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Redkoala
Redkoala Posts: 146
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What would be a good intake in grams of carbohydrates? I think i maybe eating too many. Per day.

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  • 1113cw
    1113cw Posts: 830 Member
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    I limit myself to no more than 170 but I know that's on the way low side. I think 250 is more an average. I know personally, from past experience, I have more success in losing with mainly lean protein, veggies and complex healthy carb mix (in that order).
  • Redkoala
    Redkoala Posts: 146
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    Are processed meals like the weightwatcher one bad for carbs? In one meal they have about 70g
  • Redkoala
    Redkoala Posts: 146
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    Also why does the food tracker not show any carbs for a slice of bread?
  • bizco
    bizco Posts: 1,949 Member
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    Between 50-55% of your total calories should come from GOOD carbs. Each gram of carbs contains 4 calories.

    For me, I'm on a 1,200 net calorie plan and I have my carbs set to 50% of total calories so I'm allowed 150 grams of carbs per day. (150 grams x 4 calories each = 600 calories).

    Good sources of carbs include:

    Vegetables
    Fruits
    Oatmeal
    Brown Rice
    Sweet Potatoes
    Beans
    Other Whole Wheat/Whole Grain Products
  • 1113cw
    1113cw Posts: 830 Member
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    I limit myself to no more than 170 but I know that's on the way low side. I think 250 is more an average. I know personally, from past experience, I have more success in losing with mainly lean protein, veggies and complex healthy carb mix (in that order).

    Just realized.. big typo.. 120, not 170 for me :)
    Sorry for the confusion!
  • bizco
    bizco Posts: 1,949 Member
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    Are processed meals like the weightwatcher one bad for carbs? In one meal they have about 70g
    All processed meals are terrible. Way too much sodium and chemicals.

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