I dont juice I have read a lot of bad things about it
I do a lot of nuts seeds and such, I do have some fruit but I don't do too much as it has a lot of sugar, I have to watch the soups (too much sodium as I need to watch that for health reasons besides store-bought soups are highly processed) I do a premier protein drink in morning and greek yogurt with blueberries and walnuts every day the stuff is not cheap, I also do a black bean, cucumber, feta cheese salad thing my wife makes for lunch every day
I do miss the meat during the week very much, I used to have a good dinner every day with either chicken or shrimp maybe some avocado with some side quinoa faro whole wheat pasta, and a vegetable
When I did that I was losing wait now that I am not having dinner I am eating more of the other stuff, It's not cheap, Like it was when I bought cheap whats on sale lean pockets, soups, lean cuisines and all that junk that I used to eat to lose weight but that stuff only caused me to gain weight and I felt terrible everyday
Curious about what’s wrong with juicing? I have never read one thing “bad,” so very interested in your links or ideas. I feel great, and my doctor is thrilled with my success. Which I did all in my own...no “dieting” or store bought “diet” shakes.
I make my own soups so no sodium issues. I have excellent blood pressure too, so no worries. I make all my own drinks too. I eat with foods with the mix of the “anti-immflamtory,” “nutritionist,” “raw foods,” and “vegetarian diets.” I am not always 100% strict on that, but it’s great guidelines. It’s actually much simpler to keep with a healthy diet, and shopping is quick and easy. Entire sections of grocery stores are ignored. Impulse buys are minimized, regardless of “sales.”
I rarely eat sugar except for honey in my steel cut oats, or yogurt/fresh fruit bowls. No sugar, no sodas, no hot coca, no chocolate milk, or ice cream. I do use stevia, or fruits as sweeteners in the breakfast smoothies. I make my own protein drinks by juicing / blending different healthy ingredients. I also juice my savory salads into smoothies, as it’s easier to eat, and transport. I rarely eat bread, pastries, cakes, wheat anything, pizza, pasta, potatoes, white rice. No white foods. No tomatos. Cheese is avoided. If I do eat any of these, it’s a real super special treat.
There are many non-meat protein sources, so having meat cravings is something I do have...I try to have real meat once every two or three weeks but have gone
much longer.
Food cravings are usually psychological. Occasionally they might be due to lack of nutrients. I try to make everything put into my mouth have loads of micronutrients. Otherwise, eating is pleasurable but really not healthy or wise (for me.)
Nutrition has helped my depression, energy levels, and even helped my chronic pain from degenerative disc disease. It helps my immune system, so I do not get sick. I used to always get sick, and working around homeless and other people who do not care for themselves; and the public sector, in two different jobs, it’s crucial to not get sick in any way. Last winter was the first winter in my entire 61 years of life that I did not get sick in any way. The diet is responsible for keeping my immune system healthy.
Lean Cuisine, and hot pockets are NOT healthy foods! Since you are eating less, why not eat better quality foods? Even carrying around high quality crackers, hummus,or cheese, and some nuts, with an apple is a better, very satisfying meal.
Oh and raw onions in their prepacked sandwiches. It's so gross! 
