Protein

Mommyjenlynn
Mommyjenlynn Posts: 42 Member
edited December 2024 in Food and Nutrition
I was wondering if it is a bad thing to be over on my protein. Just about every day I bounce over on my protein but my carbs and fat is always under. Just to see if I need to do a better job of balancing it out.
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  • McLifterPants
    McLifterPants Posts: 457 Member
    Are you using MFP's pre-set macros? If so, they give a VERY low goal for protein, especially if you're exercising. You can adjust what percentage of your calories come from what macro under My Home: Goals: Custom. A lot of people are happy at either 45% carbs, 30% fat, 25% protein, or 40% carbs, 30% fat, 30% protein. I use the latter because I do strength training, and protein is essential for muscle healing. In general, it is very difficult to go over on protein! If you're eating less that one gram per pound that you weigh, it's probably not too much :)
  • fleur_de_lis19
    fleur_de_lis19 Posts: 926 Member
    With me anyways. If i double the protein MFP tells me to eat (or aim to eat over) and keep fat and the rest down, i loss faster.
  • jennifermaffei17
    jennifermaffei17 Posts: 158
    Protein helps with muscle repair and a speedy metabolism. The more protein you take in, the better. Unlike the fat or sodium contents. (FYI, there are also good fats so if you go over...take a look at that number also)
  • Jacwhite22
    Jacwhite22 Posts: 7,010 Member
    mmmmmmm........protein.
  • Ms_Steel
    Ms_Steel Posts: 125
    mmmmmmm........protein.

    protein is yummy.
  • drmerc
    drmerc Posts: 2,603 Member
    its a protein goal not a limit

    Besides the MFP defaults protein too low in my opinion
  • thistimeismytime
    thistimeismytime Posts: 711 Member
    Don't know if you're doing any strength training, but if you are, you need a LOT more protein than MFP defaults allow for. I regularly eat 150+ gms a day, and have loved the results. If you don't lift, you probably don't need that much though. Going over on protein and fiber are generally good things, not negatives. I wouldn't worry about it...AT ALL. :flowerforyou:
  • vienna26
    vienna26 Posts: 115 Member
    Im new to all this protein shake stuff anways i work out 5x a week doing 3 hour runs on the treadmill, 2 fourty minutes kettlebell sessions and one hour boxercise class, ive just bought a Carbohydrate and protein mix drink for after my workouts it contains 13.6 protein and 22.5 carbs and 176 cals , i dont know whether what i am doing is right dont know much about this, all i know is im meant to give my body protein after i workout so i believe.

    Any help will be greatly appreciated thanks :-)
  • bodyzen
    bodyzen Posts: 122 Member
    It's interesting to note that many official groups, including the World Health Organization, the U.S. National Academies’ Institute of Medicine, and the National Research Council suggest that eating 10% of our total calories as protein is sufficient. Check it.
  • thistimeismytime
    thistimeismytime Posts: 711 Member
    It's interesting to note that many official groups, including the World Health Organization, the U.S. National Academies’ Institute of Medicine, and the National Research Council suggest that eating 10% of our total calories as protein is sufficient. Check it.

    Sufficient for SURVIVAL, yes. NOT sufficient for body recomposition. 2 totally different things.
  • bodyzen
    bodyzen Posts: 122 Member
    It's interesting to note that many official groups, including the World Health Organization, the U.S. National Academies’ Institute of Medicine, and the National Research Council suggest that eating 10% of our total calories as protein is sufficient. Check it.

    Sufficient for SURVIVAL, yes. NOT sufficient for body recomposition. 2 totally different things.
    Tell that to the bodybuilders who thrive on 5-8% protein. It's neat how a high carb, low fat diet changes the way your body processes things. :)
  • soniabogonia
    soniabogonia Posts: 778 Member
    Thanks for the protein info.
  • Mommyjenlynn
    Mommyjenlynn Posts: 42 Member
    Thank you! I Just want to make sure I am losing weight healthy.
  • amanda6393
    amanda6393 Posts: 176 Member
    This is too much:

    http://au.news.yahoo.com/world/a/-/world/14841383/big-mo-largest-arms-world/
  • thistimeismytime
    thistimeismytime Posts: 711 Member
    It's interesting to note that many official groups, including the World Health Organization, the U.S. National Academies’ Institute of Medicine, and the National Research Council suggest that eating 10% of our total calories as protein is sufficient. Check it.

    Sufficient for SURVIVAL, yes. NOT sufficient for body recomposition. 2 totally different things.
    Tell that to the bodybuilders who thrive on 5-8% protein. It's neat how a high carb, low fat diet changes the way your body processes things. :)

    :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: If I ever meet one I'll be sure to tell them. :laugh: :laugh: :laugh:
  • RainHoward
    RainHoward Posts: 1,599 Member
    You can eat too much protein, but it takes a LOT. And even then it depends largely on the source.
    http://rainhoward.blogspot.com/2012/09/protein.html
    If you look at the bottom I listed several sources for further reading more info on protein consumption
  • RainHoward
    RainHoward Posts: 1,599 Member
    It's interesting to note that many official groups, including the World Health Organization, the U.S. National Academies’ Institute of Medicine, and the National Research Council suggest that eating 10% of our total calories as protein is sufficient. Check it.

    Sufficient for SURVIVAL, yes. NOT sufficient for body recomposition. 2 totally different things.

    Actually if you read the studies you will find that it does not require nearly as much protein as some people think to build muscle. Not saying it's a bad thing, just not absolutely necessary.
  • thistimeismytime
    thistimeismytime Posts: 711 Member
    Seriously, I'd LOOOOVE some examples of bodybuilders who eat 5-8% of their calories from protein. There are many successful vegetarian bodybuilders...not the same thing. If YOU want to try to build muscle without protein, be my guest! lol





    Good luck with that.
  • jamielovesjbs
    jamielovesjbs Posts: 154 Member
    glad you asked, i was wondering the same thing.
  • WendyTerry420
    WendyTerry420 Posts: 13,274 Member
    It's interesting to note that many official groups, including the World Health Organization, the U.S. National Academies’ Institute of Medicine, and the National Research Council suggest that eating 10% of our total calories as protein is sufficient. Check it.

    Sufficient for SURVIVAL, yes. NOT sufficient for body recomposition. 2 totally different things.

    It's also interesting to note that those organizations are not reliable sources of health information. :wink:
  • cbrrabbit25
    cbrrabbit25 Posts: 384 Member
    I always at least double my protein recommendation and i am LOSING weight. If you are at least partly active, you can pretty much ignore the protein recommendation. Just watch out for the salt that is associated with some meats.
  • cbrrabbit25
    cbrrabbit25 Posts: 384 Member
    It's interesting to note that many official groups, including the World Health Organization, the U.S. National Academies’ Institute of Medicine, and the National Research Council suggest that eating 10% of our total calories as protein is sufficient. Check it.

    Sufficient for SURVIVAL, yes. NOT sufficient for body recomposition. 2 totally different things.
    Tell that to the bodybuilders who thrive on 5-8% protein. It's neat how a high carb, low fat diet changes the way your body processes things. :)

    Yes, if you are trying to build muscle, you should intake a gram of protein per pound or more.
  • ggcat
    ggcat Posts: 313 Member
    I set my goal to 40% protein, 30% fat, and 30% carbs...
  • RainHoward
    RainHoward Posts: 1,599 Member
    It's interesting to note that many official groups, including the World Health Organization, the U.S. National Academies’ Institute of Medicine, and the National Research Council suggest that eating 10% of our total calories as protein is sufficient. Check it.

    Sufficient for SURVIVAL, yes. NOT sufficient for body recomposition. 2 totally different things.

    It's also interesting to note that those organizations are not reliable sources of health information. :wink:
    The WORLD health organization isn't a reliable source? According to who exactly?
  • coopersmom2006
    coopersmom2006 Posts: 839
    Nope. I try to hit at least 1 gram of protein per pound of body weight. I usually go over. It's essential for building muscles.
  • Leeanne1974
    Leeanne1974 Posts: 207 Member
    I am over my protein toady by loads.
    I had diced turkey breast (one of the lowest in fats meat), 175g of it. It isn't a great deal of food. In fact it was half of a smallish packet.
    Yet I was over....
    Seems MFP sets your goals at the idea that we should eat 5oz or something of meat with a meal.
    I don't worry when I go over on protein as long as it is lean, good protein.
  • semperfit1823
    semperfit1823 Posts: 153
    Seriously, I'd LOOOOVE some examples of bodybuilders who eat 5-8% of their calories from protein. There are many successful vegetarian bodybuilders...not the same thing. If YOU want to try to build muscle without protein, be my guest! lol





    Good luck with that.

    All those people saying 5-8% is enough are "THEY SAID" morons as far as protein goes there is NO PROVEN STUDY that says you can consume too much its all "THEY SAID" BROSCIENCE

    However depending on your goals of maintaining or mass gaining the general formula daily is:

    Lean Mass x 1.0 to 2.0g of protein= Total Protein Consumption you have to tweak this on what works for you EVERYONE is different generally women are a little lower because your metabolic rate is slower however that is also BROSCIENCE :)

    I personally do Lean Mass x 1.5g= Total Protein Consumption but I also change my Macro ratio depending on what I see from 30% all the way up to 50% if you say I'm doing it wrong then your telling me Arnold, Phil Heath, Jay Cutler, Kris Gethin are not the most bad *kitten* body builders on this planet.

    oh yeah OBVIOUSLY OVER CONSUMPTION OF ANYTHING IS BAD
  • DesireeLovesOrganic
    DesireeLovesOrganic Posts: 456 Member
    Too much protein isn't great either. Build up of ketones can put your kidneys in overdrive in order to flush them from your body which puts you at risk for dehydration, especially if you exercise a lot. That can also make you feel weak, dizzy, or have bad breath. I don't know how much is "too much" though.

    I read somewhere to x your weight by .36 (unless you are a body builder or something. I'm not.) For me that works out to only about 46 grams though. I'm vegan but I tend to get around 60-65 everyday but I feel good so who knows. Haha
  • thistimeismytime
    thistimeismytime Posts: 711 Member
    Seriously, I'd LOOOOVE some examples of bodybuilders who eat 5-8% of their calories from protein. There are many successful vegetarian bodybuilders...not the same thing. If YOU want to try to build muscle without protein, be my guest! lol





    Good luck with that.

    All those people saying 5-8% is enough are "THEY SAID" morons as far as protein goes there is NO PROVEN STUDY that says you can consume too much its all "THEY SAID" BROSCIENCE

    However depending on your goals of maintaining or mass gaining the general formula daily is:

    Lean Mass x 1.0 to 2.0g of protein= Total Protein Consumption you have to tweak this on what works for you EVERYONE is different generally women are a little lower because your metabolic rate is slower however that is also BROSCIENCE :)

    I personally do Lean Mass x 1.5g= Total Protein Consumption but I also change my Macro ratio depending on what I see from 30% all the way up to 50% if you say I'm doing it wrong then your telling me Arnold, Phil Heath, Jay Cutler, Kris Gethin are not the most bad *kitten* body builders on this planet.

    oh yeah OBVIOUSLY OVER CONSUMPTION OF ANYTHING IS BAD

    I also do 1.5g x LBM, but....Clearly, we're doing it wrong. :laugh: If I were you, I'd listen to the World Health Organization (the premier source of bodybuilding and fitness-related info) and stock up on Snackwell's crackers instead of all that icky and useless lean protein. Change your goal to 5% protein, come back in 1 year and we'll see if you've still got those washboard abs. :bigsmile:


    Ok folks, this has been fun--as always, but I've gotta go to work. Have a great carbalicious day!!
  • RainHoward
    RainHoward Posts: 1,599 Member
    Yep, "bro-science"

    People do have different protein requirements depending on their age, their size, their levels of activity and health. However, those requirements are not as high, and don't vary as much, as some of the popular hype around protein might lead one to believe. The U.S.D.A recommends 5.5 ounces of protein for women 19-30 years old. For all other women's age groups they recommend 5 ounces. For men, 6.5 ounces for 19-30 years old, 6 ounces for 31-50 years old, and 5.5 ounces for over 51. 5 ounces is about 142 grams. 6 ounces equals about 170 grams.

    Some nutritionists, and the World Health Organization (W.H.O), believe the U.S.D.A standards are too high. The W.H.O recommends 8 grams of protein for every 20 lbs. for adults. By those standards, an adult woman weighing 130 lbs. would only need 52 grams of protein - less than half of what the U.S.D.A. suggests. An adult male of 180 lbs. would need 72 grams. Again, less than half. The discrepancies between the U.S.D.A and the W.H.O may reflect special interest pressures on those groups. At any rate, one might surmise that the U.S.D.A numbers are at the top end of any reasonable scale.

    Here's some of the "THEY SAID" science:
    Studies (Tipton KD, Wolfe RR. (2004). Protein and amino acids for athletes. J Sports Sci. 22:65-79; Rasmussen RB, Phillips SM. (2003). Contractile and nutritional regulation of human muscle growth. Exerc. Sport Sci. Rev. 31:127-131.) have shown:

    The amount of dietary protein needed to stimulate muscle recovery is surprisingly small, only 5 to 10 grams of amino acids (that's only 20 to 40 kcal of protein).

    But you know, who believes these people, they don't have a clue.
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