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Question about protein?

Carol_s
Carol_s Posts: 73
edited September 2024 in Health and Weight Loss
Hi everyone,

I was just wondering how important it is to keep within my protein limit? Hubby is cooking me a steak tonight as a treat, so I added that to my diary, and that is a lot over my protein intake, without eating anything else today!

Thanks in advance for the advice

Carol x

P.S I had my first weigh in today, and lost 4.4 lbs :-)

Replies

  • Ashleyroberts297
    Ashleyroberts297 Posts: 10 Member
    hey!! protein is good.. i go over everyday is burn fat faster for you, so dont worry.x
  • LillysGranny
    LillysGranny Posts: 431
    I've always read that .5-1 gram per pound of desirable body weight is fine for most people. So, if your healthy weight is 140 lbs, then anywhere between 70-140 grams/day is probably fine. Protein is supposed to stay with you a little better, too, so I try to include some in every meal along with some fiber.
  • gumby101ca
    gumby101ca Posts: 539 Member
    Im with Ashley, i usually go over my protien as well...
  • agataarchangel
    agataarchangel Posts: 292 Member
    Love my steaks! I usually go over on my protein intake too... enjoy it :-)
  • rfcollins33
    rfcollins33 Posts: 630
    I agree with these folks. I mainly watch my calories and sugars as far as not going over.
  • Carol_s
    Carol_s Posts: 73
    Thanks for the replies, I don't feel so bad now!
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