Over on my protein already??

THEErikaR

So... I'm -6 over on my protein already w o even including my dinner today!

Should I worry about that?? Can I consume too much protein?? Is that bad??

sozzell

what have you got your ratios set to? i wish i could get even close to my protein goal - even with a whey shake!!!

ixap

No that's not going to hurt you or make you gain wait. Are you exercising frequently? If so you may need more protein than the standard amount allotted. You can change your ratios manually.

dida0721

I never care about being over in protein or fiber. I worry about calories (of course) and carbs, fat and sodium.

Sassybecky

Bumping for more responses. I am always over my protein too. What are the negative side effects to this?

bcattoes

If you are healthy and disease free then going over on protein is not likely to hurt you. If you have any medical conditions, especially something like diabetes that affects your kidneys, you should not eat too much protein without talking to your doctor first. Eating a lot of protein makes your kidneys work harder, so you need to be sure they are in good working order before eating high protein.

seanorawe

No that's not going to hurt you or make you gain wait. Are you exercising frequently? If so you may need more protein than the standard amount allotted. You can change your ratios manually.

I must do this.

wellbert

Aw crap, now you're going to get huge bulky muscles sorry.

mermx

I shouldn`t worry about it unless you have medical issues.

I go over everyday on protein with healthy fats and have no problem losing weight.

a lot of simple carbs contain sugar and if you don`t burn it then the sugar gets stored as fat.

Protein helps build and repair muscle. Drinking plenty of water is good to.

supplemama

What are you eating, do tell! I would love to get even close to my protein goal, this is something I really struggle with.

itsjustdawn

I consume about 150g protein... protein is good for you.

THEErikaR

Aw crap, now you're going to get huge bulky muscles sorry.

HA! hilarious... lol

caraiselite

protein is good!

Sharyn913

So... I'm -6 over on my protein already w o even including my dinner today!

Should I worry about that?? Can I consume too much protein?? Is that bad??

It would be more helpful when posting a topic like this to have your diary set to public. Viewing your protein level and intake can help guide us into giving you better and more useful responses.

vjrose

My ratios are set to 40C/30F/30protein and it is closer to the workout levels recommended. Has worked very well for me too.

THEErikaR

What are you eating, do tell! I would love to get even close to my protein goal, this is something I really struggle with.

Today is just 2 egg whites, 1 egg, string cheese and yogurt. Oh and also having some turkey on my sandwich for lunch!

bcattoes

Bumping for more responses. I am always over my protein too. What are the negative side effects to this?

This (below) is from the Harvard School of Public Health
http://www.hsph.harvard.edu/nutritionsource/questions/protein-questions/index.html#howmuch

How much protein do I need each day?
There is no one-size-fits-all answer to that question, and research on the topic is still emerging. The Institute of Medicine recommends that adults get a minimum of 0.8 grams of protein for every kilogram of body weight per day—that's about 58 grams for a 160 pound adult. In the U.S., adults get an average of 15 percent of their calories from protein; for a person who requires a 2,000-calorie-per-day-diet, that's about 75 grams of protein. In healthy people, increasing protein intake to 20 to 25 percent of calories can reduce the risk of heart disease, if the extra protein replaces refined carbohydrates, such as white bread, white rice, or sugary drinks. Higher protein diets can also be beneficial for weight loss, in conjunction with a reduced calorie diet, although long-term evidence of their effectiveness is wanting.

For people in good health, consuming 20 to 25 percent of calories from protein won't harm the kidneys. For people with diabetes or early-stage kidney disease, however, the American Diabetes Association recommends limiting protein intake to 0.8 to 1.0 gram of protein per kilogram of body weight (roughly 10 percent of energy intake), since this may help improve kidney function; in later stage kidney disease, sticking to the 0.8 grams per kilogram minimum is advisable. Consult a doctor or a registered dietitian for individualized protein recommendations.

LifeChangingExp

Dont even look at it.. just drink lots of water..

mom2mozart

This is an article from DaveyWaveyFitness.com

Protein helps build muscle - but what happens if you get too much of it?

Not getting enough protein is one of the reasons why a muscle building workout isn’t building muscle. Getting your required protein intake is crucial – but what happens if you take too much?

Protein isn’t particularly dangerous, but an over-consumption of protein may be associated with:

1.Weight gain. Excess calories from excess protein may be stored as body fat.

2.Intestinal irritation. Too much protein has been linked to constipation, diarrhea and/or excessive gas.

3.Dehydration. Experts advise drinking a half gallon of water per 100 grams of protein.

4.Seizures. Seizures have been linked to excess protein intake – but only if insufficient amounts of water are consumed.

5.Increase in liver enzymes.

6.Nutritional deficiencies. Just focusing on protein intake causes some high-protein dieters to overlook other nutrients. Ensure that your diet is balanced and nutritious.

7.Risk of heart disease. This is a bit misleading. A healthy high-protein diet is not associated with heart disease. But if you are getting all of your protein from unhealthy sources that are loaded in unhealthy fats, obviously the risk for heart disease will increase.

8.Kidney problems. Some believe that high protein and low carbohydrate diets – when done long term – can possibly cause kidney issues, but more research needs to be done.

While this list may seem alarming, it’s important to remember that many of these side effects are only associated with highly excessive protein diets coupled with unbalanced nutrition and/or dehydration. And this list pales in comparison to the side effects of protein deficiency, which includes general illness, loss of hair, loss of sleep, poor coordination, vision problems, etc.

The average person needs about .4 grams of protein per pound of body weight. Active individuals may require .6 grams. People that exercise frequently and at a high intensity – like myself – require about a gram per pound of body weight. Bodybuilders and athletes may require even more.

With protein, it’s okay to act a bit like Goldilocks. You don’t want too little or too much – but an amount that’s just right.

Mom_To_5

I never care about being over in protein or fiber. I worry about calories (of course) and carbs, fat and sodium.

Ditto!!

THEErikaR

So... I'm -6 over on my protein already w o even including my dinner today!

Should I worry about that?? Can I consume too much protein?? Is that bad??

It would be more helpful when posting a topic like this to have your diary set to public. Viewing your protein level and intake can help guide us into giving you better and more useful responses.

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Enigmatica

I'm almost always well over on protein but under on carbs using MFPs default settings which are fine for me. My doctor (who uses MFP as well) told me to treat the protein "goal" as a minimum (so it's fine to go over - within reason) and treat the others as maximums (stay under on carbs and fat).

strunkm4

You are absoltuely fine. a 57g protein goal is not that much. I average about 130g/day. If you were up in the mid to high 100's, then maybe I'd say cut it back. But only 57g, you are golden.

nikinyx6

MFP sets protein too low, i usually try to get 150 grams a day...

Going4Lean

57g of protein is not alot.

bigd65

according to your home page you lost 51 pounds which I am sure took some time and by looking at your diary you are over on protein almost everyday. Why are you asking this question now?

marycmeadows

You should strive to go over on protein & fiber.

cyncetastic

I typically consume at least 1g of protein per lb of body weight. So I average about 130-150g per day. The default settings on MFP have protein set way too low and carbs set way too high, IMO.

Michelle81285

I have found that MFP sets the protein way low for people who work out a lot! I don't even bother to watch my protein anymore! I have done research and there really is no down fall of having "too much protein" as long as its lean protein!

asb46

I am diabetic, and have had metabolic consulting with an MD specialist in weight loss for people with metabolic syndrome. I also see a registered nutritionist and am under a doctor's care. Based on this and with the blessings of all three professionals, I adjusted my targets to 35 % carbs and 30 % protein. For diabetics, it's very important to have protein every time we consume food, to slow digestion and improve sugar metabolism.

This is a very personal issue, and the specific target amounts need to be adjusted for each person, but you may find that you need more or less protein or carbohydrate to lose weight and/or support your muscles. Lean protein like some of the enriched eggs (Eggland's Best, for instance), low sodium turkey breast, fish, beans and nuts are REALLY good for you and will not torpedo your weight loss. Just stay within your calorie target.

supplemama

What are you eating, do tell! I would love to get even close to my protein goal, this is something I really struggle with.

Today is just 2 egg whites, 1 egg, string cheese and yogurt. Oh and also having some turkey on my sandwich for lunch!

??? I am so puzzled, how does that make you over your protein for the day? Did you change your protein settings to be at like 10% protein or something? Please understand, I'm not trying to be snarky or rude, it's just that I eat way more protein than that every day (you can check my diary) and I still never hit my protein goal...