Losing weight but eating more

Does anyone else feel like they are losing weight, but eating more?

I feel like my perspective on eating has completely changed in the last few months and I've been able to really change my lifestyle.

Pre-"real"-weight loss journey: I used to believe that I was eating healthy (and when I thought I was eating well during the week, I would treat myself on the weekends). But looking back, I realized I was thinking about things all wrong. I was completely overestimating calories on "healthy" foods and making up the difference on the weekends. I wasn't really calorie counting, just guesstimating.

Fast forward to now: I have really changed the way I eat and am way more conscious on nutrition of the foods I'm eating. I calorie count everything (yes --- everything from oils to nibbles between meals). And I actually feel like I'm eating MORE than I used to and somehow losing weight. I know this is because I'm eating more nutritiously dense foods, but isn't it funny, ey! Because of calorie counting, there are even some days where I have to really make an effort in meeting my calorie goal. Or I feel super full at even 1400 calories.

Some sample meals:

• breakfast: egg white muffins, fruit, avo/guac "toast" on rice cakes
• lunch: salad of sorts or leftovers from the day before, soup, or no-bun sandwiches (i like to sub cauliflower thins or make a lettuce type wrap)
• dinner: fish (salmon/tilapia) or lean chicken and veggies, rice sometimes (but small portions)
• Snacks throughout the day: hummus w/ veggies or crackers, seaweed snacks, pretzels, grapes
• I also still have a latte everyday! (i still need some nice things in life =p)
• Protein shake most days
• I've cut out most refined carbs, olive oil (i used to sprinkle that on everything), heavy meats, and generally don't really eat much sweets (thankfully, no sweet tooth)

Anyways, the power of calorie counting + portion control is REAL! I aim for 1,200 calories a day (but give myself wiggle room up to 1,400 calories). I also treat myself if I want to some days, but don't go overboard. I've lost close to 15 pounds, still a way to go. And this has been at a 1 pound/week rate. It's not a huge weight loss rate (which still frustrates me time to time), but I'm happy to have created a sustainable routine and lifestyle. I'm in it for the long haul and not starving myself and don't feel like I'm "dieting." I do exercise (and that's definitely helped lean my body and made me feel good), but really believe it's the food of course that has made a difference.

Outside of the weight loss, I just feel better - both inside and out. Physically and mentally. I have better energy, better skin, better sleep. I don't feel super bloated (although if I do bloat it's way more noticeable). And generally stop myself from getting to that point / stop when I'm full.

Anyways, only been a few months, but hoping to continue on this journey!

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