Consistently over on protein and sugar

sassareno

I've noticed that I've been consistently over my daily allotment for protein and sugar. Is it bad to get too much protein? I know that too much sugar is not a good thing, but most of my sugar comes from fruit (mainly apples and bananas).

My protein is usually over by about 25-30, and my sugar is usually over by 5-15.

Does anybody have any info about this?

MomOfRose

I'm interested in replies, too. I'm usually over on my protein and calcium (I'm a milk-hound, what can I say?).

Sidesteal

MFP typically sets protein intake too low, IMO.

Regarding sugars, it depends on how you define what is "bad".

Short answer: If you are staying within your calorie limitations your overconsumption of protein will not interfere with weight loss. If you are non-diabetic and you do not have any form of insulin resistance or insulin related medical conditions, exceeding your sugar limitations will not interfere with your weight loss.

Pandorian

If you are using MFP's default numbers then going over protein (default 15%) then it's fine to be over. I have mine set to 35% for protein.

If your sugars are coming from fruit with all the micro-nutrients and their inherent benefits then don't worry about it, I see the sugar limit as processed sugar limit.

MaraDiaz

MFP typically sets protein intake too low, IMO.

Regarding sugars, it depends on how you define what is "bad".

Short answer: If you are staying within your calorie limitations your overconsumption of protein will not interfere with weight loss. If you are non-diabetic and you do not have any form of insulin resistance or insulin related medical conditions, exceeding your sugar limitations will not interfere with your weight loss.

I like this answer!

Rachiepie6

Didn't read other replies (at work) so sorry if I repeat, if you sugars are mostly from fruit, as long as your not eating a huuge amount don't worry about it. I always go over my carbs and/or protein, but the activity I do, it doesn't worry me. I need the carbs for my swimming and netball, and the protein to feed my muscles.. Still close to my goals most days so I'm not worried.

moleighsmom

I changed my protein percent, thought it was way too low. Dropped the carbs and fat a little in exchange for the protein.

sassareno

Thanks everybody! This definitely helps. Seems like I'm still on the right track. Should slowly work more activity into my regimen too.