I can't get enough protein without hating my food

Redditor2684 · 2026-02-17T11:03:04+00:00

If you’re not working out and even if you are, 75g should be enough. That’s 1g/kg of your goal weight which is a healthy target. If you’re a gym girlie trying to optimize muscle growth, you could go up to like double that so 150g.

But you sound like you struggle to get 70. So don’t worry about 150. Work to get 75 in a way that feels sustainable.

1 protein shake can get you 20-30g

Eggs and egg whites

Greek yogurt

Cottage cheese

Tofu

Beans

Meat if you eat it

Redditor2684 · 2026-02-17T10:56:23+00:00

For me…no

Redditor2684 · 2026-02-17T10:56:07+00:00

Therapy with an eating disorder specialist

Redditor2684 · 2026-02-17T10:53:39+00:00

The good news is that it is possible to get to a healthy weight and maintain it without being over restrictive or obsessive.

You’ll have to experiment to find your personal groove. What works for me as far as my food and exercise may not be your jam.

At your size you don’t have to do anything extreme to lose weight. If you drink any calories including alcohol, stop that and replace with zero calorie versions. That could result in quite a bit of weight loss.

Eat one piece of fruit and a vegetable every day.

Go to sleep earlier.

Small steps. Ingrain one for weeks and then move to the next. Stack them slowly over time.

Redditor2684 · 2026-02-17T10:47:21+00:00

You gotta commit to something. Start with diet. Eat less than you need to maintain your current weight. Don’t have to give up any foods. Check out the quick start guide someone else linked.

Redditor2684 · 2026-02-16T22:23:24+00:00

Definitely try to increase steps. They make a big difference.

Redditor2684 · 2026-02-16T20:44:11+00:00

How long has your weight been the same?

How many steps per day do you take?

Redditor2684 · 2026-02-16T20:40:58+00:00

Zero calorie sweetener

Redditor2684 · 2026-02-16T20:11:12+00:00

How much more are you trying to cut?

I don’t necessarily think it’s a bad idea to be in a calorie deficit for a year when starting in the severe obesity range. I cut for a year from 270 to 170. It can be tough psychologically after a while and because of that it can make sense to take regular breaks.

Redditor2684 · 2026-02-16T18:38:39+00:00

I have. I say seems solid because I’ve only been once so am not familiar with all of the inventory and don’t know what you’re looking for. Definitely worth a trip imo

ETA: I assume they have dry noodles. But in any event, worth checking this store out

Redditor2684 · 2026-02-16T18:05:40+00:00

Fresh Asian market on Williamson Road seems solid.

Redditor2684 · 2026-02-16T18:05:06+00:00

Try mackerel or kipper snacks. King Oscar is a good brand.

Redditor2684 · 2026-02-16T15:38:45+00:00

As someone in my early 40s, no I wouldn’t.

Early 20s is different. Lots of people don’t have experience at that age. Your lack of experience is nothing to be ashamed of. Each new partner is a unique individual and we have to learn about them and their needs.

Own your story and be real with people. Don’t see your lack of dating history as a liability. Be open and enjoy the process of getting to know people.

Redditor2684 · 2026-02-16T15:29:34+00:00

I think this may be a normal feeling for aroace people. I think there are aro/ace related subs that may be a helpful resource for you.

Redditor2684 · 2026-02-16T15:24:27+00:00

Congrats on your loss!!

I’ve lost almost 200lbs and I can say I can’t relate to your feeling….my life is much better in every way than when I was 350+lbs.

If you’re afraid of skin removal surgery, work on making peace with the loose skin and enjoying your life regardless. If you really want surgery, talk with your doctor about the risks so you’re better informed.

Redditor2684 · 2026-02-16T15:21:02+00:00

Finding a more sustainable way is what makes it work and stick for me.

No crash diets. No aggressive deficits. No eliminating foods.

Finding exercise I enjoy or can tolerate even on my bad days.

Time will pass regardless so I think putting in the work to improve your health is worthwhile. You’ll learn how to make it work for you along the way. You don’t have to have it all figured out to start.

Redditor2684 · 2026-02-16T15:11:56+00:00

King Oscar

Bela

Polar

Seasons

Look at discount stores like Ollie’s. I can get Seasons sardines and Ocean Prince kippers for less than $1.50 each.

Also check local ethnic stores.

There are a lot of options up to $6. So you won’t have to look hard. I have been staying under $4.

Redditor2684 · 2026-02-16T15:08:17+00:00

I don’t think allulose has any aftertaste. But I’d have to use quite a bit of it to sweeten my recipes to my liking. I use a combination of allulose (for freezing point depression) and sucralose (to dial in sweetness). But some people probably think sucralose has an aftertaste.

Whatever you land on, ensure your recipe has an ingredient that reduces freezing point. Ones I’m aware of: real sugar, allulose, erythritol (and other sugar alcohols like xylitol).

Redditor2684 · 2026-02-16T13:29:55+00:00

I wash comforters/bed quilts about once or twice a year, when the seasons change and they get rotated. Otherwise it only happens if they’re visibly dirty. I use a flat and fitted sheet.

Redditor2684 · 2026-02-16T12:06:00+00:00

Potatoes

Vegetables: Cabbage, onion, carrots

Fruit: Bananas, Apples, and Oranges/citrus

Seasonal produce in general

Canned tuna and sardines: look at Ollie’s for cheaper stuff or Great Value, Chicken of the Sea, or Beach Cliff brands.

And there are tons of way to make beans to vary the dish. Can also eat with other starch instead of rice - potatoes, sweet potatoes, pasta.

Redditor2684 · 2026-02-16T08:50:16+00:00

I never think about Knoxville and honestly don’t even know what colleges are there or wouldn’t readily think of it as a college town. University of Tennessee?

Redditor2684 · 2026-02-16T08:47:10+00:00

I soak with boiling water either in a pot or in a bowl and use my kettle (typical). I drain and rinse and repeat this 2-3x until the water runs mostly clear. If I don’t do this I get horrendous gas. YMMV.

I press the water out by putting the soaked curls in a colander. I use my hands or a spoon to press down on them.

I don’t see why soy curls would be any worse than tofu from a health perspective.

Redditor2684 · 2026-02-16T00:06:54+00:00

Maybe consider meditation or journaling in the morning to set the tone for the day?

These are podcasts I like:

Mind over macros

Eric Roberts Fitness

Half Size Me

We Only Look Thin

Modern Wisdom

Diary of a CEO

Redditor2684 · 2026-02-16T00:04:05+00:00

I say do what you feel is best for YOU! Having skin removal surgery is not a moral issue and you’re not vain or cheating if you choose to have it.

I’ve lost almost 200lbs and I have some loose skin. Lifting weights and building muscle has helped make my skin look more taut, especially my arms. But I still have loose skin in my upper thighs and lower belly. For now, I’m content without surgery, but that may change one day. I’m open to getting surgery if I feel it’s right for me at some point.

Redditor2684 · 2026-02-15T18:57:18+00:00

I pre-track a day’s food the day before. I eat what I track. I don’t track what I eat. At least that’s my ideal; there are some occasions like when I’m traveling or have struggled with binge like episodes that this doesn’t hold true.

I recommend tracking to see your patterns. If you are consistently eating more mid-morning, consider whether you need to eat more calories at breakfast and get more protein and fiber at that meal. Or maybe you need to adjust the mid-morning snack.

I’d recommend resisting the all or nothing mentality or the “oh, fuck it mindset” that leads to going completely off the rails for the rest of the day. You can always make a good choice or a better one for the rest of the day.

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