31. Posted by thirtysix on Thu, Nov 01, 2007, 12:12 pm PDT

Each entree had large amts of carbs. Little choice was given to those on a low carb regimen, like diabetics or pre-diabetics.

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32. Posted by HARIS W on Thu, Nov 01, 2007, 12:12 pm PDT

there is only one way to not get fat and to get healthy and that is to get off anything that contains any animal product.That is scientificly proven and if you have problem with it take it to scientist,..they have all the time in the world to hear you pouting and moaning

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33. Posted by guarapari76 on Thu, Nov 01, 2007, 12:12 pm PDT

Frozen food is loaded with preservative. I don't think it is healthy. Make time for your self and cook a healthy food.

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34. Posted by Janel on Thu, Nov 01, 2007, 12:13 pm PDT

What an excellent article! I love lean cuisines...they def hit the spot when you are craving something tasty that won't pack on pounds.

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35. Posted by Carrie-G on Thu, Nov 01, 2007, 12:13 pm PDT

The best frozen entrees out there are the Kashi brands - all are loaded with protein and fiber, with modest fat, salt and carbs. all of the are very filling, delicious and all-natural!

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36. Posted by jdelarm2 on Thu, Nov 01, 2007, 12:13 pm PDT

Thank you. Being stressed out and too short of time to want to go to a pizza place -- or even boil water for pasta -- is the point here. Thanks again.

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37. Posted by chevygirl1313@sbcglobal.net on Thu, Nov 01, 2007, 12:13 pm PDT

Actually - the Lean Cuisines are not that high in sodium - and they have no preservatives so they actually taste like REAL, YUMMY food!!! :)

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38. Posted by Christy B on Thu, Nov 01, 2007, 12:13 pm PDT

The butternut squash ravioli is REALLY good...I eat it about once a week. The panini's are good, and even better when you spray some PAM in a skillet and crisp it even further on each side...it does not taste as microwaved (If that makes any sense!).

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39. Posted by Tim on Thu, Nov 01, 2007, 12:13 pm PDT

Too much sodium in many of these.

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40. Posted by Elizabeth R on Thu, Nov 01, 2007, 12:14 pm PDT

Re comment #7: Mo, have you ever tried these meals? I have found almost all of them to be top-notch. I started eating Lean Cuisine and Healthy Choice meals; I also began walking every evening after dinner. I lost 110 pounds. The meals don't fill you up? Okay, so try a salad with lowfat or non-fat shredded cheese, and lowfat or non-fat dressing, and even Bac-Os (which are made from soy, which is good for us). Even a baked potato can be good for you, if you load it with the same cheese and Bac-Os mentioned above, plus lowfat sour cream. Hey, it worked for me! For those who can stick to a two-slice limit, pizza from a local pizzeria is fine. But for those of us who have problems with portion control, diet TV dinners are great -- we can't go back for seconds.

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41. Posted by kissee56 on Thu, Nov 01, 2007, 12:14 pm PDT

I love the Boston Market frozen dinners, they have a great Lasgana, Meatloaf, turkey, and chicken and they are reasonably priced under $3.00 and they fill you up for lunches.

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42. Posted by steve_gray_y on Thu, Nov 01, 2007, 12:14 pm PDT

Also, Any of the entree's for Eating Right are down right tasty.

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43. Posted by facesr0085 on Thu, Nov 01, 2007, 12:14 pm PDT

CUT DOWN ON THE SALT AND YOU ARE REALY TALKING GOOD FOOD SENCE, AND NOT JUST EATING ANOTHER FROZEN QUICKEY

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44. Posted by LMG on Thu, Nov 01, 2007, 12:14 pm PDT

Lean Cuisine Sesame Chicken is great!!!

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45. Posted by itguy731 on Thu, Nov 01, 2007, 12:15 pm PDT

I wish that more TV dinners would have a low sodium version, they do it with soup now and now I actually like soup. It's so hard to stay healthy these days.

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46. Posted by Matty on Thu, Nov 01, 2007, 12:15 pm PDT

You know, rather than stocking your freezer with store bought dinners you could make the food yourself and freeze it in dinner size portions. That way you have the food you like the way you like it. It will also allow you to add whatever veggies etc. you like.

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47. Posted by Carla H on Thu, Nov 01, 2007, 12:15 pm PDT

I have plenty of things I can make in 10-20 minutes that don't come out of a box, don't need to be nuked, and are healthier than anything on this list.

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48. Posted by nirvanarocker777 on Thu, Nov 01, 2007, 12:16 pm PDT

All of these taste terrible unless your a health person, Chipolte is great take out and for 15 bux you can get real pizza.

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49. Posted by marion.belore on Thu, Nov 01, 2007, 12:16 pm PDT

Gee Whiz !!! Do you REALIZE how much salt (sodium) there is in each of those supposedly "healthy" suggestions you make ... ? These are NOT responsible suggestions for a healthy diet !

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50. Posted by MSNutrition on Thu, Nov 01, 2007, 12:16 pm PDT

Trader Joe's carries some great frozen stuff as well with surprisingly good flavor, if you are lucky to have one in your neighborhood - I like their Chicken Enchiladas and Chile Verde Burritos. It is worth paying a couple dollars for your health!

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51. Posted by Julia Havey on Thu, Nov 01, 2007, 12:17 pm PDT

Sodium, hello!? I think the sodium counts in ALL of these are through the roof! NOTHING beats home cooking. I think we can do better than these but if they are your only option other than McDonalds, go for it!

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52. Posted by lokibird@sbcglobal.net on Thu, Nov 01, 2007, 12:17 pm PDT

Those items all have high carb counts in them. How is that good for you???

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53. Posted by candydp98 on Thu, Nov 01, 2007, 12:18 pm PDT

The Kashi meals have really healthy ingredients, although it is salkty...

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54. Posted by Roni on Thu, Nov 01, 2007, 12:18 pm PDT

Seriously, lean cuisine meals are great I absolutely love them. They're a lot better than fast food and easy enough for me to have lunch (in an 1 at work) and dinner because sometimes when you get home cooking is the last thing you want to do.

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55. Posted by christinekoperski on Thu, Nov 01, 2007, 12:18 pm PDT

I have been trying a lot of the Amy's Organic dishes. Haven't met one I don't like yet. So much healthier than that other crap. and most of them are made without GMO's. The Kashi ones are also delicious, but I am now a vegetarian, so can't eat them. You can also read the ingredients on those without a chemistry degree.

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56. Posted by gloriajeanxx on Thu, Nov 01, 2007, 12:18 pm PDT

I hate frozen entres'. Frozen foods taste drab. There's nothing like home cooking. You girls should learn to cook, and your families would enjoy life again.

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57. Posted by Jenny on Thu, Nov 01, 2007, 12:19 pm PDT

I didn't care much for any of Kashi's microwave meals. Maybe it was my microwave, but they usually turned out mushy.

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58. Posted by Travis M on Thu, Nov 01, 2007, 12:19 pm PDT

The idea is to have healthy versions of the originals. I'm sure you could make your own mac and cheese or go to a local pizza shop, but I highly doubt that you could find recipes this low in fat. Some people need portion control, so making their own macaroni and then eating only a 9 oz. serving is really difficult. Overall this a great list for anyone looking for some lower calorie alternatives.

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59. Posted by Kat on Thu, Nov 01, 2007, 12:19 pm PDT

I have found that the Healthy choice meals are very good, full of flavor and low in sodium. In fact some of them have more flavor than ones containing 2-3 times the amount of sodium. And you can even get dessert!

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60. Posted by lilkittengurl83 on Thu, Nov 01, 2007, 12:19 pm PDT

these meals are definitely a great pick every now and then but most are loaded with sodium; not so great

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