can someone please critique my diary?

qbanyto

would like some constructive criticism

be gentle..... lmao

Amy62575

Not to be a smartass, but you have a lot of quick add calories - those are hard to critique. LOL

MeganH81

kinda hard to do that when it's not filled out very well... only you know what your "Quick Add-Calories" are.

chefchazz

what they said. check out others diaries for a better idea on balancing your food groups. good luck!

mariapuhl

You a lot of times use "quick add calories" so I have no idea what you're eating then.

I also see virtually NO vegetables. At all.

While you are staying in your calories, you're eating junk. Like the beef and been burrito. You could make one at home for less calories that is a LOT healthier.

I bet if you turned on the sodium counter as well, your sodium would be through the roof.

I'd say definitely throw in a LOT more veggies, they'll allow you to eat more overall and they're tons healthier.

That's just my quick look at it, since you don't have too many days logged.

melissamauney

Well I agree with the others who commented on the quick add cals. And I don't see very many fruits or veggies.You might want to up that. And I seen a couple of missed meals. I don't know if you just didn't put those in or you just didn't eat.You need to make sure you eat every meal.

jsteras

Where are your veggies and fruit? I would also add in sodium to watch that, with the amount of processed food you are consuming your sodium intake is probably really high. I think you would do better to eat a healthy meal and forgo the weight loss shakes. Just my opinion:) Oatmeal and fruit or eggs and a slice of whole wheat bagel or toast would keep you fuller longer. Nuts are another good source of protein, fiber,and keep you fuller longer.

shander7

I agree, I would definitely start tracking your sodium, you'd be surprised how much is in some food! I know I definitely was! Try adding more fruits and veggies, you'll be able to eat more of them for fewer calories. Also, tracking sugar might be helpful as well.

It seems like you're new so I'm sure you'll get the hang of it as you explore the site and everything! Good luck!

andreae13

It seems like you eat A LOT of process foods....where are your fruits and veggies? Also just by looking at the foods your sodium levels have to be through the roof! I would try to get a protein, fruit/veggie and carb in at every meal and aim for 5-6 small meals a day. This keeps your metabolism and blood sugar levels even through out the day so you aren't hungry. As my trainer says, you want to eat foods that are as close to natural as possible...meaning, can you pick it out of a tree or in the ground.

mirna_ayala0428

Bump

rodegghero

Cut the weight loss shakes and replace with fruit and veggie rich meals

Soon2Bfitmamaof3

You a lot of times use "quick add calories" so I have no idea what you're eating then.

I also see virtually NO vegetables. At all.

While you are staying in your calories, you're eating junk. Like the beef and been burrito. You could make one at home for less calories that is a LOT healthier.

I bet if you turned on the sodium counter as well, your sodium would be through the roof.

I'd say definitely throw in a LOT more veggies, they'll allow you to eat more overall and they're tons healthier.

That's just my quick look at it, since you don't have too many days logged.

Exactly what I was going to say, very well put!

BflSaberfan

Honestly at 230 calories for a diet shake you aren't getting much else out of that and are probably still hungry. You could easily replace that 230 calories with a fairly large salad (limited dressing), a banana and an orange - much more nutrients and probably less calories.

elliecolorado

Agreed with everyone else, it is hard to critique it if we don't know what you are eating with the quick add calories. Also it looks like you are in the habit of skipping at least one meal a day, which I personally wouldn't recommend that. I would recommend eating smaller meals or meals and snacks more often. Personally I eat about every 2 hours and I can tell the difference. Get rid of the processed foods and weight loss shakes and eat 'cleaner' more fruits and veggies. Maybe instead of weight loss shakes try a protein shake like after you work out or for a snack.

MeganH81

Well, lemme use this day for example....

**weight loss shake with some bread (no yogurt, fresh fruit)

**tuna with a rice krispie treat (where's the bread, carrot sticks, mixed fruit cup?)

**mashed potatoes (That's not a meal at all... Where's your baked chicken, green beans, cottage cheese)

** chocolate covered peanuts and oatmeal cookies (I don't know what to say about this)

SimplyDeLish

Weight Loss shakes need to go...follow the old adage "never drink your calories". I also noticed lots of cookies...maybe 1 instead of two. Add fruits and veggies and lean meats. Never "quick add" calories - you are looking for calories and nutrition information from your diary. Also, I saw some skipped meals - a no no when trying to get healthy. Any long-term plan is a lifestyle. Decide healthy is the lifestyle and eat accordingly. Good Luck - you can accomplish your goals!

Amy62575

Joking aside -

I agree with the others - more fruits, veggies, salads need to be added. If you are pressed for time (weight loss shake) you can pick up some protein bars, like Power bar, Balance, or drinks like Muscle Milk lite or Myoplex lite. If you have time to make your own shakes, you can buy whey or soy powder protein at GNC. Walmart also carries some good brands cheaper like EAS.

Also, greek yogurt, cheesesticks (Borden and Sargento make good ones) and almonds make for good quick snacks on-the-go. I would definitely steer clear of the Patio burritos, they are LOADED with sodium and I'm surprised they don't make your belly :sick: hurt.

Good luck!:bigsmile:

Amy62575

And where's your water? Do you drink it and not log it?

elliecolorado

Just thought i'd give you an example of what one of my days looks like:

Breakfast: Cheerios with 1% milk and fruit

Snack: Greek Yogurt or fruit

Lunch: Sandwich - low sodium lunch meat, light whole wheat bread, 2% milk cheese, light mayo, lots of lettuce or sprouts with a pickle spear on the side. (I know pickles have a lot of sodium)

Snack: Celery & Carrot sticks with hummus

Dinner: Chicken breast (baked) with a salad and fat free Italian dressing

Dessert: Sugar free pudding cup with strawberries and fat free whipped cream

That comes to right around 1200 calories and I am never hungry because I am eating all day.

Natalie0506

I'm with everyone else. While you are staying within your calories, you're eating crap food. You aren't fueling your body...you're just eating whatever is convenient. You need to be eating mostly fruits, veggies, and lean protein. Some whole grains, some carbs.

qbanyto

sorry for the delay guys...

i drink LOTS of water alllll daayyy. i COMPLETELY forgot that i'm able to log that in lol

the shakes are working for me VERY well. they fill me up for hours and are low in calories (for a shake anyways)

i have never eaten and prolly NEVER will eat vegetable since i don't like them. no matter how i tried them. never needed them either. i tried salads and vegetables every which way and simply got tired, bored and annoyed by trying them. wasted too much money trying to like vegetable. so thats out the window.

fruits are ok. i can have an orange here and apple there. or a banana. i don't like them RAW, i prefer them blended. i usually just have coconut water since its better and has electrolytes and more potassium than 2 bananas per bottle.

i should of posted this question next week. this week i kinda half assed it since i'm not prepared for this lifestyle THIS WEEK. i kinda just "jumped" on this diet when i found the app on my iphone a few days ago, so it was one of those "Spontaneous revelations" lol

with that being said, i'm proud of myself since i havent touched or even looked at soda for about a month now (i was an EXTREME soda addict and even got kidney stones from it). also i know so far its pretty half assed, but i'm staying withing my caloric limit which is something i never thought possible. trust me guys i was a wreck compare to this.

note about my salad issue:

when i WAS in shape i didn't touch one leaf. or vegetable. yet i was fit and super healthy (said so by my doctors and bloodtests)

you don't NEED vegetables to be healthy. i know thats blasphemy to %98 ogf human population, but the fact is, when i would try vegetable and realized i didnt like them, i would get upset and get demotivated thinking i would never be healthy simply cause i'm not eating vegetables. HOWEVER, when i stop caring what ppl say about vegetables and just found another healthy route (lean meats, some fruits, etc) i start getting lean, muscular and fit.

thank you all for your advice tho, i just don't want the whole "eat your veggies speech" cuz i've heard it a trillion times and quite frankly its caca to me

but yes that burrito would of been healthier and would o tasted better. thanks again guys!

you guys ROCK!

MeganH81

WOW!!!!!!!

jaia07

Looks to me like you're eating a lot of junk with little nutritional value... and lots of carbs. You need veggies and fruit and fresh unprocessed foods. Also, I don't really believe in those weightloss shakes, I'm sure you could create something better yourself... that's just me though, lots of people swear by them.

Thexplodingirl

I lost about 50 lbs using the shakes in 2003- and gained it all back because it never taught me how to eat real food healthily. I think I could use more veggies so i've been having a 5 oz low sodium v8 every day to compensate. If you can force yourself to drink a12 oz can of weight loss shake then 5 oz of v8 should be no problem. You CAN lose weight by calorie counting only, and still enjoy all the fatty foods you want, I've just noticed I tend to choose healthier stuff just because I can eat more quantity. Your diet is your personal journey and you will find what works and what doesn't in your own time. I've been having a blast finding the lowest calorie versions of my favorite foods....

BflSaberfan

When you asked the question you knew what the response would be, eat healthier....then you came back and defended your diet. Did you actually want help and criticism or someone to pat you on the back and say the diet shakes are a great staple to your diet?

rakelros

One way to help with changing your diet.
If you like to eat carbs, such as potatos, rice, and pasta, try not to eat them after 3pm. Eat them at lunch instead, and eat protein rich foods for dinner, such as chicken or fish.
If you absolutely need to have carbs with your dinner, try to restrict the amount to about 1-2 tablespoons in a meal.

Go Go Go, you can do this!

Amy62575

When you asked the question you knew what the response would be, eat healthier....then you came back and defended your diet. Did you actually want help and criticism or someone to pat you on the back and say the diet shakes are a great staple to your diet?

My thoughts exactly. Don't ask if you don't want answers that you don't want to hear. If you were opposed to veggies in the first place, you could have said so. Just sayin

pchinow2000

I think everyone's body is different and do what works for you. However I have heard over and over to eat 5 or 6 small meals a day to keep your metabolism going.

bmontgomery87

need more veggies.

why are you 1000 cals under your goal? If you're only gonna eat 1500 cals a day, adjust your macros so you can shoot for similar numbers daily.

why eat 400 cals all day then have an 800 calorie dinner. You might have better luck feeling satisfied if you spread those calories out.

Keep your protein intake fairly high to avoid muscle loss while losing weight. Your body doesn't just burn fat.

mom23nuts

I think you need higher quality foods be good to yourself in that way
Higher volumes of low cal stuff like fruits and veggies
Lower volumes on processed and starchy foods like the 3 cups of pasta
Eat your calories....leaving too many behind will put your metabolism into shut down mode

My motto Eat clean to get lean....less processed less cooked beyond recognition more whole natural single ingredient foods
If it has a long lable...don't bring it to the table

Remember low fat brings in high sugar!
Don't drink all you fruits and veggies like in juices since they are basically straight shots of sugar that your body has to just absorp like a sponge but not process or work on breaking down like eating an orange vs drinking OJ

kteej

How do you view someone else's diary?