Calories and Fat, How Much?

debyo · January 9, 2006

Can someone tell me what is suggested as a number of calories, and also how many grams of fat to have each day? I have stopped losing and I think it is because I am not getting in enough fat and calories per day for my body to burn the fat.

Thanks for your input!

Deby

lovecats85 · January 9, 2006

I don't know about fat, but I think 1200 calories is a good amount - takes 1500 or less to lose weight, but less than 1200 can slow your metablism down. Check fitday.com and they will give you graphs, charts, etc - everything you need to figure out what's right for you.

Jachut · January 9, 2006

I think for the average woman, around 1200 a day is pretty workable and healthy.

As to fat, they say 30% of calories from fat and no more than 20g of saturated fat a day. To be honest, I just keep saturated fat to a minimum, eat loads of fish, tuna, use a bit of olive oil sparingly and eat things like nuts and avocados. I think my diet would be highish in fat, probably more than 30% but its the good kind, the weight is coming off regardless, and honestly, my hair and skin have NEVER looked or felt better.

debyo · January 9, 2006

Thanks Laura and Jachut. That is about what I was thinking. Laura, I too had Dr. Barker and go to Dr. Maese. Best of luck in meeting your mini-goal. I was banded on 8/3 and have lost 60 pounds. I have 55 to go. Best of luck in law school as well!

Deby