Can i eat anything as long as I stay under calorie goal?!?!

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  • Juliejustsaying
    Juliejustsaying Posts: 2,332 Member
    From a very simplistic view it is calories in and calories out..but that really isn't true on the grand scheme. Your body metabolizes/burns carbs/fat/protein in different ways. Simple carbs versus complexed are used and stored differently. Protein is needed to build muscle...etc. You could eat nothing but chocolate for your calories...you're body will stall, not receiving proper nutrition.

    So if your goal is to be lean and healthy eating a big mac or two every day is counter productive to that goal.

    However, once in a while, once a week...eh if it keeps you motivated the rest of the week..go for it. I'm a chocoholic...I know it..everyone knows it. I have to have a bit of chocolate every now and again...I build it in..and know it will help me reach my goals by making me feel like I"m living life...and not go off on a bender...

    moderation is really the key.
  • teamAmelia
    teamAmelia Posts: 1,247 Member
    Ha. It's funny that you mentioned McD bc that's what I was going to reference when I saw your title. Did you see Supersize Me? That made me not want to eat McD so much? The food I eat, like cheeseburgers and sausage biscuits, are technically all under 400 calories and I could live on those, but seriously, that would not be good.
  • painter2007
    painter2007 Posts: 1
    Yes, I do. It is what keeps me sane. At 59 YO, this is my first ever weight loss attempt. The balance always has to be the cost of the item versus the value. For example, for my sweet tooth, York mini peppermint patties are a great treat for 150 calories, but 2 cookies at 130 are not. Also be sure to keep the healthy part in balance (fruits, veggies, etc).
  • invincible_summer
    invincible_summer Posts: 35
    I've been a strict vegan for 8 years, but I don't think one burger will hurt your diet too much. Check the saturated fat though.

    Try to stick to vegetables and wholemeal for the rest of the day so you won't feel too hungry.
  • MzzFaith
    MzzFaith Posts: 337 Member
    I have the clueless idea
  • bobbystrongarm
    bobbystrongarm Posts: 72
    I haven't read the whole thread, but there is a whole community of people who abide by a similar mindset.

    http://iifym.com/

    If it Fits Your Macros

    However they practice this a bit stricter than just calories in and out. They still set ratios or goals for protein, carbs, and fats. Also most of these guys are either more experienced strength trainers or body builders, eat metric tons of food, and have a lot of muscle to burn through a ton of calories. Basically what I got from reading into the program is just a more relaxed way of meeting your diet and primary macros. They'll eat fast food, enjoy going to restaurants, and not worry so much about every last food they eating being a "health food". However, this involves you having a very good idea of tacking calories, making smart decisions while eating out, and going out of your way to come up with clever ways to hit your macros. It isn't simply eat whatever you want.

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