Prince Charles calls for 'ban' on McDonald's

[skcin]

Originally Posted by Johnny Stew

If anyone thought that I said I eat the way that I do because I can't afford to eat healthier, that wasn't the impression I meant to give.
That comment was in regards to chiliD's mention that the healthier foods on McDonald's menu are more expensive than the unhealthy ones, and I was only adding that the healthier "EASY" foods are always more expensive.

Yes, and I pointed out that Subway's value meal is cheaper than the typical McD's value meal. So no, NOT always.

[Johnny Stew]

Originally Posted by skcin

Yes, and I pointed out that Subway's value meal is cheaper than the typical McD's value meal. So no, NOT always.

Very true. And I do LOOOOVE me some Subway.

But then Subway doesn't offer burgers and fries... so if you happen to be in the mood for those, but don't have time to make a lean burger, where do you go?

Not being contrary, I'm just honestly asking.

[strandinthewind]

Originally Posted by skcin

Yes, and I pointed out that Subway's value meal is cheaper than the typical McD's value meal. So no, NOT always.

and, hello - an apple or some other fruit is like $0.50 to a dollar.

Moreover, my local grocer sells packs of pre cooked chicken tits for $8.00 for a package of eight. So, for like $2.00 you could have a tit and some veg. or fruit.

[Johnny Stew]

Originally Posted by sparky

Thankfully I don't have sodium problems. Then I wouldn't be eating em.
At this point I am just focused on not being fat.

And, admittedly, you probably never will have problems with sodium, because you do watch what you eat now... as opposed to down the road when it might already be too late to stop certain health problems.

For all my stubborness, I do give a lot of credit to people who eat right. In fact, I wish I had the willpower to be a vegetarian.
In all other areas of my life, I'm extremely mindful of the healthier choices (I drink ONLY water 95% of the time), but when it comes to food.... *oink*

[sparky]

Originally Posted by strandinthewind

and, hello - an apple or some other fruit is like $0.50 to a dollar.

Moreover, my local grocer sells packs of pre cooked chicken tits for $8.00 for a package of eight. So, for like $2.00 you could have a tit and some veg. or fruit.

And, you can toss a friggin veggie burger or turk burger in the micro for a minute and slather it must, ketch, tomatoes, lettuce, non fat mayo, pickles, etc. Who the hell can tell the diff with all that on it? It takes all of 3 minutes to make that. I mean, in my 10-12 hour workdays I manage it.

[strandinthewind]

Originally Posted by sparky

And, you can toss a friggin veggie burger or turk burger in the micro for a minute and slather it must, ketch, tomatoes, lettuce, non fat mayo, pickles, etc. Who the hell can tell the diff with all that on it? It takes all of 3 minutes to make that. I mean, in my 10-12 hour workdays I manage it.

I eat two of those bresteses with brocolli every day for lunch (about $2.50 a day). It saves me like $50 a week in luch costs and is better tasting then anything they sell around here.

[skcin]

Originally Posted by Johnny Stew

Very true. And I do LOOOOVE me some Subway.

But then Subway doesn't offer burgers and fries... so if you happen to be in the mood for those, but don't have time to make a lean burger, where do you go?

Not being contrary, I'm just honestly asking.

In the time that it takes to drive to McD's, order the burger, pay for it, check your order to be sure they didn't F it up & drive back home, you could throw a 93% lean patty on the George Forman grill, slap it on a bun, toss on some cheese & you're done. Really. Will it take a bit more effort & planning on my part? Sure. But it's not impossible.

If you really want McD's, then buy a Happy Meal - not the Double Big Mac Value Meal. Or go to Wendy's - at least they throw some lettuce & tomato on even their basic burger.

[sparky]

Originally Posted by strandinthewind

I eat two of those bresteses with brocolli every day for lunch (about $2.50 a day). It saves me like $50 a week in luch costs and is better tasting then anything they sell around here.

See how it is? You be smart and I am sure ya look great naked.

[Johnny Stew]

Originally Posted by skcin

If you really want McD's, then buy a Happy Meal - not the Double Big Mac Value Meal.

Which is what I usually get.

Let me stress that I only do that once a month. Because sometimes I'm plain hungry for McDonald's and not the burgers that I make at home.

[carrie721]

Originally Posted by skcin

One of the Kashi cereals lists "twigs" as one of the ingredients, I swear to God. Obviously, they're not really twigs (I don't think) but they look like it & they're crunchy. It's damn good too.

yep. i, carrie, the kashi whore do hereby certify that there is a kashi cereal with "twigs." true fact. it's good, tho, i promise.

Originally Posted by sparky

Sheebus. Carrie will probably explain this, but it's not that tough. A few eggs for breakfast (toss in a few veggies and crushed garlic to spice em up), plus a good granola bar, or fruit, plus a bunch of water with the coffee or tea is plenty of breakfast. You can put a bunch of crap in a salad - tomatoes, black beans, chick peas, carrots, olives, some cheese, sunflower seeds, chunks of chicken, etc. Also, those fake chicken patties, with a big assed bowl of steamed vegetables and about 16 ounces of water oughta keep anyone's trap shut for 3-4 hours.

This stuff isn't impossible. About the best lunch I have is half a can of black beans with salsa and garlic tossed in, plus a tuna sandwich. Tuna has fat free mayo and spices in it. ****loads of protein, about 400 calories. I'm stuffed for 3 hours easy. I drink at least 2 glasses of water so the whole mess swells up and I am totally full. It's delicious. About my favorite meal ever.

wow, i'm totally going to do that black beans & salsa thing. that sounds awesome.

I think Supersize Me shoulda been called, "Take your golden arches and dig your grave."

i read this just now as i was on the phone with my bank and almost cracked up. hard to be a bitch while you're laughing.

Originally Posted by amber

Obviously I meant for any and all marketing purposes. Don't care what you call it in the privacy of your own head.

i don't think i could market that idea. nobody here seems interested.

Originally Posted by Johnny Stew

But then Subway doesn't offer burgers and fries... so if you happen to be in the mood for those, but don't have time to make a lean burger, where do you go?

being in the mood for a burger doesn't mean you have to have one.

[DrummerDeanna]

Originally Posted by Johnny Stew

Which is what I usually get.

Let me stress that I only do that once a month. Because sometimes I'm plain hungry for McDonald's and not the burgers that I make at home.

That's the thing. There are hamburgers and there are McDonalds hamburgers. They're different. McDonalds burgers taste different from anything else.

I say if you're craving one that bad - just have one! I have a Quarter Pounder with Cheese when I crave one, just not once a week anymore! It's all about moderation...but I'm relatively sure that I will not, on my death bed, think "I should not have eaten that Quarter Pounder" so meh..I eat one once in a while...

[Sarah]

Originally Posted by DrummerDeanna

I say if you're craving one that bad - just have one!

You're just like Howard K. Stern, you enabler you!

[amber]

Originally Posted by carrie721

i don't think i could market that idea. nobody here seems interested.

Yeah, they all have more money than us.

Originally Posted by carrie721

being in the mood for a burger doesn't mean you have to have one.

What do you mean? What language is that?


hehehe. I wish I liked beans more. I especially don't care for black beans. But pinto beans are most nutritious, and those are okay. The only bean I really, really like, is lentil.

Isn't that fascinating?

[carrie721]

Originally Posted by amber

Yeah, they all have more money than us.

i know. i wonder what i'll be buying when i have a real job. i really don't know if i'll be able to cope.

"you mean i can buy chicken and fake chicken?"

What do you mean? What language is that?


hehehe. I wish I liked beans more. I especially don't care for black beans. But pinto beans are most nutritious, and those are okay. The only bean I really, really like, is lentil.

Isn't that fascinating?

yes, amber, please tell me more about your legume lusting.

lentil is probably my least favorite bean, with black beans being at the top. yo quiero black beans, bitch.

[amber]

Originally Posted by carrie721

i know. i wonder what i'll be buying when i have a real job. i really don't know if i'll be able to cope.

"you mean i can buy chicken and fake chicken?"



yes, amber, please tell me more about your legume lusting.

lentil is probably my least favorite bean, with black beans being at the top. yo quiero black beans, bitch.

Really? Black beans taste so bitter to me. And lentil soup with veggies is...well...it's like an awesome stew...
You're so weird and wrong, Carrie! Wrong!!!

I know, when I have extra grocery money, I'm like...
I buy, like...extra tea, and weird crap I don't usually get to try.
You know what tried the other day that was soooo good? Ginger lime drink. They make it hot at whole foods coffee counter. Strong and delish.