How to make yourself eat

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  • JoRocka
    JoRocka Posts: 17,525 Member
    garyggriffin wrote: »
    U see alot avocado stuff flying about... can't stand the taste of it... tired to like it a few times wasn't happening
    no worries friend- it's not a critical path item. People love it- but it's not really the be all end all of calorie things.

    it's okay- it's taken my a long time to work up to avocado- I really don't care for the texture- I like guac at this point- but its' more like 90% salsa and 10% avocado... but it's just really calorie heavy and easy to eat and lots of people like it.
    But you don't have to eat it if you don't like it. No biggie- I tend to reach for ice cream before avacado.

    b/c ice cream is delicious.
  • Movemoreguy22
    Movemoreguy22 Posts: 386 Member
    JoshLibby wrote: »
    garyggriffin wrote: »
    U see alot avocado stuff flying about... can't stand the taste of it... tired to like it a few times wasn't happening

    I tried on a steak bomb once, and it ruined my $10.00 sandwich. I dislike it as well.

    Haha I tried it in burgers from like recipes, No go zone on that one aswell
  • Movemoreguy22
    Movemoreguy22 Posts: 386 Member
    blankiefinder wrote: »
    My son adds cytocarb to his protein shakes to add extra calories. He also uses Oh Yeah total mass, and Optimum Nutrition Pro Gainer.

    Well I blend oats so it's like a powder and throw it in a shake, cos I can't eat in the mornings but I'm bloody thirsty so I use that method
  • stretch1217
    stretch1217 Posts: 2 Member
    garyggriffin wrote: »
    So guys eating weekdays are great due to work (manual work) and its making me hungry etc etc but why is it when I'm off work (weekends) I'm not hungry and cant be arsed to make anything and I no that's the problem lying right there.. I'm not saying I don't eat weekends cos I do but I'm not eating no where near enough... how can I change this and is there any tips u guys can give me to change this

    I have the same problems but it's like I loose the whole appetite or sometimes I be high asl and don't wanna cook nothing
  • Movemoreguy22
    Movemoreguy22 Posts: 386 Member
    stretch1217 wrote: »
    garyggriffin wrote: »
    So guys eating weekdays are great due to work (manual work) and its making me hungry etc etc but why is it when I'm off work (weekends) I'm not hungry and cant be arsed to make anything and I no that's the problem lying right there.. I'm not saying I don't eat weekends cos I do but I'm not eating no where near enough... how can I change this and is there any tips u guys can give me to change this

    I have the same problems but it's like I loose the whole appetite or sometimes I be high asl and don't wanna cook nothing

    Another problem I have is that it's bloody Xmas and my work is shut down for 2 weeks so big problem in can't be arsed to cook cos I won't be hungry as much
  • elite_nal
    elite_nal Posts: 127 Member
    garyggriffin wrote: »
    Well when working I eat loads but cos weekends I'm at home and doing absolutely nothing obviously I'm not gonna feel hungry cos im not burning any food off but I'm trying to gain weight so I need to eat when not hungry.

    I got 3 tips for you...

    1) Try experimenting with different meal layouts and meal frequencies to find the approach that maximizes your appetite. Whether it be 3 large meals, 5 medium sized meals or 7 small meals. Everyone is different and this alone can help quite a bit.

    2) Incorporate a homemade high calorie smoothie or two into your daily diet. Smoothies are a very easy way to consume a large number of healthy calories very quickly and easily, and using these in combination with whole foods will make it far easier to hit your calorie requirements.

    3) Include some highly calorie dense food items in your diet (fatty fish, nuts, dried fruit, fruit juice, dark chocolate, healthy oils, granola bars etc..) and a small amount of "cheat food" as well (this means that if 80-90% of your diet is based around high quality proteins, minimally refined carbs and healthy fats and you’re getting in a couple servings of fruit and veggies each day as well, then the other 10-20% can come from whatever foods you’d like as long as it reasonably fits into your daily macronutrient totals. Following a “flexible” approach to nutrition like this will make your life far more enjoyable day to day and imo, promotes a much healthier relationship with food as well.
  • 883xlsportster
    883xlsportster Posts: 221 Member
    My 2 cents. I didn't eat much. Not that I don't like eating. Just skipping meals and never really being that hungry. Not physically active enough perhaps and ripping darts? After I decided I need to put on 5 or 10 quality pounds I found it very difficult the first week or so. I just went with foods I like the best that had somewhat decent nutritional value plus protein shakes. After the first week it got easier. Once the training catches up it's much easier to eat. I awoke at 6AM this morning with hunger pains. Been a long time since I've had that. Again my path. I'm new at this too and by no means do I have my diet down yet but feel free to look at my food diary to give you a idea.
  • Movemoreguy22
    Movemoreguy22 Posts: 386 Member
    I paid for a nutritionist a while back and what a waste of time that was... basically saying my diet is great and tried to make me buy certain powder stuff but wasn't intrested in that..
    So waste of money cos I knew I was eating good just wanted to no if they could help me put weight on or if I was doing something wrong
    Like i said weekends i struggle with i don't no if it's a lazy can't be arsed attitude or cos Im not active enough... weekend is my lazy days cos I have sciatica from slip discs and got an op on 4th jan but doesn't stop me gymming and working...
    Just can't get passed 10stone haha so frustrating.. but now gymming every other day so see if it gets my hunger going
  • 883xlsportster
    883xlsportster Posts: 221 Member
    garyggriffin wrote: »
    Like i said weekends i struggle with i don't no if it's a lazy can't be arsed attitude or cos Im not active enough... weekend is my lazy days cos I have sciatica from slip discs and got an op on 4th jan but doesn't stop me gymming and working...
    Just can't get passed 10stone haha so frustrating.. but now gymming every other day so see if it gets my hunger going

    Well for me the first week or two I just forced myself. Keep in mind we are not talking about a BIG meals. Just 200 or 300 calories every 2 or 3 hours. I set my phone as a reminder. It was easier through the week at work due to daily routine etc. Weekends are a little more challenging but when my phone chimes I make time to eat. Now that I have been training and taking calories in 6 times a day it is getting much easier. I hear you on the injuries. I deal with shoulder pain from a cuff injury 25 years ago. I try to work around it with different moves and work through it.
    Anyways I have put on 2 pounds in 2.5 weeks which I think is a decent, realistic gain for my situation & long term goals.
  • Movemoreguy22
    Movemoreguy22 Posts: 386 Member
    when I'm at work I eat 8am 10am 12.30pm 3pm 5pm 8pm 10pm
    But not working must only eat 3 times.. weekends I can't be arsed to cook so problery better if I buy stuff that's already cooked or preped up for me abit more expensive but problery encourage me to eat
  • 883xlsportster
    883xlsportster Posts: 221 Member
    garyggriffin wrote: »
    when I'm at work I eat 8am 10am 12.30pm 3pm 5pm 8pm 10pm
    But not working must only eat 3 times.. weekends I can't be arsed to cook so problery better if I buy stuff that's already cooked or preped up for me abit more expensive but problery encourage me to eat

    Oatmeal is a good staple if you like it. Just boil some water and add a little brown sugar, raisins, crushed walnuts etc. Eggs too. You can boil a bunch at once and put them in the fridge. Bagels are a good carb bang for the buck and using a toaster is pretty easy. The only real cooking for me is dinner most of the time. And thats simply boiling some sweet potatoes or rice in a rice cooker. I just got a rice cooker and it's very convenient to use. I get in the mind set inline with my goal. Calories first. Taste or whats nice on the palate or looks nice on the plate second. Ease of prep is important too.
    If you going to spend extra cash maybe better off with a quality protein powder. I say quality as there is a big spiking scandal going on here in the N.American market. Again, all just IMO ;-)

    BTW you said gym every other day? Whats your goal there? Strength training?
  • Movemoreguy22
    Movemoreguy22 Posts: 386 Member
    Well yeah I say strength this what I'm doing at the mo.. Monday and Friday is my A WORKOUT but it will go 2x8(m) 3x5(f) then 3x3(m) so on, mainly bench squat dips with some over push excerises Wednesday is B WORKOUT and that's deadlifts,overhead press, lunges,pull ups,lats that will go 2x8 3x5 3x3 so every Wednesday it will change though them sets.. But every time my days hit the 2x8 I add weight.
    I'm only doing every other day cos I'm off work for 2-3 weeks so need to keep busy or kids drive me up the wall lol
    I'm a English/Brit what ever we get called now, I get my stuff here www.theproteinworks.com.
  • Alexgetsstrong
    Alexgetsstrong Posts: 1 Member
    Any alternatives to nut butters (I'm allergic)? I'm on the avocadoes like they are going out of fashion. Ice cream i love but the high sugar content is something i think about there. But maybe i should just put that aside while i'm trying to build up.
  • psuLemon
    psuLemon Posts: 38,426 MFP Moderator
    Alexgetsstrong wrote: »
    Any alternatives to nut butters (I'm allergic)? I'm on the avocadoes like they are going out of fashion. Ice cream i love but the high sugar content is something i think about there. But maybe i should just put that aside while i'm trying to build up.

    Eggs, cheese, red meats, fish, etc...

    Also, while on a bulk, sugar can be a good thing as it signal the release of insulin which creates an anabolic environment, allowing your body to grow. And if you are lifting and eating adequate protein, a portion of that would be muscle.
  • Movemoreguy22
    Movemoreguy22 Posts: 386 Member
    What do u guys take to work for lunch.. I have no microwave or anything so basically always eating sandwiches gets boring... I have a kettle for like pot noodles

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