Should I be eating my full 1200 calories?
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npostemni
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Should I be eating my full 1200 calories? Because today I had a ton of veggies for lunch and dinner and I am not even close to getting my 1200 calories. I have had all of my food groups so I am not just eating vegetables lol. My question real question is if it is ok that I am not eating my full calorie allowance and then exercising.
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You need to be eating at least that much, yes.
Try adding some fat. Avocados, full fat dairy, chicken thighs rather than breasts, oil, etc.0 -
Yes, almost certainly.0
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Most likely NO. You should calculate your BMR and make sure your net calories is not below that.0
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Eating under 1200, AND working out can really hurt your body!
She's right - healthy fats are super important - every cell in your body has a fatty cell membrane and your BRAIN is mostly fatty acids!0 -
I'm pretty sure that if you go into your nutrients, that you aren't at 100% of your needs: protein, fiber, vitamins, minerals. Yes, eat your 1200 calories. It sounds like your are being very restrictive or limiting yourself to only diet type foods. Go eat a piece of meat, or some peanut butter, a handful of nuts, or make a cup of tea and pair it with some whole grain toast and real butter.0
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Why would you not want to, fuel your body it will thank you.0
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The question is, why would you not?
That is an excellent question.0 -
if it's just one day thats ok. Don't make it a habit..
There is no reason for anyone to be eating less then 1200 calories unless u are 4 foot something and weight like 60-70 lbs
If you are having trouble hitting caloric goals, try adding nuts to your diet.0 -
Most likely NO. You should calculate your BMR and make sure your net calories is not below that.
Yup, this. Here is a good calculator, and there are others as well if you go back to all calculators.
http://www.fat2fitradio.com/tools/bmr/0 -
In response to everyone this was just a question. I am like 50 calories below. It was just a question.0
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i would not worry for one day, just eat more tomorrow if you are full today. At the end of the week it will all balance out as long as it is not a regular occurence.0
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The question is, why would you not?
That is an excellent question.
I felt snarky for asking, hence the edit. But wow I see it over and over and I can't understand it.0 -
In response to everyone this was just a question. I am like 50 calories below. It was just a question.0
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i would not worry for one day, just eat more tomorrow if you are full today. At the end of the week it will all balance out as long as it is not a regular occurence.0
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In response to everyone this was just a question. I am like 50 calories below. It was just a question.
Unless you are very old and or very tiny you don't need to eat so little. It might be worth it to determine your TDEE and eat at a reasonable deficit from that. In the long run it's a much healthier approach. Just a suggestion.0 -
In response to everyone this was just a question. I am like 50 calories below. It was just a question.
And you received just answers.
The "problem" is, you asked over a million people a question, and when 20 gave you their opinions, it just felt like they were ganging up on you.
It's a totally legit question...and honestly, not everyone on this site will even agree to the answer. Read the responses, do some more research, ask some more questions, decide for yourself. Yay, learning! :drinker:0 -
You should be eating way more than 1200 calories, I would starve on that!!
ETA: OP read this: http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/1080242-a-guide-to-get-you-started-on-your-path-to-sexypants0 -
i would not worry for one day, just eat more tomorrow if you are full today. At the end of the week it will all balance out as long as it is not a regular occurence.
I really don't think anyone was jumping down your throat, at least not intentionally. :flowerforyou:
My response to the "why wouldn't you" was just me expressing my love of food. :laugh:0 -
I also tend to have this problem, like others said I wouldn't make this a habit. Don't be afraid to eat more, it will benefit you in the long run. Try eating some peanut or almond butter, a piece of cheese, or a higher calorie fruit like a banana. A handful of almonds is my favorite when I've noticed I haven't eaten enough.0
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i would not worry for one day, just eat more tomorrow if you are full today. At the end of the week it will all balance out as long as it is not a regular occurence.
I don't think anyone was jumping down your throat. You asked a question and they tried to answer it.
Why ask if you don't want an answer?
First you said that you were not even close to 1200...then you were only 50 calories away...then you said you just ate dinner...I guess that I am confused.
Were you bored?0
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