I'm 300 lbs and need some advice

neonbear4 · 2006-11-10T11:10:49+00:00

Look, I'm 15, about 5'9", and weighing in at 275 lbs basically, I'm way too heavy. I've tried everything already—hit up one hospital, saw two private doctors, …

Jerry Walker79 Active Member

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#21 · Nov 10, 2006

Honestly, you should head over to your local library and see if they have "Eat to Stay Thin" by Montignac on the shelf. Or, hey, if you’ve got some extra cash burning a hole in your pocket, just go ahead and buy it.

It breaks everything down so clearly—like, why we actually put on weight, how insulin works, and exactly what kind of stuff you need to eat to keep those blood sugar levels from spiking like crazy.

The golden rule? Stick to foods with a low glycemic index. If you want me to dive deeper into the details, just let me know. I can even shoot you a private message if that's easier.

But look, once you decide to pull the trigger, whatever path you pick, do NOT quit! That first week is absolute hell, I'm telling you, but once you get past that initial hump, it’s actually not that bad at all.

For me, this way of eating has been nothing short of perfection!

Patrick Newman4 Newcomer

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#22 · Nov 10, 2006

here are a few links:http://www.zdravljeizivot.com/forum/...p?TopicID=4118 , look, people definitely drop a ton of weight on that diet, but honestly? I think it just drains your system. I personally gained all the weight back, though I know some folks who didn't. http://www.vasezdravlje.com/izdanje/clanak/451/ I slimmed down, the pounds stayed off, and I actually love eating based on his recipes and theories. read up on L-carnitine here—it’s not bad, but let's be real, it isn't some magic potion. My advice? Mix things up and see what works for you. You also have to move. Start by walking through town at a brisk pace for maybe thirty minutes to an hour, then later on, try jogging or hitting the bike.

Amy Rogers2 Member

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#23 · Nov 10, 2006

I know how you feel—it’s tough. Start by tweaking what you eat. Just focus on picking the healthiest options available. Cut out the sweets, and maybe skip the late-night dinners entirely. As for moving around, try walking in the morning before breakfast, but keep a pace where you aren't gasping for air. Stick to flat ground at first. If you need to, just start with five minutes—honestly—but try to bump up the duration every two weeks. Once you’ve built up some stamina, you can tackle hills or stairs, again, staying within that "not breathless" zone. Why walking? It’s easy on the joints, and since your body taps into fat stores rather than burning through carbohydrates, you won't be dealing with those intense hunger spikes. Trust me, just get started with the walking and things will fall into place.

lonefox7 Member

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#24 · Nov 10, 2006

Look, the biggest thing you can do right now is just cut back on—or better yet, ditch—all that processed junk. I'm talking white flour, white sugar, refined oils, all that stuff. For meat, try to stick to leaner options like chicken, turkey, or veal, and maybe opt for boiling or poaching instead of heavy frying. You really want to load up on fruits and veggies, maybe aim for five smaller meals throughout the day. Instead of grabbing a Twix, maybe grab some fruit, a yogurt, or even some whole-grain cookies—I think even Target or CVS has those low-calorie chocolate ones! And definitely stay away from sodas; they're basically liquid sugar. Honestly, don't totally ban the unhealthy stuff you love, because then you'll just crave it more. Maybe just treat yourself to a little chocolate once a month or something.
If you're just starting out, honestly, walking is the best way to go. Just head to a local park and stroll around (it's even better if you have a dog to take with you!), or maybe ride a bike. You don't necessarily have to join a gym, either; you can totally work out at home.
The real secret sauce is just staying consistent and setting goals that aren't totally insane, so you don't lose steam.
If you feel like your metabolism is acting up, a doctor might be able to prescribe weight loss meds, but that should really only be a last resort if everything else isn't working, since those drugs aren't exactly risk-free.
I've actually got quite a few extra pounds on me myself, but I've been eating healthy and walking every single day for over a year now. I squeeze in workouts whenever I can—like using my elliptical or following those old Cindy Crawford workout DVDs—and I can definitely see the progress. I don't know exactly how much I've lost because I stopped stepping on the scale, but I can tell by how my clothes fit and how people react! The best diet I've ever tried was the UN, mostly because nothing is strictly off-limits and the portions feel pretty reasonable.
Just stay brave and don't give up!

Maria Moore4 Member

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#25 · Nov 10, 2006

My advice? Don't eat anything. Seriously, nothing at all. Okay, fine, maybe one meal. A week.
Stick to water and nothing else.
Work out as much as you can—sports, the gym, running, whatever gets you moving.
Start smoking 😍 it’ll kill your appetite.

jadeseal81 Member

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#26 · Nov 10, 2006

Maria Moore4 said:My advice? Don't eat anything. Seriously, nothing. Okay, maybe one meal. A week.
Just drink water and nothing else.
Work out as much as humanly possible—sports, gym, running, whatever.
Start smoking 😍 it’ll kill your appetite.

😲 😲 😲
Whoa, hold up, don't start smoking... I started back in 6th grade just to be cool, you know? I smoked through 6th, 7th, 8th, then 9th (took a two-month break), 10th, and now that I'm in 11th, I've decided to quit and honestly, I'm doing alright... I'll light up a cigarette or two if I'm feeling super stressed, but otherwise, it's all about willpower.......and hey, I sent you a DM about this topic.

neonbear4 MemberOP

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#27 · Nov 10, 2006

Maria Moore4 said:My advice? Don't eat anything. Seriously, nothing. Okay, maybe one meal. A week.
Just drink water and nothing else.
Work out as much as possible—sports, the gym, running, whatever.
Start smoking 😍 it'll kill your appetite.

That is way too extreme. I'm not starting that because everyone warns me against it.
I smoked one cigarette back in 6th grade and never touched it again.
It's just not my thing.
Besides, we aren't even talking about smoking here.

Daniel Lopez Active Member

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#28 · Nov 10, 2006

Alexander Moore73 said:You're just eating too much, and it's all junk.

A hearty stew or two chicken thighs, a Twix bar, and a sandwich for breakfast and dinner—is that really too much? Just how much would everyone weigh if we all judged everything by those standards?

Amy Rogers2 Member

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#29 · Nov 10, 2006

neonbear4 said:that’s extremely extreme, I won't start like that because everyone keeps warning me about it

Yeah, that is definitely pushing it. Seriously, don't go fasting—you'll just end up tanking your metabolism even further. Just stick to walking and try not to obsess over food, because you aren't actually eating that much anyway👍.

Steven Green2 Newcomer

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#30 · Nov 10, 2006

Daniel Lopez said:A stew or maybe two chicken thighs, plus a Twix and a sandwich for breakfast and dinner—is one, two, or even three too many? Do you have any idea how much everyone would weigh if that were considered too much?

Well, I wouldn't say the sheer volume is excessive, though I suppose there's quite a lot of empty calories in there for someone dealing with a metabolism like yours. Honestly, you could probably eat three times that amount without gaining an ounce, provided you were eating the right kind of fuel. You see, a calorie isn't just a calorie.
I'm fairly certain it's entirely possible to lose weight while being in a caloric surplus, just as one can certainly gain weight while maintaining a deficit. 😉

Maria Moore4 Member

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#31 · Nov 10, 2006

jadeseal81 said:....and I sent you a PM about this topic

(getting off track here, my bad)

Did I or the thread starter ( 😍 ) open it? Because I haven't seen anything.

darkjackal70 Member

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#32 · Nov 10, 2006

I haven't read every single word here, but this is how it should go: diet, diet, and more diet. It all starts with what you put on your plate. As for hitting the gym to lift heavy weights? Forget about it for at least the first two or three months.😉

About a year and a half ago, I was sitting at around 285 lbs at 6'2"... so I know exactly how this works. I managed to drop down to about 225 lbs.

Quality nutrition is everything, and you really ought to aim for five or six smaller meals a day. You need to virtually eliminate carbohydrates—especially those late-afternoon carb loads after 3 or 4 PM. In the morning, it’s best to stick to oatmeal (it's a bit strange at first, but you'll get used to it). During the day, try some low-fat cottage cheese with mustard. Stick to chicken, turkey, plenty of fruit, vegetables, and drink a ton of water. That's the gist of it.
When it comes to deli meats, the only thing remotely acceptable is some turkey ham from a brand like Oscar Mayer or maybe some smoked deli meat. Everything else? Toss it out. If you absolutely cannot live without hard cheese, Emmental is probably your best bet.
If you actually have the patience to prep and weigh your food, I'd recommend following this: The Zone Diet: Book and Cookbook....

Regarding exercise, I’d suggest starting with a brisk thirty-minute walk in the morning on an empty stomach (you can have a protein shake if you need to). Once you build up a little stamina, move on to jogging, because that's when you really start burning through fat stores. Since we established you shouldn't be eating carbs in the morning—which is why I mentioned the protein shake—swimming is also a fantastic way to start; it certainly worked for me.
Pair your protein intake with some Pyruvate from Multipower... it’s an incredible tool for fat loss, provided you actually stick to the diet and the rest of the regimen.

Once you've shed at least 35 to 45 pounds, then—and only then—should you even think about stepping foot in a weight room.

That’s the broad strokes of it for now. If you have any questions, just ask.

dustyhound5 Active Member

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#33 · Nov 11, 2006

neonbear4 said:honestly, I don't think swimming is gonna cut it anymore
I'm pivoting to the gym instead
Anyone got a solid program they can recommend?
My cousin dropped a ton of weight in just one year—he used to be pretty heavy too, but after a year, you could actually see his abs starting to show
Now I can't even get a hold of him because he moved out to work in Canada

And this whole thing about feeling ashamed is seriously messed up
Like, would you rather feel embarrassed for two hours a day while working on it, or just deal with the shame for the rest of your life?
I'm gonna try to figure something out

Just go ride a bike or hit some hiking trails. Besides, public pools are pretty gross no matter how much chlorine they dump in them.

Alexander Moore73 Newcomer

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#34 · Nov 11, 2006

I still say a fifteen-year-old kid weighing 300 pounds with a slow metabolism is eating way too much. One serving of meat is plenty. One slice of bread with pâté? That’s enough. Plus, we're talking about junk here—sandwiches and Twix bars aren't actual food, they're just trash.
The real question is, what counts as "normal" for different people? Personally, I think for any healthy adult, three servings of meat at once is just straight-up overeating.

dustyhound5 Active Member

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#35 · Nov 11, 2006

lonefox7 said:The biggest thing you can do right away is just cut back on—or totally ditch—refined junk. We're talking white flour, white sugar, processed oils, all that stuff. Try to stick to lean proteins like chicken, turkey, or veal, and honestly, steaming or boiling your food is usually better than frying it. You really want to load up on fruits and veggies and aim for about five smaller meals throughout the day. Instead of grabbing a Twix, why not grab some fruit, yogurt, or maybe some whole grain cookies? Even CVS carries those chocolate treats that aren't loaded with calories. And please, stay away from those sodas that are basically liquid sugar. Don't go banning everything you love, though, because that just makes you crave it more; just treat yourself to a little chocolate once a month or something.
For getting moving, walking is your best bet to start out. Just head to a local park and wander around (it’s even better if you have a dog!), or maybe hop on a bike. You don't even need a gym membership; you can totally work out at home.
The real secret is staying consistent and setting goals you can actually hit so you don't lose steam.
If your metabolism is acting up, a doctor might suggest weight loss meds, but that should be a last resort since they aren't exactly risk-free.
I've got some extra weight to lose myself, and I've been eating clean and walking every single day for over a year now. I squeeze in workouts whenever I can too, whether it's the elliptical or those old Cindy Crawford DVDs, and I can definitely see the progress. I stopped weighing myself, so I don't know the exact number, but my clothes fit differently and people have definitely noticed. The best way I've found to eat is following the UN guidelines, because nothing is off-limits and the portions feel just right.
Just stay brave and don't quit on yourself.

I couldn't agree more!
I'll just add that you can still have something sweet, as long as you're using fructose, honey, or maybe Maltex instead. Just stay far away from that white sugar.

dustyhound5 Active Member

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#36 · Nov 11, 2006

Alexander Moore73 said:I’m still sticking to my guns here—a fifteen-year-old kid weighing 300 pounds with a slow metabolism is definitely overeating. A single serving of meat is plenty. One slice of bread with pâté is enough. Plus, we're talking about junk food; honestly, sandwiches and Twix bars aren't actual food, they're just straight-up garbage.

Exactly, everything he’s eating is basically carcinogenic. Even if he were skinny, he’d still need to overhaul his entire diet.

neonbear4 MemberOP

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#37 · Nov 11, 2006

Alright, I've decided to go with the UN diet
Seems like the most effective one out there. My mom just hit up the farmer's market for some fruit and grabbed groceries at Kroger, so I'm starting tomorrow.
Is that 40 to 55 lbs in 90 days thing including exercise or not?
Because if it's without, then adding sports should definitely speed things up or boost the results even more.

Thanks for the advice.
Still waiting on more tips—does anyone else know of a solid diet I should stick to?
Or at least some exercises I can do right at home?

Jerry Walker79 Active Member

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#38 · Nov 11, 2006

neonbear4 said:So, I’ve decided to commit to the UN diet.
I honestly feel like it’s the most effective way to go. My mom just headed out to the farmer's market to grab some fruit and hit up Kroger for groceries, so I'm officially kicking this off tomorrow.
Quick question though—are we talking about losing those 40 to 55 pounds in 90 days while staying active, or is that without exercise?
Because if that goal is based on zero movement, I figure adding some workouts should definitely speed things up or at least boost the results, right?

Thanks for all the advice so far.
I'm still looking for tips, and does anyone else have a specific diet they swear by?
Or even just some solid home workouts I can do?

Look, if you're going that route, I highly recommend grabbing some multivitamins to supplement everything, because let's be real—that diet isn't exactly "balanced" by any standard.

As far as working out goes, you really can't beat running or power walking, so start there. Just aim for thirty minutes to get the ball rolling, then try to push your duration as you get fitter. Honestly, just start by walking at a brisk pace.
If you want to step it up, sign up for a gym membership and spend some time on the stepper or the elliptical. That's exactly what you need to actually drop the weight.

Lisa Moore7 Member

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#39 · Nov 11, 2006

I'm totally with Alexander Moore73 on this one. Seriously, I'm pushing 220 pounds and one shot, a single steak, or a bowl of stew is plenty for me... anyway, glad you decided to go on a diet. Hope it works out for you. Fingers crossed...

Steven Green2 Newcomer

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#40 · Nov 11, 2006

darkjackal70 said:If you actually have the patience for meal prep and weighing everything out, I’d suggest looking into dieting through The Zone: Book and Cookbook....

Finally, some actual decent advice. It isn't strictly a "diet" in the traditional sense, but rather a holistic approach to healthy eating and lifestyle—though, admittedly, it works wonders for managing obesity too.
I would specifically recommend those books by Dr. Barry Searsa. There are various versions written by American authors, but I've glanced at a few of their sample menus, and they don't quite align with what Searsa originally intended. Still, I suppose something is better than nothing. 😉

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