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.

  • NeoNachtwaechter@lemmy.world
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    3 months ago

    800-1000 calories a day is too low and lowers my metobolism which will prevent weight loss.

    If you do it for real for a while, nothing can prevent weight loss.

    I’ve looked up some meal plans and can’t really afford stuff like chicken breast, steak, or salmon every week.

    Eat real vegetables and fruits. Fresh, where ever possible. You wouldn’t believe how cheap you can feed yourself if you do your cooking yourself.

    Avoid all processed food. Avoid all sugar.

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      3 months ago

      If he’s undereating, maybe some sugar in moderation. Humans need calories, maybe a granola bar or something