protein

cframe800
cframe800 Posts: 11
edited September 25 in Health and Weight Loss
So I just had lunch and I amlready -10 in my protein......what should I do for dinner?

I was going to have baked chicken breast, potatoes and a mixed veggie....I am in the plus real good for everything else...

thanks!

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  • royam01
    royam01 Posts: 123
    Eat some more protein. The estimates they give are low anyway. :)
  • BakingGranny
    BakingGranny Posts: 112 Member
    Going over in your protein and fibre isn't bad.
  • Melis25Fit
    Melis25Fit Posts: 811 Member
    Going over in protien is just fine. MFP has a LOW daily limit for protien. You're fine to have chicken for dinner too... it builds lean muscle!
  • savlyon
    savlyon Posts: 474 Member
    If you are working out, you will want to eat more protein. That isn't a bad thing. Just because it is listed next to "Calories" "Fat" and "Carbs" doesn't mean it is your enemy.
  • diaryoffatdad
    diaryoffatdad Posts: 175 Member
    ya unless your only eating protein its ok.....they give pretty low guidelines......enjoy your planned dinner with no regrets.....

    my dietitian has me eating protein with every meal and snack because it keeps you fuller longer,
  • SweetBeth
    SweetBeth Posts: 87 Member
    MFP only tells you the minimum protein for your goal weight range. Do some research. The Atkins website explains some and just "googling protein diet recommendations" should help comfort you. It's good to have high protein during weight loss. MFP recommends 45 for me, but I actually eat about 75. Generally you should have a MINIMUM of .35 grams per pound according to FDA guidelines.
  • lnjklnjk
    lnjklnjk Posts: 5
    You can go into your goals and do custom to change the percentages which will adjust your food grams.
  • cframe800
    cframe800 Posts: 11
    THANKS EVERYONE>.........I will eat my chicken tonight, LOL
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