https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ot-healthy-habits-nuitrition-question Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Tue, 28 Apr 2026 07:16:47 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ot-healthy-habits-nuitrition-question/page/2#post-372487 Fri, 24 Jun 2011 06:41:49 +0000 suzanne 372487@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Oh, gosh! No please ignore the link - it's terrible and doesn't even rely on dna testing. Sorry about that - I didn't read it properly! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ot-healthy-habits-nuitrition-question/page/2#post-372486 Fri, 24 Jun 2011 06:40:31 +0000 suzanne 372486@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Hi, Tara! I QUICKLY scanned through the post - so please forgive me If I'm repeating comments or giving advise that someone has already given. I’m afraid weight loss is much more difficult than calories in vs. calories out – as you seem to know. Our bodies react so differently to different types of food. If you have any type of metabolic resistance (problems with insulin/pre-diabetic) starch is your worse enemy, if you have a high metabolism it might do you good to up your carb intake and exercise more. And something that makes it even MORE difficult is the fact that your weight and weight loss potential is encrypted in your DNA. Some genes or gene combinations make a body hang on to every last gram of fat whilst others are bad at storing fat (unfair!) Have you thought about something like DNA testing - sounds space age, but it really isn't? They test for the presence of about 8 different genes and according to that they know what type of slimmer/body type you have (someone who holds on to fat/someone who needs to up exercise/ someone who need more carbs etc.). It really works and it's not that expensive! Good luck!<br /> This is a link to an American version <a href="http://www.thednadiet.com/dnadiet.html" rel="nofollow">http://www.thednadiet.com/dnadiet.html</a></p> <p>[I had mine done and I’m ever so thankful – had the shock of my life when my results came back. I did a South African version of the test that tests genes for certain health problems – I have the DNA markers for osteoporosis and my bone density is in a STATE. This explained why I weigh relatively little and still look, well VERY well<br /> fed </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ot-healthy-habits-nuitrition-question/page/2#post-372460 Fri, 24 Jun 2011 04:52:11 +0000 Mo 372460@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Rosee, nice post! I have a habit I suppose of reading up on diet and nutrition as a layperson only. You name it, I've read it - starting with Fit or Fat by Covert Bailey back in the late 80's up to Why We Get Fat at this very moment. Insert at least two dozen more titles in between. Anyway, the most important thing is to realize what works FOR YOU and YOUR body. It may take some trial and error. And you may have different triggers - late snacks, stress eating. But if you read up enough you get a sense of what rings true for you and your body after trying some of the guidelines suggested. Best of luck! You are on your way with that first pound! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ot-healthy-habits-nuitrition-question/page/2#post-372431 Fri, 24 Jun 2011 04:18:56 +0000 rosee 372431@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>A question for you Tarzy, are you calculating sugars separate from carbs?<br /> I got that impression from some of the comments. I'm a bit suspicious of that as some complex carbs are more problematic than some sugars -- referring to the Glycemic Index of carbs /sugars.<br /> Also, I would consider tracking fibre as one of your 5 categories. I believe that will really help with your efforts. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ot-healthy-habits-nuitrition-question/page/2#post-372408 Fri, 24 Jun 2011 04:00:11 +0000 rosee 372408@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I'm currently starting a weight loss program after a fairly sudden gain of 60 pounds (on medication). But I have been reading a lot for many years about nutrition, first inspired by a nutritional anthropology class in university (still have the texts for reference). I have lost weight in the past successfully (20 pounds longer term) and I have tried popular diets which only worked short-term (varied results). I feel that a lot of the weight I am now carrying is my body rebelling against limited food intake and the meds I am on.</p> <p>You have a lot of great points above, but I wanted to add a few more:</p> <p>- I have read in several sources that fruits are important to a healthy diet, but they are best digested on their own rather than combined with other foods. Some sources say wait an hour before or after eating fruit to eat something else, since it affects how the fruit is digested (it could be fermented if other foods are present in the gut). I wouldn't worry so much about the sugar /fructose in fruit, unless you are eating more than 4 or 5 portions a day. Fruit provides fibre and many micronutrients (vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, phytochemicals, etc.)</p> <p>- Protein is important for weight loss and helps control hunger, but excess protein can cause Ketosis, which in itself is not bad (good for weight loss), but can be if ammonia concentrations in the body are exceeded far above normal limits. Then the ammonia concentrations (from the nitrate group formed by the amino acids) wreak havoc on the body tissues. Excess protein can be stored as fat as well. In summary: short term weight loss that can lead to illness and eventual weight gain again.</p> <p>- you probably already know: COHs (carbs) and proteins are 4 kcal per gram, fat is 9 kcal per gram, so I differ with Kyle that "protein is calorie dense" (fats are). You need all 3 essential macronutrients: carbs, proteins and fats in a healthy diet, and limiting any of these groups for supposed weight loss will only lead to illness and likely rebound weight gain as the diet is not sustainable. Also, each of these macronutrients are needed in the body for bodily functions, and lacking these can cause impaired function of the body systems and this can lead to weight gain (has for me).</p> <p>- If you are happy with 1200kcal per day, that is fine, but I have read that caloric intake should be a bit higher for optimum health. The low calorie intake may be too low for long-term weight maintenance. I've read (depending on the individual's size) that most women should not go below 1500 kcal per day. I have 2 examples: myself, I actually am experiencing rebound weight gain from being on too strict an eating plan that was lower in calories, compounded by the meds. I have a friend who is a avid runner that is gaining weight on 1200kcal a day. The limited nutrition she experienced has caused her adrenals to stop functioning properly and that has messed up her whole hormone system, causing the weight gain that she is having great difficulty losing now.</p> <p>- Nutritionists are only as good as their education -- and I could go really OT here but I won't -- and I have met with a nutritionist during a hospital stay. I followed her advice and 2 months later I was 40 pounds heavier! It wasn't necessarily her fault, but I have since learned that her program (what is commonly taught in medicine and the Canada Food Guide) is not necessarily what is best. I believe that this information will be commonly considered outdated within a few years as continued research shows that some guidelines need to be changed. Not trying to be too negative, but I have learned that with medical practitioners as much as anything: "buyer beware".</p> <p>Sorry, this is sounding like a rant. I want to congratulate you and encourage you on your efforts. Figuring out the right plan is challenging and takes some time and info. I just wanted to hopefully answer a couple of your questions and give some of the facts I have repeatedly read. I personally find my current weight /health situation a little frustrating and wouldn't want someone else to go through it as well, especially if they can learn from my mistakes. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ot-healthy-habits-nuitrition-question/page/2#post-372350 Fri, 24 Jun 2011 02:10:31 +0000 Kyle 372350@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Everything in moderation...don't give up any one thing. BUT, in answer to your question, protein is the most important. It fuels your metabolism AND keeps you full longer, but is calorie dense. Egg whites are a low-cal option that provide good protein. I put them in oatmeal to jump start my day. Fruit is sugar and that will make you hungry sooner and feed cravings, which is why it is a good idea to manage fruit consumption and lean toward low glycemic choices. I am a proponent of the Eat Clean "diet" because it's balanced and not extreme. You eat often, keeping your blood sugar levels stable -- and this has been a key to weight loss and maintenance success for me. I wish you well on your journey. </p> <p><a href="http://www.eatcleandiet.com/" rel="nofollow">http://www.eatcleandiet.com/</a> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ot-healthy-habits-nuitrition-question/page/2#post-372295 Fri, 24 Jun 2011 00:40:34 +0000 Mellllls 372295@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>as i'm eating dinner, i thought of one more thing. our typical dinner consists of a protein, a steamed veg., and a salad. Today was grilled chicken (marinated in fat-free italian dressing), steamed carrots, and a salad with a lite ginger dressing (all natural). i rarely make a starch (potato, rice) for dinner; i figure that I get enough carbs throughout the day that it is unnecessary. That may be helpful for you in lowering your carbs.<br /> **Except pasta. We do eat a fair amount of whole wheat pasta. And sometimes I make stir-fry with brown rice. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ot-healthy-habits-nuitrition-question/page/2#post-372289 Fri, 24 Jun 2011 00:33:50 +0000 Suz 372289@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Agree 100% with what Gaylene said; it's a question of building new habits, and not stressing about the small stuff, i.e. a bit of sugar in fruit. It's good to know you are having fun with it so far! </p> <p>Love the 1/4 rule; it's a good addition to the 80% full rule. Which, by the way, I interpreted rather loosely. I just didn't eat until I was bursting any more. </p> <p>I also ate a lot more than 1200 calories a day (and as you know, I am a small person), but I was very active throughout and continue to be active. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ot-healthy-habits-nuitrition-question/page/2#post-372282 Fri, 24 Jun 2011 00:08:07 +0000 Gaylene 372282@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>OK, I'm not an expert in this field but I dropped 25+ pounds and at least two sizes in the last year-- and, more importantly, have kept it off. Since my family history is predisposed to high blood pressure and heart attacks, I did it mostly for health reasons, although I must say it is definitely more fun to shop for a size 6 instead of a size 12. I should also say that I am VERY skeptical of most of the diet advice that I see on the Internet and in popular literature.</p> <p>My original thinking was that it would be pointless to lose weight if I just turned around and put it back on, so whatever changes I made to my diet and lifestyle would have to be permanent. Putting certain food categories off limits for the rest of my life seemed rather unrealistic.</p> <p>My doctor had recommended the DASH/Mediterranean plan as a sensible eating guide. Since I like fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and fish-- and the occasional glass of wine-- that guide seemed quite reasonable. I calculated that eliminating 3500 calories a week through diet and exercise would let me drop about one pound a week-- not dramatic, but quite doable. My other "rule" was to watch portion sizes; I actually weighed and measured at first to find out what was a normal portion size. I let myself have unlimited servings of fruits and vegetables. I found that that fruit-- grapes, berries, apples, bananas-- really helped satisfy my desire for something sweet. High calorie foods were treats-- fine once in while, but not everyday. I also followed the 1/4 rule; if I wanted something I could have 1/4 of it. If I really wanted more, I could have another 1/4-- and so on. In actual fact, most times 1/4 of whatever it was that I craved was enough to satisfy me. I also told myself that if I was eating well 85-90% of the time, the odd deviation was not going to make much of a difference. I made a commitment to weighing myself once a week. As long as the scale indicated a loss, or even just stayed at the same number, I was doing OK. My thinking was even if I could only lose 10 pounds it would be an improvement in my overall health.</p> <p>I think that I lost the weight because I focused on changing my eating habits instead of dieting to lose weight. Getting back to a regular exercise routine also made me feel better. My point is that I think that anyone who wants to lose weight permanently needs to find what works for him/her for the long term. If you can't conceive of life without chocolate, you have to work it into your food plan. If you figure out a reasonable eating plan (most doctors recommend 1500-1800 calories a day), add some exercise, and get on with your life, you WILL lose weight. It may not be fast, but it will happen.</p> <p>So, in answer to your question, I have no idea which food group is more important for losing weight. I suspect that it may not matter for most of us-- for most of us eating fewer calories and exercising more is the key to losing pounds. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ot-healthy-habits-nuitrition-question/page/2#post-372265 Thu, 23 Jun 2011 23:45:12 +0000 Mellllls 372265@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I am no expert but I wouldn't eliminate the fruit despite the potential sugar issue. There are so many other healthy benefits from fresh fruit that are important. I would suggest tracking your fiber intake though instead of either the sodium or sugar. Fiber keeps you full, so if you are making sure you are eating foods with enough fiber (which at least for me is difficult to do) I think you will see a difference in how much food you need to be full and how much weight you lose. Again, I am no expert... </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ot-healthy-habits-nuitrition-question#post-372263 Thu, 23 Jun 2011 23:38:51 +0000 Isis 372263@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>OK==that's more reasonable. I think I, and others, understood you to say that an English muffin had used up all of your carbohydrate allowance!</p> <p>Sounds like you are having fun! Why don't you play with entering some sample dinners/food and see what you can come up with that will use up the 697 calories in the right proportions! </p> <p>In my opinion, the sugar doesn't matter that much as long as you are eating whole foods (in other words, don't worry too much about the sugar in a piece of fruit), the carbs don't matter as long as they are from whole foods (sweet potatoes, beans, quinoa, vegetables, minimally processed bread), and roughly fit into your guidelines.</p> <p>By playing around, you'll figure out what works for you! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ot-healthy-habits-nuitrition-question#post-372246 Thu, 23 Jun 2011 23:19:21 +0000 Jonesy 372246@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Okay, I'm neither a dietician nor a mathematician, but something seems off! Maybe just go with the caloric intake and try to roughly approximate the recommended ratio of carbs/fat/protein? It seems like if you are eating only 1200 calories a day and doing a reasonable mix of the big three, that you will succeed at your goal. The trick, it seems to me, is being able to sustain healthy, balanced eating (above 1200 per day, I would reckon, long-term, right?) over time...A challenge for many, many of us, especially those of us who like pasta, wine, and all things Mediterranean :). </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ot-healthy-habits-nuitrition-question#post-372232 Thu, 23 Jun 2011 23:03:33 +0000 tarzy 372232@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Steph - I'm so sorry that I confused you!</p> <p>The English muffin had 27 carbs, and I'm allowed 165, so the carbs are not really a problem.</p> <p>It's the sugar and protein that I'm grappling with.</p> <p>I still have 697 calories left to eat for today (out of 1,200) of which<br /> 96 grams can be carbs (I'm allowed 165)<br /> 29 grams can be fat (I'm allowed 40)<br /> 4 can be protein (I'm allowed 45)</p> <p>I'm not stressing over it though.<br /> It's actually fun, and I'm just so glad I'm finally doing this! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ot-healthy-habits-nuitrition-question#post-372221 Thu, 23 Jun 2011 22:47:39 +0000 Aida 372221@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Lots of good info in here already, just wanted to add that you may need to be increasing your fiber intake; getting more fiber will also help you to feel and stay full. And if you're hitting all your caps except calories you could be short on fat intake; I run into this a lot (though I'm on 1400 calories daily) and usually solve by eating nuts </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ot-healthy-habits-nuitrition-question#post-372217 Thu, 23 Jun 2011 22:36:27 +0000 Freckles 372217@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Tarzy re dieting to lose weight but healthy lifestyle. A balanced meal plan is ultimately the best. If you cut something out for four months or so to reach an ideal weight it depends on how overweight/unhealthy you are to start off with. It may ultimately be better for someone to lose the nutrition for four months and decrease the weight while for another it is much more important to maintain the nutrition.</p> <p>Carbs, protein, fat are important for your body to run and function properly. All local, non processed foods are ultimately good for you unless you live beside a sugar cane farm.</p> <p>Carbs, ex an apple, are ultimately the fuel your body needs to drive a car, run after the kids, work, and run the organs in your body. Protein builds and repairs muscle and once that is done it is stored as fat. But... Another very important thing that protein/fat do is slow down the absorption of all carbs, simple or complex, into the body.</p> <p>We basically don't have white bread in the house but about once a year, usually on my b'day, I have french toast using white bread with fresh strawberries, not in season) and whipped cream. Is this the breakfast of champions, no! Is it going to kill a healthy meal plan, no!</p> <p>A nutritionist is a really good idea, like some of the ladies have mentioned. She has the knowledge of medicine and how the body works plus the education of all the different diet plans out there. Get your doctor to recommend one! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ot-healthy-habits-nuitrition-question#post-372216 Thu, 23 Jun 2011 22:36:12 +0000 Steph 372216@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I also just read what you said about the English muffin and that makes no sense to me at all. When I was on my 1200 calorie diet, I was doing it through Jenny Craig, which calculated portions based on the number of carbs/fats/proteins. If you're not a math person, this will probably freak you out even more, but basically I was allowed to have 6-7 "starches" a day, and each starch consisted of 15 carbs. I was also allowed two fruits. An English muffin typically was 1-2 "starches." (If I remember correctly, an English muffin had about 20 carbs in it.) It sounds very wrong if an English muffin is almost your entire carb allotment for the day, and when you add to that the fact that your calories are too low, I think there is a problem with the program. I would do a day or two with your current program and one of the other suggested programs and see if you get better results. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ot-healthy-habits-nuitrition-question#post-372210 Thu, 23 Jun 2011 22:28:02 +0000 Isis 372210@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Steph, just saw your post. I'm with you on carbs; I need them to feel good. I also eat only a couple times a week, and otherwise eat beans (carbs), quinoa (carbs), and tofu....</p> <p>For me, carbs are really necessary, especially because I run, bike and/or swim every day.</p> <p>Suz, you sound very disciplined! Eating to 80% full is great advice, and the hardest thing for me to do! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ot-healthy-habits-nuitrition-question#post-372208 Thu, 23 Jun 2011 22:25:12 +0000 Suz 372208@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Tara, I second (or third, or fourth?) the advice to eat whole foods, lots and lots of veggies, lean protein and healthy fat, and to reduce simple and especially processed carbs. </p> <p>Fruit is tricky. It's sugar, yes, but it is also loaded with vitamins, and can be certainly be part of a weight loss plan; however, it helps to confine sugary foods (including fruit) to the hour or so after a workout, when your body can handle the simple carbs more effectively. </p> <p>FWIW, during the time I was losing weight, I did not count calories (except for a two week period, to see how I was managing with macronutrients and whether I needed to make adjustments.) Instead, I controlled portions (eating until I was about 80% full), and moved starchy carbs such as potatoes, sweet potatoes and grains, to the post-workout period. I continued to eat fruit, but only two to three portions a day, mostly stuff like apples and oranges or berries. I ate lots of lean protein and healthy fat—more than the macros on those sites recommend, by the way. And lots and lots and LOTS of veggies, especially green veggies.</p> <p> I also continued to enjoy a couple of meals each week that included a glass or two of wine, a dessert, a rich sauce, a dish of pasta, or simply more food than I was typically eating. It helped me to know that I could still indulge in some of my pleasures and kept me on track the rest of the week. </p> <p>I've been maintaining my weight for the past six months. I eat more fruit now; it has become my sweet of choice, because, as others have said, over time you can lose your taste for the things you stop eating so often. And also, my body handles it better. I am ABLE to eat more without it turning to fat, because my body's insulin response is much better. I no longer get those hypoglycemic swings I used to get. Enough protein and healthy fat ensures I don't feel "starving" all the time. </p> <p>I am not following a paleo diet (I do eat dairy and grains) but apart from special occasions, I eat almost no bread, no pasta, no processed cereals—and I do not miss them a bit. What helped me was working in slow steps, as Heather said. Changing one thing at a time, letting myself get used to that change, and then changing something else. Trying to do it all can be really overwhelming, especially if you are feeding a family! </p> <p>My weight loss was slow, especially at the start, but I averaged a pound or two a week. You'd be surprised how soon those pounds add up to a big difference. And congratulations on already having lost one! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ot-healthy-habits-nuitrition-question#post-372205 Thu, 23 Jun 2011 22:21:46 +0000 Isis 372205@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Mo, I just loved everything Michael Pollan has written! I love that there are no glib answers and that everything is heavily footnoted. (Appeals to my academic side).....I'll have to check out Gary Taubes! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ot-healthy-habits-nuitrition-question#post-372203 Thu, 23 Jun 2011 22:20:27 +0000 tarzy 372203@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Steph - I'm also doing 1,200 calories a day. It's really not as awful as I thought it would be.</p> <p>I'm going by all the values given on MyFitnessPal.com - it's instantly tabulated by the program. </p> <p>Maybe I should try another site just for comparison? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ot-healthy-habits-nuitrition-question#post-372202 Thu, 23 Jun 2011 22:19:54 +0000 Isis 372202@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Does the program do it automatically? I hate to divert you to yet a new website , but I like <a href="http://www.thedailyplate.com" rel="nofollow">http://www.thedailyplate.com</a></p> <p>It'll calculate calories for you and also there's pie chart that will give you proportions of carb/protein/fat....(and recommended amounts)....nothing to calculate! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ot-healthy-habits-nuitrition-question#post-372201 Thu, 23 Jun 2011 22:19:46 +0000 Mo 372201@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Isis, In Defense of Food was a good book! I'm also liking Why We Get Fat by Gary Taubes but it's not as easy going a read. They are different but do both share the idea that real whole foods the way our ancestors ate them are the best bet. Taubes is a bit more anti sugar. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ot-healthy-habits-nuitrition-question#post-372198 Thu, 23 Jun 2011 22:16:49 +0000 tarzy 372198@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>NOOOO! My worst nightmare! A glitch in adding up the calories! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ot-healthy-habits-nuitrition-question#post-372195 Thu, 23 Jun 2011 22:14:03 +0000 Isis 372195@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Tara, I think something must be wrong with the way you are calculating grams of carbs and proteins. Even on a restricting diet, you will need more carbs than are contained in a single english muffin. </p> <p>And if you have maxed out your carbs and protein, but don't have enough calories, the only thing left to eat is pure fat. </p> <p>Everybody is different, but I eat a lot of fruit every day (several pieces). It IS carbs, but I really think it is a natural form of sugar, filling, and gives me energy to exercise. Fruit is full of antioxidants and vitamins. I stay away from processed fruit (juices and smoothies) and eat whole pieces, berries, etc. </p> <p>I also eat grains (very unprocessed bread, Ezekial), and brown rice, and I maintain my weight fine (even middle-aged; I'm 54).... </p> <p>I think Debbie's advice to meet with a nutritionist is great. I also really like Michael Pollan's books, especially "In Defense of Food". Good luck! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ot-healthy-habits-nuitrition-question#post-372190 Thu, 23 Jun 2011 22:11:36 +0000 Steph 372190@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I just wanted to come in with a small defense of carbs to say that it definitely isn't necessary to go paleo in order to lose weight. I am a vegetarian and I lost 35 pounds and went from a size 10 to a size 0/2 in four months (at a little less than 5'1, and I wasn't hugely overweight) by eating a diet that had about the same calorie breakdown as QM posted. I only ate 1200 calories a day. I know that paleo, Atkins, and other very low-carb diets work for a lot of people, but I did want to chime in to let you know it isn't necessarily the only way. </p> <p>I was actually reading last night about a study that was just completed that indicates the types of foods you eat really can impact your weight loss. They found that people who ate potatoes gained more weight than anyone. White bread was another culprit, although it sounds like you don't eat it. People who ate a cup of nuts a day actually lost more weight than anyone, as did people who ate yogurt every day. People who ate fruits and vegetables also did well. Here is the study: <a href="http://blogs.wsj.com/health/2011/06/23/nuts-yogurt-and-dissecting-the-latest-data-on-diet/" rel="nofollow">http://blogs.wsj.com/health/20.....a-on-diet/</a></p> <p>Since it is so new, there is still a lot they don't know about cause and effect, but it might be helpful to you when you're trying to determine what to eat. What seems strange to me is that you are hitting your carbs, fat, and protein limits for the day but not your calorie limits. It seems like it should all be equaling up, so I wonder if there is some kind of computation glitch in the program. Maybe the best thing to do would be to add a cup of nuts, which are pretty calorie-dense. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ot-healthy-habits-nuitrition-question#post-372184 Thu, 23 Jun 2011 22:06:22 +0000 tarzy 372184@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks, Debbie. It's hard to adjust to thinking about fruit as being not the best choice! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ot-healthy-habits-nuitrition-question#post-372182 Thu, 23 Jun 2011 22:05:24 +0000 Polly (thunalata) 372182@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I agree with Heather about losing a taste for certain foods after a while.</p> <p>I have achieved that at various time, but not permanently so really impressed to hear others who have done that!</p> <p>Go for it Tara! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ot-healthy-habits-nuitrition-question#post-372173 Thu, 23 Jun 2011 21:59:46 +0000 Debbie 372173@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Tara-I'm not the best person for healthy habits advice. One thing I did do after my husbands heart surgery was to consult with a nutritionist. It was well worth it. I learned quite a few things that I didn't know. For example grapes are pure sugar. Almonds are extremely good for you. The American Heart Association also has some good recipes on their site with nutritional breakdowns. Making an appointment with a nutritionist might be worth a try. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ot-healthy-habits-nuitrition-question#post-372129 Thu, 23 Jun 2011 21:18:07 +0000 tarzy 372129@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Heather - thank you for sharing! I love hearing about how other people have done it!</p> <p>I'm actually very committed to finding a better way to eat all the time, not just for a diet. The bread thing is hard, but I think maybe I can handle just having cereal for now.</p> <p>Mo - thanks! I'm going to study that chart! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ot-healthy-habits-nuitrition-question#post-372127 Thu, 23 Jun 2011 21:15:10 +0000 Queen Mum 372127@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>okay, I found on one website they recommend 45 carb/30 protein/25 fat.</p> <p>okay, nevermind my numbers since you aren't a number person :-)</p> <p>I'm not quite sure how you're going over your carbs or proteins if you don't have your calories in for the day. Perhaps you need to be adding more fats? That would get your calorie count higher... and it provides satiety. (I'm thinking fats like olive oil and avocado) Perhaps even a bit of dairy. </p>