Too few calories

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jts10
jts10 Posts: 37
in Food and Nutrition
Hey Everyone,

So I have a question. I am typically coming in under my goal (1200 calories) a day. I am currently 135 pounds at 5'4 just really trying to lose about 5 to 10 lbs and tone up.

I typically eat A LOT of veggies, which are not high in calories but are very filling (especially spinach). I know it's not healthy to eat less than 1200 calories and my goal is NOT to starve myself but eat healthy and lose the weight in a healthy fashion.

Do you have any tips or suggestions on what is good and healthy but will allow me to eat more around 1200 calories a day than the veggies I currently eat? I typically have meat at dinner which helps but I don't eat meat every day (and get protein elsewhere).

Thanks for the help!

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  • melizerd
    melizerd Posts: 870 Member
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    A quick easy way to add in healthy calories is almonds. Just a handful or two a day can up your calories a good amount and they are good for you.
  • honu18
    honu18 Posts: 294 Member
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    Nuts. They have high fat content, but it's good fat and are realllly calorically dense. Try to get some protein in there too, so some lean meats or even a protein bar/shake, that'll add a good 200 calories probably.
  • NuttyBrewnette
    NuttyBrewnette Posts: 417 Member
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    do you like avocados? Those would help....also nuts....nut butters (I like Almond Butter), quinoa.
  • kellyscomeback
    kellyscomeback Posts: 1,369 Member
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    Nuts, Greek yogurt, whole foods vs. their low fat/cal counterparts, protein shakes/bars, milk (2% if needed for calories), extra serving of meat & peanut butter
  • lb7970
    lb7970 Posts: 79 Member
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    I agree with the others nuts, protein shakes or lowfat cottage cheese and my personal favorite natural peanut butter would help bump up your calorie intake.
  • creatureofchaos
    creatureofchaos Posts: 65 Member
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    If you want to up your calorie intake in a healthy way, eat more beans and try adding raw nuts and a tablespoon of ground flaxseed to your salads.

    I'm vegan and in the same calorie-intake situation, but as long as my body feels good and I'm eating healthy food until I'm sated, I don't worry about it.
  • nrvo
    nrvo Posts: 473 Member
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    Healthy fats - Avocado, olive oil, nuts, flaxseed, etc.
    Lean protein - low sodium turkey, 0% greek yogurt
    Fruits - apples, berries, melons, etc
  • heidithompson78
    heidithompson78 Posts: 39
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    I am attempting to use protein plus special k, gives you a large amount of protein and has 150 cals per 3/4 cup

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