What diet plan are you on?

iorahkwano · November 2012

I am female, 5'7" and currently 140lbs (A healthy weight for my height, but I want to tone up & lose more fat)

I try to avoid starchy carbs (Bread, cereal, pasta, etc.) and aim to eat 1500 calories or less per day. I go up to 2000 calories sometimes so it's not super calorie-strict. I know those carbs I listed are healthy, but I believe that because of my ethnicity and body-type, that I am carb-sensitive. A college gym class made me realize 75% of my diet was grains and the rest was dairy/meat. I had a serious carb addiction, and when I cut them out I realized I felt better! My stomach was less bloated all day and I didn't feel tired or weighed down after eating. When I do start eating starchy carbs again, it turns into a downward spiral and I end up craving all kinds of sweets like jam, ice cream, chocolate, cookies, maple syrup, etc. Cutting out those grains also encourages me to fill up on fruits/veggies in their absence.

I allow myself to indulge occasionally (Eating at a fancy restaurant, ordering takeout or having some drinks) and when I do I try to compensate for it by working out and eating less either before the indulging or the day after. Drink green tea and oolong tea. I guess I eat healthy 80% of the time and indulge 20% of the time, but it's a balance that makes me feel satisfied.

kazzsjourney · November 2012

I am female, 5'7" and currently 140lbs (A healthy weight for my height, but I want to tone up & lose more fat)

I try to avoid starchy carbs (Bread, cereal, pasta, etc.) and aim to eat 1500 calories or less per day. I go up to 2000 calories sometimes so it's not super calorie-strict. I know those carbs I listed are healthy, but I believe that because of my ethnicity and body-type, that I am carb-sensitive. A college gym class made me realize 75% of my diet was grains and the rest was dairy/meat. I had a serious carb addiction, and when I cut them out I realized I felt better! My stomach was less bloated all day and I didn't feel tired or weighed down after eating. When I do start eating starchy carbs again, it turns into a downward spiral and I end up craving all kinds of sweets like jam, ice cream, chocolate, cookies, maple syrup, etc. Cutting out those grains also encourages me to fill up on fruits/veggies in their absence.

I allow myself to indulge occasionally (Eating at a fancy restaurant, ordering takeout or having some drinks) and when I do I try to compensate for it by working out and eating less either before the indulging or the day after. Drink green tea and oolong tea. I guess I eat healthy 80% of the time and indulge 20% of the time, but it's a balance that makes me feel satisfied.

Im the same as you...the cravings are insane when eating grains. That said...as long as you meet all your macros why would it not be healthy? I eat plenty of carbs (averages between 100-150 grams per day) thru my fruit and vegetables. I feel much better for cutting them out...i eat 2050 cals a day (im not trying lose "scale weight" but simply fat loss and build muscle) so my eating is not unhealthy

katevarner · November 2012

Hi, I'm new to MFP & I'm confused too as;

MFP keeps saying Im not eating enouth.
The program suggested an amount of calories to eat a day. If I even eat slightly less or even more (like 35 calories) it says I'm not eating enough. Also, eating the suggested amount, it says I'll gain 7 pds in 5 weeks!!! What gives? Please

I'm so confused

Can't help much since your diary is closed, but are you eating your exercise calories back? Sounds like you are burning more than anticipated and MFP thinks you should eat more. It tells me I will gain, too, but I have mine set to gain because I'm in maintenance and MFP won't give me enough calories to maintain, I think because it doesn't take body fat into account.

Feel free to message me if you don't want to open your diary.

racingred24 · November 2012

I am following a high protein/low carb plan, through the Lindora Clinic. my program ends in 3 weeks, then i plan on going back to having 1200 calories a day/tracking. i find that tracking works, and i've learned alot about food choices on my Lindora program, so i will incorporate that into my new plan and stick to low carb. And no beer

iorahkwano · November 2012

Good, I'm not alone

What are you doing, exercise-wise?

veggieluver2 · November 2012

I don't consider it a "diet." It's just a way of life. Eat right, exercise. Period.

AllonsYtotheTardis · November 2012

eating more appropriate portions, choosing better quality foods, getting some exercise. Seems to be working!

iorahkwano · November 2012

Good, I'm not alone

What are you doing, exercise-wise?

Diharp · November 2012

Count those calories, and Get Moving.. lost 7 lbs in 4 weeks. 20 to 45 min. exercise everyday, Mon. thru Fri. Weekends off. More 30 min.Green smoothies every morning. That is the only way I can get my vitamin k and greens in my diet. greensmoothies.com.

kayduro · November 2012

Eat Less, Move More

83# lost in 11.5 months

^^this^^. It's a novel idea but it really works! It's the only plan that permits eating whatever you want until you are satisfied! And the MOST amazing thing is that it is free!! Not many people know about it which is a shame. It has not been promoted on TV at all like all the other diets.

HypersonicFitNess · November 2012

Low Glycemic and I try to get 50%-75% raw vegetables/fruits daily (when I don't like around now...Thanksgiving; I feel awful). BTW - I've been on the "diet" for going on 5 years. I lost 35 lbs in 6 months and have kept it off....had a little slip up in 2011 when I wasn't following my "plan" but I've taken it back off.

momofthreesons · November 2012

I'm not on a diet. I doing the whole lifestyle change. I've been doing MFP since April. It's taught me how much I need to eat to lose and maintain. I eat the calories I need to live/ exercise for health and toning. I'm almost at goal. There are no quick fixes.