To eat a packet of biscuits a day?

Havett · 2024-05-19T08:14:04+00:00

I’m not fat, probably slightly underweight. I eat lots of fruit and veg and a healthy ish diet. I just can’t cut out biscuits or chocolate! I often eat a packet a day and then a Mars bar or bit of chocolate too. How bad is this? I’m late 30s

MiddleAgedDread · 21/05/2024 13:24

You should probably get your thyroid checked if you're eating that much sugar and are still underweight.

ForeverDelayedEpiphany · 21/05/2024 12:51

OneTC · 20/05/2024 16:33

If it's mcvities fruit shortcake then not only is it perfectly fine you're also getting 25 portions of fruit in a day

Definitely 😆 I get 10 portions of fruit a day eating a packet of fruit Club biscuits too 😋 😅

OneTC · 20/05/2024 16:33

If it's mcvities fruit shortcake then not only is it perfectly fine you're also getting 25 portions of fruit in a day

chilliprawn · 20/05/2024 16:31

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drusth · 20/05/2024 14:49

KreedKafer · 20/05/2024 14:37

You're an adult. I'm sure you are fully aware that a whole packet of biscuits plus chocolate every day is not great for your health, but I'm also sure that you can decide for yourself whether you're bothered by that. Unlike a lot of Mumsnetters, I can't be arsed to get sanctimonious about what others eat.

Now sure you can call it sanctimonious when people are responding to a specific question by the OP. What are people supposed to do say, 'I have an opinion on how bad it is OP, but I won't share it because others may find it sanctimonious'?

KreedKafer · 20/05/2024 14:37

You're an adult. I'm sure you are fully aware that a whole packet of biscuits plus chocolate every day is not great for your health, but I'm also sure that you can decide for yourself whether you're bothered by that. Unlike a lot of Mumsnetters, I can't be arsed to get sanctimonious about what others eat.

maudelovesharold · 20/05/2024 14:05

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MyrtlethePurpleTurtle · 20/05/2024 11:50

Kalevala · 19/05/2024 10:50

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£15 for a 48 day supply

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Where do you get the '48 day supply' from? 🤣

MyrtlethePurpleTurtle · 20/05/2024 11:46

Springchickenonion · 19/05/2024 09:15

If you are happy and healthy then fair enough. People ear far worse.

It's not great. But some people eat McDonald's a few times a week or multiple packets of crisps

She may have a healthy weight but I wouldn't want to bet as to how healthy she is

skibiditoilet · 20/05/2024 11:12

@chilliprawn 🤣

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PaminaMozart · 20/05/2024 10:18

CharlotteBog · 20/05/2024 09:42

Yes, the poster might be genuine, but often I think they've just posted something controversial or something that will get people riled up and then sits back to watch.

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True, but given how so many people eat a crap diet and struggle with weight, periodic discussions of the impact of UPF, refined carbs and sugar on health are welcome - even if just a handful of people take note it's better than nought.

ladyofshertonabbas · 20/05/2024 10:02

It’s not great. This sounds laughable, but maybe try and eat posh ones, which are as unprocessed as you can find.

pootlin · 20/05/2024 10:00

This was me in my 20s, inhaling a whole pack of HobNobs a day and remaining slim.

Those days are long gone and I did have to high cholesterol.

I would say get into good habits now, to set you up for middle age.

maudelovesharold · 20/05/2024 10:00

CharlotteBog · 20/05/2024 08:50

It happens a lot on MN.
I always check how engaged an OP has been before I get involved in a discussion.

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I’ve done that sometimes, only to check back later to find the op has apologised profusely and said she’s been at A&E with a poorly child etc. Have also got involved in threads with a very chatty, engaged op, which have eventually been deleted!

Hyperion100 · 20/05/2024 09:52

A 433g pack of choc digestives has around 120g of sugar and 100g of fat.

You're not supposed to have more than 30g of sugar per day.

This will be playing havoc with your insulin levels.

Could be lining yourself up for type 2 diabetes.

TheCountessofFitzdotterel · 20/05/2024 09:52

CharlotteBog · 20/05/2024 09:42

Yes, the poster might be genuine, but often I think they've just posted something controversial or something that will get people riled up and then sits back to watch.

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Yes that certainly does happen.

CharlotteBog · 20/05/2024 09:42

TheCountessofFitzdotterel · 20/05/2024 09:16

I don’t think it’s necessarily suspicious. If she wanted an answer she got a pretty clear one, so she might feel there’s nothing to discuss.
Though it is better manners to take the time to thank people who have responded.

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Yes, the poster might be genuine, but often I think they've just posted something controversial or something that will get people riled up and then sits back to watch.

TrustPenguins · 20/05/2024 09:21

skibiditoilet · 20/05/2024 09:17

Look into ultra processed foods and how bad they are for you. Its put me off biscuits. Sadly.

Have you read Ultra Processed People by Chris van Tulleken? Massive eye opener. Really made me think about what I eat.

MaryFuckingFerguson · 20/05/2024 09:20

It’s undoubtedly causing huge blood sugar spikes which can have long term consequences. Plus UPF are just bad for you, not to mention the impact on your teeth.

skibiditoilet · 20/05/2024 09:17

Look into ultra processed foods and how bad they are for you. Its put me off biscuits. Sadly.

TheCountessofFitzdotterel · 20/05/2024 09:16

CharlotteBog · 20/05/2024 08:50

It happens a lot on MN.
I always check how engaged an OP has been before I get involved in a discussion.

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I don’t think it’s necessarily suspicious. If she wanted an answer she got a pretty clear one, so she might feel there’s nothing to discuss.
Though it is better manners to take the time to thank people who have responded.

Unopenedpackofmenssocks · 20/05/2024 09:15

That is just greedy. Think back to when you were a kid. Can you imagine what your Mum would have said if you had asked for more and more biscuits until the pack was finished? I bet this started when you left home and realised that you could do whatever you wanted, it’s intoxicating. But that phase usually passes by the age of about 22. You need to grow up.

RacketsAndRounders · 20/05/2024 09:08

Wellies obviously not good for your body is it. Internal fat, insulin spikes etc

TrustPenguins · 20/05/2024 09:04

Philandbill · 19/05/2024 13:47

I'm currently half way through Ultra Processed People by Chris van Tulken. It's really making me think.

Me too!