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Bobbie12458
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I feel like a walking cliché. High blood pressure, partly calcified aorta, cardiologist said that I need to go on a 900 cal a day diet. Ouch. Taking care of elderly parents, too much work, lots of pressure and negativity. I am 55 and I have watched my mom eat her life away. I don't want to go down same road. Due to inflammatory issues Dr. said I would not be able to exercise enough to lose
the weight I need to. Today I was hungry but still ate over 2100 calories. This is going to be hard. Need to learn how to eat that few of calories and still get needed nutrients. Any suggestions?

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  • anemoneprose
    anemoneprose Posts: 1,805 Member
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    Did s/he offer suggestions or put you in contact with a nutritionist?? I can't even believe s/he sent you out in the world with those problems and no knowledge base on your own, that's crap.

    In short I would seek out the services of a nutritionist familiar with that kind of diet & with your condition/s; I am not placed to offer suggestions.

    edit: whoops dietitian, looks like :)
  • nextrightthing
    nextrightthing Posts: 408 Member
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    Watch forks over knives documentary.... I think it has a lot of good advise.
  • snazzyjazzy21
    snazzyjazzy21 Posts: 1,298 Member
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    I agree with the poster above. Ask around for a nutritionist or dietitian and get their advice on what sort of foods you should be looking at.
  • sagj
    sagj Posts: 256 Member
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    Yes, please contact a dietitian. 900 calories is very, very low and you'll almost certainly have nutrient deficiencies without proper guidance. Also, the dietitian may help you plan a diet that takes you as a whole in account, is still livable and effective. 900 calories without close guidance sounds like a disaster waiting to happen.

    Best of luck to you!
  • tdh1991
    tdh1991 Posts: 511 Member
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    Check out the Eat To live book also group on my fitness pal.
  • ninerbuff
    ninerbuff Posts: 48,704 Member
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    Dr. put you on a VLCD with no plan on how to do it? Have him hook you up with a Registered Dietitian. Till then eating more whole foods will allow you more amount of food to eat.

    A.C.E. Certified Personal and Group Fitness Trainer
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  • michellekicks
    michellekicks Posts: 3,624 Member
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    Protein and fiber are going to be your friend to stay satisfied on that... barely. Enough to adhere.

    You can do this.
  • MuseofSong
    MuseofSong Posts: 322 Member
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    Yeah, if you're doctor is saying you need 900 calories a day that needs to be a medically supervised plan--not something you do by yourself. And you'll need regular check ins and blood work to make sure you're not damaging yourself.

    This site can help you track your calories and your exercise, with great supportive people in this community, but it cannot replace a doctor's care or perscribed eating plan.
  • bears461
    bears461 Posts: 10 Member
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    You should eatt a minimum 1200 calories a day. My wife and I are doing Chris Powell Carb Cycling and it is working for us. On High Card day she eats 1500 calories and low card day 1200. It has fired up our metabolism and we are burning fat. We eat no less than 5 meals a day so that we are never hungry. At times it almost seems like too much food after a week or so. Best of luck to you.
  • suzyqbolles
    suzyqbolles Posts: 5 Member
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    I like to fill up on oatmeal. its cheap, filling and good for you. Its a good snack for inbetween hunger.Also fruits and vegies. Good luck and don't give up. I don't loose fast at all but, I keep busy like you. Sometimes being too busy is not good. Try ta
    king relaxing walks.This program is very cool!
  • Fullsterkur_woman
    Fullsterkur_woman Posts: 2,712 Member
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    Get a second opinion. Your doctor was not much help.
    I second that. In matters of life and death, (which this could be, given enough time), I always recommend a second opinion unless it's a critical E/R-type situation where there isn't time.

    It's just a good policy.
  • laserturkey
    laserturkey Posts: 1,680 Member
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    Definitely see someone with real credentials in nutrition.
  • salsera_barbie
    salsera_barbie Posts: 270 Member
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    So obviously you know that you need to lose weight, but there's no way you can do it safetly by yourself at 900 calories. You need medical help to be able to do this.

    I would seek out a second opinion. Perhaps a doctor that is more concerned for your health and that would help you achieve what you have to do.

    If your eating 2100 and are still hungry, you should reassess the nutrient content of your food selections.
  • Monkey_Business
    Monkey_Business Posts: 1,800 Member
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    Get a second opinion. Your doctor was not much help.
    I would seek out a second opinion. Perhaps a doctor that is more concerned for your health and that would help you achieve what you have to do.

    Q: Do you know what they call a doctor who graduated last in his class?
    A: Doctor!

    Get a second opinion or see a qualified specialist.
    900 cals per day is very little you you will have other problems over time if not done correctly.

    Good Luck!

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