From meticulously monitoring macronutrients and body composition over periods of 3 months, I find I can eat say 3/4rs of my calculated energy requirements and s

From meticulously monitoring macronutrients and body composition over periods of 3 months, I find I can eat say 3/4rs of my calculated energy requirements and still get slowly fatter over time. This slow fattening effect is associated with poor sleep, occasional massive calorie bombs due to social events and, for me at least, eating a lot of starches often in snack foods. The sleep is particularly important, when deprived I develop incessant cravings for low quality food. If I sleep well and restrict carbs, I can lose 5kg+ without trying despite no exercise.