Going Over and Frustrated

jayayach

I've had that issue in the past. I found it helpful to keep logging, log everything, everyday. This allowed me to see the trends in my eating habits and allowed me to find ways to get it under control. Just logging made me more accountable for the food choices I was making and helped me to make better choices moving forward. Just seeing everything in print made me want even more to change.

dovesgate

http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/538381-in-place-of-a-road-map

I do this.

lovelee79

Not sure your stats, caloric intake, but I believe you shouldn't eat below your BMR. Here is a great calculator to see how many calories you should be eating.
I love my booze too ! cheers ! :drinker:

http://scoobysworkshop.com/calorie-calculator/

jackieatx

Skinnytaste.com has great recipes, and a lot of people blog their own recipes. Check out the forum

ammatzner

Hey, just an observation... I looked at your diary and noticed that you are eating no vegetables or fruits! I think they could really help you out. Try some recipies for vegetable dishes from epicurious.com, and snack on fruits instead of crackers. Cheese and crackers are my vice, they have been hard to give up. And I understand about the alcohol. I have been a heavy drinker for a while now, and am just now realizing that alcohol has no place in my diet if I want to lose weight. Even if I am mixing with diet beverages. Good luck!

debhix

I am right there with ya! My calorie goal as set by MFP is 1340....doesn't take much to get there! I feel like I've done a good job through breakfast and lunch and then look at how many calories I have left and it's depressing.

I also don't care for egg whites and lots of the whole or natural type foods that a lot of people eat. I keep trying different things and if I get lucky and develop a taste for something super nutritious, great! If not, I cross it off the list and vow to try something else in a few days. Some of it is developing new habits I'm sure. I hope that not getting discouraged and giving up will eventually pay off.

RIght now my plan is to log every bite I put in my mouth no matter what the total for the day is. Then go back and look at it in a month and see where I can make some changes.
Good luck and keep plugging away. Its a marathon not a sprint. And you are competing against no one but yourself! :drinker:

michellekicks

Yeah...I actually did that today. I think .5 pounds a week for me is better right now. Thank you

I have my goal set to .5 pounds/week too, and I've lost about 8.5 lbs in the last 5 weeks just doing that. You may lose more... but it gives you more wiggle room.

Having said that, you have to be super diligent I think. The .5 lbs/week option is only a 250 cal/day deficit... poor math or measuring can make the difference between losing and gaining.

NoAdditives

Stop eating fast food, at restaurants, and junk food. Prepare your meals yourself. Eat fresh fruits and vegetables, whole grains, low fat dairy, and lean meats. Drink lots of water. If you eat whole foods instead of processed junk it will be a lot easier to stay within your calorie goal.

bm99

I looked at your diary, you eat like crap.

Start researching ways to make the foods you love at home with less calories, plan your meals in advance, cook and freeze portions in advance if your food choices come from limited time to eat.

SEishen

I never complete my daily food diary becaise it seems that I go over my caloric intake everyday and it annoys me. I have only eaten twice today and Ive pretty much reached the limit. Its only 5 pm and I know I will eat again and probably have a few cocktails, so am I going to lose weight with such a pattern? I am working out but only about twice a week, which I know is not enough. But as far as my caloric intake...I need more!!!!! Thoughts?

Do you have a Trader Joe's nearby? Yes, eating salads and fresh whole foods is more expensive than eating Del Taco but in the long run, you'll end up paying one way or another!

I've just completed my third full week of MFP. Started out just counting calories, starving myself, really. When I actually examined the overall nutrition data, I was floored! So deficient in so many areas! Now, thanks to Google info and then shopping at Trader Joe's, I'm rockin'! Many days I'm adding here and there to get to my 1200 (today didn't count--special event). If you're able to view my diary, have a look at what I'm eating now vs. what it was around May 8th. I'm eating ALL DAY LONG! And I'm meeting my body's needs without vitamin supplements!

In a nutshell, try to get away from processed things and look for unprocessed things: fruits, nuts, and veggies! Before, I was having a quesadilla for lunch. Done with it in a couple of minutes. Still hungry. Now: I have a steamed potato with soy cheese (and salsa), which takes a much longer time to eat, is much more satisfying, and is much better for me!

My tips: frozen grapes, blueberries, or yogurt drops. Can't mow through them like chips. Hand-to-mouth satisfied. Appetite satisfied. Also, regarding salad dressing, you need less than you think you do. Take your lettuce and put it in a large mixing bowl and then mix in only 1 TBSP instead of 2. You'll be surprised. Be well!

NoAdditives

I never complete my daily food diary becaise it seems that I go over my caloric intake everyday and it annoys me. I have only eaten twice today and Ive pretty much reached the limit. Its only 5 pm and I know I will eat again and probably have a few cocktails, so am I going to lose weight with such a pattern? I am working out but only about twice a week, which I know is not enough. But as far as my caloric intake...I need more!!!!! Thoughts?

Do you have a Trader Joe's nearby? Yes, eating salads and fresh whole foods is more expensive than eating Del Taco but in the long run, you'll end up paying one way or another!

I've just completed my third full week of MFP. Started out just counting calories, starving myself, really. When I actually examined the overall nutrition data, I was floored! So deficient in so many areas! Now, thanks to Google info and then shopping at Trader Joe's, I'm rockin'! Many days I'm adding here and there to get to my 1200 (today didn't count--special event). If you're able to view my diary, have a look at what I'm eating now vs. what it was around May 8th. I'm eating ALL DAY LONG! And I'm meeting my body's needs without vitamin supplements!

In a nutshell, try to get away from processed things and look for unprocessed things: fruits, nuts, and veggies! Before, I was having a quesadilla for lunch. Done with it in a couple of minutes. Still hungry. Now: I have a steamed potato with soy cheese (and salsa), which takes a much longer time to eat, is much more satisfying, and is much better for me!

My tips: frozen grapes, blueberries, or yogurt drops. Can't mow through them like chips. Hand-to-mouth satisfied. Appetite satisfied. Also, regarding salad dressing, you need less than you think you do. Take your lettuce and put it in a large mixing bowl and then mix in only 1 TBSP instead of 2. You'll be surprised. Be well!

I agree, Trader Joe's is amazing. And actually, eating healthy food made at home is way, way cheaper than fast food. I feed my family for less than $2 a meal per person. Can't do that any other way.