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jcaa2011
jcaa2011 Posts: 34 Member
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Would it be better to have something that is higher in protein and sodium but lower in carbs, or something that is lower in cals, fat and sodium but much lower in protein? Trying to decide on a meal for lunch today and can't figure out which would be the better choice.

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  • bcolburn289
    bcolburn289 Posts: 32
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    I'd say lower in cals, fat, sodium. Can you add some lean protein in later in the day?
  • Rilke
    Rilke Posts: 1,201 Member
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    Whatever is less processed.
  • tammykoon
    tammykoon Posts: 303 Member
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    For me it would depend on if I was craving. I have noticed that the days that I crave more I have usually been low on protein. If I up my protein the cravings subside and then I can watch my calorie intake.
  • imcsqrd
    imcsqrd Posts: 32
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    Would depend on what you had for breakfast and what you plan for dinner. Based on that, you can determine which would fit in with your daily calorie/fat/carb/sodium allowance. Bear in mind that protein will keep you satisfied longer in the hunger department as it takes longer to digest than carbs. As tammykoon said, tune in to what your body might be telling you it 'wants/needs' to avoid any uncontrollable craving later.

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