How many calories should I eat???

[Mischaruns]

Hi, I’m a 5’5” 130lb female wanting to lose only 5lbs and I exercise a lot (2-4 hours daily) but my calorie intake is all over the place, meaning anywhere from 900 to 3200 calories a day. I eat a very balanced diet but have no hunger cues so mindful/intuitive eating doesn’t work for me. I’m just generally confused on how much I should be eating considered how much I exercise and whether I should focus on specific Marcos or not. I would prefer to lose the weight slower rather than faster as I don’t respond well to quick weight loss.

[YellowRose55]

Hi Mischaruns and welcome to the weight loss forum.

To hep you plan your meals more have a look at the Daily Diary to see how other members plan their menus for the day.

You are invited to join our Newbie Club, where you can meet other new members who are just beginning their weigh loss journeys too. Here's the link for all the information you will need to find your way around the forum:

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Write a brief note to introduce yourself to other newbies and I'm sure you'll be making friends, in no time.

Good luck with your first week.

[IndigoBlue61]

Hello Mischaruns

At your weight and height you are coming out right in the middle of healthy. I suspect it’s not weight loss you need but general healthy eating and lifestyle advice 😊

There is a lot of conflicting advice out there with regards to balancing macros, and we are all different in what we enjoy and need. Very generally, I would reduce processed food, especially sugar, and increase fresh produce like salad and vegetables.As Rose suggested, the Daily Diary is an excellent thread to read for menu ideas.

Best wishes

Anna

[Mischaruns in reply to IndigoBlue61]

Thank you so much for the advice

[IndigoBlue61 in reply to Mischaruns]

Anytime 😊. Glad to help