ok I'm going to listen to you now but please help

Laurie1267

So many of you advocate to eat all your calories and eat back your exercise calories so I'm going to try. I'm on 1200 per day but I find eating lean protein, fruit, veggies and low carb foods that I currently eat is a lot of food and I don't usually make it to 1200. Should I eat less desirable foods just to get to the 1200-1500?

Thanks, I'll try what you recommend to get the weight loss going again!

callikia

Nope. Best way to do it that I've found is to add back in some healthy fats. Calorie dense but HEALTHY foods like almonds or nut butters.

LadyIntrepid

But there are so many desirable foods that are yummy! Peanut butter, nuts of all kinds, avocados, come to mind.

LoraF83

Healthy fats - olive oil, sunflower oil, etc.

Also - nuts and nut butters are great (I personally LOVE Emerald Cocoa Roast Almonds)

Full-fat dairy - cheese, sour cream, etc.

And carbs aren't always the enemy - they provide great energy. Sweet potatoes, brown rice, whole grain bread, whole grain pasta.

teez52

Most of us will be able to eat whatever we want and still lose weight as long as we're on a calorie deficit. I wouldn't recommend eating less then 1200 calories, not really all that good for you. I would try to add in some carbs (I know, how dare I recommend carbs!) and like others have said, healthy fats.

rose313

Eggs, milk, yogurt, cheese, nuts, peanut butter, avocado, whole wheat bread, almonds, oatmeal, high fiber cereals, lean meats like chicken and turkey, mixed nuts with raisins, extra lean beef, all these foods will increase your calorie intake but still leave you with moderately low carbs and high protein. Good luck

Di3012

So many of you advocate to eat all your calories and eat back your exercise calories so I'm going to try. I'm on 1200 per day but I find eating lean protein, fruit, veggies and low carb foods that I currently eat is a lot of food and I don't usually make it to 1200. Should I eat less desirable foods just to get to the 1200-1500?

Thanks, I'll try what you recommend to get the weight loss going again!

No, you should definitely not revert to eating rubbishy foods just to pack in extra calories.

Have you lost 22lbs since joining MFP in June 2012 or had you lost some before that? If you have lost that 22lbs since joining here, that is an excellent weightloss and I am wondering why on earth you are trying to change it!

Laurie1267

So many of you advocate to eat all your calories and eat back your exercise calories so I'm going to try. I'm on 1200 per day but I find eating lean protein, fruit, veggies and low carb foods that I currently eat is a lot of food and I don't usually make it to 1200. Should I eat less desirable foods just to get to the 1200-1500?

Thanks, I'll try what you recommend to get the weight loss going again!

No, you should definitely not revert to eating rubbishy foods just to pack in extra calories.

Have you lost 22lbs since joining MFP in June 2012 or had you lost some before that? If you have lost that 22lbs since joining here, that is an excellent weightloss and I am wondering why on earth you are trying to change it!

omma_to_3

Nope. Best way to do it that I've found is to add back in some healthy fats. Calorie dense but HEALTHY foods like almonds or nut butters.

That. Plus avacado, olive oils, balsalmic dressing, etc.

Laurie1267

Yes, I have lost 22 pounds since starting MFP in June, but for the last week and a half - nothing! I keep reading things about putting your body in starvation mode and I'm getting a little concerned that maybe I should be eating more.

DPernet

Can't see your diary, so can't comment. But here are some high calorie foods you could add in to your meal plans somewhere

Fats

Olives
Avocado
Butter
Olive Oil
Cream cheese
Sour cream

Carbs

Grape nuts
Granola
Granola bars
Organic food bars
(You get the picture...BARS!)
Shredded wheat
Tortillas
Grainy breads
Bagels
Crackers
Seeded crispbread
Bananas
Grapes
Dried fruits
Brown Rice
Oatmeal
Barley
Quinoa
Yams
Sweet Potato
Potatoes/natural chips
Fritos/tortilla chips
Sesame sticks
Corn nuts
Peas
Corn
Beans/Refried beans
Chestnuts
Mollasses
Honey
Maple Syrup
Raw cane sugar
All-fruit jellies


Proteins

Beans/Refried beans
Hummus
Salmon
Tuna
Sardines
Chicken
Red meat
Full-fat tofu
Whole eggs
Cheese
Greek/Whole milk yogurt
Protein Powders

Drinks

Whole milk
Fruit Juice
Vegetable juice

Laurie1267

Thank you all! I'll open up my food diary for you.

LoraF83

Yes, I have lost 22 pounds since starting MFP in June, but for the last week and a half - nothing! I keep reading things about putting your body in starvation mode and I'm getting a little concerned that maybe I should be eating more.

I don't think you need to worry about starvation mode, but 1200 calories is pretty low. There are a lot of people on here who have found that to be unsustainable (myself included); however there are those who find 1200 a comfortable place and don't want to go above it.

22lbs since starting in June is great - be aware that your numbers will slow down the closer you get to your goal. If you have a lot to lsoe in the beginning, it can come off really fast. The last few pounds are always the hardest. Just remember that weight loss isn't linear - you won't always lose the same amount every week.

If you are interested in upping your calories, search the topic "Eat more, weigh less" for info. Good luck!

callikia

Nope. Best way to do it that I've found is to add back in some healthy fats. Calorie dense but HEALTHY foods like almonds or nut butters.

That. Plus avacado, olive oils, balsalmic dressing, etc.

*nods*
And if you do dairy, don't be afraid of doing some of the full-fat stuff.

bcattoes

Just up your fat intake a little, but do it with healthy fats. If you like peanut butter, eat it. You will see your calories shoot right up!

Add a little olive oil to your dishes, Or add avacado, nuts, or seeds to your salads. Nuts and seeds are great in stir fry too! Fat has more than twice the calories per volume of carbs and protein and your body needs healthy fats. It's great for skin and hair too!

DPernet

The complication is your Gastric Bypass. Probably not a bad idea to ask your Doctor what they recommend as well. If you physically can't fit any more food in, then I think the only option might be to swap up to some full versions of what you're eating now. Whole milk instead of Skim etc etc. See what the Doc says