Agreed. Avoid trans fats whenever possible. These are universally considered bad for your health. Other fats found in oil are generally good for your body, as long as you're not overdoing it and still keeping track of what you eat. Good luck!

It's a good idea to get no calories from liquid as these are often empty calories. The bites idea is a unique one. Let us know how it works out!

It's tough to say how many calories you need (this depends on each person and level of activity, etc.) but you might want to eat a bit more. Try adding more lean protein and fresh vegetables to your diet as well as some whole grains. See if this helps. You may want to up the intensity of your exerci...

A combination of cardio and weights tends to work best for most people. Also, it seems like you may not be eating enough (as you assume.) Try to add some more protein if you can (nuts, seeds, etc.) and eat more throughout the day instead of eating a little during the day and a larger meal at night. ...