Have you changed the food you eat or the way you eat??

Guamybear

I haven't changed my food as much as I have changed the way I eat. I am a foodie and just can't handle the thought of not eating what I want to eat so I have decided to change my eating habits.

I don't have seconds, I try to eat more veggies with each meal and just have smaller portions and healthier snacks. I also don't deny myself...If I want the candy bar or movie popcorn I eat it (sometimes my control sucks and I eat more) but at least I didn't binge.

I probably would lose weight faster if I ate differently but I wanted to be able to eat all the food I love without any major cravings and binging...

Since June and this includes a serious case of Plantars fascitiis where I couldn't walk at all and hernia surgery so had no exercise at all for 2 months I have managed to lose between 15-20lbs.. The exact amount is not known since we changed scales midway and they gave different readings..

For the last month, I have been lifting weights 3-5x a week and Zumba 4-5 a week hoping to lose more...

mtbke5

I have done a little of both. Depending on what I am in the mood for I might make/order it as is and just have a smaller portion or I might alter it slightly to make it healthier but still get the fix that I am looking for.

Everything in moderation!

SideSteel

Congrats!

I've changed my net intake, and while I haven't eliminated any foods that I enjoy, I don't eat calorically dense food as frequently as I used to. So I'll still go to 5-Guys and hammer down a bacon double or two, but not every few days

I probably would lose weight faster if I ate differently

The nice part is, given equal calorie and macro intake, you wouldn't lose it any faster.

Your current method will hopefully give you better adherence.

GOod luck!

rompers16

Sun thru Fri I try to eat as healthy as possible although I struggle with too many carbs. On Saturdays, I eat what I want, but don't go crazy.

chelovik

Congrats!

I've changed my net intake, and while I haven't eliminated any foods that I enjoy, I don't eat calorically dense food as frequently as I used to. So I'll still go to 5-Guys and hammer down a bacon double or two, but not every few days

I probably would lose weight faster if I ate differently

The nice part is, given equal calorie and macro intake, you wouldn't lose it any faster.

Your current method will hopefully give you better adherence.

GOod luck!

Guamybear

Thanks Sidesteel...I could never do those diet shakes or meals cause once I lose the weight, I would go back to my normal food.. at least, this way I am learning to eat differently the foods I love..

Fitness_withsarah

Hi !

I like your method of eating ! It's true portion control is so important ! Since the beginning of my journey I have changed what I eat; more veggies, more salad, less processed food, less meat and diary. Then recently I have changed how I eat; smaller portions its good to change up your eating and always try to improve ! good job !

Sarah

chelovik

I tend to avoid trigger foods for me, only on the 90 min cheat meal I allow myself every few weeks

TheCaren

I haven't changed my food as much as I have changed the way I eat. I am a foodie and just can't handle the thought of not eating what I want to eat so I have decided to change my eating habits.

I don't have seconds, I try to eat more veggies with each meal and just have smaller portions and healthier snacks. I also don't deny myself...If I want the candy bar or movie popcorn I eat it (sometimes my control sucks and I eat more) but at least I didn't binge.

I probably would lose weight faster if I ate differently but I wanted to be able to eat all the food I love without any major cravings and binging...

Since June and this includes a serious case of Plantars fascitiis where I couldn't walk at all and hernia surgery so had no exercise at all for 2 months I have managed to lose between 15-20lbs.. The exact amount is not known since we changed scales midway and they gave different readings..

For the last month, I have been lifting weights 3-5x a week and Zumba 4-5 a week hoping to lose more...

I see this as more sustainable for a lifetime than radical changes cutting out all your favorite foods. But that's just me.

TheCaren

I tend to avoid trigger foods for me, only on the 90 min cheat meal I allow myself every few weeks

I am also avoiding trigger foods. Hoping at some point to re-add them when I can eat them like a "normal" person and they don't lead to a binge.

pastryari

Pretty much both for me.

I eat better portions and don't stuff it in until I hate myself or can't move anymore.

But I also have changed the foods I eat. I became more open and willing to try things that I originally had turned my nose up at. Such as veggies and found a way to cook them in a way that I liked them.

I eat a lot less fast food now but I still have it on occasion. It's all about finding a balance.

MsNewBooty83

i didnt change a damn thing until april of this year and lost most all of my weight theu exercise alone. im starting to slck on the good eating habits, find that i can easily maintain at this point.

Siege_Tank

I have changed what I eat a lot. Most of what I ate before September was carbs, carbs, bread, more carbs, and fried carbs, with some fat. The only protein I ate came from meat.

My diet has changed substantially. I have chosen foods that I love that fit my dietary guidelines, and have just adapted my diet to only eat those things that I like that fit my plan.

I eat mostly protein and fat, with a few of my calories coming from carbs. The thing is calories. So long as I stay under my calorie goals, I could eat anything I want. I've just chosen a low carb way to do it, since that is my weakness, and it helps take fat off a little faster. If I so much as nibble on a french fry, the plate will be in mah tummeh, and I'll be ordering more. They're like.. pringles.

lisadlocks

I have changed the foods that I eat. I eat Vegatables in large quantities now and in a variety of colors. I eat very few fruits. NO SODA. Lean meats and fish. No fried foods except on occassion. Very little pasta, rice and potatoes or cheese/dairy. I eat sweet potatoes. Lots of beans and high fiber grains. I eat 1/3 of the carbs that I used to over consume on a daily basis. When I eat the foods I used to eat, I binge (i.e. go crazy) and gain weight. I have not figured out the formula of moderation for ice cream, cookies, cakes, cupcakes, pies, potato chips, french fries, soda, cheese etc. You get the picture.

Guamybear

I haven't changed my food as much as I have changed the way I eat. I am a foodie and just can't handle the thought of not eating what I want to eat so I have decided to change my eating habits.

I don't have seconds, I try to eat more veggies with each meal and just have smaller portions and healthier snacks. I also don't deny myself...If I want the candy bar or movie popcorn I eat it (sometimes my control sucks and I eat more) but at least I didn't binge.

I probably would lose weight faster if I ate differently but I wanted to be able to eat all the food I love without any major cravings and binging...

Since June and this includes a serious case of Plantars fascitiis where I couldn't walk at all and hernia surgery so had no exercise at all for 2 months I have managed to lose between 15-20lbs.. The exact amount is not known since we changed scales midway and they gave different readings..

For the last month, I have been lifting weights 3-5x a week and Zumba 4-5 a week hoping to lose more...

I see this as more sustainable for a lifetime than radical changes cutting out all your favorite foods. But that's just me.

I think that is what I had in my mind when I started this. I have tried many diets over the years and have decided to do it right this time..

Chief_Rocka

I haven't really eliminated anything, but I some things I don't eat just because I don't think it's worth the calories. Non-diet soda is an example.

krickeyuu

Also a foodie and I love wine so I could not even concieve of cutting out Friday night dinner out and wine. I have lowered my consumption of processed food mostly due to trying to lower my sodium consumption. But...I eat what I want. Usually go over a lot on Friday because that is my "cheat" day. I have also started paying some attention to my macros and trying to eat more protein. It is a slow way to lose, but much more sustainable IMO.

stines72

i have changed the food i eat and the way i eat. i now eat on a schedule!

elisa123gal

I've lost weight before changing my eating habits using the six week body makeover. No processed foods, zero sodium, 100 ounces of water a day.. and six small meals a day with all the vegetables you want and two ounces of lean protein. I lost weight and it was great. But.. it burned me out. I honestly can't wrap my head around having to do it again.

I agree with the original posters method. I want to eat my calories for the day, exercise..and make it work with the foods I enjoy so I can live my life.

Yes, I loved being 30 pounds thinner..but I had to eat every 2.5 hours..very hard to have a normal life.. and I had to pack my food and cart it around with me. It was no way to live. This time I going to count calories and exercise so I can eat more. because I love to eat..that's how I got into this mess.

MinnieInMaine

Mostly the way I eat but sort of a combo. I still eat pizza but instead of sharing a large loaded with Hubs, I get my own small pizza and only get veg toppings. I still eat chocolate just about every day but I try not to if my calories don't allow for the treat. I still make most of the same kinds of things for dinner but I use leaner meats, more veg and less pasta. And I try to plan and prepare my food as much as I can - less expensive and helps avoid temptations.

clarkeje1

Both. I've made changes slowly and don't deprive myself if I really want something and can make it fit into my calorie allowance but I've been gradually learning how to eat more fresh foods.

AllonsYtotheTardis

For me, a lot of it has been smaller changes adding up to results. For example - we still have tacos, because the kids love them. I just make them with leaner beef, don't pile on tons of cheese (just enough for a taste), don't go overboard with sour cream (again, just enough to satisfy)... etc.

I've taken some of our other fav recipes and made them healthier, I make sure I serve more veggies, etc. It all adds up, and you don't have to feel like you're missing your favorite foods.

Lesa_Sass

Yes, I have changed, a little at a time, over the past 5 years, the foods I eat. Now in saying that, occasionally I do drink a soda (non diet) and will eat a candy bar and pretty much what ever I want, the thing is, what I want these days are totally different than what I used to want.

I try to eat foods as close to their natural state as possible. I have an auto immune disease and I can honestly tell the difference in my pain levels when I eat whole, fresh anti inflammatory foods as opposed to processed crap. Dont get me wrong, there are days that processed crap is going to happen, but my preference is locally grown produce and organic meat, on the days I eat meat.

With this change in lifestyle, I am now a size 2, 5 years ago I was a 10. Baby steps has allowed me to enjoy this lifestyle, being thin is just a side effect of it.

ClementineGeorg

Mostly I have changed the way I eat, meaning portion size.
I actually have eaten quite healthy (not totally) before, but my problem was not stopping in time (meaning calorie goal).

mamasmaltz3

I am the same. I hate diets. I've done low-carb, low-fat, extremely low calorie and on all of these I have lost a bunch of weight fast, but I couldn't stick to them. This time I am losing more slowly than I ever have but, I don't feel deprived. I work my butt off too. Hopefully someday that statement will be literal. I have been known to do an extra workout at 10 pm because I splurged more than I should have but, then I feel no guilt over my splurge. I'm tired and too old to be beating myself up over everything that goes in my mouth. I cook most of my meals from scratch. I use olive oil and butter and nothing I can't pronounce. I like protein because it tastes good and it keeps me satiated and I like my fruits and veggies cause they taste good and I get my vitamins. I am not scared of carbs. I try to eat whole grains when I have them i.e. whole wheat bread, brown rice, barley (great in my homemade vege beef soup), whole wheat pasta...I choose to eat lower portions of grains because they are relatively high in calories but I don't feel guilty about eating them. I still eat (gasp) chocolate and ice cream, pizza, and anything else I want. But, guess what? When I have them I don't feel the need to binge. I can buy a dove dark chocolate bar and be satisfied with eating 4 squares of it and save the other eight for another time. It is a wonderful feeling of freedom!

JesterMFP

Mostly the way I eat, and that's not even a dramatic change. I'm basically just much more aware of what I'm eating (to the point of obsession sometimes), and weigh and measure everything. I pay attention to my calorie/macro goals and that has the knock-on effect that I no longer regularly eat more than I need. I still consider myself an emotional eater, but MFP helps me keep that under control.

I haven't cut any food out. The only food I think I've stopped eating is low-fat mayo; I just don't like the taste any more. I do eat a wider variety of food though, so in that way, I've changed some of the food I eat. I eat a lot more veggies and protein than I used to. Even though I still eat pretty much what I like, and plenty of what people might call "crap", the balance of my overall diet has shifted in favour of "healthy", unprocessed, nutritious foods.

Dark_Roast

Both. I eat WAY less than I used to and healthier. More protein and less crap food (ie. donuts and brownies) I think about what I eat, and some things aren't worth eating. Moderation, moderation, moderation!

Oh, and I still drink wine, can't forget that!

sarahcuddle

I've had to change some of the food I eat because before I ate way too many sweet foods and snacks. I am still allowing myself these foods but much less and much less often. Also I love to cook so I can adapt recipes to make them healthier.

Linli_Anne

I changed a bit of both.

The food I eat hasn't changed drastically - but I have made some modifications, like in baking, I have been replacing the oil/fats with applesauce and so far I've found that it isn't making it seem like "diet" food, it still tastes real to me.

In terms of the way I eat, I'm trying to be really mindful of my portions - I am pretty good at eyeballing my servings from a crazy fad diet I was on years ago, but I still go back to measuring every so often to keep myself honest - I find I actualy tend to be on the smaller/lower end of a serving rather than going over.

Having said that, if I'm hungry, I'll eat - so, sometimes I do have a second helping, or and extra snack, but this is about my life not a short-term goal of a number.