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Welcome and well done for taking the first step! I’m still quite new and a bit clueless so can’t offer much help I’m afraid but just wanted to post to wish you good luck. My best first bit of advice is to find something that has a big impact but doesn’t require massive change (e.g. getting rid of liquid calories and…
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I eat primarily vegan and try to make sure I get enough protein and fibre and stay away from ultraprocessed foods for the most part. I don't think a vegan diet is necessary for optimal individual health, but eating lots of whole foods makes it easier to stick to a calorie deficit while feeling mostly full. There can be a…
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A few suggestions that may or not be useful - fibre recommendations are spot on (try to get lots of fibre, oats and oatmilk can be particularly useful for lowering LDL, but a general increase in legumes and other sources of fibre as well is optimal). Also, lowering intake of saturated fat can be useful (although some…
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Hiya, welcome to the club! If you're looking to increase your calories burned, I'd suggest things like gentle walks (if your knees and ankles are up to it), water aerobics or swimming (easier on all of the joints) and, for cardio, you can try starting out with some sitting down shadow boxing (works up a sweat). You don't…
