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  • prabbitts
    prabbitts Posts: 16 Member
    Great comments about fat. Fat is critical for good health. I have a tablespoon of Flaxseed oil, no cholesterol. I also have a teaspoon of high quality fish oil to get the Omega 3 DHAs that some say flaxseed ELAs don't produce enough of the DHAs. All healthy oils with no cholesterol. Then I really enjoy my eggs , especially the yolks because they have amazing balance of Omega 3s and DHAs (75 mg of DHA per egg). One note, instead of flaxseed oil, I have UDO's oil which is a mixture of healthy oils with proper balance of omega 3s and 6s. I get it with the added DHA. Always, always "cold pressed" extra virgin oils. I also used to think fat was bad, but that's just not true. A little cheese is good too, hard cheese as it has some vitamin D in it. Yum. Learning to lose weight, exercise and feel great about loving and enjoying food. Meant to be enjoyed, but just track those calories. Good luck!
  • sympha01
    sympha01 Posts: 942 Member
    If, as you say, you've had a lifelong issue with yo-yo dieting, it might be worthwhile to think about why your downward momentum isn't SUSTAINABLE. It sounds like you have had short-term success in the past with dieting, but inevitably fall back into overeating patterns and gain the weight back.

    Many of us have been there too.

    You might consider whether trying to lose weight more slowly but with a more enjoyable, sustainable diet will work better for you over the long term. Is it possible you crash and start overeating as a reaction to over-restraining yourself during a diet? If you planned enjoyable meals to "spend" your 1700 calorie budget on, is it possible you'd have better mental and physical endurance to stay the course?

    Making sure that your daily routine -- the day in, day out GRIND of losing weight -- rotates in a variety of yummy treats that you eat in moderate amounts will keep you from feeling DEPRIVED and RESENTFUL of your diet. A glass of wine, or a couple of squares of chocolate, or peanut butter, or bacon once in a while, (or for that matter, Cheetos if that's your thing). None of these things, taken in moderation, has to add up to a lot of calories, and can really make the difference between "I can do this!" and "OH GOD WHEN DOES IT END?!"

    But also, like everyone has said, the physical impact of just eating a little bit more fat, and a lot more protein, can't really be overstated. Even if you think you feel okay now, you will feel so much better. Also, don't forget fiber. In addition to the small matter of being able to poop at will, it slows down the digestion of foods and can help you feel more satisfied and less hungry.
  • 12always
    12always Posts: 13 Member
    thank you.
  • elainecroft
    elainecroft Posts: 595 Member
    i used to be scared of eating 'fat' - was a victim of the low-fat 90's....

    but honestly I feel SO MUCH BETTER now that I eat more protein and fat and less carbs. I have more energy and just feel more alive. I set myself a goal of 30/30/40 for protein/fat/carbs, so its not a drastic change, but I have to tell you that I've taken that step off the cliff of 'low fat' and for me its been much better over here. :)
  • SarahAnna87
    SarahAnna87 Posts: 65 Member
    I had the same issue when I first started and then I read this. http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/3047-700-calories-a-day-and-not-losing It is really long, but worth it. I know that it described me perfectly. Since then my loss has been consistent. It isn't fast, but that isn't healthy. I struggle most days to hit my target, but I make it happen.

    For those wondering how you can't be hungry on so little, just remember many of us have been eating a very small amount for a very long time and it is hard to judge hunger cues accurately anymore.

    Good luck.

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