Calories, carbs and protein question---info please

McWilkie

So, what if I'm under my calories but over in carbs and protein? Does it matter?

stronglikebull

if you're over on carbs and its the levels that mfp has set, that's a lot of damn carbs. you should cut waaaay back on that. mfp sets protein pretty low so if you're not going to reset your macros, i'd almost encourage going over protein on purpose.

McWilkie

Thanks...I'm usually over protein. Today I guess i ate a little too much rice, so I was over on both

mrphil86

Yeah I think the default is like 55% for carbs which I feel thats way to high. I also feel the protein is too low.

chevy88grl

You'll have to figure out what works for your body.

My body LOVES carbs - loves them. When I lower my carbs too much I get VERY lethargic, cranky, tired and want to sleep. I don't have a sensitivity to carbs like some people do. Course, I eat a bunch of protein too.

I focus most on calories and making sure I get enough protein (especially on the days I workout). Otherwise? I'm kind of eh on the rest.

Edited to add: I went to check my percentages on here:

Carbs: 40%

Protein: 35%

Fat: 25%

That is what I have mine set at. Some may think it is too high but it works for my body.

carloP90X

Going over on quality protein is fine. It's the carbs that will set you back. Remember, carbs drives insulin drives fat. For effortless weight maintenance keep your carbs between 100-150g. The sweet spot for fat loss is between 50-100g. Anything below 50g and you will put your body in ketosis - only do so with Doctor supervision. Also, watch your sodium intake.

mrphil86

Going over on quality protein is fine. It's the carbs that will set you back. Remember, carbs drives insulin drives fat. For effortless weight maintenance keep your carbs between 100-150g. The sweet spot for fat loss is between 50-100g. Anything below 50g and you will put your body in ketosis - only do so with Doctor supervision. Also, watch your sodium intake.

I still have yet to see anyone prove this correct.

chevy88grl

Going over on quality protein is fine. It's the carbs that will set you back. Remember, carbs drives insulin drives fat. For effortless weight maintenance keep your carbs between 100-150g. The sweet spot for fat loss is between 50-100g. Anything below 50g and you will put your body in ketosis - only do so with Doctor supervision. Also, watch your sodium intake.

I go over 150g of carbs each and everyday.

I am currently maintaining my weight (and have been). Everyone's body is different and responds differently to carbs, sodium, etc. My body is a carb lover and obviously functions just fine on a higher percentage of carbs.

McWilkie

Thanks for responding folks!!