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eat more calorie dense foods like nuts and nut butters, and up the fat on your dairy

double check and make sure your macros are for sure how they should be. eat more starchy vegetables, rice, pasta, etc. especially if you're really active

please go to a professional for help!!

^ that's right. your net calories should equal your mfp goal, so eat back 75% of what mfp calculates to account for inaccuracy. both strength and cardio burn tons of calories so make sure to nourish your body properly

eat your high calories. given your current weight and activity level as well as muscle %, your body probably burns through it pretty rapidly. 1500 may be way too low for your body to function properly. if you're still concerned, visit a dietician that is specialized in this kind of stuff

just iron because of doctor recommendation for me personally. i think if you eat a good amount of natural foods- fruits and vegetables particularly, you shouldn't need many, if any, supplements. if you're trying to gain a ton of muscle mass- maybe add some protein or creatine, but it can still be done without

do it! definitely still eat the foods you enjoy, even if over your calorie goal, just not ALL the time

i prefer to eat 3 mid sized meals a day with snacks in between. I like feeling absolutely full for a couple of hours, and the snacks keep my metabolism up. when i did pure snacks i had issues with being backed up. and meals allow for more macro-balanced meals because snacks are typically very high in carbs/fat/low in…

almond milk is my absolute favorite- i drink it plain and in cereals, oatmeals, smoothies, fruit bowls etc. i typically get a container of the unsweetened, and sometimes either the chocolate or vanilla depending on what i'm in the mood for but the original is fine because i don't like it super sweet and it's much lower in…

ehhh enjoy yourself and don't worry about macros. if you really want to, maybe be mindful of what you're eating but honestly it's only a week

switch to brown rice, the higher fiber will aid digestion and alleviate some of the issues. I usually get a salad with brown rice, black beans, chicken or tofu, fajita veggies, and corn salsa and it is DELICIOUS and doesn't wreck my eating for the day :)

wouldn't worry about it at all

try to fill up on lots of nutrient dense foods- lean proteins, dairy, whole grains, lots of fresh fruits and vegetables. if you are in a deficit you will lose weight- but you won't necessarily lose fat. for a couple of months i ate lots of carbs and fatty foods at a deficit and lost weight but looked exactly the same. once…

loooove spaghetti squash. it doesn't taste just like spaghetti, but i kinda like the taste better? and i top it with all sorts of stuff- bolognese/marinara, used in pad thai dishes, honestly it's so delicious and versatile :) <3

with fruit and veggies don't worry about the natural sugar- it's accompanied by tons of fiber that prevents spikes in sugar levels and aids digestion. don't feel guilty in indulging in candy or snack cakes- i eat ice cream at least 3-4 times a week and still lose weight pretty constantly :)

a lot of people who eat high calories are also extremely active, and are consuming lots of very nutrient dense foods that don't cause sugar spikes, or have lots of muscle tissue , which burns more calories at rest that fat tissue does

i would talk to your doctor and see how you should adjust your calories for the day but after modifying your goals i think it should be fine :)

i really love peanut butter and i think it's great in moderation, just make sure it fits your calories and/or macros (whichever you track)

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yes, the mfp calorie goal is about your net calories (calorie intake - exercise)

it really doesn't matter, i tend to have mine around my workouts, but whatever is most convenient for your schedule and works best for your body

you don't have to lift but it's a really good idea because it's great for your body, helps you burn more calories in a resting state, and shapes your body so cardio may just have you look "skinny-fat" when you reach your goal weight. consider talking to a nutritionist as well about setting your macros to fit your goals

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quest bars are absolutely delicious, super macro friendly, crazy high protein & keep you full, and not too expensive if you buy by the box

I wouldn't worry about it, the natural sugars in fruits and vegetables are accompanied by lots of fiber, so your sugar levels won't spike and digestion will continue normally. it's perfectly healthy. i think the sugar feature of mfp is more to monitor added & artificial sugars in sodas and processed foods

a lot of times what happens is that you're eating enough in calories but not enough as far as volume. try to limit foods that are calorically dense, and try to fill up on fruits and veggies in addition to your fats and proteins :)

not a bad thing at all! regardless of if youre working out or not, your body still needs protein :)

Unless you have a medical condition that would warrant low carbs, I wouldn't go below 40-50% carbs. your body needs carbs for lots of energy, and fats and proteins are too difficult for your body to digest, so having too high fat% or protein% can harm your liver & back you up

you can't spot reduce, but losing weight from your entire body and doing exercises that isolate your quads/glutes/hamstrings may help. also, if you're focused on your thighs, it's unlikely that you'll be able to see the progress you're making because you have such a negative view of your legs

eggs & nut butters of any variety, full fat dairy (milk, yogurt and cheeses), frozen meats are typically cheaper and you can get them precooked as well (I like the tyson pregrilled chicken breasts, or frozen fish filets) or fresh chicken and turkey are both relatively inexpensive. protein bars and powders.