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I was the 12/3/17 13:00 poster.

I was arguing against using calorie content to determine diet.  The fact that skim milk and Coca-cola have similar calorie content does not mean that they are nutritionally equivalent or will even have the same effect on somebody's weight. [b] My argument is that calorie content should not be the primary focus when making dietary decisions for anyone,[/b] especially a growing child/teen, regardless of whether or not they are competitive athletes.

I've heard of too many diets that are so focused on calorie reduction that they ignore the complex nutritional needs people have.  While these diets may result in temporary weight loss, I don't think anyone would argue that they are healthy, long-term options.  I think applying this type of calorie-counting focus to your average teenager would be disastrous, both to their physical and emotional (body-image) health.

I did not address the anemia issue because it was a separate post than the one I quoted.  The topic is one I am hadn't heard before and thus felt unqualified to argue either for or against the position you advanced.  I do find it very interesting.  As a heavy milk drinker who tends to run borderline anemic, I do feel it may have personal relevance and intend to explore the subject further.  I appreciate the information.

I agree that consuming excessive amounts of anything can be bad for you.  I simply feel that calorie content (except where weight is at medically unhealthy levels and a doctor prescribes specific dietary changes) should not be the determining factor in consuming an otherwise nutritionally beneficial food.  [/quote]

You are arguing against a position that nobody here holds. (?)
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