Calorie restricting diet

DrPepper

It is the only thing that works for me... I am a binge eater, I can do a months worth of damage to my weight in on setting if left unchecked.

I also have medical conditions that dictate the foods that my body can use.

I have tried all of the named diets and finally realized I was a binge eater and had insulin resistance.

I have cut out as much added sugar from my diet as I can. I limit processed foods and red meat. I use very little added oil.

With the help of Cronometer I am trying to eat around 1000 calories a day. I am a 62 yo male and I lead a primarily sedentary lifestyle due to my health.

I lost a lot of weight a few years ago but some has creep back on.

I will post back to this thread weekly results. First weigh in today at the docs office...

Karen_Cronometer

Best of luck DrPepper! Congrats on making these changes again and holding yourself accountable. I look forward to seeing your progress

CookieRehab

I have seen a pattern of over restricting and then binging in myself and others. I would not suggest eating under 1500 as a male. I feel like you may be setting yourself up for another relapse by over restricting so much and under eating.

I think it would be beneficial to speak with a doctor about your diet and your issues. Best of luck.

Susan_RD_101

@CookieRehab this is really sound advice. Thanks for sharing!