What would you do if...........

[The Kizzy]

Or you could shop somewhere that sells quality foods.

Ok, what kind of things can you get at a regular store and what kind of things are better to get at this quality food store. Thanks.

[Arlos]

At least out here in California, a lot of regular grocery stores are carrying more and more organic foods. I suspect that that's much more prevalent here though than it would be in Ohio. Also out here in CA, you can find high end grocery stores, places such as Molly Stones, Draegers, etc. that carry a great deal of high end organic meat and produce as well as normal stuff. At the complete end of the spectrum are places like Whole Foods, who ONLY sell small market healthy stuff. Free range chickens, no`antibiotics cows, organic vegetables, etc. However, do be aware that you will pay 2-3x as much for the food you buy, at least. Yes, it's better for you, but you WILL pay for it.

Now, I have no clue if there is the equivalent to Whole Foods there where you are, I think it's a west coast phenomenon. For whatever reason, maybe the higher liberal concentration, CA/OR/WA seem to be at the leading edge of that wave.

As for pork, if it's fully cooked, it's no worse for you than anything else. Also, if you're just buying pork chops or pork loin, say, you're buying stuff that is no more processed than a steak or a package of chicken breasts. Now, ham or bacon, those have been cured and otherwise modified before you ever see them, so yes, they will have additional salt content, etc. But just basic pig meat certainly does NOT. Also, salt is really only bad for people with high blood pressure. For most people, it's a null issue.

Oh, and yes, smokin even 1 cigarette is goin to be far worse for you than the salt you're going to get from a couple slices of ham.

-Arlos

[araby]

I would never date a guy who listened to country music. unless it is willie nelson.

[Spacewoman Spiff]

Willie Nelson?

[liquidstayce]

I haven't had a cigerette in almost 2 weeks

Good luck to you. It's been little over a month for me here. I know it's hard especially if people around you still smoke, but you'll be amazed how much better you'll feel in time without it.

I have noticed a difference already.

I don't know if it's the gym, or the stopping smoking, or both

Domino effect. Making a healthy change in one area in your life helps the other ones to fall into place and for you to feel better overall. Keep it up.. sounds like you are on a roll. As far as the country cowboy guy...
lmao.. I assumed you hooked up with Mindia. lmao

I can't stand country music but if the guy had all the other really good and I mean REALLY GOOD qualities I might be able overlook the country music thing. The only country I am cool with is John Denver. My stepfather could pose as his twin and my mom played his music when I was growing up so it reminds me of home. I also got stuck listening to Barry Manilow, Barbara Streisand, Broadway Show Tunes, and the Beatles thanks to her...... /shiver

[mofish]

Willie Nelson?

Perfect

[araby]

haha

[The Kizzy]

Sheesh....For those if you who care, I am not hooking up with Mindia.

[Mop]

At least out here in California, a lot of regular grocery stores are carrying more and more organic foods. I suspect that that's much more prevalent here though than it would be in Ohio. Also out here in CA, you can find high end grocery stores, places such as Molly Stones, Draegers, etc. that carry a great deal of high end organic meat and produce as well as normal stuff. At the complete end of the spectrum are places like Whole Foods, who ONLY sell small market healthy stuff. Free range chickens, no`antibiotics cows, organic vegetables, etc. However, do be aware that you will pay 2-3x as much for the food you buy, at least. Yes, it's better for you, but you WILL pay for it.

Now, I have no clue if there is the equivalent to Whole Foods there where you are, I think it's a west coast phenomenon. For whatever reason, maybe the higher liberal concentration, CA/OR/WA seem to be at the leading edge of that wave.

As for pork, if it's fully cooked, it's no worse for you than anything else. Also, if you're just buying pork chops or pork loin, say, you're buying stuff that is no more processed than a steak or a package of chicken breasts. Now, ham or bacon, those have been cured and otherwise modified before you ever see them, so yes, they will have additional salt content, etc. But just basic pig meat certainly does NOT. Also, salt is really only bad for people with high blood pressure. For most people, it's a null issue.

Oh, and yes, smokin even 1 cigarette is goin to be far worse for you than the salt you're going to get from a couple slices of ham.

-Arlos

Unless you are in the boondocks of america most grocery store chains have begun to carry certafied organic food ( NOTE different than organic, just organic food is over charged and same as regular food )

[The Kizzy]

I haven't had a cigerette in almost 2 weeks

Good luck to you. It's been little over a month for me here. I know it's hard especially if people around you still smoke, but you'll be amazed how much better you'll feel in time without it.

I have noticed a difference already.

I don't know if it's the gym, or the stopping smoking, or both

Domino effect. Making a healthy change in one area in your life helps the other ones to fall into place and for you to feel better overall. Keep it up.. sounds like you are on a roll. As far as the country cowboy guy...
lmao.. I assumed you hooked up with Mindia. lmao

I can't stand country music but if the guy had all the other really good and I mean REALLY GOOD qualities I might be able overlook the country music thing. The only country I am cool with is John Denver. My stepfather could pose as his twin and my mom played his music when I was growing up so it reminds me of home. I also got stuck listening to Barry Manilow, Barbara Streisand, Broadway Show Tunes, and the Beatles thanks to her...... /shiver

Oh and I RARELY sleep past 7 anymore. It's like I wake up wide eyed and ready to go. So your domino effect makes sense.

[liquidstayce]

Sheesh....For those if you who care, I am not hooking up with Mindia.

shhhhhhhure..
Place your bets:

500 goat points says you hook up with Mindia in the next 6 months
1000 goat points that you are already talking on the phone regulalry and spamming cyber msgs

[Darcler]

If I cut his vocal cords out and gave him a lobotomy, I would date Mindia. Oh and if I wasnt married. He's not BAD on the eyes, he just hurts the brain.

The last cigarette I had was about 3 hours ago.

Country music is turning into regular rock music. There are some songs you cant tell the difference, really. And, some of it is catchy.