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everything in moderation, relative to the balance of the other components of your diet (vegetables, protein, fats, grains, etc.)

No need for negative comments here.

I started out at 250 and now down to 175.. you CAN do it with motivation and dedication, like you said. keep up the good work, and stay committed in the long term!

I eat between 1600-1750 / day depending on exercise levels. My meals are usually around 300-450 calories, usually aiming for a medium size breakfast, larger lunch and smaller dinner. I eat 2-3 snacks a day between 100-250 calories each. My day is also heavily influenced by pre and post work out nutrition for around when my…

I take an acidophilus capsule as well with 10 billion active cells and I find that it has helped greatly with my digestion. In the past I have had bloating and IBS type symptoms and a combination of lowering my food intake (not overeating), reducing the intake of dairy, and the probiotic has helped. To be honest, I think…

Im 23 - still have about 25 lbs to lose. feel free to add me :)

I would prepare information on yourself, with your stats and personal goals. And then ask her what calorie intake she would recommend for you, what ratio of macronutrients (fat, protein, carbs) she would recommend, and maybe what are some good staples to include in your diet. You could also ask her to help you construct…

I've been told that it's better to consume non-gmo/organic tofu

Protein powder I think is the best way to get the extra protein in without adding to your other macros. I personally use Vega Sport - Recover (chocolate). I am vegetarian though and prefer not to use whey protein due to sensitivities. Cottage cheese or 0% greek yogurt also work well

My breakfast is generally between 350-400 calories, with around 25-30 grams of protein, it generally consists of: 3/4 cup (175 g) plain 0% greek yogurt 30-35g of berries (raspberries, blueberries, or strawberries - I alternate each week depending whats on sale) 1 T of chia seeds 1 T of hemp seeds or 1 T of a superfood…

thank-you for sharing, and congratulations on your successes :)

^ good answer

I'm vegetarian and have the same (or similar) macro goals. I can't remember exactly what my percentages are. You're welcome to add me as a friend and look at my diary for ideas. Since I upped my protein I usually incorporate a protein shake, and my other staples are: eggs, beans, lentils, quinoa, goat cheese (sometimes…

I agree on watching your vitamin levels. I take a vegan multivitamin and a B12 supplement. I've been fine on iron as a vegetarian for the past six years, but without meat you can't get enough B12.

My current protein goal is 97 g on a 1550 daily calories. I think I have the macro set at either 25% or 30% for protein. Most days I get a minimum of 80 but usually hit between 85 and 95 g. I am vegetarian and do rely quite a bit on dairy to help get my protein requirements. Protein rich staples in my diet are: 0% greek…

I've lost 55 lbs on eating 1600 calories a day and I normally don't eat much of my exercise calories back.

I'm 22 and my goal weight is 160. I have a bigger frame, curvy build.

I'm in Canada - I buy President's Choice 0% Plain Greek Yogurt. For a 175 g serving (3/4 cup) it's 18g of protein and 120 calories and 12 g carbs. I usually put some berries and hemp or chia seeds on top.

I am a vegetarian and have an open diary - you're welcome to check out what I eat! I do eat some dairy though and eggs. I find that you just have to be creative and take the time to prepare your proteins so you don't get bored just eating plains beans and things. check out recipes online like bean/lentil/quinoa veggie…

I don't eat back my exercise calories unless I am hungry and feel that I do need to eat more, otherwise I just eat like a normal day and don't worry if I go over by 50-100 calories. I read a blog post from myfitness pal from Facebook and the nutritionist said you don't need to eat back your exercise calories. BUT I eat at…

I'm 5'5 and weigh 218 and eat 1500-1600 and don't eat back exercise calories unless I'm hungry

You've got many great suggestions here, which I will probably be repeating. But I use as staples in my vegetarian diet: greek yogurt, 1% cottage cheese, goat cheese, eggs, soy milk. I eat tofu now and then but try to watch my soy content and processed foods made of soy. I also eat a lot of lentils and quinoa. Good protein…

I have some vega protein powder, will try mixing it with my yogurt :)

@healthygreek I find I have a hard time always meeting my protein goals within my calorie goal as a lot of vegetarian sources of protein are pretty high in calorie (i.e beans, legumes). I also want to avoid eating too much of higher protein food like the cottage cheese just to be getting the protein, its also expensive.…

It's not pleasant but chew and swallow a RAW clove of garlic. Garlic has powerful properties as a natural antibiotic and immune system booster, but in order to get the benefits, you have to chew it raw because that's where the benefits come from. When it's cooked it doesn't have the same benefits. I've fought off being…

I also have an open food diary!

looks good, thank-you!

I'm not looking to have a low carb diet. I'm concerned about calories in vs. calories out to create the needed deficit but I also want to work on a proper balance of macros and eat quality food.

Every weekend I make a recipe and divide it into portions for my lunch during the week. This week I made a vegan lentil "meatloaf". So I've been packing that for lunch along with some fresh veggies (carrots, celery, cucumber) and some cottage cheese. For snack i'll usually pack some almonds, and apple, or have an energy…

I just completed my 15!