Protein .....

jalapenos
jalapenos Posts: 345 Member
edited September 28 in Food and Nutrition
is it ok to go over the amount alloted for protein?? thanks in advance.

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  • laurenlei
    laurenlei Posts: 96
    yes, MFP sets the automatic allowance for protein really really low! so dont worry about going over - i have actually increased my allowance manually
  • Angela4Health
    Angela4Health Posts: 1,319 Member
    yes!
  • zomoro56
    zomoro56 Posts: 21 Member
    Yes it is. Unlike carbs the body doesn't store excess protein as fat. And when trying to lose weight it is important to have protein so your body isn't losing muscle due to a calorie deficit.
  • smuehlbauer
    smuehlbauer Posts: 1,041 Member
    As long as you are a healthy adult and you dont have any kidney or liver issues, yes - you can have more than what WFP gives you. If you're not sure - or you eat a ton of it - ask your doctor.
    I had blood work done to check liver and kidney function just to be on the safe side - I consume a lot of it.
  • jalapenos
    jalapenos Posts: 345 Member
    Thanks everyone!
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