Rethinking my plan

skinnyone2012
skinnyone2012 Posts: 88 Member
in Health and Weight Loss
I made it to almost a full month on Paleo. Most of the time I was without cravings. But that isnt how I want to live. I thought it was. I DO want to eat healthy. I want my 2% milk. I want my healthy bread. So.....as of today....I am following a calories in/calories out plan. This CANT be that difficult. So I will have my salads, and protein but I will also allow for oatmeal in the morning and a small amount of bread with at least one fruit a day.

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  • PRMinx
    PRMinx Posts: 4,585 Member
    I will never tell anyone what diet plan they should, or shouldn't, follow (unless it looks like an ED). But, at the same time, I feel strongly that you should be able to eat all the foods you like in moderation. Paleo, Atkins, fasting, etc., is great for some people, but the restrictions would take the joy out of my life.
  • nxd10
    nxd10 Posts: 4,570 Member
    Sustainable is the answer.

    One of the nice things about the Paleo is lower carbs. You might want to still stick closer to 40-50% of the carbs than higher.

    But enjoy that good bread!
  • LoraF83
    LoraF83 Posts: 15,694 Member
    I made it to almost a full month on Paleo. Most of the time I was without cravings. But that isnt how I want to live. I thought it was. I DO want to eat healthy. I want my 2% milk. I want my healthy bread. So.....as of today....I am following a calories in/calories out plan. This CANT be that difficult. So I will have my salads, and protein but I will also allow for oatmeal in the morning and a small amount of bread with at least one fruit a day.

    Calories in, calories out. I've found it's the most sustainable plan for long term. You have to decide what works best for you, and there is nothing wrong with that!!
  • Aedrah
    Aedrah Posts: 100 Member
    I will never tell anyone what diet plan they should, or shouldn't, follow (unless it looks like an ED). But, at the same time, I feel strongly that you should be able to eat all the foods you like in moderation. Paleo, Atkins, fasting, etc., is great for some people, but the restrictions would take the joy out of my life.

    This! I personally don't believe that a labelled "diet" is always the key to success. It may help people to start, but I believe it is more of a personal choice. Calories in vs. calories out is the way to go, IMHO :)
  • AmIhealthyyet
    AmIhealthyyet Posts: 361 Member
    Hi Friend!!! Do what works for YOU!!!! No law that says trying one way to switch to another can't be done! I personally adjust mine constantly! FOR ME I have found keeping carbs below 50 day has me feeling my best but there are days when I want my burger with a really yummy bun! It is getting to know YOUR body and triggers and trying to avoid them. What works for you this week may need to be changed next week! I think we are all searching for a way to eat that doesn't control us and our ever waking thoughts! Play with things and see how they work for you, as always, message me for any supportor help you may need! You have been doing great!
  • kdiamond
    kdiamond Posts: 3,329 Member
    Paleo is too restrictive for my tastes. I just try to make 80% of my choices good ones, so the other 20% basically goes unnoticed.

    I did a Paleo challenge a year ago and I had good results with it, got my body fat where I wanted it to be, and now I added most things back in and haven't gained any weight back because I am still watching my calorie intake!
  • skinnyone2012
    skinnyone2012 Posts: 88 Member
    There are things I am sure of.
    1. I dont want to go back to sugar
    2. I dont want to go back to white flour
    3. I dont want to go back to prepared foods.

    I do want to eat healthy...this means more veggies, some fruits home made meals.

    I am going to be juicing again. I am going to be buying what I need tonight...so I will evaluate again in one month. Juice on
  • SoDamnHungry
    SoDamnHungry Posts: 6,998 Member
    Do what works for you. =)
  • caegem
    caegem Posts: 79 Member
    :noway: Psssssssst....................diets DONT work!! I have learned its a lifestyle change that works in the long term!! MFP is awesome at keeping us all encouraged and on track!! Eat whatever you want but within reason and results will happen!
  • Lipstickcherry
    Lipstickcherry Posts: 122 Member
    There are things I am sure of.
    1. I dont want to go back to sugar
    2. I dont want to go back to white flour
    3. I dont want to go back to prepared foods.

    I do want to eat healthy...this means more veggies, some fruits home made meals.

    I am going to be juicing again. I am going to be buying what I need tonight...so I will evaluate again in one month. Juice on

    If you eat a lbs of cooked veggies/raw veggies and 4 pieces/cups of fruit a day, you will be doing what I am doing (Dr. Fuhrman's plan). I have oats in the morning with fruit and nuts, plus some margarine and agave syrup. I had a cooked apple on mine this morning (zapped by the microwave since I am lazy) with that. Was sooo good.
  • danne32339
    danne32339 Posts: 155 Member
    :noway: Psssssssst....................diets DONT work!! I have learned its a lifestyle change that works in the long term!! MFP is awesome at keeping us all encouraged and on track!! Eat whatever you want but within reason and results will happen!

    I agree. Very good advice. :flowerforyou:

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