I could be wrong,, obviously, because I don't know you, but protein and fat and IF are only going to get you so far.

Cutting out sugar is the main cause of your lament. It is hard, but you will adjust with time.

The rest is very likely psychological. The continual thinking about food via tracking and calorie cutting leaves you feeling hungry because it's always on your mind.

Why not try just cutting your portion sizes, which you indicate was the problem. Snack all you want on vegetables and Instead of tracking, just try to reduce your normal, healthy diet and don't focus on it.

Between that and adjusting to no sugar ( and I'd you cut fruit, ass it back in to help with the added processes sugar withdrawal), I bet you'll be fine.

Anonymous wrote:OP, I'm a registered dietitian. Are you doing this under some sort of medical recommendation? 1700 calories is barely enough for anyone. Try bumping up to 2,000, adding in more fiber, protein and healthy fats.

Well this post proves being a registered dietitian doesn't mean one is qualified to provide nutrition or diet advice.

1700 calories is more than sufficient for an average person who not exercising strenuously for hours all day.

The issue is probably that OP isn't really hungry so much as misses the habit of eating and then feels like she really wants to eat, starts thinking about it, and mind over matter convinces herself she has hunger pains and then needs to eat. Changing habits is really much harder than cutting back calories. Even eating more filling foods many people will still "feel hungry" for a while until they adapt to their new habits like less snacking.

Also 100 oz of water is fine but it's likely having the opposite effect that OP desires at she is probably not hydrating anymore. She would be better off drinking an electrolyte solution once a day along with the water 100 oz of water.

Anonymous wrote:Are you sure you even need to count calories? I started eating very clean a few months ago, but I don't count calories at all. I just eat when I'm hungry. Weight has just dropped off me, and I wasn't even overweight.

+1 This. I do not count calories, just eat good foods. weight came off and stayed off.

OP, you said you're tracking with MFP. Would you post a basic summary of your day and we can see if there's any gaps that might help you?

2000 calories is way too much for women over 35 trying to loose weight. I agree that 1700 is a lot of food, no reason to go above that. I consume about 1700 and also skip dinner several times a week, no alcohol.

Protein stops hunger. Try having 20-30g of protein. I stock quest protein bars so I can use them to atop hunger if it is not meal time. Works like a charm.

Eating more carbs or sugar typically doesn't teduce hunger. It's protein and fat that create satiety.

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Anonymous wrote:OP, I'm a registered dietitian. Are you doing this under some sort of medical recommendation? 1700 calories is barely enough for anyone. Try bumping up to 2,000, adding in more fiber, protein and healthy fats.

Huh? I count calories and sometimes I don't even hit 1700 if I'm not trying. I count calories because I'm lifting and want to GAIN weight and cut and am more concerned with my macros. If you are truly a RD then you surely must know that calorie needs have a broad range based in many factors such as gender, age, activity levels, mass, hormones, and most importantly, genetics. Most health professionals don't make erroneous generalizations.

My mother is a RD and it seems that many who completed their schooling in the 80s/early 90s believe in the 2000 calorie rule. It doesn't take into account the variances we have today from years of unrelenting dieting, get thin quick schemes, overexercising, obesity, medication interactions, etc. My father was an athlete so my mom adapted her thinking and knowledge to help him. I'm glad I got that into to food versus the "one size fits all" that clearly does not fit all.

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Anonymous wrote:Drink more water to help. Partly it's psychological and partly your body needs to get used to it.

OP already said she's drinking 100 ounces a day?!?

I missed that!! I also meant drink water as a way to occupy your mouth.

Anonymous wrote:OP, I'm a registered dietitian. Are you doing this under some sort of medical recommendation? 1700 calories is barely enough for anyone. Try bumping up to 2,000, adding in more fiber, protein and healthy fats.

Huh? I count calories and sometimes I don't even hit 1700 if I'm not trying. I count calories because I'm lifting and want to GAIN weight and cut and am more concerned with my macros. If you are truly a RD then you surely must know that calorie needs have a broad range based in many factors such as gender, age, activity levels, mass, hormones, and most importantly, genetics. Most health professionals don't make erroneous generalizations.

Anonymous wrote:Are you sure you even need to count calories? I started eating very clean a few months ago, but I don't count calories at all. I just eat when I'm hungry. Weight has just dropped off me, and I wasn't even overweight.

Yes. I needed to be more aware of what I was eating and become aware of serving sizes.

Are you sure you even need to count calories? I started eating very clean a few months ago, but I don't count calories at all. I just eat when I'm hungry. Weight has just dropped off me, and I wasn't even overweight.

Anonymous wrote:I agree with the PPs, except drinking water. That does not work. Side effect, peeing will be your new hobby.

Yup, I drink a lot of water and pee every 20 min.

But some folks (not op obviously) do mistake thirst for hunger.

I agree with the PPs, except drinking water. That does not work. Side effect, peeing will be your new hobby.

Anonymous wrote:What are you filling those 1700 calories with? It's likely you need more protein and fat to stay satiated.

This! 1700 calories can be a lot of food if you're eating the right foods. Each meal should consist of protein, fat and carbs. Carbs should primarily be veggies or fruit, but can also have starchy carbs if they are the right ones.

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