eating every 3 hours ?!

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StephW1990
StephW1990 Posts: 72
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I have heard many stories saying that eating little and often is better for you. Every 2-3 hours? What does everyone else feel about this ? has anybody tried and succeded ? :)

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  • Rae6503
    Rae6503 Posts: 6,294 Member
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    It's not necessarily better for you, but for some people it makes it easier to stay under their calorie goal. So if it works for you, and you want, to do.

    I generally do 3 meals and 2-3 snacks of varying sizes.
  • wozzy38
    wozzy38 Posts: 137 Member
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    I eat small meals/snacks every three to four hours...I just feel less deprived...Ive read its better for metabolism but am not sure if thats true or not..
  • Acg67
    Acg67 Posts: 12,142 Member
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    it's personal preference, it won't hinder weight loss if you choose to eat more infrequently
  • it_be_asin
    it_be_asin Posts: 562 Member
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    I tend to do it anyway, but I have found eating even smaller amounts more often (sometimes even 100-200 calories every 2 hours) can really help with satiety, which keeps you on track for calories.
  • reneelee
    reneelee Posts: 877 Member
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    It helped me in the beging of my lifestyle change, because I was a carb aholic, so eating every three hours kept my blood sugar steady.
  • gmann1973
    gmann1973 Posts: 247
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    its what I try to do my energy seems to stay higher
  • muitobem
    muitobem Posts: 436 Member
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    I eat every 2-3 hours all the time the last year..I never used to and then I finally realized that it has helped me out a lot to. I had a better weight loss by eating 5-6 times a day...3 small meals & 3 snacks...My metabolism stayed at an even keel of burning and my sugar insulin levels didn't drop...It is a better thing to do..
  • kjannan
    kjannan Posts: 248 Member
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    I find when I'm eating properly I need something to eat every 2 hours, I feel like I'm eating all the time but I'm losing weight doing it :smile:
  • StephW1990
    StephW1990 Posts: 72
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    Think I'll give it a try !! Thanks guys :happy:
  • OtakuEngineer
    OtakuEngineer Posts: 31
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    Since I started restricting my calories I find it a lot easier to eat every few hours in smaller portions rather than a few big meals. I find that I eat more when I let myself get the point where I'm actually hungry. Some days I need more food than others so I'll eat a little more at some times, but overall similar sized portions 2-3 hours apart. I would imagine it's more of a matter of personal preference though, just do what helps you out.
  • lynn1982
    lynn1982 Posts: 1,439 Member
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    I usually eat 3 small meals and 2-3 small snacks per day, which means that I eat every 4 hours or so. I find it curbs my desire to binge at meals but also helps me refrain from eating unhealthy food between meals since I have regularly scheduled snacks. It's not for everyone, but it's what works for me.
  • dk0713
    dk0713 Posts: 3 Member
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    I usually eat 3 small meals and 2-3 small snacks per day, which means that I eat every 4 hours or so. It has really helped me out. I have lost 18 lbs doing this. The trick is to make up your snacks ahead of time so you can grab a bag of healthy snacks. Then you really don't eat as much at your meals. I think it does keep your metabolism at a more even burning range. Once you get in the habit though you better have something handy to snack on!!
  • 2sexy4myself
    2sexy4myself Posts: 18
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    I eat every 2.5 to 3 hours per day. They are small meals/snacks. I have 2 oz of protein each time, carbs/vegs at breakfast/lunch/dinner and the other times I add some fruit. I started this on 8/25 and have lost 15 pounds. This is definately working for me. I don't get too hungry and when I do, I drink water and that usually helps. My motto is that if you feel hungry, your metabolism is working and there's a good chance you are losing weight.
  • lynn1982
    lynn1982 Posts: 1,439 Member
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    I usually eat 3 small meals and 2-3 small snacks per day, which means that I eat every 4 hours or so.



    Copy-cat much?? Seriously... Try using your own words next time.
  • moonflower09
    moonflower09 Posts: 91 Member
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    I eat 6 meals a day and it is working for me! Feel free to view my diary. My daughter switched to 5-6 meals last week and saw a good wt drop this last week. I am rarely hungry. The biggest secret is to plan ahead. I always have snacks and pack my lunch so I am never hungry. Good luck!
  • _Ben
    _Ben Posts: 1,608 Member
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    I dont get hungry that often, so I stick to 3 a day. The 5-6 is to keep you fed so you arent hungry, in other words, are less tempted to cheat
  • _Ben
    _Ben Posts: 1,608 Member
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    I usually eat 3 small meals and 2-3 small snacks per day, which means that I eat every 4 hours or so.



    Copy-cat much?? Seriously... Try using your own words next time.

    Lol I saw that was wonder why they said the same thing

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