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Yeah, a lot of people are turning to GLP-1 meds (like Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro) and seeing big weight loss results. They work by helping control appetite and blood sugar, so it’s not surprising they’re effective. The catch is they’re not a magic fix—once you stop, weight can come back if habits aren’t in place. Side…
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Hi Bev, welcome! Great question—this comes up a lot. You don’t have to force yourself to eat every single calorie just to hit the number, especially if you’re feeling satisfied and not hungry. Think of your daily calorie goal as more of a guide than an exact quota. If you’re consistently way under though (like a few…
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Yeah, there are a couple of simple formulas people use instead of plugging numbers into an online calculator. One of the most common is multiplying bodyweight by a set range depending on your activity level: 12 calories per lb → aggressive fat loss 13–14 calories per lb → moderate fat loss 15–16 calories per lb →…
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I totally get where you’re coming from—it’s really hard to shake that guilty feeling when you eat more than your “safe” number. But honestly, 1,100 calories is very low, and your body needs more fuel than that just to run properly, even if you’re not working out yet. Going up to 1,400 isn’t a bad thing at all—it’s actually…
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I hear you—it’s tough when food feels tied to guilt, especially while trying to stay consistent. First off, 1,100 calories is very low for anyone long term, and your body needs more than that just to function well, even without workouts. That guilt you felt at 1,400 is understandable, but in reality, that’s still on the…
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First off, huge credit to you for the consistency—you’ve clearly been putting in the work with both diet and activity. It’s not easy to bounce back after health issues and surgery, so the fact that you’re already walking 10k steps a day and doing Pilates regularly is a big win. The changes you’re noticing in body…
