Too many carbs
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sanegec
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Hey MFP!
Looking at my daily intake I have a minimum of 50% carbs. I have only been eating fresh NonProcessed veggies & fruit. I eliminated whole oats & curved raw natural p&b. Isn't that too much in carbs?
Looking at my daily intake I have a minimum of 50% carbs. I have only been eating fresh NonProcessed veggies & fruit. I eliminated whole oats & curved raw natural p&b. Isn't that too much in carbs?
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no...
and why eliminate whole oats?
carbs aren't some inherently evil thing, they are just one of three macro-nutrients. human beings have eaten high carbohydrate diets for most of our existence.
as a matter of good nutrition, the source of carbohydrates is important (which is why I don't understand eliminating oats...they're pretty good for you)...but in and of themselves, carbohydrates aren't this devil thing that so many people seem to think they are.
not sure what p&b is...peanut butter? peanut butter is mostly dietary fat, not really a carb source.
also remember that dietary fat and protein are essential...there's more to proper nutrition than just fruit and veg.
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It's only too much if you don't meet your protein and fat minimums.
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I'm not sure I understand your question, you can adjust your macros in your diary to fit your own goals, if you mean that the diary says you should have more than you want.0
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Do you have medical issues re: carbs?
If not, then no it's not too many. Focus more on protein and fats....carbs are what's left over.0 -
cwolfman13 wrote: »no...
and why eliminate whole oats?
carbs aren't some inherently evil thing, they are just one of three macro-nutrients. human beings have eaten high carbohydrate diets for most of our existence.
as a matter of good nutrition, the source of carbohydrates is important (which is why I don't understand eliminating oats...they're pretty good for you)...but in and of themselves, carbohydrates aren't this devil thing that so many people seem to think they are.
not sure what p&b is...peanut butter? peanut butter is mostly dietary fat, not really a carb source.
also remember that dietary fat and protein are essential...there's more to proper nutrition than just fruit and veg.
Carbs are good , as I recall... I'm a women who is building her *kitten* and minimizing the belly fat. If you eat the right ones ,, it's okay. There's Starches that could mess you up, like Rice.. I mean it's good for you but too much can put you in a heavy side .0 -
Can't see your diary so I have no idea what your calorie, fat, or protein intake are. As I mentioned you need to get your fat and protein minimums. It looks like you want to lose 100+ pounds, based on that, you could very easily meet your minimums and have 50+% carb intake.
Me for example, I have my protein and fat goals set as minimum (based on grams: body weight x 0.04 fat grams, body weight x 0.9 protein grams (which is conservatively high) , that leaves 60% carbs. I don't try to eat 60% carbs, I eat at least my protein and fat goals.0 -
glisteninglight18 wrote: »cwolfman13 wrote: »no...
and why eliminate whole oats?
carbs aren't some inherently evil thing, they are just one of three macro-nutrients. human beings have eaten high carbohydrate diets for most of our existence.
as a matter of good nutrition, the source of carbohydrates is important (which is why I don't understand eliminating oats...they're pretty good for you)...but in and of themselves, carbohydrates aren't this devil thing that so many people seem to think they are.
not sure what p&b is...peanut butter? peanut butter is mostly dietary fat, not really a carb source.
also remember that dietary fat and protein are essential...there's more to proper nutrition than just fruit and veg.
Carbs are good , as I recall... I'm a women who is building her *kitten* and minimizing the belly fat. If you eat the right ones ,, it's okay. There's Starches that could mess you up, like Rice.. I mean it's good for you but too much can put you in a heavy side .
It's not the rice that will cause you to gain weight, it's eating more calories than you need.0 -
It really depends on you. For some, that will be fine. For others, it will be too much. Play around with the macros until you find a balance that works optimally for you.0
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glisteninglight18 wrote: »cwolfman13 wrote: »no...
and why eliminate whole oats?
carbs aren't some inherently evil thing, they are just one of three macro-nutrients. human beings have eaten high carbohydrate diets for most of our existence.
as a matter of good nutrition, the source of carbohydrates is important (which is why I don't understand eliminating oats...they're pretty good for you)...but in and of themselves, carbohydrates aren't this devil thing that so many people seem to think they are.
not sure what p&b is...peanut butter? peanut butter is mostly dietary fat, not really a carb source.
also remember that dietary fat and protein are essential...there's more to proper nutrition than just fruit and veg.
Carbs are good , as I recall... I'm a women who is building her *kitten* and minimizing the belly fat. If you eat the right ones ,, it's okay. There's Starches that could mess you up, like Rice.. I mean it's good for you but too much can put you in a heavy side .
For real? Rice is a staple of so many peoples diets and many of those people are not overweight. As pointed out already, barring some medical issue, it's calories in<calories out that matter... that's it for weight loss.0 -
lindsey1979 wrote: »It really depends on you. For some, that will be fine. For others, it will be too much. Play around with the macros until you find a balance that works optimally for you.
This. Personally, I have my carbs set at 40%, but that is partly because I was previously considered insulin resistant, so I try to be careful wtih carbs. If you are a typically healthy person, no reason to mess with the macros unless you are finding that things are not working for you. For myself, I have found that fat and protein are my magic bullet for feeling full and satisfied, so I like to eat more of those.0 -
Hey MFP!
Looking at my daily intake I have a minimum of 50% carbs. I have only been eating fresh NonProcessed veggies & fruit. I eliminated whole oats & curved raw natural p&b. Isn't that too much in carbs?
50% could be fine. The question is if you are getting enough of what you need otherwise. How are your calories, fiber, fat, and protein? I have to admit that 50% carbs from fruits and veg makes me wonder if your calories are extremely low.0 -
Yes...drop carbs to 10 percent. ...protein 20-25 percent, fats 65-70 percent. You be good.0
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cwolfman13 wrote: »no...
and why eliminate whole oats?
carbs aren't some inherently evil thing, they are just one of three macro-nutrients. human beings have eaten high carbohydrate diets for most of our existence.
as a matter of good nutrition, the source of carbohydrates is important (which is why I don't understand eliminating oats...they're pretty good for you)...but in and of themselves, carbohydrates aren't this devil thing that so many people seem to think they are.
not sure what p&b is...peanut butter? peanut butter is mostly dietary fat, not really a carb source.
also remember that dietary fat and protein are essential...there's more to proper nutrition than just fruit and veg.
Yes p/b is peanut butter. Veggies & fruit only bc it's a fast that I do 2x's a year. Thanks for reply it just thought it was too much of my intake. But seems as if it's not much to be concerned with0 -
lemurcat12 wrote: »Hey MFP!
Looking at my daily intake I have a minimum of 50% carbs. I have only been eating fresh NonProcessed veggies & fruit. I eliminated whole oats & curved raw natural p&b. Isn't that too much in carbs?
50% could be fine. The question is if you are getting enough of what you need otherwise. How are your calories, fiber, fat, and protein? I have to admit that 50% carbs from fruits and veg makes me wonder if your calories are extremely low.
1350 calories 169g of carbs I think 45g protein. Fiber not sure. I swear I never thought I would have a hard time filling calories but I'm just not hungry. I prep meals but then when it's time to eat I can't finish it.0 -
lindsey1979 wrote: »It really depends on you. For some, that will be fine. For others, it will be too much. Play around with the macros until you find a balance that works optimally for you.
This. Personally, I have my carbs set at 40%, but that is partly because I was previously considered insulin resistant, so I try to be careful wtih carbs. If you are a typically healthy person, no reason to mess with the macros unless you are finding that things are not working for you. For myself, I have found that fat and protein are my magic bullet for feeling full and satisfied, so I like to eat more of those.
No true restrictions. Just thought it was odd that everyday carbs make up 50% of my intake. I guess no worries0 -
BecomingBane wrote: »glisteninglight18 wrote: »cwolfman13 wrote: »no...
and why eliminate whole oats?
carbs aren't some inherently evil thing, they are just one of three macro-nutrients. human beings have eaten high carbohydrate diets for most of our existence.
as a matter of good nutrition, the source of carbohydrates is important (which is why I don't understand eliminating oats...they're pretty good for you)...but in and of themselves, carbohydrates aren't this devil thing that so many people seem to think they are.
not sure what p&b is...peanut butter? peanut butter is mostly dietary fat, not really a carb source.
also remember that dietary fat and protein are essential...there's more to proper nutrition than just fruit and veg.
Carbs are good , as I recall... I'm a women who is building her *kitten* and minimizing the belly fat. If you eat the right ones ,, it's okay. There's Starches that could mess you up, like Rice.. I mean it's good for you but too much can put you in a heavy side .
For real? Rice is a staple of so many peoples diets and many of those people are not overweight. As pointed out already, barring some medical issue, it's calories in<calories out that matter... that's it for weight loss.
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lindsey1979 wrote: »It really depends on you. For some, that will be fine. For others, it will be too much. Play around with the macros until you find a balance that works optimally for you.
I didn't know you could change Macros. Honestly even if I could don't think I would0 -
_benjammin wrote: »Can't see your diary so I have no idea what your calorie, fat, or protein intake are. As I mentioned you need to get your fat and protein minimums. It looks like you want to lose 100+ pounds, based on that, you could very easily meet your minimums and have 50+% carb intake.
Me for example, I have my protein and fat goals set as minimum (based on grams: body weight x 0.04 fat grams, body weight x 0.9 protein grams (which is conservatively high) , that leaves 60% carbs. I don't try to eat 60% carbs, I eat at least my protein and fat goals.
Thanks for formulas! Protein was a struggle at first bc I don't normally take in protein everyday.0 -
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cwolfman13 wrote: »no...
and why eliminate whole oats?
carbs aren't some inherently evil thing, they are just one of three macro-nutrients. human beings have eaten high carbohydrate diets for most of our existence.
as a matter of good nutrition, the source of carbohydrates is important (which is why I don't understand eliminating oats...they're pretty good for you)...but in and of themselves, carbohydrates aren't this devil thing that so many people seem to think they are.
not sure what p&b is...peanut butter? peanut butter is mostly dietary fat, not really a carb source.
also remember that dietary fat and protein are essential...there's more to proper nutrition than just fruit and veg.
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