too much protein??

runnermel

I have noticed that I am going over my protein daily amounts suggested by mfp. curious what this will do to my weight loss?? Is this really harmful? and should I be worried about it?

jennrdrgz22

eeek i've been wondering the same thing! lol not sure if to worry or not ... ?

ChRiStA_1983

Daily intake protein values on this site are pretty low, actually, and you'll probably be informed of that by many people....

A general rule of thumb (apparently, I'm certainly no expert, though), is to consider your goal weight (in pounds), and consume that many GRAMS of protein in a day....At least, that's my general understanding.

It's better to worry about caloric, fat, and sodium intakes....As long as you're hitting those, you're set!

stevemcknight

Daily intake protein values on this site are pretty low, actually, and you'll probably be informed of that by many people....

A general rule of thumb (apparently, I'm certainly no expert, though), is to consider your goal weight (in pounds), and consume that many GRAMS of protein in a day....At least, that's my general understanding.

It's better to worry about caloric, fat, and sodium intakes....As long as you're hitting those, you're set!

Yes. the 15% that it gives you here is more like a minimum standard to live by, not a goal, especially by people working out.

runnermel

thanks, that really helps and makes me feel better! I definitely workout, usually twice a day with one workout being a run of at least 4-5 miles. and then try to have several weight bearing excercises mixed in. so, hopefully it will all balance out!!

armyanchik

I changed my goals completelly. I do work out. Mine is currently set to 60% protein (instead of 65% carbs) and 20/20 for carbs/fat

daily vitamins + protein shakes + 5 day workout (cardio/strength)

1-1.5 gr of pritein is needed during workout.

I want to lose weight, however with the strategy I am using, there could be even increase of weight... however reduction of waist size....

Good luck to all!!

kevanos

i reccomentd that you change your goals manually and set your protein intake to 30%, carb to 55% and fat to 15%.