can't consume 1600 calories

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  • MelodyandBarbells
    MelodyandBarbells Posts: 7,725 Member
    edited March 2015
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    I pray to god to have this problem on a cut. All I need is the month before summer!!!

    Yes, I need this problem in my life lol
    Merkavar wrote: »
    Is saving up the deficit during the week and then going hard in the weekend a valid option. Eat as much of a hot dog stuffed Doritos crust BBQ meat lovers with double topping. Job done?

    This is actually pretty interesting. If you tend to have a huge meal once or twice a week, can use the "saved" calories for that
  • lemonsurprise
    lemonsurprise Posts: 255 Member
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    Are you a newbie? Make the most of it! Don't eat below 1200 calories a day but appreciate it and the weight loss because chances are is that it won't stay that way!
  • kaviles1976
    kaviles1976 Posts: 19 Member
    edited March 2015
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    I eat lean protien..low fat. And yes I obviously had no.problem consuming 1600 before watching my intake and not giving it a second thought. Maybe I'm just too cautious now and need to add a "normal" meal in. It's difficult because I work very long days. Thanks for those who left constructive advice :)
  • cityruss
    cityruss Posts: 2,493 Member
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    Nutbutters.
    Ice cream.
    Cheese.
    Chocolate.
    Fudge.
    Carrot cake.
    Banana cake/bread.
    Nuts.
    Raisins.
    Milk.
    Cream.
    Oils.

    All play a part in my dietary intake whilst eating at a deficit, including heavy cuts.
  • honkytonks85
    honkytonks85 Posts: 669 Member
    edited March 2015
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    ICECREAM!!!!

    Also, eat fat!!
  • amusedmonkey
    amusedmonkey Posts: 10,330 Member
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    Nothing nuts can't fix! They're portable, easy to munch on whenever the urge hits, and are rich in calories. Alternatively, save your extra calories for a higher calorie meal you've been craving like another poster mentioned. I go with weekly calories so I can promise you, you will still lose.
  • sheldonklein
    sheldonklein Posts: 854 Member
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    How is your weight loss going? If you're not losing consistently with<1600, then yoe eating more than you think.
  • ausf
    ausf Posts: 51
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    chadgledhill wrote: »
    I wish i had your problem... i can find plenty to eat and still want more to eat.
    Me too:(
  • kaviles1976
    kaviles1976 Posts: 19 Member
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    Just afraid of gaining
  • higgins8283801
    higgins8283801 Posts: 844 Member
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    It's probably a mental thing. You can eat more than 1600 calories or you wouldn't be here trying to lose weight.

    7 months ago, that was me. Mentally couldn't do it but then once I snapped out of it, I realized I could eat that and probably more (and did) and still lost.

    If you truly feel you can't eat it; you may be overeating and not realize you are.

    I know it's hard to think about, but if you're here trying to lose weight; you can eat 1600 calories.
  • ew_david
    ew_david Posts: 3,473 Member
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    kaviles1976 wrote: »
    I eat lean protien..low fat. And yes I obviously had no.problem consuming 1600 before watching my intake and not giving it a second thought. Maybe I'm just too cautious now and need to add a "normal" meal in. It's difficult because I work very long days. Thanks for those who left constructive advice :)

    It's true that the "cleaner" I eat and the more thought I put into meal planning, I get a lot more food and 1600 seems like a lot, but then I go to the freezer and grab some Ben & Jerry's and/or Talenti and ~300 calories is gone like that.
  • jesseh376
    jesseh376 Posts: 23 Member
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    RodaRose wrote: »
    nutella
    xD Best response ever, there's always room for it.
  • CupcakeCrusoe
    CupcakeCrusoe Posts: 1,368 Member
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    Let me sing you the song of my people:

    https://www.talentigelato.com/our-products/

    So long as you're getting in good, nutrient-dense foods, there's no reason why you cannot have ice cream, peanut butter, whatever you love, to make up the rest.
  • ninerbuff
    ninerbuff Posts: 48,538 Member
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    kaviles1976 wrote: »
    MFP gives me 1600 calories and I can't seem to consume all of them. I am aggravated daily with it telling me I need to eat more...what do i do?
    Add oil (like olive oil) or calorie dense foods like avocados to your intake.

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  • pamvms
    pamvms Posts: 1
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    kaviles1976 wrote: »
    I eat lean protien..low fat. And yes I obviously had no.problem consuming 1600 before watching my intake and not giving it a second thought. Maybe I'm just too cautious now and need to add a "normal" meal in. It's difficult because I work very long days. Thanks for those who left constructive advice :)

    Try adjusting your "activity level" in your profile. It may not suit your life style.
  • NurseCU
    NurseCU Posts: 122 Member
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    RodaRose wrote: »
    nutella

    This!
  • BWBTrish
    BWBTrish Posts: 2,817 Member
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    pamvms wrote: »
    kaviles1976 wrote: »
    I eat lean protien..low fat. And yes I obviously had no.problem consuming 1600 before watching my intake and not giving it a second thought. Maybe I'm just too cautious now and need to add a "normal" meal in. It's difficult because I work very long days. Thanks for those who left constructive advice :)

    Try adjusting your "activity level" in your profile. It may not suit your life style.

    lolzzzz

  • kaviles1976
    kaviles1976 Posts: 19 Member
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    How do i adjust it?
  • Zedeff
    Zedeff Posts: 651 Member
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    No point eating more if you're satisfied and happy.
  • MelodyandBarbells
    MelodyandBarbells Posts: 7,725 Member
    edited March 2015
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    MrM27 wrote: »
    Merkavar wrote: »
    Is saving up the deficit during the week and then going hard in the weekend a valid option. Eat as much of a hot dog stuffed Doritos crust BBQ meat lovers with double topping. Job done?

    I see someone has to resort to extremes as an example.

    Extreme example or just a suggestion? Like the OP can have her version of a higher calorie meal - maybe a decadent visit to a restaurant - once or twice a week to make up the difference

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