Posts by ebilebes

I think the analysis tool should count the sugar from fruit less than refined sugar.

I also have a high sugar percentage from fruit, but I eat fewer calories overall when I eat more fruit so I'm not worried about it.  However, there are "better" fruits that are lower in calories and sugar (e.g. strawberries are "better" than pineapple in that regard).

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Original Post by hkellick:

Original Post by ebilebes:

It's funny how my inability to eat just 1200 calories may have actually helped me lose weight! I'm 5'7" so I assume my BMR is higher than that. This is quite interesting...

Short term only, I assure you. What you're saying is that you can't even eat the minimum the Mayo Clinic suggests to keep your body running smoothly. Oh, I believe you you're losing weight. For now. But eventually your metabolism, which is no doubt slowing doubt as we speak, will catch up to what you're eating. That is the essence of Starvation Mode, that your body eventually finds an equilibrium with your daily intake and that you will cease losing weight that way.

I highly suggest that you work towards eating more. It really is worth it. It works, long term, and you don't have to fear the effects of malnutrition that typically comes with eating too little.

the way this was phrased, it's unclear whether the member is stating that she was unable to eat as much as 1200 calories per day or was unable to eat that little per day

I thought she meant she was unable to eat that little and that eating more had helped her.

I didn't realize what I said could be viewed that way. :) No, I eat like 1400-2300 calories.  1200 is so low, I don't know how anyone can eat so little.

It's funny how my inability to eat just 1200 calories may have actually helped me lose weight!  I'm 5'7" so I assume my BMR is higher than that.  This is quite interesting...

Are there any lean/muscular 5'7" women out there who've had their BMR's measured professionally?  The posted link says mine is 1400 cals, but I have a bit a muscle on me so I'm wondering how accurate it is.  I'm 127 lbs.

I almost never will admit being on a diet; it's embarrassing.

Mini meals that include fat, fiber and protein:

1 or 2 T almonds + an apple

1/2 c cottage cheese + raw vegetables

hardboiled egg whites (with a little bit of a yolk) + clementine

fiber one cereal

wheat toast + 1/3 T peanut butter

salad with small amounts of nuts and cheese; I use pineapple as my dressing

I pack my lunch everyday with many small containers of food and then eat little meals throughout the day. I make sure I have enough fat and protein so I feel satisfied.

I hope this helps/gives you some ideas.

What has worked for me is to make sure I eat a some fat, protein, and fiber in every one of my snacks/meals. Carrots alone are boring, but pair them with a little peanut butter or cheese and they're great.

Also, here is a salad idea that is healthy, filling, and (to me) delicious:

1 1/2 c greens

1/4 c cherry tomatoes

2 T cucumber

2 t green onions

5 baby carrots

1 small orange

2 T pineapple

1 T feta

1 T walnuts

calories: 180

good luck!

135 to 125

I'm down to 132 so far... 

I've heard that .67 is supposed to be preferred ratio across many cultures. That is, waist/hips = .67. But we all vary so much in body type and can do little to control this. Alls we can do is aim to be healthy. :)

Yes, I belly dance too.  I'm in a university dance troupe.  I agree it's a nice way to workout.  It's much more fun than going to the gym!

I eat about 20-30% fat.  I eat olive oil, nuts, and flax seeds. 

Thanks for the response.  I do wonder about the effects of eating habits.

Here is something that has helped me: I'll wash and pre-cut raw vegetables, and hard boil eggs. Then when I want a snack (like cookies) I'll first eat some of the vegetables and an egg white, and then I'll have a cookie. This way, I feel fuller and don't eat as many cookies. It also helps to wait like 15 minutes after you eat the healthier stuff before you eat the sugar. I personally don't believe in banning foods; I just try to eat less of the calorie rich stuff.

I sympathize with you as I too struggle with this. Hang in there and keep trying.

:)