Reply #51: This is so hard to put in context... [View All]

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...since so many people on this planet go without basic nutrition, it is hard to even imagine my diet being "limited" by financial concerns.

I am and always have been overweight. Growing up, we always had a ridiculous amount of food. My parents sometimes went without when they were kids, so I think they overcompensated for us.

I have eaten through lean financial times, but I noticed the calories and fat went up as the grocery money slimmed down. Fast food, JIF peanut butter, boiled eggs, peanuts, and pasta all dominated my diet and added to my waistline.

Incredibly, it is much easier to fill your diet with fat, protein, and sugar on a slim budget than fresh vegetables, grains, and healthy meats. Maybe I am wrong on this, but it's just a personal observation.