to be honest i was overweight and eating the foods you mentioned help me drop 48pnds!! within the last 6 months.my opinion i DONT agree but hey to each there own.i excersize daily aswell.i portion my foods.i drink no pop or juice my choice.and i gave up snacks like cookies and such my choice.eat what you want just portion and excersize daily you'll be fine.my mom is 47 125lbs excersizes daily and eats everything!!! but by moderation!