Losing Weight At McDonalds

I'm glad things are going well for you. If you're happy doing it your way, and good with your progress, keep on keepin' on. But there's nothing wrong with folks who are happy doing it my way either.

I think you know me a bit better than that. If you want to do it your way, I could care less. Do it my way, I don't care either. Every one is free to do what they want. I like, nay, LOVE fast food, so I figured out a way to fit it into my macros. You love eating clean, so you figured out how to fit it into your life. I'm totally cool with that.

My main, if not only, problem with you is that you tend to say your way is the only way, or best way. It's not the only way and it tends to be so strict that many people fall off the wagon before losing enough weight to better their overall health.

i've actually tempered a bit on that front - go check out the most recent pop tart thread.

i had a pop tart today.... movie theatre popcorn and sour patch kids on friday.... i'm not as straight edge as y'all think. and i've always advocated for people not to cut something out if they really enjoy it. do what makes you happy. if eating whatever you want and dying young makes you happy great. if eating whatever you want within reason as long as your health markers are good makes you happy then great. if eating super clean makes you happy great. Do i personally believe that "my way" is healthier than yours? Yeah... otherwise i wouldn't be doing it... but as long as your vitals are good, keep doing what your doing.

the thing that bugs me is the same thing that bugs you about me. you guys don't like when i flame against those touting fast food, and i'm not a fan when you guys go into more clean-eating type threads spouting "mmm hamburgers"

it's the same thing. but in any case, i do respect you and your opinions and i know that if you ran into a situation where suddenly your vitals weren't going the right direction, you'd know what to do to turn it around. I just don't think everyone has those same tools

See Coach, if you never ever have a pop tart that's fine by me. I don't drink. Never had one and probably won't now that I'm old and stubborn. I just don't preach to others that they shouldn't drink. To each their own. I don't tell anyone they have to eat McDonald's just because I do.

If you're gonna do McDonald's, do it right.

Quarter pounder with a side of chicken nuggets and a chocolate milkshake.

I'd of taken you for the vanilla milkshake type.

2 Side Salads (20 calories each)
1 Packet Vinagarette (35 calories)
2 Snack Wraps w/o Cheese (420 calories)

5 Dollars, 495 Calories, 30 Protein, 13 Fat, 65 Carb


Don't even try to hate on that.

but you could easily make your own at home, probably cheaper - and you know everything that'll be in it, so it'll be better for you!

No HATING!!! Sometimes you just want McDonalds!

True that sometimes you just want McDonalds
but side salads and wraps arent on the list of things i want from McDs

^^ YEP If I ate at McDonald's, I would certainly not waste my time on side salads and wraps with no cheese!! LOL

Have you had a blood panel done recently? McD's is my fave and wondered if you noticed any side effects and how often do you eat it? I eat one meal from there and feel sluggish and full for two days.

This lol. I have to watch how much fat I eat, I don't think the 12g or whatever in a cheeseburger would do me much good.

But you can do the 11g of fat from Taco Bell and the 12g of fat in the DQ sheetcake?

ETA: Fat is not the enemy!

In terms of calories, you are right... However, there is one thing you overlooked, --- the salt content... Fast food can be very salty...

I am not saying that my diet is perfect. It is very hard to cut down on salt...

What is the secret behind McDonald's fries? Seriously. That's the only thing I like from there.

I agree with everyone's viewpoints; those against the fast food eatery (not just McDonalds but in general) and those who take it in moderation.

No matter how you look at it, the entire menu is processed (except for your typical lettuce and tomato) and bears alot of sodium. But the egg McMuffin is no different than eating a Pop-Tart, or bowl of cereal for breakfast and the chicken sandwhich (hold the mayo) is no different than having a turkey sandwhich you made from home because at the end of the day, it's all processed! So eat what you want; it's your body and your life. Do what makes you happy.

Don't claim to be a "clean eater" if you aren't following it truly and naturally; from farm to fork. Eating Chipotle or Subway doesn't make it clean.

Have you had a blood panel done recently? McD's is my fave and wondered if you noticed any side effects and how often do you eat it? I eat one meal from there and feel sluggish and full for two days.

This lol. I have to watch how much fat I eat, I don't think the 12g or whatever in a cheeseburger would do me much good.

But you can do the 11g of fat from Taco Bell and the 12g of fat in the DQ sheetcake?

ETA: Fat is not the enemy!

Well yeah I had some ice cream cake today, for the first time in 9 weeks. Shoot me And those 3 tacos I ate for 450 calories and 11g of fat kept me much fuller than one mcdonald's cheeseburger, that has more fat and just 120 less calories. I haven't checked the sodium.

Of course I eat some fat, but the high fat stuff isn't nutritious at all in the sense that you're still hungry after eating it... That's the thing really. Of course I could have some McDonald's (which I love, by the way!), but I could eat all my daily calories and still be hungry 2 hours later (kudos to people who can eat two McDoubles and be full for 3 hours).

I'd just think that people who want to lose weight (which is, by the way, the title of the thread) would want to use their calories for something that will fill them up.

And do people really want us to believe that transfats are not a problem? I mean, there's fat and there's fat...

10 mcdoubles???? I would explode!

This post is really helpful for people trying to lose weight on a budget, and people who don't have time to cook. Is there any full list of all the healthy eatting options at Mcdonalds?

Have you had a blood panel done recently? McD's is my fave and wondered if you noticed any side effects and how often do you eat it? I eat one meal from there and feel sluggish and full for two days.

This lol. I have to watch how much fat I eat, I don't think the 12g or whatever in a cheeseburger would do me much good.

But you can do the 11g of fat from Taco Bell and the 12g of fat in the DQ sheetcake?

ETA: Fat is not the enemy!

Well yeah I had some ice cream cake today, for the first time in 9 weeks. Shoot me And those 3 tacos I ate for 450 calories and 11g of fat kept me much fuller than one mcdonald's cheeseburger, that has more fat and just 120 less calories. I haven't checked the sodium.

Of course I eat some fat, but the high fat stuff isn't nutritious at all in the sense that you're still hungry after eating it... That's the thing really. Of course I could have some McDonald's (which I love, by the way!), but I could eat all my daily calories and still be hungry 2 hours later (kudos to people who can eat two McDoubles and be full for 3 hours).

I'd just think that people who want to lose weight (which is, by the way, the title of the thread) would want to use their calories for something that will fill them up.

And do people really want us to believe that transfats are not a problem? I mean, there's fat and there's fat...

I find fat to be the most satiating macronutrient. My meals are typically rather high in fat, and I find them very filling and satisfying. Today almost 40% of my calories have been from fat. And I'm not exactly a person who eats like a bird.

Protein is great and carbs are whatever, but fat is where it's at (ha!) It's empty carbs like flour and sugar that aren't satisfying to me.

my diet is about 55% fat. fat IS where it's at.

Have you had a blood panel done recently? McD's is my fave and wondered if you noticed any side effects and how often do you eat it? I eat one meal from there and feel sluggish and full for two days.

This lol. I have to watch how much fat I eat, I don't think the 12g or whatever in a cheeseburger would do me much good.

But you can do the 11g of fat from Taco Bell and the 12g of fat in the DQ sheetcake?

ETA: Fat is not the enemy!

Well yeah I had some ice cream cake today, for the first time in 9 weeks. Shoot me And those 3 tacos I ate for 450 calories and 11g of fat kept me much fuller than one mcdonald's cheeseburger, that has more fat and just 120 less calories. I haven't checked the sodium.

Of course I eat some fat, but the high fat stuff isn't nutritious at all in the sense that you're still hungry after eating it... That's the thing really. Of course I could have some McDonald's (which I love, by the way!), but I could eat all my daily calories and still be hungry 2 hours later (kudos to people who can eat two McDoubles and be full for 3 hours).

I'd just think that people who want to lose weight (which is, by the way, the title of the thread) would want to use their calories for something that will fill them up.

And do people really want us to believe that transfats are not a problem? I mean, there's fat and there's fat...

I find fat to be the most satiating macronutrient. My meals are typically rather high in fat, and I find them very filling and satisfying. Today almost 40% of my calories have been from fat. And I'm not exactly a person who eats like a bird.

Protein is great and carbs are whatever, but fat is where it's at (ha!) It's empty carbs like flour and sugar that aren't satisfying to me.

i seem to recall a study done a number of years ago where they tracked mountain climbers who had been stranded on limited rations on the side of Everest and the researchers were surprised that when the climbers got back down, the foods they craved were high fat foods. i wish i could find that online, but i tried a couple of months ago and didn't have any luck. still, i've always remembered it because it showed how important dietary fats are to your body even at a time when the whole food industry was promoting low fat foods as being healthy.

Have you had a blood panel done recently? McD's is my fave and wondered if you noticed any side effects and how often do you eat it? I eat one meal from there and feel sluggish and full for two days.

This lol. I have to watch how much fat I eat, I don't think the 12g or whatever in a cheeseburger would do me much good.

But you can do the 11g of fat from Taco Bell and the 12g of fat in the DQ sheetcake?

ETA: Fat is not the enemy!

Well yeah I had some ice cream cake today, for the first time in 9 weeks. Shoot me And those 3 tacos I ate for 450 calories and 11g of fat kept me much fuller than one mcdonald's cheeseburger, that has more fat and just 120 less calories. I haven't checked the sodium.

Of course I eat some fat, but the high fat stuff isn't nutritious at all in the sense that you're still hungry after eating it... That's the thing really. Of course I could have some McDonald's (which I love, by the way!), but I could eat all my daily calories and still be hungry 2 hours later (kudos to people who can eat two McDoubles and be full for 3 hours).

I'd just think that people who want to lose weight (which is, by the way, the title of the thread) would want to use their calories for something that will fill them up.

And do people really want us to believe that transfats are not a problem? I mean, there's fat and there's fat...

I find fat to be the most satiating macronutrient. My meals are typically rather high in fat, and I find them very filling and satisfying. Today almost 40% of my calories have been from fat. And I'm not exactly a person who eats like a bird.

Protein is great and carbs are whatever, but fat is where it's at (ha!) It's empty carbs like flour and sugar that aren't satisfying to me.

i seem to recall a study done a number of years ago where they tracked mountain climbers who had been stranded on limited rations on the side of Everest and the researchers were surprised that when the climbers got back down, the foods they craved were high fat foods. i wish i could find that online, but i tried a couple of months ago and didn't have any luck. still, i've always remembered it because it showed how important dietary fats are to your body even at a time when the whole food industry was promoting low fat foods as being healthy.

I know climbers who literally eat sticks of butter when at altitude.

Mcdonalds (Usa - French Fries (Medium), 380 cals
Mcdonald's - Diet Coke (Medium), 21 fl oz 0 cals
Mcdonalds - Angus Bacon & Cheese Burger No Onions, No Pickle, No Ketchup, No Mustard, 760 cals

Total 1140 calories.

I lost about 30 pounds since last summer and have achieved my ideal weight eating this on a fairly regular basis.

My cholesterol, blood pressure, body fat %, etc are great and my strength and cardiovascular endurance is better than it has been in years.

IIFYM for the win

I have breakfast at McDonald's almost every day. I switch between 2 order of scrambled eggs (340 cal, 2 carb, 22 fat, 30 protein) or an Egg McMuffin (300 cal, 15 carb, 12 fat, 18 protein). I also eat lunch or dinner there on occasion. I get the grilled chicken sandwich with no mayo & then add a packet of light mayo to it so I know how much mayo I'm actually getting, or I get one of the new premium McWraps (no sauce because I don't like it).

My dad has worked for McDonald's his entire life--started out making fries & now owns 3 franchises. Great for a man with no college degree & a family to support. I now work for him in his office. He also owns 2 "mom & pop" type pizza restaurants (in my mother's name) & I can tell you that those smaller restaurants you see nearly all get their food from local restaurant supply places. They are not out slaughtering their own happily raised animals & growing their own veges for the most part--the cost of doing that (in labor alone) would be prohibitive. I think everyone should get off their high horse about McDonald's. It is a large company that provides great benefits to it's employees & gives everyone an opportunity for growth if they work hard.

Everyone makes their own choices about food--you can eat healthily at fast food places if you want to. You just have to make good choices. I know that I struggle with it, but McDonald's is definitely not to blame if I go in their & eat a huge number of fat & calories. I could do that at the grocery store too--it's all on me.

You should watch 'Fathead.'

ive seen that :drinker: