Just a few q's

[Surfingflyingkiwi]

Hey there guys, just found this forum last night - I'm 15 etc etc but won't go into that here.

Just have a few questions:

I eat healthily etc and I was wondering if salt is a big no-no? I can eat chicken etc without it but it really improves the taste for me. As far as I know salt doesn't turn into fat but I could be wrong?

Also, I am looking for some protein bars to have for morning tea as I can't really get anything else for that time. I have just been having about 2 or 3 a week and they definately hit the pocket hard.. around $4+ each from supermarket. If I buy more at once from a health shop will it be considerably cheaper or around the same price?

Anyways, thanks in advance - if I find any other q's i'll post here.

sfk.

[Pseudonym]

Hi SFK, and welcome.

Salt's not really a no-no at all. In fact, if you're really active and sweating a lot, you need to make sure that your salt intake is increased. It doesn't turn into fat; it may make you hold a little more water under the skin, but unless you're about to step into a bodybuilding show tomorrow, it's unlikely to make any noticeable difference. :wink:

As for the protein bars, I'd suggest saving them for special occasions only. They usually don't have enough protein, and are high in sugar or artificial sweeteners. Try making up a protein shake in the morning before you leave. You'll get more protein, it's better for you, and I think you'll find it works out much cheaper (especially if you buy it in the large containers).

[jono]

how about tuna sandwidch @ morning tea ?

[Surfingflyingkiwi]

Thanks for replies guys, - good to hear abuout salt ;P

Ok - well today will be my last protein bar I guess :wink:

I've tried tuna sandwiches in the past and hated the taste - are there any techniques to make them a bit more tasty? or should I just wait for it to grow on me?

Also - my main goal is to lose some fat and gain more muscle before I goto Aussie in the hols, lately I usually have snacks of fruit.. i'll generally have like an apple after school then maybe some watermelon and then maybe another piece of fruit - should I cut back on these? I generally have these when I want something sweet to eat.

And one last thing.. For brekkie I usually have a protein shake in skim milk, 3 weetbix in skim milk with a chopped banana, is that too many carbs? As I am really looking to lose some fat aswell at gain muss.

Cheers again,

sfk.

[deegee]

Tuna will never grow on you if you dont like it. I just force it down when I do have it, some people will try to mix it in with other stuff. Open a can and just force it down it gets bearable but never enjoyable.

[jono]

Tuna will never grow on you if you dont like it. I just force it down when I do have it, some people will try to mix it in with other stuff. Open a can and just force it down it gets bearable but never enjoyable.

i say dont bother trying to make it taste good. it will never taste good. but you eat it cus you have 2

[jono]

Thanks for replies guys, - good to hear abuout salt ;P

Ok - well today will be my last protein bar I guess :wink:

I've tried tuna sandwiches in the past and hated the taste - are there any techniques to make them a bit more tasty? or should I just wait for it to grow on me?

Also - my main goal is to lose some fat and gain more muscle before I goto Aussie in the hols, lately I usually have snacks of fruit.. i'll generally have like an apple after school then maybe some watermelon and then maybe another piece of fruit - should I cut back on these? I generally have these when I want something sweet to eat.

And one last thing.. For brekkie I usually have a protein shake in skim milk, 3 weetbix in skim milk with a chopped banana, is that too many carbs? As I am really looking to lose some fat aswell at gain muss.

Cheers again,

sfk.

fruit has a bunch of sugar in it i think.instead of snacking after school you should just have another little meal in there. eg oats and tuna

[Big john]

Thanks for replies guys, - good to hear abuout salt ;P

Ok - well today will be my last protein bar I guess :wink:

I've tried tuna sandwiches in the past and hated the taste - are there any techniques to make them a bit more tasty? or should I just wait for it to grow on me?

Also - my main goal is to lose some fat and gain more muscle before I goto Aussie in the hols, lately I usually have snacks of fruit.. i'll generally have like an apple after school then maybe some watermelon and then maybe another piece of fruit - should I cut back on these? I generally have these when I want something sweet to eat.

And one last thing.. For brekkie I usually have a protein shake in skim milk, 3 weetbix in skim milk with a chopped banana, is that too many carbs? As I am really looking to lose some fat aswell at gain muss.

Cheers again,

sfk.

fruit has a bunch of sugar in it i think.instead of snacking after school you should just have another little meal in there. eg oats and tuna

jono has a thing for tuna :pfft:

[Pseudonym]

Not quite as portable as a tuna sandwich, but...

Mix your tuna with a tomato-based pasta sauce. Put a few slices of cheese on top, and nuke to melt the cheese. This is not only edible, it's actually nice!

[jono]

Thanks for replies guys, - good to hear abuout salt ;P

Ok - well today will be my last protein bar I guess :wink:

I've tried tuna sandwiches in the past and hated the taste - are there any techniques to make them a bit more tasty? or should I just wait for it to grow on me?

Also - my main goal is to lose some fat and gain more muscle before I goto Aussie in the hols, lately I usually have snacks of fruit.. i'll generally have like an apple after school then maybe some watermelon and then maybe another piece of fruit - should I cut back on these? I generally have these when I want something sweet to eat.

And one last thing.. For brekkie I usually have a protein shake in skim milk, 3 weetbix in skim milk with a chopped banana, is that too many carbs? As I am really looking to lose some fat aswell at gain muss.

Cheers again,

sfk.

fruit has a bunch of sugar in it i think.instead of snacking after school you should just have another little meal in there. eg oats and tuna

jono has a thing for tuna :pfft:

acutally i hate it, but its cheap, and quick. so thats why i reccomend it so much

[Growth]

acutally i hate it, but its cheap, and quick. so thats why i reccomend it so much

I agree, tuna should be every BBer's best friend :grin:

[Big john]

Not quite as portable as a tuna sandwich, but...

Mix your tuna with a tomato-based pasta sauce. Put a few slices of cheese on top, and nuke to melt the cheese. This is not only edible, it's actually nice!

that bloody sounds nice nxt time i go shoppin im gonna try it

[Marcus]

I just mix my tuna with water & drink it. Don't taste a thing.

[Varven]

I just mix my tuna with water & drink it. Don't taste a thing.

Thats truly sick mate LOL.

[Growth]

I just mix my tuna with water & drink it. Don't taste a thing.

lol, NO WAY!, i thought i was the only one who did this. It all started because when i had plain tuna (no sauses etc) it was so damn dry, so i started puting the tuna in my mouth and having a drink of water to get it down, then one day i just tiped the whole damn glass into the tuna can, mixed it up and drunk it, it is a good alternative.