Last week, I finished the 28-day plan part of the Flat Belly Diet. This week I’m in transition to a place where I can lose steadily for the long-term. Here is my food analysis for the last two days. I had gotten sloppy, and not kept track, but realized I’ll never know why I’m losing OR NOT if I don’t keep track. So…
| ANALYSIS Sept. 16 | ACTUAL | RECOMMENDED |
| CALORIES | 1995.5 | 1700 - 2000 |
| CARBS | 202.4g | 200 - 300 g |
| FAT | 70.6g | 40 - 75 g |
| PROTEIN | 139.5 | 45 - 160 g |
| FIBER | 42.6g | > 25 g |
| ANALYSIS Sept. 17 | ACTUAL | RECOMMENDED |
| CALORIES | 1906 | 1700 - 2000 |
| CARBS | 204.7g | 200 - 300 g |
| FAT | 73.7g | 40 - 75 g |
| PROTEIN | 126.4g | 45 - 160 g |
| FIBER | 35.3g | > 25 g |
As you can see, I’m doing well, but could use more carbs. It would be tough to increase my carbs without decreasing my protein, and I need the protein. I’d like to be doing half my weight in grams on protein, or 134 grams per day.
Or, without decreasing my fats, and my fats are mostly *good* fats designed to expedite fat burning.
The only other way would be to increase my calories, and I’m seriously thinking that would be worth it. Pretty much all my carbs are complex - fruits, veggies and a few whole grains. Basically, I would keep everything the same but eat a couple more servings of veggies a day.
I must remember this is a process and not try to do all the diet tweaking, logging, blogging and workout changes all in one week! LOL
What’s your take on it? How is yours different, and why? I’d really like some feedback, please. Thanks!
