Silly rabbit calorie countings for kids!
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This thread did not go where I expected. Or maybe it did...
OP, as others have stated, there is absolutely no reason for you to do a 24-hour fast. That only risks setting yourself up for a binge-restrict cycle that is far more damaging to your long-term goals than a few days eating in surplus.5 -
L1zardQueen wrote: »I skip breakfast, eat a small lunch and have a big dinner with the family and add a little ice cream for dessert.
You sound like my female twin! This is exactly what my eating day looks like.1 -
L1zardQueen wrote: »I skip breakfast, eat a small lunch and have a big dinner with the family and add a little ice cream for dessert.
You sound like my female twin! This is exactly what my eating day looks like.
Me, three!2 -
quiksylver296 wrote: »L1zardQueen wrote: »I skip breakfast, eat a small lunch and have a big dinner with the family and add a little ice cream for dessert.
You sound like my female twin! This is exactly what my eating day looks like.
Me, three!
Ice cream is awesome, especially the coffee kind..... don't get too far off track!4 -
This thread did not go where I expected. Or maybe it did...
OP, as others have stated, there is absolutely no reason for you to do a 24-hour fast. That only risks setting yourself up for a binge-restrict cycle that is far more damaging to your long-term goals than a few days eating in surplus.
I agree with this.
Someone post the flow chart thingy.
@Hitmecaffeine323 how long have you been at it? It sounds like you are really freaking out over daily weight fluctuations. These are totally normal, for everyone. I suggest setting a realistic plan, and giving it a month before you make up your mind about progress. Overnight changes mean nothing, seriously!
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quiksylver296 wrote: »L1zardQueen wrote: »I skip breakfast, eat a small lunch and have a big dinner with the family and add a little ice cream for dessert.
You sound like my female twin! This is exactly what my eating day looks like.
Me, three!
Me four!0 -
Hitmecaffeine323 wrote: »Ok so calorie restriction diet starts tomorrow morning. I’ll do 24 hours of no food just a limited amount of water. Since I have a huge problem once I start eating I can’t stop. It’s like I’m possessed and any and all logic goes out the window. I’ve done fasting from 3pm to 6am with no real results. So I’ll try no food for 24 hours then check in on Friday. Does anyone have any fasting tips ?
Yes I do: Don't do it.
Instead, just log everything accurately. Swapping apps won't make you stick to your goals any better. Ditch the all or nothing attitude you've got and instead focus on making little changes. Make sure you're eating enough. Eating less can make you want to binge. If you binge you lose your deficit, if you don't you make yourself miserable. Don't do that to yourself. Start off by logging everything you're eating without actively trying to reduce your calorie intake. Then move on to reducing the number of calories you're eating. By logging your "normal" food, you can see patterns and it will let you identify where you can make the easiest changes.
This is fantastic advice. You don't need to cut out carbs or sugar or any other type of food to lose weight. There is nothing I ate before starting MFP and losing weight that I don't eat now. Literally nothing, no exaggeration--I just east smaller portions so I stay within my daily calorie allotment.
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Well that didn’t go well. I temporarily hit a wall, after my temporary bout of tears and desperation, my husband talked me off the ledge. I had turned into a spoiled brat, I was so used to working out eating right and getting results after a week. After 3 babies, and now nearly hitting 40 I came to my most heartbreaking realization. My metabolism is no longer running at that same kick *kitten* pace. Hello hot flashes (power surges) my *kitten* ! and pre-menopause this, getting old thing SUCKS. I thought being pregnant had been bad, but this waking up every 3 hours because you feel you’re going to burst into flames is horrible. Also waking up at 3am to change your clothes because you’re drenched in your own sweat almost as bad. I’m going to go low carb, for now while watching my calories as well. I’ve got some issues with lactose and some serious issues with bread. I can’t have any soft drinks, so it’s been years since I’ve been able to drink one. So I mostly drink water and if I’m being adventurous I’ll have a Gatorade. Thanks everyone for your feedback. Soft drinks for me =crying over the toilet and not being able to pee. Bread for me =swelling and hemorrhoids and Milk = gas and bloating. My dad’s got diabetes and my moms got a low thyroid issue. My problem has always been sweets, cookies, cakes, chocolates any and all sweets. Once I start I can’t stop. Thanks again for all your responses, there were some real eye opening ones. It’s time for me to shuffle along to the 40’s club. Give me a preview of what’s in store.15
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Again, so much woo....
Your metabolism doesn't slow a significant amount as you age. ~5% of your TDEE.
I'm 43.
And if you are seriously having pre-menopausal issues, go to your doctor. It's awful early for that.10 -
I'm 67. I endorse this statement. Our metabolism doesn't slow much. We get less active and eat more or the same as when we were more active. The sooner one realized this and addresses it, the sooner one makes progress.quiksylver296 wrote: »Again, so much woo....
Your metabolism doesn't slow a significant amount as you age. ~5% of your TDEE.
I'm 43.
And if you are seriously having pre-menopausal issues, go to your doctor. It's awful early for that.
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Hitmecaffeine323 wrote: »Well that didn’t go well. I temporarily hit a wall, after my temporary bout of tears and desperation, my husband talked me off the ledge. I had turned into a spoiled brat, I was so used to working out eating right and getting results after a week. After 3 babies, and now nearly hitting 40 I came to my most heartbreaking realization. My metabolism is no longer running at that same kick *kitten* pace. Hello hot flashes (power surges) my *kitten* ! and pre-menopause this, getting old thing SUCKS. I thought being pregnant had been bad, but this waking up every 3 hours because you feel you’re going to burst into flames is horrible. Also waking up at 3am to change your clothes because you’re drenched in your own sweat almost as bad. I’m going to go low carb, for now while watching my calories as well. I’ve got some issues with lactose and some serious issues with bread. I can’t have any soft drinks, so it’s been years since I’ve been able to drink one. So I mostly drink water and if I’m being adventurous I’ll have a Gatorade. Thanks everyone for your feedback. Soft drinks for me =crying over the toilet and not being able to pee. Bread for me =swelling and hemorrhoids and Milk = gas and bloating. My dad’s got diabetes and my moms got a low thyroid issue. My problem has always been sweets, cookies, cakes, chocolates any and all sweets. Once I start I can’t stop. Thanks again for all your responses, there were some real eye opening ones. It’s time for me to shuffle along to the 40’s club. Give me a preview of what’s in store.
You can make whatever dietary choices you like to fit your actual medical needs and your preferences. But regardless of a person's particular health, age, or behavioral challenges, weight loss happens with a consistent calorie deficit over a long time. So for long-term success, the goal is to make choices that make that process as easy and sustainable as possible.9 -
I'm 67. I endorse this statement. Our metabolism doesn't slow much. We get less active and eat more or the same as when we were more active. The sooner one realized this and addresses it, the sooner one makes progress.quiksylver296 wrote: »Again, so much woo....
Your metabolism doesn't slow a significant amount as you age. ~5% of your TDEE.
I'm 43.
And if you are seriously having pre-menopausal issues, go to your doctor. It's awful early for that.
+1
67 here too - I lost 50 lbs. while I was 66-67. The first year I did very little exercise and lost pretty much exactly as predicted by my calorie tracking. When I started incorporating more exercise I still lost as predicted eating back most of the extra calories. I've lost weight several times in the past - it wasn't any different this time than any other time. When I factor in my activity levels, nothing really changed.2 -
quiksylver296 wrote: »Again, so much woo....
Your metabolism doesn't slow a significant amount as you age. ~5% of your TDEE.
I'm 43.
And if you are seriously having pre-menopausal issues, go to your doctor. It's awful early for that.
I always love your posts!
OP, I lost 25 lbs at 39 and have run two bulk/cut cycles in my 40's. The only thing I focus on are my calories and watching that I get enough protein. It has not been more difficult at this age, in fact, I have found it easier because I know myself better than when I was younger and have much more patience.
Cut through the crap...set a calorie goal, eat what you can and what you like, weigh and log food accurately and reap the rewards. Everything else is just noise.6 -
Speaking as a cancer survivor and cancer widow, getting old does not suck. It's not getting old that really sucks.
Clearly, if you can't eat particular foods because of allergy or sensitivity, don't eat them. If you can't moderate certain foods, eliminating them is one possible viable strategy.
Beyond that, just stop doing trendy, unsustainable, extreme things. Maybe try this, it worked swell for me, from obesity to a healthy weight at age 59-60, without changing my exercise schedule (while hypothyroid, BTW), and it has helped me stay at a healthy weight for 2+ years since:
http://community.myfitnesspal.com/en/discussion/10636388/free-customized-personal-weight-loss-eating-plan-not-spam-or-mlm
(I left out the mistakes and false starts.
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What's in store after 40? Plenty of goodness, for those who take sensible, achievable steps toward a better life. I'm healthy, happy, and active at 62, and have friends who are likewise at 70+.
(Hot flashes: Mine came on during chemotherapy-induced menopause at age 44, while taking anti-estrogen drugs on top of the menopause because of my breast cancer. With no way to do hormone therapy - it would feed the cancer - I learned a lot of strategies. Use a freezable gel cold pack at night (put a towel on it so it's not too cold); it will help stave off the sweats for a while. Fans of all types are your friend; get a small folding paper or fabric one at an import store, carry it in your purse, and don't be afraid to use it anywhere. Getting your nutrition, especially micronutrients, on point helps some people. Regular exercise helps some people (not during the exercise, of course, we're supposed to sweat then ). Dress in layers. Keep your bedroom cool to cold, and ask your spouse to use some strategy to stay warmer; keep one foot outside the covers. Stress, alcohol, caffeine, diet pills, spicy food, hot showers, hot weather, smoking, and hot rooms can be triggers: Keep a diary and find yours. Dress in layers, and avoid single thick ones (like sweaters) even in cold weather. Because stress and anxiety can be triggers, meditation or other relaxation techniques help some people. Oh, yeah, and: Being a healthy weight can help.)
Best wishes!22 -
L1zardQueen wrote: »I skip breakfast, eat a small lunch and have a big dinner with the family and add a little ice cream for dessert.
I like your style!😁1 -
Hitmecaffeine323 wrote: »Well that didn’t go well. I temporarily hit a wall, after my temporary bout of tears and desperation, my husband talked me off the ledge. I had turned into a spoiled brat, I was so used to working out eating right and getting results after a week. After 3 babies, and now nearly hitting 40 I came to my most heartbreaking realization. My metabolism is no longer running at that same kick *kitten* pace. Hello hot flashes (power surges) my *kitten* ! and pre-menopause this, getting old thing SUCKS. I thought being pregnant had been bad, but this waking up every 3 hours because you feel you’re going to burst into flames is horrible. Also waking up at 3am to change your clothes because you’re drenched in your own sweat almost as bad. I’m going to go low carb, for now while watching my calories as well. I’ve got some issues with lactose and some serious issues with bread. I can’t have any soft drinks, so it’s been years since I’ve been able to drink one. So I mostly drink water and if I’m being adventurous I’ll have a Gatorade. Thanks everyone for your feedback. Soft drinks for me =crying over the toilet and not being able to pee. Bread for me =swelling and hemorrhoids and Milk = gas and bloating. My dad’s got diabetes and my moms got a low thyroid issue. My problem has always been sweets, cookies, cakes, chocolates any and all sweets. Once I start I can’t stop. Thanks again for all your responses, there were some real eye opening ones. It’s time for me to shuffle along to the 40’s club. Give me a preview of what’s in store.
Rubbish.
I’m 41, and I just lost 16 stone by calorie counting. Entirely accurately by MFP’s calorie goals.
Why are you willing to do almost anything, including crazy 24-hour fasts, rather than check and fix your logging?13 -
Sadly we all started with early menopause, you look Fantastic by the way.1
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Ann thanks for all the tips to dealing with the hot flashes. I got so desperate one night I soaked my socks in cold water and put them on. They were completely dry by 4am. I have noticed that keeping my weight under control really helps. Also the emotional roller coaster has been an insane ride.0
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OP, if you believe that you're having perimenopausal symptoms, have you discussed this with your doctor? Late 30s are early but not unheard of for perimenopause. Your doctor can discuss potential treatments for your physical and emotional symptoms; you don't have to just suffer through them without medical help.0
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... I only have one thing to ask after reading through this thread.
OP, you listed a bunch of issues going on, and then... Some other issues that aren't your own, but your parents' issues... Has your doctor said you had thyroid issues or diabetes...? Parents having them, and you not, wouldn't affect it. Pre-menopausal, I get. That is your own personal issue. Your parent's health isn't your health, though. If you suspect you have the same issues, see the doctor, because those are seriously medical conditions.
... I lied, second question.
You say you will 'watch your calories'. How so? Will you get a food scale, etc? And what calories will you eat at?
[Edit; I have a ridic amount of family with diabetes, and a ridic amount of family with thyroid issues, parents included. I do not have any of that. There are even more health issues in the family, of which I do not have. Their issues do not affect me. Yes, I would stall on weightloss for a month, but you keep on trucking. If it continues for over a month with no loss, THEN alter what you are eating at. Still no for another month, zero loss overall as it WILL fluctuate... See doc.
100lbs down, and have kept it off for roughly 2 years. I COME FOR THE FORUMS.
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The pre menopausal symptoms are quite distressing and 39, whilst young, is not overly unusual to begin them.
Some women sail through menopause with no issues, some don't.
Yes, see your doctor if symptoms are causing distress
That isn't a weight loss issue though.
And of course avoid any food which cause you any adverse affects - nobody has to eat bread or milk or anything in particular.
Bottom line is still sticking to calorie deficit.
* speaks as 55 year old woman who lost then maintained weight, since 2013. Was still getting periods till 12 months ago - calorie amount I am maintaining on has not changed.3 -
I think you should invest in a food scale. Are you logging everything? Being honest with serving sizes? How do you really know how much you’re eating unless you measure? You can definitely be over eating. Wonderful thing about weight loss is, you dont even need to exercise, just have a calorie deficit.2
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