Are you EATING?!
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I am not concerned with food putting me over my calories. But I get a little obsessed with going over my macros (carbs, fats,,etc...) and some days I eat less to avoid carbs and fats, no to avoid calories,
(I think my diary is open if you're interestd. My husband took our son and me out to lunch. So there is Taco Bell on today's diary)0 -
I was going to say the same thing... Do a lot of people just go poking around random people's food diaries? This is why I have mind private.
Yes, they do. If you don't want others to see what you eat you should keep it private.
I do sometimes. To get ideas. My foods feel boring and and the same old thing often. I thought that was part of the benefit of this site... Open diaries let us find new food ideas and we can see what foods fit our numbers.0 -
I agree with you completely. I feel like such a pig when I look at some of these food logs, but then I snap back to reality and consider my health. Nutrition is extremely important to me. I feel and look my best when I have nourished my body with lots of good whole foods. While my weight loss will be much slower than most; food is one of my top three pleasures in life and I will NOT give it up. Instead, I choose to eat moderately and incorporate more exercise into my routine.0
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I wish there was a way to crack down on the Anorexia stuff on this site. Technically you can report posts and pro-ana profiles and pictures...but you can't stop people on an internet forum from hurting themselves.
Unfortunately, I think the MFP food and exercise tracking triggers exercise bulimia for some people on this site. (Where you work off almost everything you consume.)
I think it's more that they don't read directions and know nothing of how this tool works.0 -
I don't use substitutes for real food at all. I used to drink shakes and smoothies, never got anywhere with that and was always hungry. I LOVE to chew, lol. The only calories I drink are 1 cup of 1% milk occasionally with dinner and 60 calories total in my morning cup of coffee.0
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Okay, from viewing some people's diaries. I feel like no one is really eating anything nutritional or are barely eating at all. I've read so many skimpy diaries that I'm starting to believe some on you guys are on the verge of starving yourselves. Most people are eating, or in this case, drinking supplement or meal replacement drinks for breakfast, lunch or dinner, (sometimes all 3). I mean those are alright but you don't receive any real nutrients from them like you would from a REAL meal, with real vegies, meats, whole grains, etc. And I think that's crazy! Are you afraid to eat those things because it will put you over your calorie limit? Am I the only one who feels this way?
Really?0 -
I was going to say the same thing... Do a lot of people just go poking around random people's food diaries? This is why I have mind private.
Yes, they do. If you don't want others to see what you eat you should keep it private.
I do sometimes. To get ideas. My foods feel boring and and the same old thing often. I thought that was part of the benefit of this site... Open diaries let us find new food ideas and we can see what foods fit our numbers.
I wasn't suggesting that there is anything wrong with looking. Mine is also open.0 -
I haven't had much of an appetite over the past week (ulcerative colitis being a pain), but it came back with a vengeance today, and I stuffed myself silly at lunch-time.0
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When I first got here, I thought it was snobby that some people wrote "Conditions" for who they add on MFP. Stuff like "No one who eats under 1500 calories a day." But after 2 months here, I totally get it now! It drives me nuts to see that my friends are eating 700 calories a day, eat more powder/protein bars/chocolate junk than actual food, and NO veggies, fruit or meat.
Just carbs & chocolate shakes all day. Every day. What are you, a 7-year-old? Eat like a healthy adult or else I have nothing nice to comment about on your journal. I just don't have the time/energy to enlighten these people to eat real food or to go for 1200+ calories. They just make up lame reasons for why they eat like that. "I don't like veggies," "Cookie protein bars are tasty!" "I didn't go shopping yet" (But I see you had enough time and $ to buy junk...)
Diets require self-control, determination and CHANGE. You LEARN to try new foods like vegetables. If being on a diet means eating everything you want and having chocolate all day, everyone would be on a diet -___-0 -
Whose diaries are you looking at? Not to be rude at all, but there seem to be a lot of topics posted along the lines of "I'm having such a hard time eating my 1200 calories" and that kind of thing. Yes, many of those people are going to be eating much less than those of us who don't would have no problem at all eating 1200+ calories and actually think it's healthier to do so. For the record, I have no problem with people eating at or below 1200 if that is their choice; it just gets a tad irritating to hear people constantly complain that they can't reach the goal. It doesn't take rocket science to figure out that most of us are here because we had no trouble at all eating more than we should. It's also not hard to figure out what kinds of high calorie yet nutritious foods can be consumed to easily put one at their calorie goal.
All that being said, I don't often look at the food logs of others, but most of the ones I look at are very good and helpful at giving me ideas of different foods to try.
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- Your liver can only break down so much protein daily. Taking in too much can lead to liver failure in the long term.
- Starvation mode is when your body isn't getting enough calories and thinks its dying, so it actually lowers its metabolism so you burn less calories. It does this because it's trying to hold onto the little calories it does have. Then when you do eat food, your body tries to get the most out of it and stores more fat.
- Eating ONE big meal a day is hard on your organs, especially your stomach. It also tampers with your blood sugar levels to not eat for long periods of time. My aunt was a skinny fit woman her whole life, but her diet consisted of things like "Starve all day & eat an entire chocolate cake for dinner" or "Eat a big pizza, then not eat the rest of the day." Well she stayed slim, and under her calorie level but guess what - At 55 years old her stomach & colon are ruined. She's had 2 surgeries so far (That we know of).
Eat the way you were meant to eat. Your health & future depends on it. Look up symptoms of vitamin deficiencies, you may have one without knowing it.0 -
Yes, they do. If you don't want others to see what you eat you should keep it private.
I believe I said it is. But I had no idea that if I didn't, people would be snooping around it and criticizing it :huh: I use the diary for my own accountability. If I want food ideas, I usually go to sparkrecipes or a healthy food blog, not some random strangers food diary. no offense.0 -
Yes, they do. If you don't want others to see what you eat you should keep it private.
I believe I said it is. But I had no idea that if I didn't, people would be snooping around it and criticizing it :huh: I use the diary for my own accountability. If I want food ideas, I usually go to sparkrecipes or a healthy food blog, not some random strangers food diary. no offense.
None taken. But those of us that keep it open don't care if people snoop. I don't even care if they criticize, though most people will only comment if asked. Or maybe if someone posts something like "you need to eat clean" but their diary is full of McD and Taco Bell..0 -
why would I eat anything? I'm trying to lose weight, duh!0
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Absolutely! I eat tonnes!
I always try to make sure I have 4 or 5 portions of fruit and vegetables every day, plus salad. I aim for oily fish as often as possible and a variety of grains, starches, dairy and protein - all homecooked.
Its not always a perfect diet but I try for a varied and interesting food. If I want my children to grow up with good eating habits I have to set a good example.0 -
Okay, from viewing some people's diaries. I feel like no one is really eating anything nutritional or are barely eating at all. I've read so many skimpy diaries that I'm starting to believe some on you guys are on the verge of starving yourselves. Most people are eating, or in this case, drinking supplement or meal replacement drinks for breakfast, lunch or dinner, (sometimes all 3). I mean those are alright but you don't receive any real nutrients from them like you would from a REAL meal, with real vegies, meats, whole grains, etc. And I think that's crazy! Are you afraid to eat those things because it will put you over your calorie limit? Am I the only one who feels this way?
I guess I don't eat.. lol.. I'm pretty full all the time for not eating. lol.
You don't have to eat a lot to get what you need. my protein smoothie is full of healthy natural food and a scoop of protein powder. yea.. i don't like it, but i need the protein.
I eat a lot of raw whole foods. The lasagna is homemade with all kinds of healthy foods in it. It's low in calories because I fill it with veggies.. there is still meat in it. It's a fallacy that you have ot have a high calorie count in order to eat healthy.
You just have to choose wisely.. which calories are worth it.0 -
All my friends are eating
I am eating very healthy and don't feel like I am starving. Try viewing some other diaries.. Good luck 
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I ate a pound of ground beef with some onions and feta cheese for breakfast. I'll eat again tonight if I get hungry. Happy?
As for veggies, meh. I never liked them. Even though I was a vegetarian for years I really just lived off processed frozen patties and junk food.0 -
I don't think anybody should have a calorie regimen until they calculate their BMR and TDEE. I would advise to see how many calories your body burns in a day with no physical training first. Yes they are generalizations, but will help tailor to you more accurately than I believe MFP can.0
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I'm eating and not being a Spartan about it...things I like. Just trying to keep under my calorie count...taking into consideration what I gain through exercise. Not deprived at all .0
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I eat, yes.0
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I drink a veggie shake almost everyday. It's loaded with vitamins, minerals, healthy fats, and on some days protein. I stick Whole vegetables in my super power blender blend them up with coconut oil, chia seeds, tofu, and whatever. It's real food I just drink it. Some of us are just busy and some of us just eat crap. I eat clean, most days, period.0
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I eat all the Calories..0 -
I do! When I first joined, I was doing 1200 like MFP said to... but then I read. I've adjusted my calories up and eat what I exercise (or as much of it as I can).
This morning I had a muscle milk shake with ff milk for breakfast... on my way out the door with a screaming toddler. I figured it was better than nothing. I AM being more aware of what I'm putting in my body and trying to eat good carbs and leaner protein. (And I'm more full now than I've ever been!)0 -
And how much would that be for a healthy LIVER?PS.
- Your liver can only break down so much protein daily. Taking in too much can lead to liver failure in the long term.
Not really. I suggest reading about adaptive thermogenesis and actual starvation. You seem to have a muddled concept of the two.
- Starvation mode is when your body isn't getting enough calories and thinks its dying, so it actually lowers its metabolism so you burn less calories. It does this because it's trying to hold onto the little calories it does have. Then when you do eat food, your body tries to get the most out of it and stores more fat.
Not really. Certain conditions make it a less than ideal choice, but for the most part, if you have a nutritionally equivalent diet of 1 meal or 10 meals, it doesn't really matter unless you have certain metabolic diseases.- Eating ONE big meal a day is hard on your organs, especially your stomach. It also tampers with your blood sugar levels to not eat for long periods of time. My aunt was a skinny fit woman her whole life, but her diet consisted of things like "Starve all day & eat an entire chocolate cake for dinner" or "Eat a big pizza, then not eat the rest of the day." Well she stayed slim, and under her calorie level but guess what - At 55 years old her stomach & colon are ruined. She's had 2 surgeries so far (That we know of).
This I agree with.Eat the way you were meant to eat. Your health & future depends on it. Look up symptoms of vitamin deficiencies, you may have one without knowing it.0 -
Honestly I just go by the adage of if you're hungry; eat, if not, don't. I average around 1100-1200 calories (around 900-100 considering exercise) my limit is 1490. I've gotten the starvation mode warning a few times but the way I see it, I'd rather enjoy the food I am eating, and not force on the extra 100-200 calories for the sake of it.
But then it changes around from time to time. Some days I'm over, some days I'm under, some days I break even. No biggy.0 -
Am I eating...not right now, but just had toast and a cuppa tea for supper mmmmm
I hear what you're saying though...0 -
I eat about 1300-1600 depending on how many cals I burn with exercise. I have been trying to eat more fruits/veg/protein so my diary has been looking pretty good lately. Not today or yesterday but the past few weeks.0
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I'm stuck in my parent's house, so I eat what's available in the house. If I were getting more money, I would be able to buy my own food and groceries. But I'm getting 35$ a week (if I'm lucky--next week I'm getting 0 hours), and most of that needs to be saved (student loans, passport, etc.)0
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I am short and the thinnest I've ever been (thank you MFP!) and if I eat my planned dinner I will have eaten over 1800 calories today. However, I am not finished exercising yet, so it will probably be more like 2000-ish. My ticker is going to go up another pound lost after this weekend. I'm on the brink of it.
I can't imagine people eating 1200 or less. If that's what they want to do though, they'll just have to live and learn.0
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