Not loosing weight....

[Eliza21]

I'm trying really hard to loose weight. Brought a Blaze 6 weeks ago and I've lost 0.8lb and 1% body fat (I brought the Aria scales aswell). I'm trying so hard to loose 2lb+ a week have lots to loose. I'm using my fitness pal to log my calories and then transfering calories to my fitbit app cause I'm trying to keep my macro percentages in check and watch my nutrients. I'm drinking at least 2 litres of water a day. My deficit is between 1200- 2000 a day if I eat under 1600 calories I'm having low blood glucose. I'm teying so hard I'm familiar with all the mathematical statistics of loosing lbs, I'm aware that drinking more water helps loose weight, I'm taking multivitamins, I am trying to keep my protein and good fats up and carbe low... I'm Coeliac and have some it her health problems I'm exercising as much awards my body will let me and am on a host of pills but previously my Dr Said if I'm eating healthy I should loose weight. I gained so much weight as some of my Meds make me crave food mainly sweet food but managed to curb it using options hot chocolate twice a day at 40cals. When I'm not seeing results I fall off the waggon but I don't want to this time I want to be healthy as much as I want to loose weight. Any advice would be great... thanks.

[AuroraKat]

@Eliza21 You have gotten some interesting advice so far.

The best thing you can do for yourself is to consult a doctor and/or nutritionist. Your doctor doesn't sound like he/she is a good fit for you. Try to find another one who will be more helpful. I had to go through a few doctors before I found the one that I am confident has my best interests in mind. A trusted and competent medical professional will guide you towards a healthier you in a safe and effective way. 

As for various diets, there are many "experts" out there that will want to convince you that their nutrition/weight loss/exercise plans are the very best despite research showing to the contrary. Or, who build their entire program based on one study. Do your own research about any claim that sounds too extreme. Try to find actual journal articles that are being referenced and read them. If you are new to reading research articles, they may seem somewhat overwhelming. If you are not going to read the whole thing, then I recommend reading the Abstract and the Conclusion sections. And, always pay attention to who paid for/sponsored the study - this will put the study in perspective and point out potential bias. This is usually included in the Acknowledgements section. 

In the end, no study is perfect. In nutrition, as in any field, it's the decades of research, comprised of many different studies, that shape our knowledge and understanding of the topic. One single study is not going to put everything on its head, but will add to and refine our pool of knowledge. For this reason, every single reputable study will inevitably state that more research is needed to further understand any significant and/or interesting findings. 

Good luck with your weight loss! I hope you find a good doctor to help you along the way!

[A_Lurker]

To add to @AuroraKat's post, and to stay out of the diet wars that inevitably crop up, here's my thoughts on diets, macros, low-carb, high-carb, etc.

The best diet for you (or anyone reading this) is one that you feel you can follow for the rest of your life.  Losing weight is not about cutting out one food group or another for a period of time.  It is about finding a way of eating that brings you down to the weight that you want to be.  Eating one specific way may work for person a, but it will be a disaster for person b.

Even the best, most perfect diet (and I truly don't believe there is one) can be just as harmful to someone who cannot stick that way of eating.  You lose weight, fall off the wagon, and usually end up heavier than you started.  That is most certainly the way to poorer health, no matter how many people tell you it's the way to salvation so to speak. 

I'm a perfect example.  I don't really follow any specific diet, just count calories.  I fall into a natural pattern of food macros without trying.  I know from past experience that super restrictive diets end up being a disaster for me.  Many decades of various diets just made me heavier.  Super restrictive and/or low calorie landed me in medical distress twice.  What I've learned about myself is that if I'm not careful I don't eat enough.  Forget natural hunger cues, mine are, and have always been screwed up.  Now, almost 90 pounds lighter this year I've reversed my diagnosis of diabetes and lowered my blood pressure (that last one isn't truly significant as it wasn't high to begin with, but I take it periodically and it is lower). 

What the diet industry, and let's not forget it's an industry, doesn't want people to know is that there is no simple fix that works for everyone. If there was we would all be there already.  Honestly, there are no altruistic experts out there handing out the golden ticket.  It is still a business, and a very lucrative one, for them.

We have better tools (my Charge HR/Charge 2 trackers, easier food logging) but way too many mixed messages and arguments about whose way is better.  Find a new way of eating that appeals to you, then find a fitness activity you enjoy.  I believe both of these will help people maintain their lifestyle changes and be more successful.

(and try not to let the bickering discourage people from participating  )

[win2017]

I did not lose 60 pounds by eating healthy but it has had healthy results. I am off the cholesterol medication, my blood pressure has gone down, I'm sleeping better, and I feel so much better. I eat anything I want to eat, I simply control the portions based on the calories of the food I am having. I use MyFitnessPal to get the calories of the food l have chosen and eat the portions that will keep me in my target range. I eat pizza if I want, cookies, etc. I do eat healthy food as well. This way I don't crave the foods I love that can end up binge eating. I tried just eating healthy, l tried high protein diets, vegetarian diets, and many others which always led to temporary weight loss and ultimately gaining back even more weight. My weight loss target was a moderate 1 pound a week, which could be achieved by a 500 calorie per day weight loss deficit. Exercise has been part of my weight loss strategy but I have not relied on it for my calorie deficit.

The reason I shared this with you is to show that it could be a possibility that you are being to strict on yourself. If you let yourself enjoy some of the food you may truly desire, and go for a modest calorie deficit, and exercise program you may see the results you desire.

In closing I would consider finding another doctor if you're current one is not encouraging you in your weight and fitness goals.

[Rich_Laue]

I have to agree with @A_Lurker. A temporary diet is not what should be strived for. i can see cases where it might be needed, but then it should be done under the guidence of someone who knows the pros, cons, and health risks.

For a person doing it on their own, it would be better to think of a diet as a lifestyle  change. Yes it needs to be something thar can be lived with. For me it was using my Fitbit to keep me accountable for steps, then making my foid portions smaller. i also gave up the 2am stops at McD's, it hasn't been a what can i eat, but a do i reqlly nead to eat this.

[RedHairDontCare]

Getting so sad about my non-weightloss. This **ahem** can be so depressing, i feel like im wasting my life away in the gym for little to no results. I hate wanting to give up

[I-train-hard]

You don't lose weight in gym....you lose weight in the kitchen, everyday hard work, choices you make etc.

This isn't easy but achievable. 

Cut your sugar intake by 50% and see what happens. Yes, you eat more sugar than you think...

[shipo]

@RedHairDontCare, In addition to keeping track of your diet, I would recommend you get out of the gym and out onto the roads; running if very effective at buring off excess weight and inches.