I need some advice

Comment by Keem on September 27, 2012 at 12:25pm

I would think that your body wouldn't cling to the weight as much (after it realized that it wasn't on starvation mode).

If you're still under the number of calories your body needs to function each day (BMR), you would still lose weight at 1200.

If you want some guidance to make sure you don't eat too many or too few, consider signing up for somewhere free like myfitnesspal.  (there are apps to so it's easy/convenient).

Glad you're ditching the whole unhealthy too-few calories plan. :) 

Comment by Jessica Green on September 27, 2012 at 1:29pm

Thanks. Yeah I use MFP from time to time but it just seems to take too long. I'm not really worried about going over my calories as I've gotten really good at counting calories and very knowledgable about the amount of calories in fresh foods and in prepackaged. I'm just scared that i'm gunna gain those pounds back increasing. My body never went into starvation mode in fact it felt healthier with it just because i was that obese.But now i'm light enough I can exercise without hurting so it's time to up them,.

Comment by Lynn on September 27, 2012 at 3:55pm

Wow!  That is a small amount of calories.  I don't know how you were able to stick with it long enough to lose 50 pounds.  My only advice would be to increase your calories slowly.  Just because you're eating more calories does not mean you have to eat "bad" calories!

Comment by Keem on September 27, 2012 at 5:04pm

That's right--lots of healthy calories like nuts, avocado, beans, etc.

Comment by Jessica Green on September 27, 2012 at 11:24pm

I looked at peanut butter and almond butter when i went to the store and was shocked by how many calories it had in it. Nuts are really ok? And avacados too?

Comment by Almost There on September 28, 2012 at 10:04am

I think the key to adding in those healthy foods is definitely in portion control!  I DO NOT eat nuts unless I have weighed them out.  I also don't eat peanut butter unless I accompany it with either a fruit or veggie serving--and I usually only have a half to 2/3 serving at a time.  I eat avocados (or guac) at least a couple of times a week--but not with chips!  Stick to big old servings of veggies and lean proteins, make sure your "breads" are high in fiber.  Keep counting calories--it may seem boring, but it is essential information.  If the amount of food is daunting, maybe switch to some higher calorie choices like full fat yogurt.  Enjoy exercise!  It can be so much fun--and it is so nice to be able to move and not hurt!

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