How do I even begin? Topic
Isabelb
06/20/22
I’m scared I’m going to want to eat more than the right calories for me to lose weight? How did you guys start your journey?
U1192093153HoneyG
06/20/22
Isabelb, I want to eat more too! I found that for me, when I found an important reason to stick to my counting I could keep it up. For me it is being a healthy care giver for my husband. That motivates me. I know some say,”do it for you. “ but when I am healthy, I can care for others. Find a motivator for you. I wish you the very best. You can do this. Prayer helps me too! I draw in God’s strength.
Dietician
06/20/22
replied to Isabelb
Hello Isabelb-
I am sorry you are struggling with a fear of eating too much. This can be hard and distract you from looking at food as nourishment.
While tracking food and exercise can be valuable for users wanting to improve their health, it can reinforce unhealthy behaviors for those with or at risk for eating disorders. If you find that tracking is making things worse for you, please stop using the app.
We at MyNetDiary take health very seriously and support healthy eating behaviors. https://www.mynetdiary.com/eating-disorders-food-tracking.html
Know this message is coming from a place of compassion. We want everyone to use the app to achieve their health goals. Though we'd hate for the app to make things harder for you. Best, Joanna (MyNetDiary Dietitian)
Tommyboy526
07/11/22
For me I started exercising. It gave me accountability. I felt guilty to eat junk after working out. Try to pay attention to how your body feels from day to day. Each healthy fat makes you feel good and helps to reinforce the next one. Stay positive and don’t give up.
Tommyboy526
07/11/22
It’s supposed to read each healthy day. That was iPhones auto edit.
U1192526507
07/15/22
I feel so frustrated. I have been watching closely everything I eat and record it religiously. I exercise drink water and eat very very healthy. I am at least 10 lbs heavier and have set my goal to lose 10 lbs. I have been trying for at least a year and always seem to weigh the same EXCEPT I can gain if I Don’t watch can you help??
Dietician
07/15/22
replied to U1192526507
Hi there U1192526507,
When the scale does not reflect our hard work it can be very frustrating and cause doubt in the process. I hear you!
These tips have helped others get the scale moving-
1. Make sure you are eating small meals (3/day). This is important, as sometimes folks skip meals in hopes of cutting back on calories. Make sure to eat some protein and veggies at each meal as this will help you stay full and satisfied.
2. Weigh your portions, on a food scale to make sure you are not inadvertently eating more than you realize.
Here are some other tips to get the scale moving in the downward direction.
https://www.mynetdiary.com/have-you-been-dieting-and-exercising-but-not-losing-weight-try-these-proven-plateau-solutions.html
https://www.mynetdiary.com/estimating-portions-for-food-diary.html
Finally, make sure you have not turned on the feature, "add exercise to calorie budget." By turning off this feature you will not be tempted to eat back the calories you burned during exercise.
Hang in there! Joanna (MyNetDiary Dietitian
U1191554920
07/24/22
i hear you too. For me, I was just tired of lugging my bigger body around. My knees hurt, my clothes were tight. I like to cook and started making vegetable soup- 6 quarts at a time- and eating 2 quarts a day, for breakfast, lunch and dinner got me going. it was satisfying, low calorie and healthy. Then i added salad, and reduced the amount of olive oil I use. Anyway, as the weight started coming off, THAT motivated me and then I began challenging myself to eat less. I bought a food scale. And my soup basic recipe: Wash and minimally Chop into big pieces: 1/2 head cabbage, 7 stalks celery, 1-3 onions, 3-9 carrots, herbs and spices, and then more veggies- change it up. skip potatoes, not worth the calories. Veggies: beets, fennel, turnip, kale, chard, tomato, peppers, parsnips, etc. Add 4 quarts water, Bring to boil and simmer for 15 minutes. Use blender, almost puree it and divide into 3- 2 quart [i like the big glass mason jars] containers. Add low calorie protein; cooked turkey, cottage cheese, shrimp, raw fish or beans and heat 1 portion at a time til hot [and fish is cooked]. Garnish with scallions and parsley, optional brewers yeast or parmesan cheese. Snack on fruit.
U1192601207
08/15/22
I actually watched a video on Instagram that was super helpful. My personal philosophy is that weight loss takes time and especially if you’re meeting a huge target, you’re in it for the long haul. So this might work if you’re taking your time. But keep your calorie deficit low and non extreme. So let’s say your maintenance is 1,900 ~ your deficit can be 1,600 - 1,700. This makes it sustainable and can incorporate it into your lifestyle rather than just a diet.
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