Starting Over

bcovely

So, here it is in a nutshell. I have lost almost 40 pounds and wanted to lose 10 more. It wasn't working so I was maintaining. I went to the doctor and was diagnosis with acid reflux. I was told to lose 20 more pounds (yikes!!) I am having a hard time getting started and committing. I really have a hard time with breakfast because I started a new job. I start at 5:30 in the morning and am not hungry at all. I get hungry around 7 but I deal with patients so I have to have "finger food" to eat when I can. Plus I just can't get motivated. Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated. Thanks and have a wonderul day.

LisaMoxon155

Well.done for losing 40lbs. Thats a great achivement.

If i only had time to eat "finger food" why dont u make up fruit finger food for breakfast items.

I.think maybe trying adding little changes here and there and before u know it ur food diary wld of changed competly.

Also ure down 40lbs so far So another 20lbs ull be ok.

Whatever happens good luck

bcovely

Thank you so much!!

150poundsofme

How about 15 almonds and 12 grapes? A vegie/fruit smoothie you make at home the night before?

tinkerbellang83

A possible solution could be a loose version of Intermittent Fasting 16:8, I have fallen into the habit of this on weekends because I do my workouts in the morning rather than on a night like I do during the week and can't stomach breakfast beforehand and it leaves me with extra calories for heading to the pub. Basically I have powdered greens with orange juice so I am not on a totally empty stomach and then eat brunch at lunchtime.

So in your case you could take the recommendation above of having a veg or fruit smoothie around 7am so you're getting a bit of fuel for your shift and then eat properly later on.

tklivory

For breakfast, I always have the same thing: a nutrition shake and a protein bar. The shake I make with a shaker bottle, and the protein bar is easily weighed and eaten on the go. It helps me hit my macros and keeps me satiated with about 30-40g of protein, and I don't have to cook anything, which fits into my morning schedule. I can't eat fruit for breakfast or I'm ravenous the rest of the morning.

Having said that, you need to find what works for you. Some people find that having coffee in the morning tides them over until lunch. Some people find fruit and oatmeal a lasting breakfast. Some people (like me) feel best with a high protein breakfast. The key is to find something you can prep the night before and eat on the go that will keep you satisfied the whole morning. I'd recommend experimenting with a few options and sticking with the one that works for you.

Good luck!

Blitzia

I second the protein bar suggestion. I generally skip breakfast but keep some Quest bars in my purse. If I'm really hungry, sometimes just a piece of one can keep me full for a couple of hours. (I think any protein bar brand with really high protein and fiber will be the most filling.)

When you're trying to eat fewer calories, I definitely think it's a good idea to only eat when you're hungry. If you're not hungry before 5:30, don't eat. But pack a smart, low calorie snack so that when you do get hungry you don't have to just go for a donut or some cookies. (Or at least find a low calorie donut or cookie )

bcovely

Thanks to all the answers!!