High carb

madmaddox719

I've just started IIFYM and have a good amount of carbs left but am okay on my fat and protein. What can I eat, I know going over on fat/protein doesn't matter much but if rather not by too much

EvanKeel

Interesting.

People don't usually have a hard timing find ways of adding carbs to their diets. Perhaps some potatoes? They microwave nicely. I also enjoy oatmeal.

Just out of curiosity, what are your daily macro targets (in grams)?

FitForL1fe

bread. crackers. pasta. etc. anything low in fat if you are already meeting your fat macro.

sixxpoint

Nutritious, high fiber items are your best bet. A variety of colorful fruits and vegetables, whole grains, and other high fiber foods like legumes and potatoes.

http://www.bodybuilding.com/fun/40-high-fiber-foods-you-must-try.html

sjohnson__1

CEREAL, and the extra protein isn't a bad thing (from the low fat/no fat milk) !

JJakubowski4

if you need more carbs i would stick to cold rice or potatoes to add some resistance starches to your diet for digestion. here is a link if you aren't familiar with them

http://authoritynutrition.com/resistant-starch-101/

Michael190lbs

can you really eat to much fat or protein if your under your goal calories??? Curious

sjohnson__1

Michael190lbs wrote: »

can you really eat to much fat or protein if your under your goal calories??? Curious

Sure, if it means you aren't getting enough carbs. It's a game of give and take... That being said, most macro calculations are set to reach optimal proteins and fats and fill in the rest with carbs.

madmaddox719

EvanKeel wrote: »

Interesting.

People don't usually have a hard timing find ways of adding carbs to their diets. Perhaps some potatoes? They microwave nicely. I also enjoy oatmeal.

Just out of curiosity, what are your daily macro targets (in grams)?

I don't usually I've just somehow managed to eat under today normally I'm fine and as I'm 90g under I feel okay to eat more

madmaddox719

EvanKeel wrote: »

Interesting.

People don't usually have a hard timing find ways of adding carbs to their diets. Perhaps some potatoes? They microwave nicely. I also enjoy oatmeal.

Just out of curiosity, what are your daily macro targets (in grams)?

Macros are 41 fat, 94 protein,182 carbs

sixxpoint

Unless you are 100 lbs. soaking wet, you are undereating dietary fat, which could present a whole host of long-term health issues, notably those dealing with hormones and reproduction.

madmaddox719

sixxpoint wrote: »

Unless you are 100 lbs. soaking wet, you are undereating dietary fat, which could present a whole host of long-term health issues, notably those dealing with hormones and reproduction.

I weight 112lbs whilst it's recommend I get 50, and most days I get around the 45 mark and go over, I feel best currently eating 41

caminoslo

madmaddox719 wrote: »

I've just started IIFYM and have a good amount of carbs left but am okay on my fat and protein. What can I eat, I know going over on fat/protein doesn't matter much but if rather not by too much

Probably because you are satisfied with protein and fat why would you want to bloat youself with carbs?

sixxpoint

madmaddox719 wrote: »

sixxpoint wrote: »

Unless you are 100 lbs. soaking wet, you are undereating dietary fat, which could present a whole host of long-term health issues, notably those dealing with hormones and reproduction.

I weight 112lbs whilst it's recommend I get 50, and most days I get around the 45 mark and go over, I feel best currently eating 41

I doubt you would notice the difference (on a sensatory level) from a variation of 9 grams.

My point is that for optimal long term hormonal and reproductive health, you should probably be consuming a bare minimum of 0.40-0.45 grams of dietary fat per 1 lb. of bodyweight... or more if preferred to meet your calorie goal.

Not a big deal, just a point worth noting for others.

madmaddox719

caminoslo wrote: »

madmaddox719 wrote: »

I've just started IIFYM and have a good amount of carbs left but am okay on my fat and protein. What can I eat, I know going over on fat/protein doesn't matter much but if rather not by too much

Probably because you are satisfied with protein and fat why would you want to bloat youself with carbs?

I don't want to bloat myself, but I'm trying to maintain muscle mass whilst doing minimum training with exams on. I'm a fair way below my calories and have only eaten half my allowance for calories. Also I don't feel near satisfied

madmaddox719

Half allowance for carbs not calories

madmaddox719

sixxpoint wrote: »

madmaddox719 wrote: »

sixxpoint wrote: »

Unless you are 100 lbs. soaking wet, you are undereating dietary fat, which could present a whole host of long-term health issues, notably those dealing with hormones and reproduction.

I weight 112lbs whilst it's recommend I get 50, and most days I get around the 45 mark and go over, I feel best currently eating 41

I doubt you would notice the difference (on a sensatory level) from a variation of 9 grams.

My point is that for optimal long term hormonal and reproductive health, you should probably be consuming a bare minimum of 0.40-0.45 grams of dietary fat per 1 lb. of bodyweight... or more if preferred to meet your calorie goal.

Not a big deal, just a point worth noting for others.

As I said I'm new to this further on in my training this will be a great reference I'm sure but right now this works for me. Thanks for this info for the future though

ndj1979

I would suggest eating bagels, rice, pasta, vegetables, etc...

my diary is open..

madmaddox719

ndj1979 wrote: »

I would suggest eating bagels, rice, pasta, vegetables, etc...

my diary is open..

Thank you I will check it out now!

jaga13

EvanKeel wrote: »

Interesting.

People don't usually have a hard timing find ways of adding carbs to their diets. Perhaps some potatoes? They microwave nicely. I also enjoy oatmeal.

Just out of curiosity, what are your daily macro targets (in grams)?

I actually struggle some days with adding carbs WITHOUT exceeding calories. Therefore, vegetables are my friend.

HeySwoleSister

madmaddox719 wrote: »

sixxpoint wrote: »

madmaddox719 wrote: »

sixxpoint wrote: »

Unless you are 100 lbs. soaking wet, you are undereating dietary fat, which could present a whole host of long-term health issues, notably those dealing with hormones and reproduction.

I weight 112lbs whilst it's recommend I get 50, and most days I get around the 45 mark and go over, I feel best currently eating 41

I doubt you would notice the difference (on a sensatory level) from a variation of 9 grams.

My point is that for optimal long term hormonal and reproductive health, you should probably be consuming a bare minimum of 0.40-0.45 grams of dietary fat per 1 lb. of bodyweight... or more if preferred to meet your calorie goal.

Not a big deal, just a point worth noting for others.

As I said I'm new to this further on in my training this will be a great reference I'm sure but right now this works for me. Thanks for this info for the future though

A bagel with butter or peanut butter will give you a skosh more fat and some more filling carbs.

A potato is also a really satisfying source of carbs and also lots of micronutrients. Add a pat of butter or some greek yogurt for a bit of healthy fat and protein.