How much should I be eating?

[Sherhic4]

Hi all I have another question (would ya believe it!) I am still doing induction and at the end of my second two week phase. My weight flunctuated so much during the first two week phase,,up and down (I am not cheating) that I currently weigh the same as I did at the end of the first two week phase. I ingest between 1000-1400 calories a day stay at or below 20 carbs. My start weight was 211 and I currently am (still) 202 with the scale still acting flaky (or is it me?) percentages of fat carbs and protein are around what I heard we should be eating 65-5-30. not exercising at all.....mmmmm....Help!!!!!!
Thanks all

[Elizellen]

Many people experience a 'plateau' around the 3/4 week stage while their body seems to be working out what the **** is going on

How are your clothes fitting now - sometimes we lose inches while the scales stay still!

If you are unsure about your menus why not post in the 'review my menu' forum so people can see if they can suggest any 'stallers' but you are probably eating to plan and wont need to change anything.

Are you able to start exercising now? It doesnt have to be gym work - anything that gets you moving more than you are used to doing will help

Congratulations on your 9 pounds loss on your first 2 weeks - have you looked on the chart in DANDR to estABLISH YOUR LIKELY RESISTANCE TO WEIGHTLOSS (darned capslock key )

How much more weight are you hoping to lose? Staying on induction for prolonged periods does not necessarily mean faster weightloss, so it might be time to move to OWL now.

[Sherhic4]

Thanks for the response Liz. Will figure out how to post my menus (which I use Fitday .com to track)....now what amazes me is your statement that I am losing inches but staying the same weight..WHICH IS TRUE!!!! My clothes are looserHow is that so ?

[Sherhic4]

Oh I forgot to mention that I am looking to go down to about 150?

[meaty]

I am experiencing the exact same thing. I am only 16lbs. down since 7/27 and have been the same weight since last week. I have been on induction since 7/27.Maybe I should move to owl.

[Lizard099]

Maybe you aren't eating enough? It says never go under 1200 calories for metabolic reasons, maybe your body needs a bit more fuel. Just a thought, I am certainly noooo expert. Good luck to you.