So hungry...Encouragement please?

kbeller88

:frown: I don't know why but its like my body isn't getting anything to eat...I'm constantly hungry even if I eat a huge salad or a say a buscuit...I just wanna eat! I'm 287 today, in 3 days I've lost 4 pounds...but I dont' wanna feel like i"m starving

I also have an eating disorder...its not psychologically labelled as a disorder yet but I am an over eater, any emotion I feel I want to eat..could this be whats goin on? like I just at a sausage buscuit and am drinking a cup of coffee but I feel like I havne't eatn all day..

I"m alreayd u to my limit for the day and need to excercise so I will be able to maintain my net cal of 1200. Please give me some words of encouragement.

hbiffle

You can do it!!!! One thing I've found helpful is having rice cakes around. They are a great snack and they don't have many calories at all!!! Plus, with all of the new flavors they have now they're actually really good! And they have some chocolate ones if you have a sweet tooth!

lunarastro

If you weight 287 you should probably be eating more than 1200 per day. Is that the goal MFP calculated for you or si you put it inmannually?

Bheller234

I get like that too, i feel hungry a lot. I have found that i always have a cup of water at my desk at work and when my hunger kicks in i start drinking that and it helps. You can give that a try, it may help more than you think. I'm always here to help, if you need any support or help you can feel free to add me and i will try to help you as much as i can.

crzyone

At that weight, you need more calories. Make sure you are eating things that are healthy and filling. I find that I need carbs and protein to help me feel full and more satisfied. I eat brown rice every day with blackeyed peas or grilled chicken. A potato is a carb that helps me feel full too. I limit portions on these and then have a huge salad with it, so I feel like I'm getting something tasty and a lot, too. It takes awhile to get the hang of things, so take it slow and easy. Don't cut yourself off altogether at first. Cut things out slowly, if you need to. Cut downon eating slowly, if you need to. You don't have to be "perfect" the first week or two!!! (Or ever, if you're me!! LOL) Snack on something you like but is low in calories...jello has almost no calories....even if I"m over calories, I feel like eating fresh fruit or veggies if I'm hungry is okay.....fresh ones don't have many calories and are healthy. I keep oranges apples handy. I also like frozen fruit....Walmart has a bag of frozen strawberries and mangoes and such. I take some out in a bowl and just eat one piece at a time and it takes a while to eat it because it is frozen.........so, it keeps my mouth busy and satisfied my need for something.

Good luck. You can do this!!! One day at a time. One step at a time. If you are hungry, eat something healthy.

kbeller88

If you weight 287 you should probably be eating more than 1200 per day. Is that the goal MFP calculated for you or si you put it inmannually?

hey no they calculated 1718 cal a day I try to get a net of at least 1200...That my excercise calories included.

Hambone23

:frown: I don't know why but its like my body isn't getting anything to eat...I'm constantly hungry even if I eat a huge salad or a say a buscuit...I just wanna eat! I'm 287 today, in 3 days I've lost 4 pounds...but I dont' wanna feel like i"m starving

I also have an eating disorder...its not psychologically labelled as a disorder yet but I am an over eater, any emotion I feel I want to eat..could this be whats goin on? like I just at a sausage buscuit and am drinking a cup of coffee but I feel like I havne't eatn all day..

I"m alreayd u to my limit for the day and need to excercise so I will be able to maintain my net cal of 1200. Please give me some words of encouragement.

Hmm, did you set your settings to losing 2 lbs. a week? I did that at first, and the reduction in calories compared to what I'd been eating was too hard for me to maintain. So instead of setting myself up to fail, I set my settings to the recommended 1 lb. per week. That made a huge difference for me in terms of feeling like I could eat more, feel fuller, and feeling like I could stick out the diet long term. We all want to lose fast, but sometimes our bodies need to ease into it.

I'm sure there are people on MFP who can tell you what foods will help make you feel fuller, but if you feel this is really a problem, I'd recommend you see your doctor. There could be something else going on. If it's psychological, even a therapist can help. Cognitive Behavioral therapy can help a person change their way of thinking. As a result, they have more control over their actions. Or talk to a nutritionist. I'm no expert. Just throwing out ideas here.

Improvised

I'd fit as many fruit and veggies in your diet as you can. They are very low in calories (usually), so you can eat alot of them. Stick to whole grains when possible, and drink LOTS of water. I'd try and limit processed foods like taquitos and frozen pizzas to a couple times a week, since they aren't very filling, and are high in sodium, which can make you retain water.

kardowling

a hot drink helps me.. I do lots of Decaf flavored tea with splenda or low sodium chx boullion. Keeps my hands busy and takes a while to drink...good luck. Night time after dinner is my time to just wanna eat. I need to keep my hands busy, trying to learn guitar. It does help...also early bed Hang in there.

cnflet2

if they calculated about 1700 then you should try and eat that because doing that alone without exercise will help you loose 2 lbs a week. doing less than that for your weight can actually subconsciously put your body into starvation mode and it will slow down the metabolism.
try eating 1700 and then working out and that should be much healthier for you
best of luck

kristilovescake

Looking at your diary, I think you should eat more. I think you should eat back all of your exercise calories.

Try eating more protein-rich and fiber-rich foods, they tend to keep me fuller for longer.

If I'm hungry, I eat. Just make sure it's REAL hunger and not thirst (drink a glass or two of water) or boredom. Listen to your body!

tigersword

If you weight 287 you should probably be eating more than 1200 per day. Is that the goal MFP calculated for you or si you put it inmannually?

hey no they calculated 1718 cal a day I try to get a net of at least 1200...That my excercise calories included.

You should be netting the goal MFP calculates. If MFP says 1718 a day, that's what you should be netting, not 1200. You feel hungry because you're starving yourself.

kbeller88

:frown: I don't know why but its like my body isn't getting anything to eat...I'm constantly hungry even if I eat a huge salad or a say a buscuit...I just wanna eat! I'm 287 today, in 3 days I've lost 4 pounds...but I dont' wanna feel like i"m starving

I also have an eating disorder...its not psychologically labelled as a disorder yet but I am an over eater, any emotion I feel I want to eat..could this be whats goin on? like I just at a sausage buscuit and am drinking a cup of coffee but I feel like I havne't eatn all day..

I"m alreayd u to my limit for the day and need to excercise so I will be able to maintain my net cal of 1200. Please give me some words of encouragement.

Hmm, did you set your settings to losing 2 lbs. a week? I did that at first, and the reduction in calories compared to what I'd been eating was too hard for me to maintain. So instead of setting myself up to fail, I set my settings to the recommended 1 lb. per week. That made a huge difference for me in terms of feeling like I could eat more, feel fuller, and feeling like I could stick out the diet long term. We all want to lose fast, but sometimes our bodies need to ease into it.

I'm sure there are people on MFP who can tell you what foods will help make you feel fuller, but if you feel this is really a problem, I'd recommend you see your doctor. There could be something else going on. If it's psychological, even a therapist can help. Cognitive Behavioral therapy can help a person change their way of thinking. As a result, they have more control over their actions. Or talk to a nutritionist. I'm no expert. Just throwing out ideas here.

thats actually a really good idea...I didn't even think about doing that.

Mindful_Trent

The suggestion to up your calories is a good one. Far too many people think they have to stick to 1200 /day to lose weight - there are actually very few people who have to stick to that low of a number.

In addition - make sure you are eating quality foods - as little processed as possible, lots of veggies, quality protein (MFP's goal is way too low), make sure your grains are whole grains, healthy fats like nuts, fatty fish, etc. I've found that when I'm eating quality foods, it's much easier to stick to my goal. Also, drinking lots of water (8-10 cups/day) help, too - Spread the water throughout the day.

kyrstensmom

You need to eat more filling foods. Your diet is full of processed foods and very little protein and fiber. You will stay full longer if you eat whole foods with higher fiber and protein.

superdrood

Where your calories come from makes a huge difference in how satiated you're going to be. For example I'd be starving an hour later if I ate the breakfast you had. If you take a look at my breakfast today, for pretty much the same calories you get a good balanced breakfast that can get you through the morning.

JennetteMac

First off, I have found I can cope with hungry, generally by thinking that it means I'll lose some weight if I feel abit hungry. Second, if you need to eat and take plenty of time doing it try a pot of frozen yogurt (try Muller light). Chip away at it for 20 minutes or so and you only get 99 calories. Go to bed nice and early with a good book and think how much less you'll weigh in the morning. Keep positive, there are so many people on this site who have done so well you will be one of them!!

gailashton

You can do this. It's mind over matter. Get some exercise & you'll forget about how hungry you are. The 1st 2 weeks were the hardest for me and yes, I felt hungry all the time too, so I would eat something light like a yogurt, some rice crackers, hot tea. The more you fill youself with fats and useless carbohydrates, ie. white flour you will get hungrier faster as these foods don't stick with you. Try the 6 small meals a day. It works. I never thought it would and that was 8 months ago. Mind over matter. You are better than this you are stronger than this, don't let it get the best of you. YOU CAN DO IT, anyone can, anyone you just have to want it bad enough! I hope this helps. I've been there, never again will I go back there and neither will you once you see the results of your efforts and hard work.

thepanttherlady

My suggestion would be to make food choices that are a little lower in calories. For instance, your lunch says you had salad with Italian Dressing and a chicken patty. I'm sure 4 oz. of grilled chicken would be less calories. Even a lighter dressing would lower your calories. Try the Dannon Light & Fit yogurts. They're half the calories as the Yoplait yogurt you had a breakfast.

Finding ways to lower your calories at each meal will allow you more things to eat throughout your day. My calories are set at 1640 (just lowered from 1680) and if you go through my diary you'll see I'm eating quite a bit throughout the day. I have only gone over in calories 1 day since October 31st when I started my journey. I also drink at least a gallon of water a day.

I hope this helps. :flowerforyou:

MaggieMay131

Everyone else has pretty much driven this point home, but I'll say it again:

You most likely need to eat more, and focus on eating whole, nutritious foods. Veggies, lean meats, fruits, healthy fats. Try to avoid foods that come in boxes and packages as much as you can. You will feel so much fuller, I promise!!!

Don't give up. My rule is, if I'm hungry, and I'm eating wholesome foods, I eat. There's no reason to starve yourself as long as you are eating natural, whole foods in the right portions.

crzyone

I looked at your diary too and though I have my own struggles with this all, too, IMO you need to eat the calories the site has set for you and you need to add TONS of fruits and vegetables to your diet. I don't see many at all. Eating more calories will help you to feel more satisfied and so will eating the fresh fruits and vegetables that are lower in calories; these both will help you stick with this longer and be less likely to give up. I have a history of ALL those diets that teach to eat as little as possible and starve myself, and I have found on this site that I lose the most on the scales when I eat the higher calories...and that often the scales don't move and I depend more on how clothes feel...but, if I"m hungry, I eat....something...something healthy..some fruit...a salad.....I think the healthy fruit and veggies are ALWAYS good to eat, even if we are over calories.....

kevin3344

If you're feeling deprived you're probably trying to do too much. My sister in law has hers set at 1/2 lb per week and still has lost 5 lbs a month (close to 17 total).

However, you'll also need to make better choices. If you have fruits and veggies available you're more than likely to eat them vs. a biscuit. You'll feel better, too!

SLaw4215

I was looking over your food diary and based on only 2 days of information I would suggest you get away from eating only processed foods and make yourself REAL food. AND if MFP suggests eating 1700 calories you should be eating very close to that number or your body will think you are starving and will slow metabolism (self preservation) and it will take you a lot longer to lose weight and then once you do start to eat it will back-fire {this is what I have researched...I don't know everything but I have had some time to digest my own trial and error). If you learn to eat only from opening a package you will never learn how to identify visual what portions are appropriate and when you make them from scratch you'll have more control over things like sodium intake. The frozen meals (WW, Lean Cuisine, Lean Pockets) are a trap. You are much better off buying a set of storage containers, measuring, and making your own. Your sodium and bank account will thank you. Look for items to increase Fiber and Protein which will take longer to digest and will make your feel fuller for longer periods -- fish, whole grains, pieces of fruit. And drink your fluids!

amysj303

Just as other people have mentioned, you could eat as much as you want if you are eating lean proteins, whole grains, fruits and vegetables. Just try to surround yourself with healthy options and eat when you are hungry.
I know when I tried just eating 1200 cals per day I was really hungry too, but I find if I get 100 grams of protein each day, I am not hungry and my cravings are lessened.
I have been doing the Jamie Eason plan and I think the diet has a ton of food, check it out if you are interested:
http://www.bodybuilding.com/fun/jamie-eason-livefit-trainer-approved-foods-list.html

kathygirl123

I've found eating an apple and drinking water helps when I'm really hungry. I try to keep an apple in the car and have it on the way home from work so I'm not starving when I get home and will eat what ever is in site. I think the apple helps because it has a lot of fiber and it takes a little while to eat you can't gobble it down like cookies. Hope this helps

kbeller88

thank you all so much for the support...

I need to just start kicken up the veggies and fruits some more...its just hard to get adjusted to all of this bc all I have eatn is processed food for years...*which is why i look like a beached whale*

My step-kids are very picky eaters and I'm tryin to get my bio-son to alot of different foods but the only things my steps eat are processed and packaged foods so that really all I buy. I need pick my butt up and listen to u guys...thank you for being so awesome. I have the biggest supporting family ever

Looks like I"m going shopping tonight to get some healthy *and full-fillling* foods.. lol

cygnetpro

I find that certain foods (like the ones you mentioned-- salad, biscuit) do NOT satisfy me for long. I do better when I up the protein, or even the fat (I try to keep them healthier fats).

One meal that does keep me full for a good while is a one egg/two egg white omelette. I add fresh basil, a whole green pepper chopped up, a whole chopped tomato, and a half chopped onion. I also add about 1 ounce of light cream cheese. Super nutrient packed, delicious, and very, very filing.

jessebreanne

It can be really tough. I believe a lot of it has to do with your bodies digestion hormones. Read "YOU, on a diet" It has some great insight on how your body works and how to make it work for you. Good luck!

http://www.amazon.ca/You-Owners-Manual-Waist-Management/dp/0743292545/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1325108560&sr=1-1

oneIT

Eat protein foods or drinks. It will help alot.

Also, you have to get used to eating less. It will feel like you are starving but you just have to hold out, it gets better. The more I eat, the more I am able to eat! I can't consume large meals anymore like I used to unless I build up to it again.

LeanMeanFitnessMachine

I feel like constantly thinking about and being conscious of the fact that you are now eating less makes you more hungry. Eventually those hunger cravings will go away (trust me, I know) & it will get better. You just gotta tough it out during the first bit.

Here are some hunger curbing tips:
- Drink more water (more than the reccommended 8oz a day)
- Double the MFP reccommendation for protien
- Eat 6 SMALL meals a day versus 3 big meals a day, so that you're eating all day and not waiting for the next meal

Suzanne106

No wonder you're hungry you're not eating enough calories! Do you input everything including food and exercise because there is NO WAY someone your weight should only be eating 1200 calories. You need to recalculate that.