901. Posted by lwise0_31@verizon.net on Mon, Jan 29, 2007, 8:06 pm PST

Thanks alot! Now when I step out for a treat, I'll be able to choose wiser & healthier . Thanks to you again.

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902. Posted by Curious 'G' on Mon, Feb 26, 2007, 5:30 pm PST

Qi - the word for balance. a little bit of everything. what I like about working at where I do is the vegetables are absolutely fresh. that and we can make things lower fat by only using the natural fats from the foods to keep them from sticking to our grill. what I don't like is how much starch manufacturers use in the premade stuff. and the sauces for the chicken strips are completely fake! on the other hand, our apple pie is the healthiest thing next to our salads. and it's deep fried. surprised? not me. maybe it's just the fact it's real apple.

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903. Posted by mich4984 on Thu, Mar 01, 2007, 3:09 pm PST

Most of these suggestions are really informative, except the Ruby Tuesdays one. Their salad bar is chock full of ingredients that I'm sure are MUCH worse than a little butter on your broccoli (i.e. dressings, croutons, sunflower seeds, pepperoni, etc.). Just "opting for the salad bar" isn't really sufficient advice, you have to be smart about what you're putting on your salad!

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904. Posted by noebelsa on Thu, Mar 01, 2007, 4:46 pm PST

you should try blue bell cake batter ice cream, its only 190 calories a serving

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905. Posted by lizthemagnificent on Fri, Mar 02, 2007, 9:07 am PST

This isn't a great article. First off, 500 calories isn't that bad for the Ruby T's meal. Adding a baked potato with salsa? Wow, that's both unappealing and high calorie. People are neurotic enough about their food. Better off cooking at home, and then if you want some high calorie ice cream, go out get it. Just don't eat more than 1/2 a cup. If you have to eat a salad out...well, everyone knows that salad dressing and crispy chicken and bacon aren't low-cal, even if they're sitting on top of some lettuce. Come on, tell us something that's actually useful and interesting.

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906. Posted by design123452000 on Fri, Mar 02, 2007, 12:02 pm PST

Great Info to know!

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907. Posted by mzvj@sbcglobal.net on Fri, Mar 02, 2007, 12:03 pm PST

THANKS FOR THE EYE OPENER... WHAT ARE THE FOODS THAT HELP TO FOOL THE BODY IT'S FULL, THUS CONTROLLING YOUR FOOD INTAKE?

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908. Posted by emeraldeyes on Fri, Mar 02, 2007, 12:05 pm PST

for all of you looking for more info on healthy dieting, food choices, exercises, etc. join calorie-count.com! It lets you track your weight, daily food intake (calories, fat, sodium, etc), and your activity so you see how much you're taking in vs. what your putting out, and track your progress! Plus there's great forums that let you share tips, tricks, success, and motivation!

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909. Posted by Nadine F on Fri, Mar 02, 2007, 12:18 pm PST

Thank you soooo much for the info.!!!!!! I am an ice cream freak and being on a strict diet - that does not help. Im glad to know the Slow churned ice cream I just bought is not too bad...Only 1/2 cup really does satisfy the craving! Thanks again!

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910. Posted by a355joannie4358 on Fri, Mar 02, 2007, 12:25 pm PST

YOU JUST HAVE TO MAKE UP YOUR MIND NOT TO EAT AT ALL! THEN USE SELF DISCIPLINE AND STICK TO FRUITS, VEGIES, AND FISH! BECOME A VEGETARIAN! IT'S NOT DIFFICULT. IT'S VERY EASY! IT WAS FOR ME! IT'S A LIFESTYLE! SURE YOU CAN HAVE SOME PUDDING AND CHOCOLATE AND SNACKIES LIKE THAT ONCE IN A WHILE . BUT ALWAYS BE AWARE OF THE NUMBER OF CALORIES IN EVERYTHING YOU EAT ALL THE TIME! IT IS EASY! THANK GOD I WAS BLESSED WITH A GREAT METABOLISM AND I GET PLENTY OF EXERCISETO STAY FIT AND TRIM! ALWAYS KEEP MOVING AS MUCH AS YOU CAN! EXCEPT WHEN YOU ARE SLEEPING OF COURSE!!! THANK YOU LORD FOR THE ABILITIES YOU HAVE GIVEN ME!!!

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911. Posted by Philly on Fri, Mar 02, 2007, 12:32 pm PST

Even better than Jamba juice's enlightened smoothies which has artificial sweetening is Juice It Up! pomegranate perk smoothie which has only 120 calories for a 16 oz and it is made with more fruit than Jamba's!

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912. Posted by Hawk on Fri, Mar 02, 2007, 12:35 pm PST

You will just go flat nuts trying to keep track of the dietary "shell game". Just eat small portions and and get pleanty of exercise.

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913. Posted by stilrockin on Fri, Mar 02, 2007, 12:41 pm PST

how How HOW does one permanently cut down on portion size?? I'm eating healthier nutritional food, yet find it hard to cut down sizes! Any tips?........

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914. Posted by on Fri, Mar 02, 2007, 12:58 pm PST

Let's not forget about all the toxic preservatives that are on the vegetables and all the ingredients that are in the dressings themselves that are labeled artificial and natural flavors (to which the FDA says the manufacturer does not have to define). The only way to eat healthy is to avoid anything fast food-ish and to buy from your local market, and make your own dressing - from scratch.

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915. Posted by bucsfinalcut on Fri, Mar 02, 2007, 1:00 pm PST

HG can be interesting, but they really push hard for their advertisers products. Those Vitamuffin things that had the lead banner for forever are NASTY. I enjoy HG because its trendy, but they are about as "fair and balanced" as Fox News is.

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916. Posted by daz on Fri, Mar 02, 2007, 1:11 pm PST

thanks for the heads up and the alternatives. It's very hard to find truly "healthy" fast foods. And, to eat healthy when eating out isn't always very easy.

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917. Posted by telomerase_investor on Fri, Mar 02, 2007, 1:15 pm PST

To lose weight, eat as much fat as you can, and avoid the carbs. The establishment doesn't want you to hear this because obesity it very profitable. How many more years can they get away with the low-fat diet lie?

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918. Posted by latfredrick on Fri, Mar 02, 2007, 1:44 pm PST

Simply loved it! Not many are bold enough to out others for their "so-called" light ingredients.

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919. Posted by krsav2000 on Fri, Mar 02, 2007, 4:25 pm PST

Making food choices based on what something doesn't have (i.e. fat, cholesteral, carbs) is insanity. To make my point: There's a product out there with no carbs, no fat, no sugar, no cholesterol and people who use it swear it helps them stay thin. It's called Cigarettes. Eating low-fat, low cholesterol, etc is NOT healthy if that is what you focus on. Eat a variety of fresh, whole foods and EXERCISE regularly and you will not have any weight issues. All the dieting info is nothing but a sucker's game. The only thing it will lighten is wallet. And if you think eating regularly at any fast-food joint can be done in a healthy manner then you are truly lost.

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920. Posted by Lila K on Thu, Apr 05, 2007, 3:31 pm PDT

Help!!!!!!!!!!!Enough of the lazy foods.

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921. Posted by [Jennayyy] on Tue, May 15, 2007, 4:08 pm PDT

NOOO!! :( cake batter ice cream is the only ice cream i get at cold stone. i mix it with chocolate ice cream & add gummi bears even though passing by the chocolate toppings are tempting. oh well, i'm still gonna eat it. it's not like i have it everyday. :) thanks HG for letting me know anyways.

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922. Posted by greeneggyoshi on Sun, May 27, 2007, 6:45 pm PDT

i love chinese

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923. Posted by jackie_bear1 on Thu, Jun 07, 2007, 4:15 pm PDT

hey iim siingle and skiiny.. who wants to lick my cheery..

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924. Posted by kokfu k on Sun, May 11, 2008, 9:56 pm PDT

yuummm.... it's sooooo yuummmmmyyyyyyyyy!!!

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925. Posted by Jerry on Fri, May 22, 2009, 3:55 am PDT

Some nice tips outta there, good on the system.

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