Can I gain weight eating raw vegan 811

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Comment by Tarah @ 40 Below Fruity on August 11, 2010 at 9:24am

Don't worry. Your extra 15-20lbs will be gone in no time. What you need to worry about is getting ENOUGH calories! Focus on health and the weight will fall off. Don't even think about your calorie restriction days.

Comment by Mango-Man on August 11, 2010 at 7:51am

ROO,

Now that's what I'm talking about! I've just had over 3000 calories and I still would'nt mind sampling some of those mangoes! I have a confession to make...I'm addicted to mangoes! :-)

dg,

Stop worrying about weight and volume. This lifestyle and diet is totally different. You no longer need to worry about restricting your food. This is not about restriction, it's about assurance. To succeed regularly you must:

Ensure sufficient sleep, sufficient exercise, sufficient water, sufficient rest for optimal digestion, sufficient sunshine and SUFFICIENT FUEL/CALORIES. Invariably, those new to this diet undereat. Please only use the food scales to ensure you are eating ENOUGH and not worrying about volume. You must eat kilos of fruit at each sitting. I had a light dinner of 2 kilos of oranges, 3 tomatoes 2 heads of lettuce, and 2 small haas avocados.

Ultimately, EAT, EAT AND THEN EAT SOME MORE.

Comment by dg on August 11, 2010 at 6:08am

I have about 15 - 20 pounds to lose. I have gained about 40 pounds this year on another food plan.

I know I have to focus on health not weight.

This is a different philosphy than what I am used to. I have been on a weighted and measured food plan for over 8 years. No refined sugar, wheat or flour. I started to gain weight on it.

I have to be patient.

Comment by Tarah @ 40 Below Fruity on August 11, 2010 at 3:06am

Your weight will take care of itself. You need to be tracking your calorie intake. Download Cron-o-meter. Your body will settle out at your natural weight. Do you have a lot of weight to lose? I eat over 3000 calories everyday with moderate exercise, and i've lost 10lbs while doing this! Don't let the calories scare you. Focus on the health benefits and throw your worries into the wind :)

Comment by dg on August 11, 2010 at 1:44am

i know i lost the first week but i have been eating more. i am going to start tracking because in my mind i think i am gaining weight when i may not be. this much volume scares me because i am used to fighting volume and weight. it will take time. i need to trust the process and focus on raw vegan 80/10/10 not my weight. my weight should take care of itself.

thanks for your input.