slightly confused.....

snowy_sk

For the past few weeks I've been purely sticking to my calories, but after reading a few posts on here I'm wondering whether I should pay more attention to my food compostion (ratio of proten, carbs etc)? Should I follow the amounts as suggested by mfp? I have a desk job unfortunately so I know that I perhaps shouldnt eat quite as many carbs as someone who does a lot of physical activity during the day.

Do you think sticking to the suggested ratios can have an effect on weight loss amounts?

bex22mcn

I would like to know this too!!

kenuk1

You will lose weight if you are under calories, nutrition wise, I believe the figures recommended are for a "balanced diet"

Im always over on Protein due to weight training at the minute, however I'm losing weight in the right places and gaining muscle too.

marm1962

When in doubt check the web.....this site might help.

http://www.ehow.com/how_4470017_stuck-desk-job-day-long.html

Vegasboricua702

Answer is yes! You need to calculate your macronutrients. Please refer to my blog. It has all the information you need with links

BflSaberfan

I never checked the carbs, protein, fat etc I only counted calories. I lost 50lbs. If you are eating healthier in general you will probably be within your numbers anyways.

bethrs

What others have said- yes and no. You can lose weight without worrying about Macronutrients, but health will improve if you pay attention to them. Also, I think some people change the MFP ratios to allow for more protein, as some folks find the protein reccommendations low.

That being said, I have a hard time staying in balance, I usually don't eat enough fat and I usually go over the protein and fiber by a long shot. However, I think that eating in a more balanced way can help with hunger, cravings, and satiety. The more junk I eat the more junk I want. It's hard to eat junk if you are thinking about your protein, fiber, and staying under sugar and carbs.

One final note- there are better and worse sources of all these nutrients. A handful of almonds may put you over on fat for a day but better it be that than a big mac that does. Same for other things. An apple may screw up my sugar goal for a day but better it that than a bag of skilttles, etc. etc.