Too much protein???

chelbel89

I don't know how I am doing it, but I keep going over my protein limit! Granted its only by a few points here and there, but I was wondering if it will have any negative repercussions...

mcrmsi77

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UponThisRock

No, the default protein setting is too low, IMO.

foremant86

Nope, also MFP's protein settings are very low to begin with. I would actually recommend upping your protein

chelbel89

Thank goodness! It is hard enough trying to keep carbs low, fat low, and calories low without having to worry about the protein too! :grumble:

UponThisRock

Thank goodness! It is hard enough trying to keep carbs low, fat low, and calories low without having to worry about the protein too! :grumble:

You don't have to worry about carbs and fat either.

nikkisa10

MFP's goals are way too low (I created my own macro goals)....you can try this site http://www.freedieting.com/tools/calorie_calculator.htm....also, a good rule of thumb is when you eat lower carbs, it's best to increase your fat to help with satiety....if you eat higher carbs, it's best to lower the fat....protein should remain constant

AislingRA

Thank goodness! It is hard enough trying to keep carbs low, fat low, and calories low without having to worry about the protein too! :grumble:

You don't have to worry about carbs and fat either.

Hmmm, how do you work that out then?

MissBettyBoop2

Agree with every, that MFP's protein guidelines are to low.

I took a 12 week nutrition class and was told 70-80 grams of protein is sufficient when dieting. That of course is not for bodybuilding....

Good luck!

bored4long

A high protein diet is new for me (been doing it for a few weeks now). But one tremendous benefit of a higher protein diet is a more "full" feeling. Protein makes you feel very full and will help you consume less calories.

chattipatty2

MFP's goals are way too low (I created my own macro goals)....you can try this site http://www.freedieting.com/tools/calorie_calculator.htm....also, a good rule of thumb is when you eat lower carbs, it's best to increase your fat to help with satiety....if you eat higher carbs, it's best to lower the fat....protein should remain constant

I checked my BMR against feedietings and they were exactly the same. :happy:

IHeartNewMe

A high protein diet is new for me (been doing it for a few weeks now). But one tremendous benefit of a higher protein diet is a more "full" feeling. Protein makes you feel very full and will help you consume less calories.

Agree! Higher the protein, more condusive to fat burning. I also keep an eye on my fat and carbs, and sodium.

MikeSEA

Thank goodness! It is hard enough trying to keep carbs low, fat low, and calories low without having to worry about the protein too! :grumble:

You don't have to worry about carbs and fat either.

Hmmm, how do you work that out then?

I think he's implying that staying in a caloric deficit is more important than macronutrient composition when it comes to weight loss. Of course, if someone has a medical condition where certain macronutrients affect their overall health, that's another issue.