Asarver's Journal, 02 February 2014

Have you been eating low carb/high protein? I did that over 1.5 years and lost over 50kg. I've found that that's the diet that works for most as the body literally turns into a fat burning system as it's no longer reliant on carbs for energy. Don't forget that it takes ages. You should aim to lose around 1-2lb a week. The body can just get stuck sometimes. Also you could be eating too little which will cause the body to completely slow down your metabolic system. You actually need to eat around 1500-1900 calories a day. 1200 calories is the MINIMUM your body requires to actually jsut keep your heart pumping and stuff. And you say you're working out?!  

Hey Asarver, similar to what AlexElizaLee recommended, a high protein/good carb way of eating agrees with me as well, in addition to cutting down on processed foods. I find that even if I eat only 1200 calories a day, but those calories are mostly unhealthy carbs or fats (processed sugars, bread, pasta, etc) I won't lose weight. So I switched to high proteins like lean meats and plain yogurt, good carbs like fresh veggies and fruit, and good fats like raw almonds and olive oil. I've been seeing really good results ever since. Also I've learned that being "stuck" for a month or two even if you're doing everything right is completely normal! Good luck! :) 

Thanks guys. It's just, I've been doing 1200 calories since 2012 (with a semester I take off usually because I don't adapt to school stress very well). I've never been stuck at 145 lbs, and 1200 calories a day has always worked. If I eat 1500 calories, I'll gain weight. I need to try and add more protein, but I'm just not sure where to do it. Definitely need more fruits and veggies though! I need to find a way to fit it in, but at the same time I'm not sure what to replace. (Besides the calorie intake for this day) I don't think I eat very many processed foods? 

Try adding kale or spinach into your eggs for breakfast or into your dinner meals....also try a protein shake for lunch and add, kale, apple, orange into that with some almond or soy milk. That's what I've found easiest to add in more fruits and veggies and still get plenty of protein.