Basal Metabolic Rate

Desirae42

Anyone had their BMR checked? I am a 2 1/2 years post gastric bypass patient who got to a healthy weight then had second child and also had a second back surgery and thus gained back 25-30 pounds that I am trying to lose. My bariatric doctor just checked my BMR a couple weeks ago and said that my metobolic rate was a little higher than normal so I needed to take in 1580-1930 calories a day in order to lose weight. I was only taking in around 1200 on average before. Now I am actually having trouble eating healthy and eating enough to get in this many calories ( I am aiming for 1650-1700). Anyone else have these issues?

AmyRhubarb

My BMR is around 1400, my daily goal is 1800 and I have no problem hitting that number every day. :bigsmile:

If getting the calories in is difficult for you, eat more calorie dense foods, like nuts, nut butters, avocado, use olive or coconut oil in cooking - small portions of these foods pack some good healthy calories that will have your numbers up in no time.