I am confused

[TamTam12]

I read on the NHS site I should aim to eat only 1400Kcal per day, but on the BMI part of the site it suggests I go for 1800Kcal per day. So which is better for me?

[moreless Administrator 7 stone]

Hi and welcome, TamTam12

Ignore the 1400 calories, as that's a generic amount, unsuitable for most. The NHS BM calculator will give you a range, which I'm guessing is 1800 - 2200 and I would suggest aiming nearer the upper end, at least to start with.

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[TamTam12 in reply to moreless]

But I have been eating way less than that! And I am putting weight on! My partner keeps complaining I don't eat enough but I thought I was being really good. The nurse told me to cut my portion sizes. This feels counter intuitive

[Hidden in reply to TamTam12]

Hi, maybe look at the foods you are eating as some you may think are healthy or low calorie may not be . Or like moreless said you arent actually eating enough and upping your calories slightly may kick start your weight loss. Keep logging into the forum as others may suggest a certain path to follow which may help you . Good luck.

[moreless Administrator 7 stone in reply to TamTam12]

It does seem counter-intuitive, but have a look at this for a more in-depth explanation healthunlocked.com/nhsweigh...

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[TamTam12 in reply to moreless]

Thanks so much, I am a whole food fan and have developed the "if it doesn't have nutrients I am not eating it" attitude, but I never thought I was not eating enough. This will also explain why I am so hungry at night! I feel like a fool lol. Anyway Im off to eat a lovely salad and beetroot burger

[moreless Administrator 7 stone in reply to TamTam12]

Please don't feel like a fool! You haven't done anything that most of the rest of us haven't done in the past. I'm just glad we were able to help you

[TamTam12]

Just want to update, I increased my calorific intake with more veg and fruit, and I have dropped 1kg already! Not even increased it to my minimum range yet either. Feel motivated to keep going now. Dug out an old Ipod and as soon as I work out how, the exercise podcast is going on, I love walking!