I need eating/nutrition advice

onegoalB
onegoalB Posts: 9 Member
in Food and Nutrition
So here is the dilemma: I don't really need to lose weight, just need to get a bit leaner. I was a former athlete so I was eating 3000-4000 calories a day. Now I am still extremely active, but since I am getting older I need to find a way to eat healthier. I am just really awful at it and a lot needs to change. Anyone know where I should start?

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  • neanderthin
    neanderthin Posts: 10,264 Member
    Getting older and your 18......nice problem to have. Anyway, healthier, meaning? Try more natural foods and less eating out. Cook more at home if you do cook and if not, start.
  • IronSmasher
    IronSmasher Posts: 3,908 Member
    Trim your portion sizes.
  • onegoalB
    onegoalB Posts: 9 Member
    haha yeah and I lift a fair amount for a girl so I take protein. I guess I should probably learn how to cook... -_-
  • Iknewyouweretrouble
    Iknewyouweretrouble Posts: 561 Member
    Bump! I'm learning too :o)
  • onegoalB
    onegoalB Posts: 9 Member
    haha i can make chicken breast and salads. That's about it lol!
  • bcattoes
    bcattoes Posts: 17,299 Member
    haha i can make chicken breast and salads. That's about it lol!

    Get a good cookbook that emphasizes healthy eating. And read this:

    http://www.hsph.harvard.edu/nutritionsource/
  • PhilyPhresh
    PhilyPhresh Posts: 600 Member
    eggs and chicken and eggs and chicken and eggs and ice cream and eggs and chicken.... what, did I mess up?
  • ettennette
    ettennette Posts: 14
    you can eat foods rich in fiber, it helps you maintain weight. and also, still do some exercise regularly to for your muscular and cardiovascular endurance and also helps your circulatory system function well. always put in mind that you avoid bad vices and stick to nutritious foods listed for good health. Source: http://www.top-5-diets.info/

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