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Need suggestions with 1800 cal 40/30/30
After quite a bit of reading recently, I've adjusted my macros to 40/30/30 and am fitting it into my 1800 cal/day plan. Trouble is, I can't seem to get enough protein without going over in fat. My menus aren't perfect but you can see what I'm eating in my food diary and perhaps give some suggestions? (I didn't track M/T/W…
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Regularly having trouble meeting my calorie goal
I've set my calorie goal based on TDEE -30%, given my current size and activity level, and even without adding in exercise, I'm struggling to eat enough every day. Sounds strange, but if I'm eating healthy meals, I average about 1600 instead of 1800 calories a day. I don't want to binge or eat junk just to meet my calorie…
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My 4 year old asked for seconds!
Lunch today was "chocolate milkshake" - chocolate protein powder, berry mix, spinach, and chia seeds. Lots of nutrition in that milkshake and she loves it! Score one for Mom!
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Saved my calories for big dinner out, which is canceled
Dinner was canceled and I saved my calories all day for a nice dinner. Now what? So far today, I've had: Green tea 1 egg, 1 egg white 1/2 t. olive oil 1 slice multigrain toast apple 1 cup V8 a big plate of grilled asparagus 2 chicken dumplings I have 1400 calories left for the day! What do I eat now to stay relatively on…
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Chocolate almonds, red wine, and other health foods
Dark chocolate is an antioxidant, as is red wine. Almonds are full of healthy fats and are very satiating. I'm adding them to my daily menu, along with my green smoothies (dark leafy greens, berries, and chia seeds, plus other fruit), lean meats, whole grains, low fat dairy, and green tea. What foods do you think aren't…
