Chelle 42 yr old Pagan Witch, mom of 4, living in the MidWest
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Nutritionist Appointment Today...Jun 06 2007 21:03
Well, the appointment was interesting, and informative. I discovered a few things that I should be doing differently, and some things that I seem to be doing ok. I have my portions/servings pretty much on target (although I discovered that my pasta and rice has been a bit more than it should be). We discussed what I should be having, percentage-wise, in regards to the fats/carbs/protein and she said that people are usually ok with protein in the 15-20% range, so I felt better about that because my protein is usually in the 15-18% range and I was feeling bad that I was having a heck of a time trying to get it higher. She said the carbs should be around 50-60%, and the fats should be the remainder. I admit, my fats are sometimes a bit higher than recommended, so will need to work on that as well. When we discussed the protein, I told her that I have noticed that most protein sources also had fat, so it was hard to keep the fat % down without also keeping the protein down, however I understood protein was important for the muscles, especially with the weight resistance exercises and such, so I asked about protein sources with little-to-no fat and she say 'soy'. So guess I'm going to have to look in to that.
We also discovered that the 'composition' of my meals might be tripping me up. Not so much with the meat/proteins, but the starchy and non-starchy veggies, and other 'sides' that are part of the meal, so we discussed that and I think I have a better handle on it.
The other interesting aspect of the conversation was the discussion about the calories consumed. She says that nutritionists and most doctors don't take in to consideration 'calories burned'.... they ONLY look at calories consumed. So if I ate 1300 calories and burned 300, they aren't seeing it starving yourself because they are seeing it as you have EATEN (consumed) 1300 calories - that the calories your body is using for energy for exercises, etc is the stored fat and not the readily available calories that is in your stomach, per se. So you don't want to eat back the calories that you have burned off, even if you have gone under that 1200 line. I got a bit confused about it, but you have to think of the calories consumed and the calories burned as two different calorie "stores". The 1200 consumed that is readily available will keep your body functioning, but the 'extra' calories burned (through activity and exercise) would be coming from the fat stores. Like I said, it took me a lil while to get my brain around the concept. I'm still having a little difficulty, but it's getting better.
I did admit to her that my waters have not been the best, and not NEAR as well as I used to do. Back at the start of the year, I was doing 10 8-oz glasses, easily. Now I am struggling to get 5 8-oz glasses in. And I can go back and figure out the events that affected me - emotionally, psychologically, etc - in regards to my goals, my diet, my motivation, how I feel/felt about myself and more. And I ended up blurting it out to Wes today, on the way back to the car after the appointment. I didn't really mean to just say it so bluntly. I figured it out a while ago. I've been trying to work beyond it, through it, around it, under it - whatever. It's like that whole event in January KILLED me. I am not sure how else to explain it. But little things that have popped up since - that mirror that event - just makes it all the more tougher to get 'me' back.
::sighs:: Anyways.... I guess I'm kind of back to square 1... or maybe square 3? I'm glad I had the appointment today because I learned a few things.
Hope you are all having a good week! ::hugs:: to all my friends!!
We also discovered that the 'composition' of my meals might be tripping me up. Not so much with the meat/proteins, but the starchy and non-starchy veggies, and other 'sides' that are part of the meal, so we discussed that and I think I have a better handle on it.
The other interesting aspect of the conversation was the discussion about the calories consumed. She says that nutritionists and most doctors don't take in to consideration 'calories burned'.... they ONLY look at calories consumed. So if I ate 1300 calories and burned 300, they aren't seeing it starving yourself because they are seeing it as you have EATEN (consumed) 1300 calories - that the calories your body is using for energy for exercises, etc is the stored fat and not the readily available calories that is in your stomach, per se. So you don't want to eat back the calories that you have burned off, even if you have gone under that 1200 line. I got a bit confused about it, but you have to think of the calories consumed and the calories burned as two different calorie "stores". The 1200 consumed that is readily available will keep your body functioning, but the 'extra' calories burned (through activity and exercise) would be coming from the fat stores. Like I said, it took me a lil while to get my brain around the concept. I'm still having a little difficulty, but it's getting better.
I did admit to her that my waters have not been the best, and not NEAR as well as I used to do. Back at the start of the year, I was doing 10 8-oz glasses, easily. Now I am struggling to get 5 8-oz glasses in. And I can go back and figure out the events that affected me - emotionally, psychologically, etc - in regards to my goals, my diet, my motivation, how I feel/felt about myself and more. And I ended up blurting it out to Wes today, on the way back to the car after the appointment. I didn't really mean to just say it so bluntly. I figured it out a while ago. I've been trying to work beyond it, through it, around it, under it - whatever. It's like that whole event in January KILLED me. I am not sure how else to explain it. But little things that have popped up since - that mirror that event - just makes it all the more tougher to get 'me' back.
::sighs:: Anyways.... I guess I'm kind of back to square 1... or maybe square 3? I'm glad I had the appointment today because I learned a few things.
Hope you are all having a good week! ::hugs:: to all my friends!!
love your blinkie -- it's true -- it IS a way of life! sounds like your appointment was a very positive experience -- I'm so happy for you! now that you have it all journalled, you also have a quick reference when you're logging your food in here too! what about creating a weekly water ticker in your profile? might help you to get that water in! proud of ya xoxoxoxoxo |
what about creating a weekly water ticker in your profile? might help you to get that water in! One step ahead of ya! :D Look at my profile page - after the weights ... I have tickers for the water and exercise challenges. The ones for June should be at the end of the tickers. I just need to actually get all my waters in for the day. It's been rough, but I'm trying! :D |
I'm happy for you that things are looking up. I wished I could afford a nutritionist. Better protein sources would be skinless chicken and any fish too. I eat lots of shrimp because they are very high in protein and low in fat. And ONLY 50 calories for 3 oz. Sometimes I feel like I'm growing gills and feathers! Snort...snort! Have a good day! |
Hey willow. It's funny that your nutritionist said not to eat back your calories. I have been struggling with that concept. My nutritionist said the same thing to me. But on this site it is a big no no not to eat back calories, so I felt torn between the two ideas. It helps to know another nutritionist is saying the same things. Keep up the hard work, because I know you have been working hard, a few tweeks and you will be on the right path again. Drink, Drink, Drink that water. I think that has been a hugh key for my weight loss. {{{{HUGS}}}} |
:::hugs::: I am glad that you and the dr are starting to work through everthing to help you on your journey. :) |
You're definitely not back to square one! And if you were at square three before, now you're in a well informed square three! Being informed never hurts. You've done so well up until this point, so this information can only improve that. It'll only get better from here! |
:::hugs::: Thank you soooo much for my 50 lbs badge. I uploaded it in my pictures. |
vrykolia, glad you liked it. Not sure what the next 'milestone' for weight loss will be for you, however when you hit it, I'll make you another one! |
Thanks for adding me to your list of friends. I really enjoyed reading your profile. You have a beautiful family. I admire your confidence in posting pictures of you that show the real you. My body is very similar to yours, but I simply don't have the courage to post or even take pictures of me that show my body. I simply can't deal with the reality- You've inspired me to at least consider it. |
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