1000 calories a day!

LeslieW80
LeslieW80 Posts: 6
in Health and Weight Loss
My doctor put me on a 1000 calorie a day diet and I'm having a hard time finding meals to eat. Does anyone have any suggestions
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  • Madelinew22
    Madelinew22 Posts: 289
    what was the reasong. thats low i net 1000 but thats only because i burn 600 on a average day
  • ihateroses
    ihateroses Posts: 893 Member
    Get a new doctor.
  • Madelinew22
    Madelinew22 Posts: 289
    Get a new doctor.

    yup
  • elyelyse
    elyelyse Posts: 1,454 Member
    i don't have any suggestions that aren't obvious (chicken breast and veggies, for example) but...

    You may want to add to your profile that the 1000 calories a day was prescribed by your doctor. Because it is so low, some people around here are likely to get their panties in a bunch over it! Of course that's up to you, but it might save you some hassle.
  • deadheadcheri
    deadheadcheri Posts: 15
    Get a new doctor. Seriously....you cannot maintain after losing at 1000 calories a day. Find your BMR and eat that each day and find an exercise you can do every day.

    And GET A NEW DOCTOR.
  • susanfisher
    susanfisher Posts: 62 Member
    That is pretty low for your calories intake for the day!!
  • krazyforyou
    krazyforyou Posts: 1,428 Member
    I say get a nutrisitonest to look over what your eating a d tweek it.
  • elyelyse
    elyelyse Posts: 1,454 Member
    those of you who suggest getting a new doctor.. are you aware that patients pre- and post- bariatric surgery are put on extremely restrictive diets? Now of course, I have no idea if that is the case with the OP but, you never know what the story is.
  • WickedBean
    WickedBean Posts: 244 Member
    Get a new doctor.

    yup

    Perhaps there is a reason, I know my Dr. has done that before and gradually increased the amount of food eating.. of course mine was due to some health issues I was having at the time but there could be a really valid reason for it.
  • Nerdy_Rose
    Nerdy_Rose Posts: 1,277 Member
    I agree that you should see a nutritionist and go over what you're currently eating, they can help you adjust it in order to make sure you're getting proper nutrients for your body.
  • sunrunner68
    sunrunner68 Posts: 1
    Why would a doctor do that? That will put your body into starvation mode and actually SLOW your metabolism!
  • Irish_eyes75
    Irish_eyes75 Posts: 475
    Why? Are you about to have surgery or have you already had it? I'm really trying to understand why a doctor would promote this.
  • etherealdoll
    etherealdoll Posts: 25
    Lol @ everyone who thinks they know more than your doctor
  • owndbycatz
    owndbycatz Posts: 90 Member
    The challenge with low calorie intake is: (1) not feeling hungry and (2) getting adequate nutrition. Go for bulk that is highly nutritious (like lots of fruit and veggies) + lean proteins. This will keep you within your calorie intake but you won't be hungry and you're more likely to get the nutrients you need. Try making big salads and add tuna, chicken breast, etc. Just watch out on your salads about adding the calories with dressing. Personally, I've learned to enjoy my salads with just plain (not seasoned) rice vinegar. Sometimes I make a dressing of rice vinegar, dijon mustard, garlic and spices.
  • JBott84
    JBott84 Posts: 268 Member
    Why would a doctor do that? That will put your body into starvation mode and actually SLOW your metabolism!

    OMG now you did it - please don't go there :frown: (starvation mode) lmao - you've been warned hahaha :bigsmile: j/k but really I don't know if I would check in to see the reaction to that comment....
  • mdbs2004
    mdbs2004 Posts: 220 Member
    I would start by eating the dr.
  • rhonniema
    rhonniema Posts: 522 Member
    Why were you put on this diet?
  • Kasya007
    Kasya007 Posts: 165 Member
    Why would a doctor do that? That will put your body into starvation mode and actually SLOW your metabolism!

    OMG now you did it - please don't go there :frown: (starvation mode) lmao - you've been warned hahaha :bigsmile: j/k but really I don't know if I would check in to see the reaction to that comment....

    Reaction #1:

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    Sits back & waits patiently for reaction #2. :bigsmile:
  • c8linmarie
    c8linmarie Posts: 358 Member
    Why would a doctor do that? That will put your body into starvation mode and actually SLOW your metabolism!

    OMG now you did it - please don't go there :frown: (starvation mode) lmao - you've been warned hahaha :bigsmile: j/k but really I don't know if I would check in to see the reaction to that comment....

    Is this where I reach for the popcorn and wait for the fireworks to begin?
  • EDesq
    EDesq Posts: 1,527 Member
    TRUTH! OK, you CAN eat 1000 cals per day and Lose a LOT of weight IF you can STICK TO IT! Find the reasoning behind your doctor's choice; You might decide that you need a Nutritionist if it is ONLY weight you need to lose and NOTHING ELSE IS INVOLVED.

    What a LOT of these people on MFP DO NOT GET is that some people MUST lose weight QUICKLY for OTHER MEDICAL REASONS. Most of THESE people are soooo Superficial that they think Everyone is trying to lose weight to fit into a size 0 or look good in a swim suit. I venture to say MOST people are trying to lose weight for some type of Medical Reason. I have been there and stuck to 1000 cal and corrected My medical problem. Also, do NOT buy into all that "Starvation Mode" CRAP and all the other "Crazy" stuff you WILL hear here. If the weight loss is needed quickly for medical reasons, DO It and stick to it, correct the problem. THEN get a better eating Plan that you can STICK with For LIFE.
  • mag1c
    mag1c Posts: 36 Member
    Lol @ everyone who thinks they know more than your doctor

    seems to be a recurring theme around here
  • LeslieW80
    LeslieW80 Posts: 6
    He gave me a pamphlet of suggested foods and said to eat 1000 calories a day I have to loose about 90 pounds I am not having surgery I asked to see a nutritionist but he acted like he didn't hear me
  • sasaroo
    sasaroo Posts: 6 Member
    Load up your meals with free vegetables! THat made all the difference for me. The Jenny Craig program calls it "Volumizing" Google that for more information. You can fill up on lo cal, high volume foods.
  • LeslieW80
    LeslieW80 Posts: 6
    Just to lose weight I have about 90 pounds to lose
  • CaelGomez
    CaelGomez Posts: 24
    Steamed broccoli. You can put a tiny bit of cheese on it or a tiny bit of salt for extra taste, if you'd prefer.
    Yoplait Light Yogurt with Granola.
    Lean Cuisine Frozen Meals.
    NO bread.
    NO pasta.
    Unless it's part of the Lean Cuisine meals, lol.

    Fiber One bars.
    Frosted Mini-Wheats cereal, or Cinnamon LIFE cereal. (With Silk Vanilla Soy milk OR non-fat milk).
    Tomato Soup.
    Fresh fruit.
    I plan on having another un-needed snack, but so far I am under 700cal for today!
    I've been full all day, too!
    Feel free to check out my food diary. (:
  • Nerdy_Rose
    Nerdy_Rose Posts: 1,277 Member
    He gave me a pamphlet of suggested foods and said to eat 1000 calories a day I have to loose about 90 pounds I am not having surgery I asked to see a nutritionist but he acted like he didn't hear me

    Doctors should never act like they didn't hear you. I would seek a 2nd opinion. I've had family members who almost died due to doctors instructions being incorrect, and 1,000 is very low, generally speaking, unless you have a valid medical reason to back it up (other health problems than just needing to lose weight, etc.).
  • shinkalork
    shinkalork Posts: 815 Member
    wow 1000.... That's low..unless you're a smurf :) kidding.
    Low fat, lots of water (lots), lean protein, veggies.
  • kddruckenmiller
    kddruckenmiller Posts: 114 Member
    I would start by eating the dr.

    HAHA.
  • D3vAnge1
    D3vAnge1 Posts: 104 Member
    TRUTH! OK, you CAN eat 1000 cals per day and Lose a LOT of weight IF you can STICK TO IT! Find the reasoning behind your doctor's choice; You might decide that you need a Nutritionist if it is ONLY weight you need to lose and NOTHING ELSE IS INVOLVED.

    What a LOT of these people on MFP DO NOT GET is that some people MUST lose weight QUICKLY for OTHER MEDICAL REASONS. Most of THESE people are soooo Superficial that they think Everyone is trying to lose weight to fit into a size 0 or look good in a swim suit. I venture to say MOST people are trying to lose weight for some type of Medical Reason. I have been there and stuck to 1000 cal and corrected My medical problem. Also, do NOT buy into all that "Starvation Mode" CRAP and all the other "Crazy" stuff you WILL hear here. If the weight loss is needed quickly for medical reasons, DO It and stick to it, correct the problem. THEN get a better eating Plan that you can STICK with For LIFE.

    ditto...I'm nikegyrl79 and I approve of this message.......lol ;-)
  • EDesq
    EDesq Posts: 1,527 Member
    He gave me a pamphlet of suggested foods and said to eat 1000 calories a day I have to loose about 90 pounds I am not having surgery I asked to see a nutritionist but he acted like he didn't hear me


    If there are NO Pending IMMEDIATE Reasons for your weight loss...GO To A NUTRITIONIST. That is SIMPLY a Second Opinion, just like if your doctor had said you have a cancer or something. He/she is NOT GOD and they CAN be questioned. Doctors DO NOT learn about Nutrition in Medical School...they know stuff like arteries are clogged by fat, therefore if you have clogged arteries you must be eating too much fat...ASK a Nutritionist or someone who studies nutrition and they probably will tell you something totally different. GET a Second Opinion from an EXPERT (a Nutritionist or Dietitian).

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