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A space to talk openly about weight loss journeys and challenges. Mumsnet hasn't checked the qualifications of anyone posting here. You may wish to speak to a medical professional before starting any diet.

Supermarket Shopping List for Dieters

32 replies

Earlybird · 03/01/2006 15:59

Ladies - When gearing up for a diet, I find I spend far too much time wandering the aisles, looking at labels, and feeling overwhelmed. It seems inevitable that I come home with food that's low cal, but tastes like cardboard.....

In order to remove another obstacle which might prevent us from successful dieting, I suggest we compile a master supermarket shopping list for dieters. Let's pool our collective knowledge/experience for a list of good/healthy foods to keep in the house when slimming is on the agenda.

What tasty, low cal products are on your shopping list? Please list specific brands, as those can vary greatly in taste/fat content, etc.

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CountessDracula · 04/01/2006 09:26

porridge makes me barf

Bozza · 04/01/2006 09:44

readybrek makes me barf, but proper porridge with oats I eat often.

Earlybird · 04/01/2006 15:17

What other top tips have you discovered? Please share them with us!

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MrsSpoon · 04/01/2006 15:33

It's got to be proper porridge, cooked on the hob, it only takes five mins.

melrose · 04/01/2006 15:42

OK I have always hated prridge but partly cos I hate milk! Can someone tell me how to make it with water please? (quantities needed!)

I also agree about full fat versions of some things being more filling. eg. a lot of low fat/ no fat yoghurts have loads of sugar in so give you a sugar high thren leave you hungry an hour later, whereas a small amount of wholemilk plain yoghurt with fresh fruit is quite filling and healthy as a breakfast and does not have that many more calories

MrsSpoon · 04/01/2006 17:13

Melrose, just whatever is on the packet (think it's usually double the volume of water to porridge, I usually use a cup which I fill half way with porridge, tip them into the pot and then add a full cup of water).

Earlybird · 07/01/2006 14:23

What sort of things do you buy for lunch at home when you haven't got a big family meal to do?

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