What do you replace chips with?

**RoeCyris** · 07-26-2004, 02:31 PM

So far, for me, the hardest thing to give up is chips. But there has got to be something out there that can effectivly replace them in a healthy diet. Does anyone have any suggestions? I really could use some help with this, this more than candy, soda, chocolate, cake, or anything else is my personal diet demon.

**Jodi** · 07-26-2004, 02:36 PM

Buy the sprouted whole grain tortillas or pita's and cut them up in triangles, add some seasonings and bake em'

**SPIKE1257** · 07-26-2004, 03:04 PM

Originally Posted by RoeCyris

So far, for me, the hardest thing to give up is chips. But there has got to be something out there that can effectivly replace them in a healthy diet. Does anyone have any suggestions? I really could use some help with this, this more than candy, soda, chocolate, cake, or anything else is my personal diet demon.

You don't replace them, you eliminate them.

**Jodi** · 07-26-2004, 03:54 PM

There are always ways to find replacements for foods we love. Dieting doesn't have to mean torture.

It might not be the same as chips but they are great for dipping in salsa.

**aggies1ut** · 07-26-2004, 03:55 PM

Heck ya. Lol and was I pleased when Hood came out with l/c milk and yogurt...Mmm...Never knew how much I missed them till I was able to include them back into my diet.

**SPIKE1257** · 07-26-2004, 04:03 PM

Originally Posted by Jodi

There are always ways to find replacements for foods we love. Dieting doesn't have to mean torture.

It might not be the same as chips but they are great for dipping in salsa.

You are to compassionate.

**Jodi** · 07-26-2004, 04:08 PM

Originally Posted by SPIKE1257

You are to compassionate.

No, just realistic and understand that we still have to live life and shouldn't always feel like we are being left out. Just because we choose to eat healthier doesn't have to mean we can't enjoy life and lets face it, eating yummy foods is part of enjoying life.

**JLB001** · 07-26-2004, 04:15 PM

almonds are kinda crunchy. But wouldn't suggest dipping them in salsa.

**Monolith** · 07-26-2004, 04:17 PM

It seems like people go through stages... there's the "i can diet without being a health nazi like those freaks!" Then there's the "god, that guy is eating whole wheat bread!! what a PIG!" stage, also known as "now im the health nazi" stage. Finally there's the "happy medium" stage, where you go back to realizing that a nice body doesnt mean shit if you arent happy with your lifestyle.

Unfortunately i think ive been stuck in stage 2 for a while (all my friends and family always jokingly ask me what im having for dinner... since all i ever eat is brown rice and chicken (thanks, TP, you asshole)). I'm hoping that one of these days ill become a little less obsessive compulsive.

**P-funk** · 07-26-2004, 04:20 PM

I'm hoping that one of these days ill become a little less obsessive compulsive.

Me too.....I want cookies

**SPIKE1257** · 07-26-2004, 04:28 PM

Originally Posted by Jodi

No, just realistic and understand that we still have to live life and shouldn't always feel like we are being left out. Just because we choose to eat healthier doesn't have to mean we can't enjoy life and lets face it, eating yummy foods is part of enjoying life.

I understand what you are saying, but chances are that most of us have been eating junk all our lives, 15-20 years, (the ice cream, the chips). For most BB is a very short lived sport (lifestyle). I agree if all one is interested in is eating more healthy, you don't have to suffer, or do without, but if you want 7% bodyfat or a sixpack you have to give things up, suffer a little.. Once goals are reached then you can endulge. We have our whole lives to eat that garbage.

**atherjen** · 07-26-2004, 04:34 PM

Ive made sweet potato chips before!

I know they sound weird but they are honestly VERY good. just slice a sweet potato VERY thin, like chips. Spray with Pam non-sticky butter flavour spray, and sprinkle with cinnamon and splenda. Then bake in the oven until crispy.

I swear very good!!

**SPIKE1257** · 07-26-2004, 04:35 PM

Originally Posted by atherjen

Ive made sweet potato chips before!

I know they sound weird but they are honestly VERY good. just slice a sweet potato VERY thin, like chips. Spray with Pam non-sticky butter flavour spray, and sprinkle with cinnamon and splenda. Then bake in the oven until crispy.

I swear very good!!

Now that sounds good.

**seabee** · 07-26-2004, 07:20 PM

All I know is that nonfat cottage cheese is the new mayonaise.

**Jill** · 07-26-2004, 07:56 PM

Crispy mini rice cakes?

**Jodi** · 07-26-2004, 08:24 PM

Originally Posted by SPIKE1257

I understand what you are saying, but chances are that most of us have been eating junk all our lives, 15-20 years, (the ice cream, the chips). For most BB is a very short lived sport (lifestyle). I agree if all one is interested in is eating more healthy, you don't have to suffer, or do without, but if you want 7% bodyfat or a sixpack you have to give things up, suffer a little.. Once goals are reached then you can endulge. We have our whole lives to eat that garbage.

Most people here are not competitive bodybuilder but people trying to lead a healthy lifestyle.

**aztecwolf** · 07-26-2004, 10:33 PM

vegetables, broccoli taste better then lays or doritos now to me, i can't eat just one

**vanity** · 07-26-2004, 10:36 PM

air popped pop corn.

**MrsRiley** · 07-27-2004, 07:16 AM

a nice body doesnt mean shit if you arent happy with your lifestyle

so true!
I make apple chips in the dehydrater and that makes a good on the go kinda snack..but I was never much of a fan of chips so it wasn't too hard for me to let them go.
Jen I'm gonna try the sweet tater chips..I like the store bought ones but I've never made um myself and your's sound better!

**Paynne** · 07-27-2004, 07:56 AM

Originally Posted by atherjen

Ive made sweet potato chips before!

I know they sound weird but they are honestly VERY good. just slice a sweet potato VERY thin, like chips. Spray with Pam non-sticky butter flavour spray, and sprinkle with cinnamon and splenda. Then bake in the oven until crispy.

I swear very good!!

mmmMMMMMm that sounds good.

**bushroot** · 07-30-2004, 07:55 AM

I eat pickles instead of chips. A bit high in sodium, but a bit lower in fat too.

**bulletproof1** · 07-30-2004, 08:40 AM

replace them with any green vegetable of your choice.

**eskimo515** · 07-30-2004, 08:42 AM

Originally Posted by Jodi

Buy the sprouted whole grain tortillas or pita's and cut them up in triangles, add some seasonings and bake em'

Baked pita chips are truly the best thing ever and saved me from slipping. You can make them yourself and there's a company, Stacy's, that makes them, which you can find in most major market health food stores (sounds like spam, but its not!

**twelvepercentt** · 07-31-2004, 10:42 AM

The "Lite" Kettle corn is a good replacement. It has lots of fiber, which negates some of the carbs, and you still get that salt/crunchy thing going on.

**trHawT** · 07-31-2004, 10:50 AM

I eat chips maybe twice a year or so. lol

**trHawT** · 07-31-2004, 10:53 AM

Originally Posted by Jill

Crispy mini rice cakes?

Yeah, for that full insulin effect!

**rule62** · 07-31-2004, 12:47 PM

Nuts - I have almonds, peanuts, pumpkin seeds on my desk at work. In moderation, they are actually good for you, they take the edge off, and with a little sea salt (very little) or tamari they are excellent. I have trouble keeping them stocked, everyone stops by and grabs some.

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