Newly Vegetarian
chunky_monkey26
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Sorry I am bombarding your group. I am newly vegetarian and needing help getting more calories. I am eating up to 800 calories but I am not getting hungry. I am scared that I will go into fat storage mode and then end up gaining weight back. How can I possibly eat more calories if I am already getting full with the vegetables/beans...and small amounts of carbs???
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Welcome to vegetarianism. I hope it works for you.
Fat storage mode? No such thing, or at least that's a gross oversimplification of what actually happens. You should forget that idea. Calories in vs calories out is where its at; you cannot put fat on if you are eating fewer calories than you are burning off, period; your body cannot magic energy out of nothing.
Can you make your diary public so we can have a look? 800 sounds crazy low.
Some calorie dense food ideas: nuts, seeds, rice, quinoa, pasta, oils, cheese & eggs (if not vegan).
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Avocados & fruit also. Not very filling but packed with calories.0
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Oh and seitan, tempeh and tofu for protein.0
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And Nuts and seeds, High in calories and big on health benefits. You can make awesome smoothies with fruit and soy or almond milk too.0
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I wish I had that problem!
As the previous posters mentioned, avocado, nuts and seeds are very high in calories and nutrients. Add some nut butters, dates or other dried fruits ... 0 -
Thanks Everyone. I didn't get any notifications so I didn't think anyone responded. I have gotten some Tofu which has been good and easy so far. I'm going into my settings now to see how to make my diary public.0
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