Too much protein

ladybug3232

Ok, so I'm kind of new to this, but I consistently keep going over my protein levels. Usually, when I exercise it will take the red numbers off my protein and replace it with red. But, I don't always get to exercise every day. Is too much protein going to keep me from losing?

techigirl78

MFP typically sets protein at 15% which is on the low side. It is good to go over. I changed my settings to 25% protein and try to meet that level.

UponThisRock

too many calories is the only thing that will keep you from losing

Jingram2b

too many calories is the only thing that will keep you from losing

This is very true (on a macro level). Calories in vs. calories out.

To be more specific, we'd need a lot more information. But chances are that you're not in any danger of taking in too much protein. In fact, the opposite is probably true.

lizard053

Too much protein will not make you struggle. Not enough protein could!
Change your goals manually to have at least 30% protein, if not more. Will make those annoying reds go away, especially if you're always under calories!

Kelekat

MFP typically sets protein at 15% which is on the low side. It is good to go over. I changed my settings to 25% protein and try to meet that level.

How do you do that?

ladybug3232

Yes, I am usually over my protein level but well under my fat, carbs and calorie levels. Really strange, I thought. But I would try what you said. Thanks!

AntWrig

MFP typically sets protein at 15% which is on the low side. It is good to go over. I changed my settings to 25% protein and try to meet that level.

How do you do that?

I would like to know this as well. I looked all over settings. Currently my cat is eating more protein that I have "suggested".

sweebum

From your main page, click Goals and select "custom" and change it to what you want.:flowerforyou:

ladybug3232

I meant that it replaces the red numbers with green if I exercise.

ladybug3232

Thanks for the help again. I just changed it. No more annoying red numbers