Wed, Jan-20-10, 12:08
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Plan: South Beachy/ My Plan
Stats: 206/159.0/145
BF:
Progress: 77%
Location: CA, USA
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I don't do south beach so sorry if this is basic ... but why do you have to eat beans? How about beef? Chicken? Pork? Eggs? Beans are actually higher in carbs ... I haven't eaten them in over a year!
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Beans are a good form of lean protein and fiber.
We do not count carbs on South Beach, something I do struggle with still.... but we aren't supposed to.
It is suggested that we eat beans because they have nutrients.
Hummus is a nice way to get the beans in.
You don't necessarily have to eat them daily...
Not sure what you'd substitute in, Judy would be more of a help with that.
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Beans and other legumes are encouraged on the South Beach Diet (and for good nutrition in general) as a good source of fiber, resistant starch, and other nutrients. Other than non-starchy vegetables, they are one of the least glycemic sources of carbohydrates, because the starch is either slowly absorbed or resistant. 1/3-1/2 cup servings are recommended.
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http://lowcarbdiets.about.com/od/so...eanslegumes.htm
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