners and i havent had the time to work out as much as i would like. although im not eating much because i cant afford it, the foods i am eating and the stress are making me gain weight. slowly, but surely. i really dont think i can afford healthier foods. does anyone have any inexpensive dieting tips? it would mean so much =]
2007-08-27 08:05:56 · 31 answers · asked by Anonymous in Health ➔ Diet & Fitness
haha, sorry but i don't think i will choose the anorexia route to lose weight. i would like to stay healthy... and not.. die.
i agree that exercising would be a big help though. i try to do some small stuff while i work on homework. ^_^
2007-08-27 14:06:23 · update #1
The Ramen noodles and frozen dinners are packed full of fat.
If you try to eat more vegetables and grains, you'll feel full.
Rice, couscous, bulgar wheat, quinoa (KEEN YA) are some grains; boil/simmer to directions with water or broth
Lentils, split peas ( yellow or green) are great legumes to use with or in place of grains.
If you can't afford fresh veggies, then purchase frozen.
Buy the varieties in the plastic bag; the larger the better value.
Stay away from the "boxed" veggies; they usually have either added ingredients/calories or are more expensive.
There are TONS of recipes that utilize mixtures of the above.
You might purchase a veggie & sauce frozen "boxed" product and after preparing, use 1/3rd to add to other veggies. 'Fridge the remaining for subsequent meals.
Careful of using canned soups for "sauces" 'cus many are high in calories and sodium.
Add a scrambled egg and/or sauteed onion to your concoctions.
This information will get you started in the right direction.
Do some "googling" for veggy meals; lo-cost meals etc.
Follow the tennants of Asian cuisine: use "meat" as an ingredient, rather than an entree.
2007-08-27 08:34:37 · answer #1 · answered by B C 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2016-10-03 07:44:09 · answer #2 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
shear three sheep 6 minutes per sheep
2017-04-01 09:32:31 · answer #3 · answered by Mary 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
if you re having trouble getting started make a small move such as starting an eating log or buying walking shoes you re three times more likely to follow through if you start with small gestures such as these
2016-08-12 14:13:25 · answer #4 · answered by ? 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
hairfly, Hon if you have no money for food there ya go ! You also need to exersize, riding a bicycle is best ! But walking is fine too.
2007-08-27 09:32:06 · answer #5 · answered by lonewolf 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
ride him like a cow girl for 26 minutes straddling requires more calorie burning leg work
2016-01-19 22:33:28 · answer #6 · answered by ? 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Use 3 bite rule have three small bites and put fork down each time
2016-04-01 07:28:36 · answer #7 · answered by ? 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
well if your a snacker try 90 cal packs..i they are pretty cheap.. if you like veggies try those mini carrots.. and for some protein try chicken it can be cheap if you get the right kind.. try and fill up on water.. that could help filling you
2007-08-27 08:15:47 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Ashtanga or vinyasa yoga styles bur more calories
2016-03-11 06:15:33 · answer #9 · answered by Lorraine 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Keep proper distance between meals
2016-03-18 07:54:49 · answer #10 · answered by Carlos 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋