Calories?

kristafb

I'll start by saying I have been doing this since March 1st now & I'm very happy with how I feel physically & mentally, but that being said, I am a bit frustrated by the fact that I haven't lost anything since the 18th.

I had been eating approximately 1300 calories with macros at 5% carbs, 30 % protein & 65% fat and after doing the keto calculater on Ruled.me It said I should be eating about 1600 calories which kind of freaked me out. I have PCOS & have never lost weight eating more than about 1200 calories so for me even upping it to 1300 was scary.

Yesterday, out of frustration & a bit of desperation, I went in & changed my goals so that I'm now eating 1500c with macros at 5/25/70 and this morning I was down, not much, only 0.4, but still down.

What is everyones feelings about calories??

strawmama

I'm honestly not sure where I got my 1540 daily calorie goal from. My guess is MFP's setting. My TDEE (20% reduction) is 1749, and my Fitbit settings are similar to this. I usually consume anywhere from that 1540 to the 1749, eating back exercise calories (most, not all).

I notice when I have a low calorie week, I tend to lose less. I still can't wrap my head around eating MORE. Whatever works I suppose.

Oh, and my macros are set at carbs 5%, fat 80%, and protein 15%. I rarely ever hit my macros though, but I try to make sure my fat stays relatively high.

kristafb

I have no trouble at all getting my fat macros & am usually over. Between my bullet proof coffee & my love of mayo & eggs its the easiest thing for me.

debilang

Hi Krista, I started around the same time as you on the LCHF Lifestyle. I only have 5 lbs now to lose...since, I lost 5 lbs in a relatively short time with this lifestyle. I *like* the fact that I am burning FAT now for energy, rather than the carbs. My daily goal is 1210, until I reach maintenance which will be 1400. I haven't lost anything for about two weeks now. But I haven't gained either. Every body is different. Sooo keep hanging in there...and we will cheer you on. My energy is returning (I learned there is also a transition there, too)...I was EXHAUSTED there for a while...soooo for April I am on a regiment of doing Yoga and Jillian's 30 day shred...cause she uses WEIGHTS. Burning my fat calories is a big consolation that when I DO lose the weight I know it is stored bodyfat, and more PERMANENT then just water or muscle loss. I am getting better at staying Low Carb, AND I don't crave sweets anymore, which is my DOWNFALL. I don't have trouble with the High Fat portion either! ...Not sure I answered your question about calories. I read lots of experiences where calories were increased, and people lost weight. You will find what works for you...I know you won't give up

Hugs and Smiles,
Deb

kristafb

Thanks Deb! I'm the same, feel sooo much better & so happy to not have those awful sweet cravings. I guess some days you have to count the little victories more than others.

Leonidas_meets_Spartacus

Listen to your body! MFP was recommending me to eat 1450-1500 cals to lose 1.5 lbs a week. I ate way more than that and lost more than 35 lbs of fat in 3 months. I eat when I am hungry and stop when I am full. I am glad I didn't wreck my metabolism following some random number on the internet.

Athena98501

I'll start by saying I have been doing this since March 1st now & I'm very happy with how I feel physically & mentally, but that being said, I am a bit frustrated by the fact that I haven't lost anything since the 18th.

I had been eating approximately 1300 calories with macros at 5% carbs, 30 % protein & 65% fat and after doing the keto calculater on Ruled.me It said I should be eating about 1600 calories which kind of freaked me out. I have PCOS & have never lost weight eating more than about 1200 calories so for me even upping it to 1300 was scary.

Yesterday, out of frustration & a bit of desperation, I went in & changed my goals so that I'm now eating 1500c with macros at 5/25/70 and this morning I was down, not much, only 0.4, but still down.

What is everyones feelings about calories??

I also have PCOS, and I have found that I lose much more consistently at a higher intake. 1300 is very low for your size. I would recommend trying the 1600, but also know your protein needs, and don't exceed them. We might have fairly similar TDEEs, and I lose best around 1800 net.