Calorie Intake

eluv61488
eluv61488 Posts: 12
edited December 23 in Health and Weight Loss
I work out 5-6 times a week, and I was doing really well eating wise, but now I can't seem to consume ENOUGH calories! My metabolism is definitely speeding up which is great, but although I'm hungry more often I get full very quickly. I know I need to eat more, but I also don't like forcing myself to eat...Suggestions???

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  • Shelgirl001
    Shelgirl001 Posts: 477 Member
    I've been told to eat nuts and protein items like eggs and red meat or chicken to help with the calories. It adds up quickly and you don't have to eat as much food then. You could have protein shakes or add the powder to a smoothie, also.
  • kdeaux1959
    kdeaux1959 Posts: 2,675 Member
    Eat smaller meals more often. Healthy snacks and such. Some experts recommend eating 6 smaller meals per day rather than the 3 traditional ones. This may help in your case.
  • splucy
    splucy Posts: 353
    Get some nuts in ya!

    That sounded kind of wrong...

    but nuts are full of nutrition and are high in calories! Almonds, walnuts, cashews (my fave), peanuts, macadamias.... so many yummy options!
  • randomartisrgirl
    randomartisrgirl Posts: 133
    Them don't force, just eat as much as you can :) I personally don't believe the whole "you have to eat a certain amout or STARVATION MODE NO WEIGHT LOSS OMG," everyone is different and has their own limits. Eat hwalthy and make your calories worth it, and your body will be more concerned with nutrients than calories it took to get there. Though I would suggest juices if you're really having problems getting there, they're easy to consume.
  • StephanieEmpson
    StephanieEmpson Posts: 170
    Hello,
    Try smaller meals more often. High protien like nuts, shakes, canned tuna, salmon. I have to be careful of carbs and sugars so I don't do a lot of fruit, but I do love veggies, celery, radishes and such. Good luck.:smile:
  • shelbiejo
    shelbiejo Posts: 283 Member
    Nuts nuts nuts! They have helped me sooo much when it comes to eating more. The almonds I have are like 170 calories for 24 of them. They are awesome!
  • eluv61488
    eluv61488 Posts: 12
    Thanks for the great advice!!!
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