I think my post was poorly understood. I really hope I can clear up the confusion on my next post. However, I'm far from home and I can't post what I really want to right now. I will be posting some pictures from my trip if you want to see my home province in Canada though.
As for the 2000 calorie benchmark. That is what the average Canadian burns. We live a much more sedentary life here. I'm certain the average Nigerian burns more because I'm almost certain they work harder. As for the hot temperature...cold weather burns even more calories but that's a whole different topic.
As for eating to keep hunger away that again is a whole topic in itself. However, 2000 calories will give a person enough energy to get through the day IF they are sedentary. Hard workers will obviously need more. 2000 calories of oil and carbs will leave a person hungry all day long and when they eat more they will get fat (just look at the Average American or Canadian). 2000 calories (or so) with a fair amount of protein and fiber will make people feel much more satiated (no more hungry stomach) and keep them from getting fat.
As for a 100 calorie deficit...the body can adjust to a small amount like that....just ask anyone who needs to be a diet. However, you are right the numbers MUST be adjusted to individual activity levels, age, sex, and so on.
As for eating each item in exclusion..well, that would be a pretty awful diet and that wasn't the point. Typically people use staples as the base of their meal. Then they liven it up with spices, vegetables, fruits and so on. Of course a mix of all those staples keeps things interesting. However, I chose those staples because they are some of the most versatile and easily found items that are ubiquitous (found everywhere).
Thanks for the reply and yes, there is far more to this topic than one post could ever capture. I just hope you'll keep reading until I can get this finished. If not I'll be writing to no audience but I expect t finish this someday.
Lol! Thanks for the detailed feedback. I got somethings wrong as well at some point.
Thanks for working hard at this. I really appreciate. I just discovered you own this community "Be Frugal Not Stingy". If you need some hands, I'd would be willing to help.
I'll be sharing my feedback directly on there soon. Was researching on the rate of inflation of those staple foods that's why it's taking longer than usual, plus I am very busy offline.
Thanks for your kind reply as always!
I will never turn down an offer of help. However, I need so much help and can offer so little in return. If you read some of my posts, tell me when I'm wrong, and give a thank you when I'm right that would so awesome! Of course the more information I have about the prices of things the better posts I can make about how to live frugally...which is a topic that's important to me. The other half though is to use the financial freedom found by frugal living to help others and not be stingy!
My whole reason to be frugal on every expense is to be generous when helping others. Hopefully I can write about that someday.
As for starting my own community. My food information was too boring for Foodies Bee Hive. My shopping information was too specific for Market Friday. My posts just didn't seem to fit anywhere else.
Thank you for reading. I appreciate it so much. Knowing my posts have even a small audience make it worthwhile.
You're welcome! I'll be as supportive as I can!