Should I reduce my calories more?((keto/LCHF))

klaff411
klaff411 Posts: 169 Member
in Health and Weight Loss
I just have a general question. I've lost a LOT of weight - I started at 250lbs and now I'm at about 158lbs give or take.

I need to lose about 15-20 more lbs to reach my ultimate goal of 130lbs.

I have been doing LCHF (keto) for the past 1-2 years and its worked very well for me*. I've been on plateaus before. But I can't seem to break this one.

My kcal count - 1350

I will admit, I am not exercising right now. I know that might be part of the problem. But I wanted to know if I should reduce further. Perhaps to 1200kcal? Maybe I should eat more? I'm a little unclear as to the best course of action right now.






* Please do not lecture me about Keto as a "fad". I have ED and my doctor recommended this for me, and it has worked amazingly well. I am open to all suggestions otherwise.

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  • terbusha
    terbusha Posts: 1,483 Member
    I would try to eat more and increase your carbs. As you get more fit, your body requires more fuel. I've had it happen to me when I was on a plateau, when I bumped from 1800 to 2000 cal/day and from 30% to 40% carbs, my weight loss picked right back up. Give it a try. You may find that the added energy will help you push harder and give you more energy.

    Allan
  • emtjmac
    emtjmac Posts: 1,320 Member
    If your diary is accurate then then problem may be that you're starving yourself.
  • mkroberger
    mkroberger Posts: 25 Member
    Congrats on your weight loss!! You have accomplished so much!

    I'm not sure why you are struggling right now. I have read that even body builders do a cheat meal, and that can jolt your matabolism. Lookup "carb cycling." Maybe that'll help for you? :-)

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