Unknown Calorie Level

Dohrnl
Dohrnl Posts: 43 Member
edited October 2 in Health and Weight Loss
Hi Everyone,

I had my first big hiccup tonight. I was at a work meeting where dinner was served for us, and I don't know the specific calories that went in it. We had a Jicama Mango Slaw and This Turkey and Bacon Wrap with what tasted like ranch dressing, but I am not 100% sure. I did google some similar recipes to what I think it could have been. What have people in the past done to avoid this happening?

I came home obviously and just guessed. Thoughts?

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  • M12e31g
    M12e31g Posts: 38
    That is pretty much all you can do. I look up similar items on MFP or google recipes to get an idea and than log a similar items. It's not about perfectly tracking, but keeping an eye on what you are eating and having a general idea.
  • Kimbie500
    Kimbie500 Posts: 388 Member
    That's what I do in those cases. You just guess the best you can when you can't know and make the best choices you can when faced with food not of your choosing. Sounds like you did a pretty good job.
  • rudegyal_b
    rudegyal_b Posts: 593 Member
    i just dont eat it, but i guess you cant always do that
  • ivansmomma
    ivansmomma Posts: 500
    Guesstimate, or if you know where it was made (restaurant), see if they have a website with nutritional information.
  • JoDeeD
    JoDeeD Posts: 391
    I have only been on this site for 4 days and have already had to estimate. I usually try to estimate high. It must be working because I have already lost 6 pounds (not an official check in). I may have to adjust my intake to avoid losing too much weight too fast.
  • Dohrnl
    Dohrnl Posts: 43 Member
    Ok another question..... how close to your calorie level should you get? Somedays I have an extra 300-500 calories. Do I eat these or just leave them?!?!
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