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lmanasero

I am drinking herbalife shakes which has super low calories, I feel like i am eating enough food during the day but my calories are still super low. I think the amounts of measurements and calories I am entering in are pretty accurate, but i am afraid to add more calories. I am already taking in too much sugar (mostly healthy sugars), I think i need to add in another snack. Does anyone have a suggestion of what i can add that will boost up calories but not my carbs or sugars?

IrishDawgg22

Almonds.

Will_Run_for_Food

Hard boiled eggs

rand486

Lean meats - get some protein in you!

Also, why are you having shakes? Why not learn how to eat properly - it's a more sustainable solution! (Unless you intend to live off these shakes forever)

sullus

Bacon and eggs cooked in butter.

beastmode_kitty

rand486 wrote: »

Lean meats - get some protein in you!

Also, why are you having shakes? Why not learn how to eat properly - it's a more sustainable solution! (Unless you intend to live off these shakes forever)

^^^This

Shakes like that are good for quick fixes but flexible dieting in my opinion is better in the long run! Dont be afraid to bump up your calories, or eat more.

RoxieDawn

I say add some healthy fats:

Almonds
Pistatios
Cashews
Peanut Butter and Celery
PopCorn (low butter/sodium)
Yogurt
Sunflower Seeds
Hard Boiled Egg
Pickles
Raw Veggies (carrots, celery, cauliflower)
Raw fruit (Pineapple, Honey Dew, Watermelon etc..)
String Cheese

My mind is blank...

diannethegeek

If you're honestly afraid to eat more calories now, then you're going to have a rough transition into maintenance. Don't fear food.

This is a generic list and doesn't account for your personal needs, but anything here can be included in a balanced diet (as long as there are no allergies, medical conditions, obviously):
avocado
cheese
full fat diary
Greek yogurt
ice cream
peanut butter (or other nut butters)
dark chocolate
less lean cuts of meat
seeds (chia, flax, sunflower, etc.)
nuts
olive oil
coconut oil
butter
beans and lentils
protein shakes, bars, and smoothies
hummus
beef jerky
cornbread
tuna
full calorie condiments
full calorie sauces & dressings
sour cream
guacamole
whole grain pasta
rice
bacon
whole eggs
quinoa
fruit and fruit juices
pretzels
bananas
scones
muffins (bran, blueberry, banana nut, etc.)
potatoes (sweet, red, gold, purple, white, etc.)
granola
coconut
salmon
edamame
honey
molasses

yourradimradletshug

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rand486 wrote: »

Lean meats - get some protein in you!

Also, why are you having shakes? Why not learn how to eat properly - it's a more sustainable solution! (Unless you intend to live off these shakes forever)

^^^This

Shakes like that are good for quick fixes but flexible dieting in my opinion is better in the long run! Dont be afraid to bump up your calories, or eat more.

Agreeing with both avove comments! As for your question, I love the P3 packs. Has meat, nuts, and cheese. You need protien!

MarziPanda95

diannethegeek wrote: »

If you're honestly afraid to eat more calories now, then you're going to have a rough transition into maintenance. Don't fear food.

This is a generic list and doesn't account for your personal needs, but anything here can be included in a balanced diet (as long as there are no allergies, medical conditions, obviously):
avocado
cheese
full fat diary
Greek yogurt
ice cream
peanut butter (or other nut butters)
dark chocolate
less lean cuts of meat
seeds (chia, flax, sunflower, etc.)
nuts
olive oil
coconut oil
butter
beans and lentils
protein shakes, bars, and smoothies
hummus
beef jerky
cornbread
tuna
full calorie condiments
full calorie sauces & dressings
sour cream
guacamole
whole grain pasta
rice
bacon
whole eggs
quinoa
fruit and fruit juices
pretzels
bananas
scones
muffins (bran, blueberry, banana nut, etc.)
potatoes (sweet, red, gold, purple, white, etc.)
granola
coconut
salmon
edamame
honey
molasses

Seconding this lovely list - especially salmon, mm. My favourite snack!

ShellyBell999

More Protein from fish, chicken, etc.

lmanasero

Thanks everyone for the information.....I am usually totally against the shakes but a few friends have been drinking them and I thought i would give them a try, I am only going to be drinking them for a couple of months than I wont drink them anymore. i was just trying them to see if I could shed a few quick pounds while still getting all my nutrients. I am usually able to pick a pretty good diet without the shakes. My understanding is that the shakes are supposed to replace a meal, but it doesnt look like they give you enough calories to replace a meal. I agree it actually seems easier to choose a balanced diet without the shakes. I will probably finish them out and go back to the way i would normally eat when i am eating a 100% healthy. Thank you again for the advice, it looks like this drinking the "healthy shakes" might not be the best option for me.

SydKaty

Make sure you're drinking 1/2 your weight in water and getting your protein levels up to the right amount. You can google Herbalife Lean Protein Estimator to find out what your daily protein intake should be.