best diet????
katiedee2
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what works for you?
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Don't diet, just consume less Calories; than you burn!0
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the caloric deficit diet.....0
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cut out sweets, fats etc. ? what is the best to cut back on, to stay in the right calorie count and be satisfied ?0
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Vegan0
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The one that you'll stick to FOR LIFE.
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Eating the things I want to eat, just less of them.0
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There is no best way of eating. People throughout the world thrive on different dietary compositions and macro balances. Eat a combination of nourishing (body and soul) foods that makes you happy.
The only diet that works? Eating less calories than you burn.
Everything else is just noise.0 -
The one that you'll stick to FOR LIFE.
A.C.E. Certified Personal and Group Fitness Trainer
IDEA Fitness member
Kickboxing Certified Instructor
Been in fitness for 30 years and have studied kinesiology and nutrition
This. Any elimination diet has a terrible success rate. You drop the fat, but then most people gain it right back. This has to be something you maintain for life. You can't eat the way you have been and lose weight. The best thing is to explore new, nutrient dense foods and find the ones you like. Don't focus on removing things from your diet. Focus instead on your purpose for eating something. Are you eating something just because it's a "treat"? I discovered many foods that didn't even taste that good but I considered them a treat so I ate them. I enjoy desserts. But flavorful and well prepared ones. I focus on getting plenty of proteins and healthy fats. I've tried a multitude of veggies to find the ones that I actually enjoy. It's a process and I learn and grow every day but I know I'll sustain it because I still enjoy eating.0 -
I have tried and stayed on 1,200 calories for up to 3 months without much weight loss.0
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The one you're going to be able to stick too. I do Keto for now. I'm a carb binge eater. Breads, pastas, chips, etc are my downfall. I've decided to cut them out while I work on my relationship with food. Since I don't feel I'm currently at a place where I would be able to eat them without going overboard I just don't eat them. It's a journey. Pretty much its consume less calories then you burn. How you want to consume those calories are totally up to you.0
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I just began the No-S Diet. (No Sweets, no Snacks, no Seconds--except on holidays or S days.) Great book. Most of the info. is at www.nosdiet.com for free. I hope to report at least 1lb a week minimum soon.
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I just began the No-S Diet. (No Sweets, no Snacks, no Seconds--except on holidays or S days.) Great book. Most of the info. is at www.nosdiet.com for free. I hope to report at least 1lb a week minimum soon.
You can lose a Pound a week, without the "No-S Diet"; I am. I just eat less, of everything; that I ate before.0 -
Eating a ketogenic diet has improved my health and made it easier to eat at a caloric deficit so I can lose weight, it's also something I can see doing long term.0
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I have not denied myself a thing when it comes to food in the past three months. I have had cheesecake, cookies, cake, and pizza in moderation. I have eaten lots of fruits and vegetables to help me maintain a diet between 1200 and 1500 calories each day (depending on exercise). I weigh everything that goes into my mouth and make sure I am drinking enough water. I have lost 22 lbs since June 21. You do not need a special diet (unless you have medical issues), just eat less calories than you burn.0
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I am used to the diabetic diet with the emphasis on balanced macros, vegetables, and whole grains. But that is for nutrition not weight loss. I steadily gained by eating an over abundance of nutritious foods.
You will lose by tracking and weighing portions. You will learn a lot by logging the foods you eat now. Some meals may surprise you for their caloric load.0 -
cut out sweets, fats etc. ? what is the best to cut back on, to stay in the right calorie count and be satisfied ?
No, you don't cut out anything, you just learn portion control. I recommend weighing foods, ensuring you have correct calorie counts, and staying within your calorie goals.0 -
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cut out sweets, fats etc. ? what is the best to cut back on, to stay in the right calorie count and be satisfied ?
You can eat LITERALLY anything you want, as long as you maintain a calorie deficit. There are some things that are helpful for the sake of saiety (not feeling hungry). Protein and fat will keep you fuller, longer. Veggies are generally super low in calories, etc.
Most people (including myself) find it much easier if they don't give up any of the foods they love, just make them fit in their calorie deficit.0 -
The best diet is the one you can stick to.
The first thing to understand is that there's no reason to be afraid of carbs and fat, they just need to be consumed from good sources and in moderation for your needs.
You need to be in a slight calorie deficit at all times to illicit weight loss, but to do this you need to know your BMR and TDEE.
Above all, health is the most important factor, so make sure you're eating lots of fresh veggies and good sources of carbs, fats and proteins. Slimmers World meals et al ARE NOT healthy.
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The best diet is whatever works for you. Only you can know what works for you. If you don't know, you should find out! Lots of different approaches may work for you, you just have to pick one, and stick to it.
What works for everybody though - regarding weight loss - is a moderate but consistent calorie deficit. How many calories one should eat, will vary according to height, weight, gender and how active you are.
Counting calories has made me aware of what I eat, how much, how, and why. I still eat the same foods I used to eat, but in other proportions. I cook more from scratch, I eat structured meals. I have a varied and balanced diet with food from all food groups every day. I eat when I'm hungry, and stop when I'm full (not stuffed). I only eat what I like, but eating more natural and whole foods has changed my taste preferences somewhat. I deny myself nothing, but avoid foods that are more trouble than fun. I prefer to train my habits instead of relying on willpower.
I've lost 45 pounds and a lot of anxiety, and gained a lot of insight and confidence. Just 11 months into maintenance, I hope I have the right amount of humility though.0 -
The eat what i want and exercise diet0
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thanks to all of you0
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what works for you?
There is no "One Way" to lose weight. Each person, and their needs, is different. Many lose with a program like Weight Watchers but just as many do better on their own.
The keys are:- eat less than you burn
- adjust for medical issues
- choose nutrient rich foods for the majority of your foods
- have a treat when you need one and can work it in
- eat the types of foods you like and satisfy you
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Every diet plan in the world that can work has one common denomanater a Calorie Deflict. Some mask it with buy our food deals or smoothie deals, a few will push excersise work out programs but it all comes down to what's common the Calorie Deflict. Not to say excersise is bad, I run and work out 6 days a week and it has helped me with other health issues as well.0
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