Not meeting MyFitnessPal's recommendations

Kelseyyyy22

I spend all my time working toward the calories goals and that's good, but I'm coming in WAY UNDER on carbs and WAY OVER on fiber...is this bad? Fat and sugar intakes some days are too much, some days just about right, some days under--basically all over the place, and (I think) cancel out. But for carbs and fiber the pattern is always the same. Am I screwing up my body by doing this?

Thanks!

Jesung

This site suggests way too much for carbs. Eat more protein instead. Fiber is fine to go over.

Fayve

Fibre is a good thing to get a lot of. Also, a lot of people swear by the benefits of eating less carbs. I don't think you need to worry about it. Depending on how low your carbs are to start, you might consider yourself a low-carb dieter too. Keep in mind that fibre subtracts from your carbs to create a net that your body actually absorbs as well.

I can't see your food journal, but so long as you're getting in close to your calorie goal and have enough energy, I say keep it up

messa5

I honestly don't pay too much attention to the # of carbs/protein- I mean I try to get more protein, because I know I need it- But the total calories -vs- amt of exercise has made the most long-term difference in my weight loss. 28 lbs and counting...

MissMaryMac33

My Home > Goals > Change Goals > Custom

Fix the percentrage to match what you WANT.
Mine are 45% protein, 25% carb, 30% fat.

The default MFP settings are completely backwards in my opinion.

clarech82

I have only looked at calories since starting here and so far that's worked.

Honu_Girl

My Home > Goals > Change Goals > Custom

Fix the percentrage to match what you WANT.
Mine are 45% protein, 25% carb, 30% fat.

The default MFP settings are completely backwards in my opinion.

Thank you for this!!!

marky54

I have only looked at calories since starting here and so far that's worked.

I do the same

capriciousmoon

I wouldn't worry about going over on fiber unless you start having some stomach issues. If your energy level is good you shouldn't have to worry about the carbs either, as long as you have whole grains, fruit, and veggies in your diet you're fine.