Can you have too much fruit or nuts?

388gigi

Hi, I am wondering what your opinion is on eating a lot of nuts and/or fruit.

I figure that if it fits within my macros, then its ok...? (I eat back my exercise calories) (and I don't track sugar)

For example, would eating the below in one day be too much? If yes, why?

8 almonds
10g of pine nuts
10g of slivered almonds
30g of cashew nuts

And would this be too much fruit in a day? If yes, why?

1 medium banana
half a mango
100g pineapple

I am trying to avoid treats, which is resulting in more nuts and fruit - so I want to make sure I'm not doing any harm.

Thanks for your help! :-)

salubriousliving

sugar from fruits is different than sugars in soda, candies, etc.,
same goes with nuts. the fat in nuts is not the same as the fat in fast foods.

as long as you're staying within your calorie goal/macros, i think you should be fine ^^

FitBeto

MM I LOVE ME SOME NUTS SON

daffodilsoup

sugar from fruits is different than sugars in soda, candies, etc.,
same goes with nuts. the fat in nuts is not the same as the fat in fast foods.

as long as you're staying within your calorie goal/macros, i think you should be fine ^^

Actually, your body can't tell the difference between the sugar in fruit and the sugar in soda. That doesn't mean it's any better or worse for you, though.

If they fit in your calorie allotment, go for it.

sijomial

You have answered your own question - if it fits in your macros then enjoy.
Plenty of nutrition in them to go along with the calories.

TavistockToad

You have answered your own question - if it fits in your macros then enjoy.
Plenty of nutrition in them to go along with the calories.

this!

Bentley2718

sugar from fruits is different than sugars in soda, candies, etc.,
same goes with nuts. the fat in nuts is not the same as the fat in fast foods.

as long as you're staying within your calorie goal/macros, i think you should be fine ^^

Actually, your body can't tell the difference between the sugar in fruit and the sugar in soda. That doesn't mean it's any better or worse for you, though.

If they fit in your calorie allotment, go for it.

Except for the little detail that the sugar in fruit comes with fiber and micro-nutrients, neither of which are in soda, candy, etc..

I would concur though, as long as it fits in your macros, you're fine for weight loss.

Articeluvsmemphis

sugar from fruits is different than sugars in soda, candies, etc.,
same goes with nuts. the fat in nuts is not the same as the fat in fast foods.

as long as you're staying within your calorie goal/macros, i think you should be fine ^^

Actually, your body can't tell the difference between the sugar in fruit and the sugar in soda. That doesn't mean it's any better or worse for you, though.

If they fit in your calorie allotment, go for it.

*Pounds Head* Sugar is not just Sugar.

Sugar in Candy = nothing is around that sugar molecule, as soon as it hits your mouth, it starts to breakdown and quickly spikes your insulin

Sugar from fruit = around that sugar molecule are other vitamins, etc which do not start to breakdown until it is in your intestines, then you POOP that out.

BIG DIFFERENCE

IronSmasher

sugar from fruits is different than sugars in soda, candies, etc.,
same goes with nuts. the fat in nuts is not the same as the fat in fast foods.

as long as you're staying within your calorie goal/macros, i think you should be fine ^^

Actually, your body can't tell the difference between the sugar in fruit and the sugar in soda. That doesn't mean it's any better or worse for you, though.

If they fit in your calorie allotment, go for it.

*Pounds Head* Sugar is not just Sugar.

Sugar in Candy = nothing is around that sugar molecule, as soon as it hits your mouth, it starts to breakdown and quickly spikes your insulin

Sugar from fruit = around that sugar molecule are other vitamins, etc which do not start to breakdown until it is in your intestines, then you POOP that out.

BIG DIFFERENCE

*Facepalm*

jimmmer

As long as you're under your calorie goal, eat away. If you eat a mountain of fruit and nuts everyday and routinely go over your TDEE, then you'll put on the pounds.....

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patsnyder89

two servings of fruit is optimal, and with nuts its good to have in ur diet as well for good fats.

cailinlowe

MM I LOVE ME SOME NUTS SON

this ^^

bcattoes

sugar from fruits is different than sugars in soda, candies, etc.,
same goes with nuts. the fat in nuts is not the same as the fat in fast foods.

as long as you're staying within your calorie goal/macros, i think you should be fine ^^

Actually, your body can't tell the difference between the sugar in fruit and the sugar in soda. That doesn't mean it's any better or worse for you, though.

If they fit in your calorie allotment, go for it.

Different types of sugar affect the body differently, so in that manner, your body can tell the difference.

rml_16

If it fits your macros and calories, eat away. Nuts and fruit are both extremely nutritious.

bcattoes

OP, what you have listed does not appear too much to me, though it would also depend on what else you are eating. But assuming your macros are set to a healthy level for you, then I think you correct that if it fits your macros it's likely fine.

RitaSantoss

Even though I count in all the fruit I eat during the day in my Food Diary, I don't get too upset if I go over on calories because of it. Fruit is a natural source of everything good: protein, fiber, sugar, vitamins. It's good for you regardless.

Chief_Rocka

two servings of fruit is optimal,

huh?

Jxnsmma

You should try and stick to lower sugar fruits like apples and all kinds of berries if you are concerned about sugar. Bananas, mangos and pineapples are all high sugar fruits. Nuts are good for you in moderation. Just dont eat the salted or candy coated variety obviously. I usually stick to 12 raw almonds for a portion. You can also eat things like an apple with a tablespoon of natural nut butter for a yummy, low sugar snack with good fats. If you eat carbs with proteins and fats instead of alone, your blood glucose levels dont spike quickly which promotes weight loss better than if you eat carbs, like fruit, alone.

sunsnstatheart

You answered your own question. Yes, you are absolutely fine.

jackpotclown

MM I LOVE ME SOME NUTS SON

this ^^

LOL good for the both of you.....\m/

Brian_VA

The biggest issue with sugar, even in fruit, is that it has a tendency to make you feel as if you are hungry. Especially true for sugary fruits like grapes, pineapple, and bananas. Try to eat them shortly before exercise or earlier in the day when they will get burned up in activity.

Another trick is to not eat sugar on an empty stomach. Getting some protein and fat in your system first will slow down the rapid processing of the sugar, in essence lowering its glycemic index.

EvgeniZyntx

sugar from fruits is different than sugars in soda, candies, etc.,
same goes with nuts. the fat in nuts is not the same as the fat in fast foods.

as long as you're staying within your calorie goal/macros, i think you should be fine ^^

Actually, your body can't tell the difference between the sugar in fruit and the sugar in soda. That doesn't mean it's any better or worse for you, though.

If they fit in your calorie allotment, go for it.

*Pounds Head* Sugar is not just Sugar.

Sugar in Candy = nothing is around that sugar molecule, as soon as it hits your mouth, it starts to breakdown and quickly spikes your insulin

Sugar from fruit = around that sugar molecule are other vitamins, etc which do not start to breakdown until it is in your intestines, then you POOP that out.

BIG DIFFERENCE

Not quite true, while fiber does reduce intestinal efficiency it goes from 95-97% to perhaps 85% on very very high fiber diets and for complex carbs mostly - fructose is actually pretty fully absorbed. Apples, for example, are one of the lowest residue fruits around. Fully taken in, despite any fiber. Btw, vitamins have little to do with blocking sugar transport.

Edit: to the op - no issue, those are very healthy amounts.

bsneed9696

My family is full of fruits and nuts :laugh:

JasonDetwiler

Listen to your poop.

BurtHuttz

MM I LOVE ME SOME NUTS SON

That's step one, now how do you feel about fruit?

WendyTerry420

Hi, I am wondering what your opinion is on eating a lot of nuts and/or fruit.

I figure that if it fits within my macros, then its ok...? (I eat back my exercise calories) (and I don't track sugar)

For example, would eating the below in one day be too much? If yes, why?

8 almonds
10g of pine nuts
10g of slivered almonds
30g of cashew nuts

And would this be too much fruit in a day? If yes, why?

1 medium banana
half a mango
100g pineapple

I am trying to avoid treats, which is resulting in more nuts and fruit - so I want to make sure I'm not doing any harm.

Thanks for your help! :-)

It's less than what I tend to eat.

WendyTerry420

The biggest issue with sugar, even in fruit, is that it has a tendency to make you feel as if you are hungry. Especially true for sugary fruits like grapes, pineapple, and bananas. Try to eat them shortly before exercise or earlier in the day when they will get burned up in activity.

Another trick is to not eat sugar on an empty stomach. Getting some protein and fat in your system first will slow down the rapid processing of the sugar, in essence lowering its glycemic index.

I have never had a time when eating sugar made me feel hungry. Fruit especially, helps take away hunger. It doesn't last as long as fat or protein, but it definitely takes it away, not make me hungrier.

NocturnalGirl

If it fits your calories and macros, it's perfectly fine.

WendyTerry420

You should try and stick to lower sugar fruits like apples and all kinds of berries if you are concerned about sugar. Bananas, mangos and pineapples are all high sugar fruits. Nuts are good for you in moderation. Just dont eat the salted or candy coated variety obviously. I usually stick to 12 raw almonds for a portion. You can also eat things like an apple with a tablespoon of natural nut butter for a yummy, low sugar snack with good fats. If you eat carbs with proteins and fats instead of alone, your blood glucose levels dont spike quickly which promotes weight loss better than if you eat carbs, like fruit, alone.

Hmmmm... I like salty nuts....

bcattoes

The biggest issue with sugar, even in fruit, is that it has a tendency to make you feel as if you are hungry. Especially true for sugary fruits like grapes, pineapple, and bananas. Try to eat them shortly before exercise or earlier in the day when they will get burned up in activity.

Another trick is to not eat sugar on an empty stomach. Getting some protein and fat in your system first will slow down the rapid processing of the sugar, in essence lowering its glycemic index.

I have never had a time when eating sugar made me feel hungry. Fruit especially, helps take away hunger. It doesn't last as long as fat or protein, but it definitely takes it away, not make me hungrier.

Apples make me feel hungry. My tummy will even sometimes growl. And it happens even if I eat them with protein and/or fat. Other fruits don't and cooked apples don't. Just raw apples. It's weird, but I love apples so I've learned to ignore it.