Subscribing.
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Originally Posted by EmptyThaClip
Still, 4k+ cals just seems so high. That can't be right.
It takes an enormous quantity of calories to maintain 380 pounds. It may "seem" high, but it's definitely in the ballpark.
A target of 2700 calories is a reasonable place to start for someone with a history of major hunger issues. Losing 3 pounds per week isn't too shabby if it's sustainable which is obviously the big issue.
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Originally Posted by El Diablo
The more stuff this guy has to think about, the more obstacles he has to JUST START (and stick with it). At 5'8 380, I believe the most vital thing overall for him is to just do SOMETHING. And logging and lowering caloric intake without big diet changes is a simple first step.
This. Absolutely this.
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Originally Posted by youtalkfunny
Diet Coke.
Don't worry, after logging that first bagel, the remainder of the bagels AND THE SPREAD went right in the dumpster. You can put the spread debate to rest, it's moot ITT.
I really have no idea on the science of Diet Coke, personally I've never cared for the stuff. When I stopped drinking (lots) of regular Coke, I didn't switch. Was really surprised not to miss the caffeine more, I drank coffee for a week or two in the morning but eventually stopped out of indifference.
Definitely experiment with what you eat. Some things will make you full and some won't. Personally nothing starchy (carby) fills me up -- I could probably eat a whole box of Cheerios and be hungry again in an hour. Give me a little protein and fat and I'm good for hours.