I was recently told to up my calories to 800 to 1000 per day, and I tend to hang out on the low end, but on the rare occasion that I hit near 1000, I see a loss. Since my loss has slowed down/stalled, it has me wondering if I should be hitting closer to 1000 on a more regular basis. But the problem is that I'm usually satisfied with my 800 calories per day, and with that I can get up to 90 grams of protein and keep the carbs low (under 50, often close to 20). And I like that. I don't want to add more protein to my diet because if I do I will probably never poop again. Constipation is still a bit of a struggle for me, and I want to stay low carb (but not necessarily keto-low, that is not a personal goal for me).

So how can I increase my calories without adding a bunch more protein or carbs, but also not adding a bunch of crappy food? I'm at a loss. I've added a couple tablespoons of peanut butter, but that's about all I've come up with, and even that makes me feel like it's just a bunch of sugar, although the nutrition information doesn't seem to indicate that.

Add a piece of fruit. It’s easy to add 100-200 calories even by mistake!

Avocado, cream sauce on meat, maybe full fat cheese on a burger, a few nuts and the nuts will keep constipation at bay.

Edited July 6, 20197 yr by Sosewsue61

I’m in the same boat. Was told to increase to 1200 and I can barely handle 1000 most days. I too suffer from constipation. I drink Miralax in hot tea several times a week and take Colace once a week. Nuts are a great way to increase. Full of fat and calories. Also, add some fruit and Fiber One cereal to yogurt. Helps with calories and constipation.

sauté veggies in olive oil

I've been relying on Avocados. And nuts (brazil, walnuts). And seeds (pumpkin and chia). The chia has the added benefit of keeping me regular.

Sometimes, when it's the end of the day and I am below my calories goal I'll have some peanut butter or some cheese.

Have a glass or 2 of milk

Olive oil, avocado, nuts, 2% or 4% yogurt or cottage cheese