We are pleased to announce that as of March 4, 2025, an updated Rich Text Editor has been introduced in the MyFitnessPal Community. To learn more about the changes, please click here. We look forward to sharing this new feature with you!
My diary today

cloneme_losehalf
Posts: 356 Member
I preplan my diary when I can, realizing it could change throughout the day on days I work especially. But the question is, just how much is it ok to go over on protein???? I don't remember what med web site I was on that said too much is not good. That balanced diet is key.
0
Replies
-
I focus first on calories and then on saturated fats. I would not worry if you go over a bit on protein. Just don't go over a lot all the time. Balance is key. Balance over a period of time, not just daily.0
-
I understand a maximum of 1 gramme protein per pound of bodyweight is generally acceptable.0
-
I get 120g minimum a day! :] Hard to get too much really xD0
-
Protein is hard on your kidneys, but I used to get about 100g a day.0
-
I agree balance is key but a little over once in a while is not going to hurt.0
-
Assuming everything else is reasonably balanced, "too much" would be any amount that put you over your calorie goal for the day.0
-
MFP sets protein fairly low, so i wouldnt worry if you are over.0
-
This will help you understand better and calculate the protein you need.
http://www.livestrong.com/article/475685-1500-calorie-50-30-20-meal-plan/
You can adjust your intake by going to MYHOME>GOALS>CHANGE GOALS>CUSTOM There, you can put in your 50/30/20.0
This discussion has been closed.
Categories
- All Categories
- 1.4M Health, Wellness and Goals
- 394.6K Introduce Yourself
- 44K Getting Started
- 260.5K Health and Weight Loss
- 176.1K Food and Nutrition
- 47.5K Recipes
- 232.7K Fitness and Exercise
- 444 Sleep, Mindfulness and Overall Wellness
- 6.5K Goal: Maintaining Weight
- 8.6K Goal: Gaining Weight and Body Building
- 153.1K Motivation and Support
- 8.1K Challenges
- 1.3K Debate Club
- 96.4K Chit-Chat
- 2.5K Fun and Games
- 4.1K MyFitnessPal Information
- 16 News and Announcements
- 1.3K Feature Suggestions and Ideas
- 2.8K MyFitnessPal Tech Support Questions