Should I eat more fat? Or am I ok?

Chaagy
Chaagy Posts: 109 Member
in Food and Nutrition
So my MFP meal plan says that I should get about 47g of fat per day and lately I've consistently been hitting under - about 30-35g per day.

I've been eating very healthy, but in my zeal, I'm wondering if my proteins and cooking methods are too lean (skinless chicken breast, white fish, beans, etc). Is the level of fat I'm getting too little, or even harmful. I know fat is important for vitamin and nutrient delivery.

I feel ok, but do notice I have drier skin than usual - it is winter, but usually my hands and knuckles are not this dry. I've been thinking of adding in some skin-on chicken thighs, and allowing more EVOO and butter back into my life. Thoughts?

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  • Michael190lbs
    Michael190lbs Posts: 1,510 Member
    edited February 2016
    No way to tell without knowing your weight take your weight and times it by .35-.4 that should be your fat intake a day.

    If you weigh 220lbs get in around 85 grams Fat or 765 calories from Fat

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