Need help finding food to eat to increase my calories intake

jmy1975
jmy1975 Posts: 56 Member
I have been bad about eating enough calories. I know I should eat another 300-400 more, but I eat pretty healthy and am not hungry. I usually have about 300 calories for each of the 3 meals and then another 300 calories in snacks, which leaves me at about 1200 (which I know is not enough when I am exercising off 400-500 cal each day). So I am looking for heathly food ideas to add in some extras and when to add them. I am not a vegetarian but avoid red meat and I like nuts, but I find I go over my fat percent if I eat those. I am confused so any help would be appreciated. I tend to hit low in protein as well so high protein extras are probably what I need.

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  • diannethegeek
    diannethegeek Posts: 14,776 Member
    Unless you have a medical reason to limit your fats, it's totally okay to go over your percentage a little.

    Some healthy foods to help you out:
    avocado
    cheese
    full fat diary
    ice cream
    peanut butter
    Greek yogurt
    dark chocolate
    less lean cuts of meat
    seeds
    nuts
    olive oil
    coconut oil
    butter
    protein shakes, bars, and smoothies
    hummus
    beef jerky
    tuna
    full calorie condiments
    full calorie sauces & dressings
    guacamole
    whole grain pasta
    rice
    bacon
    whole eggs
    quinoa
    pretzels
    bananas
    scones
    muffins
    potatoes
    granola