19 years old and close to 300 pounds

Momepro wrote: »

Here are some things that have really been helping me.


Break things down into individual behaviors and habits. Instead of looking at this as an all at once, or all or nothing proposition, find ways to break things down into smaller and more sustainable habits. That makes it much easier to pinpoint where something is not working, and fix it, rather than staring at the whole jumbled mess of NOT WORKING. Plus, when you do backslide, you are less likely to drop everything, just one or two habits, that can then be fixed again. Otherwise, trying to everything at once, means that you are likely to leave out something important (like weighing food), and pay excessive attention to things that aren't. (Like fiber drinks and vinegar)
Don't demonize foods that don't actually make you feel bad. Obviously if you have food sensitivities avoid those things, but don't cut out all your favorite goodies because they are not "healthy". Think of your calories as a type of currency. You should purchase the nutrient rich stuff first, budget for regular treats, and don't waste any calories on stuff you hate, even if it is theoretically good for you.
Log EVERYTHING. Don't even worry about changing what you normally eat for a couple of weeks.
Don't JUST weigh (with a scale is best) everything you eat, also write why you are eating it (i.e, lunchtime, hungry, kind of bored, out with friends, watching tv) and how you are feeling right before, right after and an hour after (hungry, comfortable, normal, full, very full bloated, drowsy, OMG I am so damn sick of this crap I want to throw the whole plate out a window, etc).
This gives you a baseline pattern for your normal habits and routine. From there, it's just a matter of experimenting. Are you very full after dinner? Cut back on a few things. Does lunch leave you bloated and gassy after an hour, try less or no mayo, and see if there's something you don't mind dropping each meal (fries, or cheese, or maybe only 2 tacos instead of 3).Are you starving an hour after dinner?Maybe more fats during.
It's amazing how quickly these small and easily sustainable changes will add up to big calorie cuts. Only cut one or two things at a time, until they become habit instead if trying to do everything at once. That way they become individual habits instead of one big "diet".

Sasssy69 wrote: »

fergusonjamillah wrote: »

kommodevaran wrote: »

You can eat anything you want, but you have to eat less. There are no healthy (or unhealthy) foods. A healthy diet is balanced and varied - a little bit of everything is best. Can you cook? If not, learn.

Yes i know how to cook, but i need some recipies ideas that wont break my bank and is delicious.

Try this website: https://www.allrecipes.com/recipes/84/healthy-recipes/?internalSource=hubcard&referringContentType=search results&clickId=cardslot 1

I use allrecipes.com to get meal ideas for healthy eating. I've also found them to be economical. If you're cooking for just one, you can portion out your leftovers for lunches and dinners. That will save you some money.

HdezJ wrote: »

fergusonjamillah wrote: »

All my life i been struggling with my weight i never been skinny like others. I was always bigboned and tall. But now that i am older i let my weight take over my life. i went through depression looked for love in the wrong places because i did not love myself. But now i am learning to love myself and work out for me and i am struggling still, but i hope i can find my way and reach my 1st goal of 250pound. Looking for support and some healthy food tips.

What's up, im all about helping people reach there goals!!! It gets me excited when I see people change for the better.
Make yourself an achievable goal and go after it. Great things take great sacrifice, and never forget where you came from.
At times you may plateau but see how far you've come even if it's just 10,20, or 30 lbs and let that motivate you to keep pushing forward.

My bro was 360 and he worked out and dieted with me and go down to 300 in a little over 2 months. It wasn't easy but well worth it

What has helped me in this "KISS"
Keep It Simple Stupid

Don't over complicate it
For example here is my meal plan

Keto coffee
Eggs, bacon, cheese
Peanut Butter
Pulled pork (no BBQ sauce) and salad with ranch
Avocado and hamburger with lettuce as buns
45 min weight lifting

Also check out Jason Wittrock aka keto king

busyPK wrote: »

Congrats on making the step to become healthier. My diary is open so feel free to look around - or on other's open diaries for food ideas. I eat some frozen meals for work lunches, but also cook about 3 times a week. My go to recipes are beef tacos, breakfast casseroles, grilled or baked chicken (marinated or seasoned with dry spices) and I always have fresh or frozen veggies on hand as well as fruit. It is rather simple, but for me learning portion control was key. I can easily overeat and go over my calories.