Suggestions Please!

brittney1211
brittney1211 Posts: 20 Member
edited January 12 in Food and Nutrition
I am trying to pay attention to my macros as much as I pay attention to my calorie intake. I have been hitting my caloric intake (mostly under by 100 cals on average per day) to lose 1 lb per week. I'm still playing with numbers, but right now I'm eating about 1800 calories per day with about a 2300-2400 calorie burn per day on average (Per Bodymedia Fit Link armband) However, I am not hitting that weight loss of 1 lb per week. So, I figure it has to do with my macros. I have been eating, on average, 50% carbs, 17% protein, and 33% fat! This is probably my issue. :blushing: BUT I have a hard time hitting my protein without going over my sodium intake.

So- I need help. I am looking for suggestions or what you do for meals to ensure you get the recommended protein without all the sodium and cholesterol.

Thank you!

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  • melsinct
    melsinct Posts: 3,512 Member
    Protein and sodium are only linked if you are eating deli meats and other processed foods. Eat real food (not from a box or package) for the bulk of your meals and snacks and sodium isn't even an issue. To up your protein you can eat:

    Greek yogurt (Fage plain is 18 grams per individual serving!)
    Eggs (links to higher cholesterol are dubious at best)
    Chicken or turkey, no skin
    Quinoa
    Nuts
    Legumes
    Chia seeds
  • brittney1211
    brittney1211 Posts: 20 Member
    Thank you. I appreciate it
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