IIFYM Question

mittencat77
mittencat77 Posts: 137 Member
in Health and Weight Loss
I have just worked out my macros and come up with 25% protein, 25% fat and 50% carbs. Here is my problem: I do not eat meat (though I eat fish and eggs). Many of my protein sources are fatty and my fat is always way, way too high (like 35%). My protein is almonds, cheese, eggs, more cheese....other nuts and seeds...well...you get the point.

Any advice? I have been suspecting for a few weeks now that my high fat intake is the problem (I only have about 5-10 lbs to lose...but i eat well and am pretty athletic so it is a mystery.....the high fat seems the most probably cause recently). I have been trying to get it down but I am flummoxed!

Any ideas would be much appreciated! My diary is an open book. I have been snacking a lot lately just to get the calories in. :)

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  • whierd
    whierd Posts: 14,025 Member
    Whey protein powder.
  • deksgrl
    deksgrl Posts: 7,237 Member
    Have you considered adding whey protein powder? You can drink it in milk or coffee or add it to yogurt or oatmeal.
  • RBurnham90
    RBurnham90 Posts: 202 Member
    I'd be consuming a lot of liquid egg whites if I were you, greek yogurt, fat free cottage cheese, whey isolate protein. None of these really have any fat content and are high protein sources. There are options out there, you just can't be picky

    i would cut back to as little nuts as possible. Although it does carry protein, it is primarily a fat source.
  • Zaniejane
    Zaniejane Posts: 329 Member
    Seitan, tofu, Greek yogurt, cottage cheese, humus, lentils, beans, brown rice, quinoa, cous cous,whole wheat flour, veggie burgers and other soy based foods, tempeh, and don't forget dark green leafy veggies like broccoli and kale, and mushrooms!

    Use nuts as garnish on steamed veggies or salads.

    Tofu is so versatile. It can be stir fried, scrambled, barbequed, blended into dressings , sauces and dips, and add a slice to your Favourite sandwich or bean and veggie wrap.

    When a else fails have your handy dandy whey or soy shake ready to supplement up to what you need.
    Good luck:). It can be done.
  • mittencat77
    mittencat77 Posts: 137 Member
    Wow! Thanks all. I have been avoiding protein powers/bars..but I think I will add them back in. I had completely forgot about cottage cheese! And mushrooms (and I didn't even consider kale and broccoli)!!! You are definitely right about the nuts. Love them but they need to be cut back. Likewise with the high fat cheeses.

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