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I'm trying to lose weight and was told that hwo I eat about 800-1000 calories a day is too low and lowers my metobolism which will prevent weight loss. I've looked up some meal plans and can't really afford stuff like chicken breast, steak, or salmon every week. So that is why I'm wondering how I can eat 1500 calories a day. Are there some alternatives that I can do?

Also I'd like to ask, say I exercise and burn say 500 calories would I have to eat those calories back or no? I ask cuz I've been told yes and told no.

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[–] credo@lemmy.world 0 points 3 months ago (2 children)

On apple there is an app called mynetdiary. HIGHLY recommended to help answer your questions. It sounds like finances are an issue, but the paid version really helps you dial in nutrition with detailed nutrient info and meal plans. The key feature of this app for me was the predicted weight loss trend line.. and then seeing my results line up perfectly. It’s almost like they knew what they were talking about.

DO NOT go below bmr..

If you are going into deficit, stave off the full effect of adaptive thermogenesis (“starvation mode”) with weights and higher levels of protein.

[–] whynotzoidberg@lemmy.world 2 points 3 months ago (1 children)

Poor advice, IMO. Going below BMR is ok, starvation mode is largely a myth, and, while nutrition is important, it is not necessary for caloric-deficit weight loss.

[–] credo@lemmy.world 2 points 3 months ago* (last edited 3 months ago) (1 children)

No the poor advice is to go below bmr by some rando who says, “No it’s cool. Nutritionists don’t know what they are talking about.” But go for it. Do like everyone else who is in a rush and turn your diet into a roller coaster and put your health at risk.

Basal metabolic rate (BMR) is the number of calories your body needs to perform basic functions while at rest. Consuming too few calories, also known as severe caloric restriction, can cause a number of health problems, including:

-Slowed metabolism: Your body slows down your metabolism to conserve energy when you don't consume enough calories. This can make it harder to meet your daily nutrient needs and cause fatigue.

-Weakened bones: Consuming too few calories can weaken your bones.

-Reduced fertility: Restricting calories too much can negatively affect fertility.

-Muscle loss: Going below your resting metabolic rate (RMR) for an extended period of time can cause you to lose muscle mass, which can lower the number of calories you burn each day.

-Nutrient deficiencies: Eating fewer calories than your body needs can make it harder to meet your daily nutrient needs.

-Other health problems: Other health problems associated with severe caloric restriction include anemia, menstrual disturbances, and decreased mucosal immunity.

[–] whynotzoidberg@lemmy.world 1 points 3 months ago

That’s not quite what I said. You have strong convictions, and I wish you well.

xoxo -rando

[–] lord_ryvan@ttrpg.network 0 points 3 months ago

As is always the case when people say it's on Apple/iPhone, it's also out on Android

Here's their website with buttons to both stores: https://www.mynetdiary.com

It's cheaper and easier to release on Android, and almost twice as many people use it, of course every single Apple iTunes app is going to be on the Google Play Store as well