Is 1000 calories ok for a teenager?!
Question: I'm 16
157lbs
5'5''
I'm trying to slim my body down!
Ahhhhhhh its gross, I have a huge belly, and piggy thighs!
Answers: I'm 16
157lbs
5'5''
I'm trying to slim my body down!
Ahhhhhhh its gross, I have a huge belly, and piggy thighs!
soda pops and alcohol drinks (yes I know you are underage
some kids still drink) are very fattening as are those tasty
coffees with whipped cream and loaded with sugar.
Walking will help just be consistent and enjoy,.
also at your age your body is just really still growing.
Do not do unhealthy diets or try to starve yourself.
Moderation is key.
maybe your not losing any weight because your still eating unhealthy, because its does'nt make sense that you are exercising and not losing any weight.
No, 1,000 calories isn't enough for anyone. You should be eating at least 1500. Remember that the composition of your food is really more important. Try to eat a lot of lean protein sources and a lot of veggies and fruit; drink lots of plain water, too. Don't worry so much about the calories--just try to eat every 3 hours or so and make sure you work out hard. Lowering your calories is counterproductive to weight loss. It's a myth used to sell diet books and calorie counting devices. Besides, counting calories isn't any where near accurate either. Coupled with how much your body may or may not absorb through assimilation depends on your digestive health, how long you chew your food, and a whole host of other things. Just eat healthy, good stuff and stay away from processed foods, opting instead for whole grains and foods. If there are artificial ingredients or sweeteners in it, it really won't help out your health anyways. Best of luck to you!
at 16 and 157 lbs your BMR is closer to 1700 cals. a severe caloric deficit during puberty is a surefire way for a young women to screw up her endocrine system. the BMR is the minimum amount of calories that is need just for your body to function at complete rest (sleep). when you add in sports, exercise, walking around school, work, etc. the caloric needs of the individual is a great deal more than what the BMR requires.