Too much protein?

DJ2120
DJ2120 Posts: 407 Member
in Food and Nutrition
I have my goals set at 30% protein 30% fat & 40% carbs. If I go over my protein every day by like 30 grams am I over doing it? I know we need a lot of protein, but also that too much of anything isn't good. But, I'm not sure how that applies here. Any advice would be greatly appreciated :smile:

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  • boilerbabe69
    boilerbabe69 Posts: 27
    I was just getting ready to post on the same topic. I have noticed that everyday, almost, I may not go over my caloric intake but I exceed my protein. I'm curious to see some answers to this question.
  • DJ2120
    DJ2120 Posts: 407 Member
    I was just getting ready to post on the same topic. I have noticed that everyday, almost, I may not go over my caloric intake but I exceed my protein. I'm curious to see some answers to this question.

    Lets bump it to see if we get any responses.
  • BattlingMaxo
    BattlingMaxo Posts: 21 Member
    the general rule is you need 1 gram of protein for every lb, so if someone is 150lbs you need at least 150 grams of protein. If you are on a cut your macros (macronutrients) should be set to 50-40-10 meaning 50% of your cal should be protein, 40 % cal should be complex carbs, and 10% should be fats. if you go at least minus 10% cals a day of your maintenance you will lose body fat.
    Hope that helps.

    BM
  • Natihilator
    Natihilator Posts: 1,778 Member
    the general rule is you need 1 gram of protein for every lb.

    BM

    I thought it was 1g of protein for every 1lb. of lean body mass?
  • BattlingMaxo
    BattlingMaxo Posts: 21 Member
    No, it's lb of body weight, not body mass and you can go as high a s 1.5 grams per body weight, any more than that is a waste

    BM
  • FitGoal165
    FitGoal165 Posts: 82
    My understanding is that the 1g per pound applies as well if you are working out. My understanding is also that the body can only absorb 30g of protein in a two hour period. So, eating too much protein in one sitting could lead to much of it not being absorbed. I used to eat 30g of protein 5 times a day when I was lifting in my youth.
  • mmapags
    mmapags Posts: 8,934 Member
    The general rule of thumb for those doing strength training is 1 gram per lb of lean body mass. Eg. Your totalweight minus your body fat. But to answer your question, there is no harm going a little over assuming no existing kidney issues.
  • dave4d
    dave4d Posts: 1,155 Member
    No, it's lb of body weight, not body mass and you can go as high a s 1.5 grams per body weight, any more than that is a waste

    BM

    You'll get conflicting arguments from nutritionists, and bodybuilders.

    Most nutritionists say .8 grams to 1.8 grams of protein per kilogram of lean body mass, (I think). Most body builders recommend around 1 gram of protein per lb of lean body mass.

    To answer the OP's question. It is just fine to go over on your protein, most people would recommend it, unless you have a problem with your kidneys, then you may have to reduce your proteins. If you lift weights, a lot, you may want to set your macros for your protein higher, if you do a lot of cardio, or are sedentary, the MFP settings are probably okay.
  • Sarauk2sf
    Sarauk2sf Posts: 28,072 Member
    the general rule is you need 1 gram of protein for every lb.

    BM

    I thought it was 1g of protein for every 1lb. of lean body mass?

    1g per lb of LBM is fine if you strength train.

    OP: But it is a minimum and unless you have a pre-existing medical condition its fine to go over.
  • shanae727
    shanae727 Posts: 546 Member
    No, it's lb of body weight, not body mass and you can go as high a s 1.5 grams per body weight, any more than that is a waste

    BM

    You'll get conflicting arguments from nutritionists, and bodybuilders.

    Most nutritionists say .8 grams to 1.8 grams of protein per kilogram of lean body mass, (I think). Most body builders recommend around 1 gram of protein per lb of lean body mass.

    To answer the OP's question. It is just fine to go over on your protein, most people would recommend it, unless you have a problem with your kidneys, then you may have to reduce your proteins. If you lift weights, a lot, you may want to set your macros for your protein higher, if you do a lot of cardio, or are sedentary, the MFP settings are probably okay.


    ^^^this!!!!! yes
  • dave4d
    dave4d Posts: 1,155 Member
    My understanding is that the 1g per pound applies as well if you are working out. My understanding is also that the body can only absorb 30g of protein in a two hour period. So, eating too much protein in one sitting could lead to much of it not being absorbed. I used to eat 30g of protein 5 times a day when I was lifting in my youth.

    I understand from a lot of people who do intermittent fasting, that the 30 grams per meal is a myth. Many of them are consuming 70 or more grams per meal, and are seeing the same results as those consuming 6 small meals per day.
  • Sarauk2sf
    Sarauk2sf Posts: 28,072 Member
    My understanding is that the 1g per pound applies as well if you are working out. My understanding is also that the body can only absorb 30g of protein in a two hour period. So, eating too much protein in one sitting could lead to much of it not being absorbed. I used to eat 30g of protein 5 times a day when I was lifting in my youth.

    This is a myth.
  • DJ2120
    DJ2120 Posts: 407 Member
    Okay, so it seems ok for me to just have some extra protein each day. I'll keep doing what I'm doing
  • DJ2120
    DJ2120 Posts: 407 Member
    Thanks everyone :smile:
  • ladyark
    ladyark Posts: 1,101 Member
    the general rule is you need 1 gram of protein for every lb.


    This is exactly what my personal trainer told me and wants me to do. Esp every 3 hours
  • Dave198lbs
    Dave198lbs Posts: 8,810 Member
    I have my goals set at 30% protein 30% fat & 40% carbs.

    switch to 40% protein and 30% carbs
  • boilerbabe69
    boilerbabe69 Posts: 27
    Awesome information! Thank you for clarifying.:happy:
  • LPCoder
    LPCoder Posts: 404 Member
    The rule is .7 to 1g of protein per pound of lean body mass. To determine your lean body mass, multiply your total weight by your body fat %, then subtract that number from your total weight.

    If you are a competing athlete, you will want to go slightly above this range, if you have low-activity, then stick close to the .7.
  • schondell
    schondell Posts: 556 Member
    Pretty much if you go over protein everyday, your body stores is. The body stores carbs, converts to sugar, stores fat and stores protein. Protein is the last thing that will be used as fuel for your body so stay within a reasonable amount of protein as to not force your body to store it unnecessarily
  • Dave198lbs
    Dave198lbs Posts: 8,810 Member
    Pretty much if you go over protein everyday, your body stores is. The body stores carbs, converts to sugar, stores fat and stores protein. Protein is the last thing that will be used as fuel for your body so stay within a reasonable amount of protein as to not force your body to store it unnecessarily

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  • Sarauk2sf
    Sarauk2sf Posts: 28,072 Member
    Pretty much if you go over protein everyday, your body stores is. The body stores carbs, converts to sugar, stores fat and stores protein. Protein is the last thing that will be used as fuel for your body so stay within a reasonable amount of protein as to not force your body to store it unnecessarily

    How exactly does it store it?
  • algebravoodoo
    algebravoodoo Posts: 776 Member
    My understanding is that the 1g per pound applies as well if you are working out. My understanding is also that the body can only absorb 30g of protein in a two hour period. So, eating too much protein in one sitting could lead to much of it not being absorbed. I used to eat 30g of protein 5 times a day when I was lifting in my youth.

    That agrees with everything I've read in my research.
  • Sarauk2sf
    Sarauk2sf Posts: 28,072 Member
    the general rule is you need 1 gram of protein for every lb.

    This is exactly what my personal trainer told me and wants me to do. Esp every 3 hours

    No need to get your protein every 3 hours
  • Dave198lbs
    Dave198lbs Posts: 8,810 Member
    My understanding is that the 1g per pound applies as well if you are working out. My understanding is also that the body can only absorb 30g of protein in a two hour period. So, eating too much protein in one sitting could lead to much of it not being absorbed. I used to eat 30g of protein 5 times a day when I was lifting in my youth.

    That agrees with everything I've read in my research.

    do more research
  • Sarauk2sf
    Sarauk2sf Posts: 28,072 Member
    My understanding is that the 1g per pound applies as well if you are working out. My understanding is also that the body can only absorb 30g of protein in a two hour period. So, eating too much protein in one sitting could lead to much of it not being absorbed. I used to eat 30g of protein 5 times a day when I was lifting in my youth.

    That agrees with everything I've read in my research.

    Its a myth

    http://www.wannabebig.com/diet-and-nutrition/is-there-a-limit-to-how-much-protein-the-body-can-use-in-a-single-meal/

    http://www.tomvenuto.com/asktom/protein_grams_per_meal.shtml
  • SideSteel
    SideSteel Posts: 11,068 Member
    Pretty much if you go over protein everyday, your body stores is.

    No it doesn't, at least not directly. Excess protein causes protein oxidation to increase which decreases fat oxidation.
  • Makers72
    Makers72 Posts: 65
    keep in mind, you can overdose on protein. Too much protein can also damage your liver.

    Most professional weightlifters will go as high as 2 to 2.5 grams per body weight, per day. For workouts that are mostly cardio i would go with 1gram to .75 grams per pound of body weight.

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