Carb Question

fitOsaurus_Rex_we_changed

I eat like 300g of unprocessed carbs! I have tons of energy!

Thank you!!!!

fitOsaurus_Rex_we_changed

Just because I don't get my protein from meat doesn't mean I'm not getting enough protein.

I don't even know why I post on this forum sometimes. My carbs come from *natural* sources with an abundance of greens to balance it out. And I don't have 'low carb hysteria' to the one person who replied with that suggestion. I love how someone asks for advice and the majority of people take the time to bash and criticize rather than reach out and try to help

Thank you for those who has constructive responses. I will be increasing my protein by a scoop and swapping out a banana to maintain the calorie ratio. That will give me my 50gm of fat, 90-100gm protein, and under 200 carbs. Anyone who said my fat intake wasn't existent doesn't understand that I get most of my fat by adding in olive oil. This was suggested to me because I have a medical condition that makes it difficult to ingest high fatty foods. And to all the people who said 'focus on your macros', I do, thank you very much. And I hit all of them on a daily basis.

mrsfoster102613

People are so quick to judge instead of just give helpful info. Even if they disagree with your approach, they could politely say why and give you some suggestions.

You do you, girl! I know you'll figure out what's right for you.

brucedelaney

Just because I don't get my protein from meat doesn't mean I'm not getting enough protein.

I don't even know why I post on this forum sometimes. My carbs come from *natural* sources with an abundance of greens to balance it out. And I don't have 'low carb hysteria' to the one person who replied with that suggestion. I love how someone asks for advice and the majority of people take the time to bash and criticize rather than reach out and try to help

Thank you for those who has constructive responses. I will be increasing my protein by a scoop and swapping out a banana to maintain the calorie ratio. That will give me my 50gm of fat, 90-100gm protein, and under 200 carbs. Anyone who said my fat intake wasn't existent doesn't understand that I get most of my fat by adding in olive oil. This was suggested to me because I have a medical condition that makes it difficult to ingest high fatty foods. And to all the people who said 'focus on your macros', I do, thank you very much. And I hit all of them on a daily basis.

I would have agreed that your protein was a bit low before but it sounds like that simple change of one scoop for one banana will have in a pretty well balance macro setup.

Unfortunately, many people think their way that worked for them is the only way to go. I personally don't care for the higher amounts of carbs and opt to get the bulk of my energy from fat. It's just a choice of which I'm not going to force on anyone else.

That being said, I think getting your protein up to 90-100g daily is a great Idea.

MelRC117

I just have to agree that you seem to be eating alot of carbs. You eat a lot of fruit apples, watermelon, pineapple, grapes, banana and then add in the pasta...seems like a bit much. Although fruit is good for you, don't forget about the amount of sugar in fruit. If you like fruit I would try adding more berries.

You are eating almost 60% of your calories from carbs. I would up the protein to reduce the percentage of your calories from carbs.

I don't know if I should even respond to this or just ignore it. You don't have a picture or info on your page and your diary is private. I don't "add in pasta" every day. Like I stated in my original post I usually have a meat and a veggie. Having pasta once a week with carbs at 185gm isn't bad IMO.

A lot of people's diaries are private.....

Look I'm just going off on what you said. Apparently if you don't have a picture it means you can't read. Like I said BEFORE...fruit is good but you are eating a lot of it which means a lot of sugar.

RunningRichelle

I have read and personally experienced that weight loss is much easier with carbs between 50 and 100g per day, keeping it to fruits and veggies instead of grains. Best wishes!

TavistockToad

Just because I don't get my protein from meat doesn't mean I'm not getting enough protein.

I don't even know why I post on this forum sometimes. My carbs come from *natural* sources with an abundance of greens to balance it out. And I don't have 'low carb hysteria' to the one person who replied with that suggestion. I love how someone asks for advice and the majority of people take the time to bash and criticize rather than reach out and try to help

Thank you for those who has constructive responses. I will be increasing my protein by a scoop and swapping out a banana to maintain the calorie ratio. That will give me my 50gm of fat, 90-100gm protein, and under 200 carbs. Anyone who said my fat intake wasn't existent doesn't understand that I get most of my fat by adding in olive oil. This was suggested to me because I have a medical condition that makes it difficult to ingest high fatty foods. And to all the people who said 'focus on your macros', I do, thank you very much. And I hit all of them on a daily basis.

To be fair to everyone who responded, you didn't give all the information - ie you missed out the protein shake in your daily menu! so you got responses based on what you did tell people....

cwolfman13

Just because I don't get my protein from meat doesn't mean I'm not getting enough protein.

I don't even know why I post on this forum sometimes. My carbs come from *natural* sources with an abundance of greens to balance it out. And I don't have 'low carb hysteria' to the one person who replied with that suggestion. I love how someone asks for advice and the majority of people take the time to bash and criticize rather than reach out and try to help

Thank you for those who has constructive responses. I will be increasing my protein by a scoop and swapping out a banana to maintain the calorie ratio. That will give me my 50gm of fat, 90-100gm protein, and under 200 carbs. Anyone who said my fat intake wasn't existent doesn't understand that I get most of my fat by adding in olive oil. This was suggested to me because I have a medical condition that makes it difficult to ingest high fatty foods. And to all the people who said 'focus on your macros', I do, thank you very much. And I hit all of them on a daily basis.

To be fair to everyone who responded, you didn't give all the information - ie you missed out the protein shake in your daily menu! so you got responses based on what you did tell people....

And I didn't really see anyone getting mean or anything...just suggesting more protein which given the initial menu plan, I would totally agree with. As to the carb question, carbs aren't the devil they've been made out to be.

Don't know what all the huff and puff is about...perhaps you really should stay off the forums because I really see nothing in this thread to get butt hurt about.

aling01

If you want to lose weight, you need protein and healthy fat. Too much carbs is not good for you (stick with fruits and vegetables but don't eat a lot of fruits as its high in sugar, even though it is natural).

Healthy fat will keep you full longer, helping you to stay within the 1400 calorie limit. I always limit my carb intake to only 20% of calories I consume/day. But that is what works for me...high in protein/fat and low in carb (veggies & fruit)

aling01

I'm reading Wheat Belly as well, might want to look into it. I don't think I saw horrible carbs in your menu plan but its a really good read on why wheat today is not actually healthy. I'm on my 3rd day of being grain/sugar free and have dropped about 6lbs but I have a lot to lose though.

aling01

Agreed! It's what I'm working on now myself!

I have read and personally experienced that weight loss is much easier with carbs between 50 and 100g per day, keeping it to fruits and veggies instead of grains. Best wishes!