Not Enough Veggies Folks

Lon · Post by **Lon** » Thu Oct 30, 2008 12:54 pm

I have gone back and read 32,568 posts of "What are you having for dinner?) and have come to the conclusion that FG members consume way too many carbs and not enough vegetables. Shame Shame. This makes me think that FG members overall, have a weight problem. Oh sure, there is that token veggie like peas, that someone will have with their fried chicken, mashed potatoes with gravy, garlic bread and chocolate cake for desert. I don't seem to read any posts where someone has at least two veggies with their hi carb meal, or salads either. I love my beef, fish, pork & chicken, but also eat daily, at least four different vegetables along with fresh fruits. Hi carb meals seem to be the thing both in the states as well as the UK and is no doubt the cause of the increased weight of it's citizens, along with lack of exercise.

OK no more PREACHIN, just trying to keep ya'll healthy and fit.

You can join FGMFF by sending me your check for $15 so I can buy dehydrated veggies to distribute to needy members.

What's FGMFF? FORUM GARDEN MEMBERS FOR FITNESS :wah:

Milly · Post by **Milly** » Thu Oct 30, 2008 1:00 pm

LOL.... I'm vegetarian Lon.... I eat lots of veggies and am definately not overweight :wah:

Lon · Post by **Lon** » Thu Oct 30, 2008 1:05 pm

Milly;1039862 wrote: LOL.... I'm vegetarian Lon.... I eat lots of veggies and am definately not overweight :wah:

Good on ya Milly----you can be a charter member of the FGMFF

Slip a little beef into your diet once in a while.:wah:

Milly · Post by **Milly** » Thu Oct 30, 2008 1:08 pm

Lon;1039866 wrote: Good on ya Milly----you can be a charter member of the FGMFF

Slip a little beef into your diet once in a while.:wah:

haha... nice try... but, ummmmm.....NO! :p:wah:

kayleneaussie · Post by **kayleneaussie** » Thu Oct 30, 2008 1:11 pm

I have vegies 6 nights a week

Lon · Post by **Lon** » Thu Oct 30, 2008 1:17 pm

kayleneaussie;1039878 wrote: I have vegies 6 nights a week

Great!!! Another member for the FGMFF:)

Watch those chips though!!

chonsigirl · Post by **chonsigirl** » Thu Oct 30, 2008 1:43 pm

Nice chicken salad tonight, but then, I usually always have salad and/or veggies for dinner.

G-man · Post by **G-man** » Thu Oct 30, 2008 1:45 pm

I'm a FGMFF! I mostly eat veggies and grains.

Joannah · Post by **Joannah** » Thu Oct 30, 2008 1:51 pm

Brilliant idea, Lon.

There is a campaign in the UK to get everyone eating five fruit and veg every day. I don't always make five every day...but I'm trying!

Can I become a member of FGMFF?

Lon · Post by **Lon** » Thu Oct 30, 2008 2:06 pm

Joannah;1039922 wrote: Brilliant idea, Lon.

There is a campaign in the UK to get everyone eating five fruit and veg every day. I don't always make five every day...but I'm trying!

Can I become a member of FGMFF?

Most certainly--------I hereby appoint you a Charter Member of the FGMFF.:guitarist

Post by **Betty Boop** » Thu Oct 30, 2008 4:11 pm

We eat veg most nights, usually three types in one meal too. Winter... time for stews and casseroles again :-6

guppy · Post by **guppy** » Thu Oct 30, 2008 4:15 pm

I used to be way overweight..about two hundred and fifty five pounds after i had my four children..but i lost it..and now weigh in about one thirty..yeaaaaaaaaaaaa high five..proud of me!! :-6

Peg · Post by **Peg** » Thu Oct 30, 2008 4:24 pm

WTG Guppy! I hate most vegetables but I do make them for the family and eat the few I actually like.

flopstock · Post by **flopstock** » Thu Oct 30, 2008 4:30 pm

Thanks for the idea Lon... I'm off to fry up some breaded zuchinni .. or maybe stuffed artichokes..:-4

I'll put the group in my will:p

Odie · Post by **Odie** » Thu Oct 30, 2008 4:43 pm

love veggies!

southern yankee · Post by **southern yankee** » Thu Oct 30, 2008 4:48 pm

Lon;1039856 wrote: I have gone back and read 32,568 posts of "What are you having for dinner?) and have come to the conclusion that FG members consume way too may carbs and not enough vegetables. Shame Shame. This makes me think that FG members overall, have a weight problem. Oh sure, there is that token veggie like peas, that someone will have with their fried chicken, mashed potatoes with gravy, garlic bread and chocolate cake for desert. I don't seem to read any posts where someone has at least two veggies with their hi carb meal, or salads either. I love my beef, fish, pork & chicken, but also eat daily, at least four different vegetables along with fresh fruits. Hi carb meals seem to be the thing both in the states as well as the UK and is no doubt the cause of the increased weight of it's citizens, along with lack of exercise.

OK no more PREACHIN, just trying to keep ya'll healthy and fit.

You can join FGMFF by sending me your check for $15 so I can buy dehydrated veggies to distribute to needy members.

What's FGMFF? FORUM GARDEN MEMBERS FOR FITNESS :wah: We always have a veggie with salad. almost every night. Don't look into cajun dishes they are not big veggie eaters

flopstock · Post by **flopstock** » Thu Oct 30, 2008 5:04 pm

Odie;1040192 wrote: love veggies!

come on girle... commit here... what's your favorite?:-4

I pick mcdonalds french fries!:wah:

southern yankee · Post by **southern yankee** » Thu Oct 30, 2008 5:10 pm

Peg;1040169 wrote: WTG Guppy! I hate most vegetables but I do make them for the family and eat the few I actually like. i am glad you do. most people don't cook what they don't eat. good for you:)

Lon · Post by **Lon** » Thu Oct 30, 2008 7:30 pm

flopstock;1040176 wrote: Thanks for the idea Lon... I'm off to fry up some breaded zuchinni .. or maybe stuffed artichokes..:-4

I'll put the group in my will:p

Just gotta add those carbs to the zuchinni dontcha?:wah:

southern yankee · Post by **southern yankee** » Thu Oct 30, 2008 7:41 pm

you know i like my veggies cooked with NOTHING, no butter or seasoning. i like the true taste. but hubby has to have the extras

Joannah · Post by **Joannah** » Fri Oct 31, 2008 2:17 am

Any suggestions on how to encourage children to eat vegetables - and enjoy them?

Post by **spot** » Fri Oct 31, 2008 2:21 am

Joannah;1040443 wrote: Any suggestions on how to encourage children to eat vegetables - and enjoy them?

My standard line was "eat the rest of those vegetables or I'll plunge the toilet with your head again".

Post by **Betty Boop** » Fri Oct 31, 2008 4:21 am

Joannah;1040443 wrote: Any suggestions on how to encourage children to eat vegetables - and enjoy them?

No idea, I have tried everything. I have one that will eat everything that's put in front of him and one thats extremely fussy, she tends to get it hidden in her potato :wah:

Mustang · Post by **Mustang** » Fri Oct 31, 2008 6:12 am

I love to go out to the garden and hand pick fresh veggies, And Put them on the grill with a good steak. Oh if you ever had fresh green beans from the garden you will never buy them from the store.

koan · Post by **koan** » Fri Oct 31, 2008 8:07 am

I'm mostly seafood, veggies and grains with the occasional chicken who was askin' fer it.

I'm intrigued by raw food diets. I'm considering it but have to figure out which missing nutrients I'd have to compensate for and make sure I have a good supply of interesting recipes.

Lon · Post by **Lon** » Fri Oct 31, 2008 8:19 am

koan;1040696 wrote: I'm mostly seafood, veggies and grains with the occasional chicken who was askin' fer it.

I'm intrigued by raw food diets. I'm considering it but have to figure out which missing nutrients I'd have to compensate for and make sure I have a good supply of interesting recipes.

How about Sashimi (raw fish)? It's quite good.

YZGI · Post by **YZGI** » Fri Oct 31, 2008 9:55 am

Hey Lon, I resemble that remark. I always get lettuce, tomato, onion and jalapeños on my cheeseburgers..

Lon · Post by **Lon** » Fri Oct 31, 2008 11:01 am

YZGI;1040804 wrote: Hey Lon, I resemble that remark. I always get lettuce, tomato, onion and jalapeños on my cheeseburgers..

Try chopped raw broccoli on your cheeseburger next time.

southern yankee · Post by **southern yankee** » Fri Oct 31, 2008 11:16 am

going have a salad in a little while. lots of fresh veggies. but i gotta have ranch or bleu cheese dressing. YUM

southern yankee · Post by **southern yankee** » Fri Oct 31, 2008 11:27 am

i plant a garden every spring and fall. (no fall one this year) we have Tomatoes,cucumbers,okra,bell and hot peppers, green onions, radishes, , and leaf lettuce.

Nomad · Post by **Nomad** » Fri Oct 31, 2008 7:48 pm

Im guilty Lon. I enjoy vegetables but many of them can be time consuming to prepare and frequently Im dead tired by the time I eat so I skip the veg's.

What should I do ?

qsducks · Post by **qsducks** » Fri Oct 31, 2008 7:56 pm

Lon;1039856 wrote: I have gone back and read 32,568 posts of "What are you having for dinner?) and have come to the conclusion that FG members consume way too many carbs and not enough vegetables. Shame Shame. This makes me think that FG members overall, have a weight problem. Oh sure, there is that token veggie like peas, that someone will have with their fried chicken, mashed potatoes with gravy, garlic bread and chocolate cake for desert. I don't seem to read any posts where someone has at least two veggies with their hi carb meal, or salads either. I love my beef, fish, pork & chicken, but also eat daily, at least four different vegetables along with fresh fruits. Hi carb meals seem to be the thing both in the states as well as the UK and is no doubt the cause of the increased weight of it's citizens, along with lack of exercise.

OK no more PREACHIN, just trying to keep ya'll healthy and fit.

You can join FGMFF by sending me your check for $15 so I can buy dehydrated veggies to distribute to needy members.

What's FGMFF? FORUM GARDEN MEMBERS FOR FITNESS :wah:

You're right Lon. Seems to be tons of fried foods and no veggies. I make it a habit everynight to have some kind of veggie. Asparagus, artichokes, peas, broccoli, carrots, etc. and I always pack a fruit in their lunches.

Lon · Post by **Lon** » Fri Oct 31, 2008 10:05 pm

Nomad;1041337 wrote: Im guilty Lon. I enjoy vegetables but many of them can be time consuming to prepare and frequently Im dead tired by the time I eat so I skip the veg's.

What should I do ?

Buy a big Family Pack of frozen mixed Stir Fry Veggies. Shake out the amount you want into a microwavable bowl and give em about 4 minutes on high and voila you have a nice quick nutritious mix of veggies to have with what ever else you are eating. Frozen veggies can be almost as good as fresh. Most frozen corn and spinach that I buy is pretty darn good. Broccoli cooks up in a microwave in short order.

Joannah · Post by **Joannah** » Sat Nov 01, 2008 3:02 am

If you find preparing veggies too time consuming and a bit of a chore, why not try the frozen veg? I always keep a variety in my freezer and they are cooked within minutes.

You can even buy individual frozen packs of assorted veg, usually 4 in a pack. Two minutes in the microwave and ready to serve.

Very convenient when you live in the sticks.

qsducks · Post by **qsducks** » Sat Nov 01, 2008 9:25 am

Lon;1041392 wrote: Buy a big Family Pack of frozen mixed Stir Fry Veggies. Shake out the amount you want into a microwavable bowl and give em about 4 minutes on high and voila you have a nice quick nutritious mix of veggies to have with what ever else you are eating. Frozen veggies can be almost as good as fresh. Most frozen corn and spinach that I buy is pretty darn good. Broccoli cooks up in a microwave in short order.

I don't own a microwave:p We steam alot of our veggies.

Tan · Post by **Tan** » Sat Nov 01, 2008 5:02 pm

Lon;1039856 wrote: I have gone back and read 32,568 posts of "What are you having for dinner?) and have come to the conclusion that FG members consume way too many carbs and not enough vegetables. Shame Shame. This makes me think that FG members overall, have a weight problem. Oh sure, there is that token veggie like peas, that someone will have with their fried chicken, mashed potatoes with gravy, garlic bread and chocolate cake for desert. I don't seem to read any posts where someone has at least two veggies with their hi carb meal, or salads either. I love my beef, fish, pork & chicken, but also eat daily, at least four different vegetables along with fresh fruits. Hi carb meals seem to be the thing both in the states as well as the UK and is no doubt the cause of the increased weight of it's citizens, along with lack of exercise.

OK no more PREACHIN, just trying to keep ya'll healthy and fit.

You can join FGMFF by sending me your check for $15 so I can buy dehydrated veggies to distribute to needy members.

What's FGMFF? FORUM GARDEN MEMBERS FOR FITNESS :wah:

You're awesome Lon! :wah:

chonsigirl · Post by **chonsigirl** » Sat Nov 01, 2008 5:21 pm

There's brussel sprouts on the 1,000,000 post thread................:-3

Odie · Post by **Odie** » Sat Nov 01, 2008 9:25 pm

- had fresh carrots, 3X time this week.

-peas

-brocolli

-cauliflower

love the veggies!

oh and 2 glasses of tomato juice

Lon · Post by **Lon** » Sat Nov 01, 2008 9:37 pm

Odie;1042780 wrote: - had fresh carrots, 3X time this week.

-peas

-brocolli

-cauliflower

love the veggies!

oh and 2 glasses of tomato juice

That's Great!!! Don't forget spinach.

sunny104 · Post by **sunny104** » Mon Nov 03, 2008 8:16 am

In my case I know I'm not as descriptive in the dinner thread as I could be. For instance I might write that we're having tacos that night but I don't include that I always serve a plate of fresh chopped veggies alongside it for toppings. Or when I make pasta I always add fresh veggies to it like mushrooms, zuchini, etc. . I love ALL veggies.

And for the record I'm very thin. :p

guppy · Post by **guppy** » Mon Nov 03, 2008 8:28 am

I probably dont eat as many vegis as most..i know i have to have a protein diet or i feel baaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaad. Most of the vegis i eat come out of casseroles and such..although i cook alot of vegis i dont eat..like greens. My children love it..i cant stand it...bluk.

southern yankee · Post by **southern yankee** » Mon Nov 03, 2008 1:04 pm

Odie;1042780 wrote: - had fresh carrots, 3X time this week.

-peas

-brocolli

-cauliflower

love the veggies!

oh and 2 glasses of tomato juice i bet those tomato juices are BLOODY MARYS:wah::wah:

Odie · Post by **Odie** » Fri Dec 05, 2008 8:32 pm

southern yankee;1044249 wrote: i bet those tomato juices are BLOODY MARYS:wah::wah:

psst.........shush!:yh_rotfl

Lon · Post by **Lon** » Fri Dec 05, 2008 8:45 pm

guppy;1043874 wrote: I probably dont eat as many vegis as most..i know i have to have a protein diet or i feel baaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaad. Most of the vegis i eat come out of casseroles and such..although i cook alot of vegis i dont eat..like greens. My children love it..i cant stand it...bluk.

You would love my summer salads made with raw veggies laced with Pure Virgin Olive Oil and Balsamic Vinegar.