1000 calories a day!
LeslieW80
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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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what was the reasong. thats low i net 1000 but thats only because i burn 600 on a average day0
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Get a new doctor.0
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Get a new doctor.
yup0 -
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.0 -
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.0 -
That is pretty low for your calories intake for the day!!0
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I say get a nutrisitonest to look over what your eating a d tweek it.0
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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.1
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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.0 -
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.0
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Why would a doctor do that? That will put your body into starvation mode and actually SLOW your metabolism!0
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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.0
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Lol @ everyone who thinks they know more than your doctor0
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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.0
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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....0 -
I would start by eating the dr.0
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Why were you put on this diet?0
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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:
Sits back & waits patiently for reaction #2. :bigsmile:0 -
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?0 -
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.0 -
Lol @ everyone who thinks they know more than your doctor
seems to be a recurring theme around here0 -
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 me0
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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.0
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Just to lose weight I have about 90 pounds to lose0
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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. (:0 -
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.).0 -
wow 1000.... That's low..unless you're a smurf kidding.
Low fat, lots of water (lots), lean protein, veggies.0 -
I would start by eating the dr.
HAHA.0 -
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 ;-)0 -
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).0
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