Its 3:00 in the afternoon and you only have 300 calories lef

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SolidGoaled
SolidGoaled Posts: 504 Member
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Somehow, I managed to eat most of my calories already. If you only had 300 cals left for the day, how would you spend those calories, and at what times?

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  • tsmith6569
    tsmith6569 Posts: 63
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    lean cuisine meal if you're in a hurry and supplies are limited;

    broiled fish and vegetables otherwise OR
  • thelassiemickyjames
    thelassiemickyjames Posts: 197
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    I'd have either a microwave pre packaged meal, which are delicious and sized appropriately for dinner, and usually under 300 calories, or I'd make a peanut butter, egg salad, or tuna sandwich on low cal (45 calorie/slice) bread. No need to feel like 300 isn't enough for dinner!
  • SolidGoaled
    SolidGoaled Posts: 504 Member
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    Good idea - I could have two tilapias and practically a whole bag of cauliflower, couldn't I??
  • fittocycle
    fittocycle Posts: 827 Member
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    Can you make some homemade vegetable soup? You could have some Laughing Cow cheese and crackers with it. You might even be able to add in a piece of fruit too.
  • Sandikh
    Sandikh Posts: 116
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    I'd do some exercise to 'earn' more calories....LOL
  • CakeFit21
    CakeFit21 Posts: 2,521 Member
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    I would either:
    A.) workout to earn more cals.
    B.) Just eat clean and healthy and log it, (one day over won't destroy your work)
    OR
    C.) Workout
  • scoboli
    scoboli Posts: 18
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    Fully cooked shrimp can be good if you like it. It usually ranges from 70 to 90 calories for 3 to 4 ounce servings. The amount of calories and ounces depend on what brand you get. But it is good, especially if you have a George Foreman grill. Take the tails off and put it on the GF grill for 3 1/2 minutes. Or just eat them the way they are.
  • jackwillangus
    jackwillangus Posts: 1
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    Headphones on. Go for a 30 minute walk. Maybe even bust into a light jog. Give yourself a few more, then go for a John West Tuna & Beans, 185g for the rest of the day. Very filling.
  • cindyg86
    cindyg86 Posts: 9
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    Save it all for dinner...

    4 slices turkey bacon - 60 cal
    2 eggs - 160
    2 slices 45&delightful bread - 90
    2T sugar free preserves - 20

    That takes you to 330 total but such a filling meal!
  • paleslypink
    paleslypink Posts: 16 Member
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    Kosher Dill Pickles might be a good thing to snack on. There are 0 calories so feel free to eat them up =)
  • fmouco
    fmouco Posts: 100 Member
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    I would pick up my bike and ride for an hour...If weather has terrible I would put a DVD and exercise...
  • ladybu6205
    ladybu6205 Posts: 165 Member
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    I'd do some exercise to 'earn' more calories....LOL

    I was thinking the same thing! I did that the other night. Had planned on taking a day off to rest, but was soooo hungry when I got home from work that I did my strength training challenge so I could eat...LOL.
  • eating4balance
    eating4balance Posts: 743 Member
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    If I only had 300 calories left, I would plan out a light supper (200 calories) and a light snack (100 calories)

    Supper: 5:30 to 6:30 pm
    - 1/2 can of green beans (35 calories)
    - 1/2 Tablespoon peanut butter (50 calories)
    - serving of baby carrots (35 calories)
    - grilled tilapia or chicken 3 oz. (80 calories)

    Snack: 2 or 3 hours later- 7:30 to 8:00 pm
    - Packet of almonds or a container of weight watchers yogurt

    Good luck!
  • MsFitnFabulous
    MsFitnFabulous Posts: 432 Member
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    I would do 4 oz of salad, 3 oz of baked chicken, a few slices. Of cucumbers, tomato, a few olives, and 2 TBSP of a low Cal dressing



    PS that was my lunch with the exception of the olives, ran out {sad face}
  • ladybu6205
    ladybu6205 Posts: 165 Member
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    Kosher Dill Pickles might be a good thing to snack on. There are 0 calories so feel free to eat them up =)

    Actually, pickles are about 5 calories per spear... 20 calories per whole pickle. And VERY high in sodium...
  • trudypickles
    trudypickles Posts: 51
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    I cant see your diary, but if you are on a 1200 cal goal at 5'9" I would consider upping your goal, Im only 5'7" and on my rest days when I do no cardio I really struggle to stick to 1200...like today for example I am at 1400+ I havent changes my goal cos on exersize days with the extra calories ir works for me, I just allow myself to go over guilt free on non exercise days..and stick to healthy food (ish) lol x
  • paleslypink
    paleslypink Posts: 16 Member
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    Actually, pickles are about 5 calories per spear... 20 calories per whole pickle. And VERY high in sodium...

    Really? The jar of pickles I had purchased the other day said they have 0 calories per serving. Good to know. Sodium isn't something I'm watching. My GI nutritionist just wants me under 1800 calories a day so that's basically what I've been striving for.
  • anubis609
    anubis609 Posts: 3,966 Member
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    Continue eating throughout the day with healthy, low calorie snacks like veggies and homemade salads and whatnot. It's not a big deal to me since I work out at night and burn so much, it wouldn't be detrimental to my intake.

    But that's what I would do. As a general answer, I'd recommend to just throw in some cardio since it's still relatively early in the day, assuming you have no plans that will clash with making time for a workout. And remember, like calories, cardio is cumulative, so you don't have to do a big burn all at once, unless you want to of course. You can spread out your cardio in short bursts throughout the day. Personally, I would do short bursts of intense cardio to maximize calorie burning potential.
  • khrys1
    khrys1 Posts: 444 Member
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    Are you able to exercise in order to "gain" some extra calories? Otherwise, there are a ton of healthy things you can eat- fruit, veggies, fish, chicken, etc.
  • wills2be
    wills2be Posts: 26
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    I would do some exercise to earn more calories :)

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