Too few calories?

I know we're not supposed to worry about calories because of the malabsorption (tho Dr. K. did voice a concern about the extra 1200 or so a week I get from going out for drinks with friends).  I assumed that meant don't worry about too many?

 

But when I run calculations on my intake and factor in the malabsorption (60% protein, 20% fat, 100% carbs), most days I'm absorbing less than 800 calories.

 

So...should we worry about too few?  

 

Any input is greatly appreciated!

-Deana

Most VSGers shoot for 600-800 calories per day during their losing phase, so I guess that would put you in line with them. I don't count my calories; I just make sure I get in all my protein.

PLEASE keep in mind that what I'm saying is purely my experience and what I do personally.  This is what works for ME.

 

I count EVERY SINGLE CALORIE.  I still believe that calories are calories no matter who I absorb them.  MAJORITY of my calories come from protein and healthy fats.  Before I started training for a bodybuilding competition I was averaging about 900 calories a day.  Now I have increased to 1200 and it is A LOT of food.  I am constantly full and never ever feel hungry.

 

Counting calories is really important.  Keep track of everything you eat just to be conscious of what exactly you are eating.

do bear in mind that "drinks" are mostly sugar in one form or another. We absorb ALL the sugar calories we consume. 1200 cals is a lot of sugar to absorb. GL

Weird! I juuuuuust came online to ask questions similar to this subject! I never used to count calories until I started using the app "MapMyFitness". I'm going to wait for more people to respond because I'm curious what others have to say.

Keep in mind there are many beverages that are 0 carbs and only about 60 calories.... try to stick to white wine (60 calories 4 carbs)... vodka seltzers..(60 calories 0 carbs). shots of tequilla....(55 calories 0 carbs)

 

They are not fruity drinks....but ....still allows you to sip and have fun.

 

 

I generally do either white wine or vodka/iced tea with lemon....

Those yummy drinks are all sugar, simple carbs that will derail your weightloss.  Look for a lower sugar option.  In addition to what others have mentioned there are also low carb beers out there that taste OK to me.  But I'm not much of a drinker.

Question: Do you use a food tracker to track your food, and then manually calculate the malabsorption?

I use myfitnesspal.com and calculate in a spreadsheet.