Fiber and Protein
chrisfuentes2005
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Do you try to get the same about of Fiber and Portein, or more of the other. For sugar do you try to keep it under what it says.
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If I am trying to lose body weight, I have to eat at a deficit. This is very important. Then, I tried to follow my macro goals (protein, healthy fat and the rest complex carbs).
Fiber falls where it may. I usually overshoot the daily goal.
If you use the search option above for "sugar logging", you will find countless threads on this subject. I have changed this Sugar tracking category to Sodium tracking, that I care more to track. I eat a lot of raw fruit, so I will always go over the MFP sugar target.
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Same as in 120 grams protein and 120 grams of fiber? Hell no... You wouldn't leave the bathroom.
25-40 grams fiber on average
0.60 to 0.80 g protein per 1 lb. bodyweight if you lift weights
Sugar from whole foods is a non-issue within reason. Just limit processed sugars, high fructose corn syrup, candies, processed cakes, trans fat laden desserts, etc. ~ less than 50 grams sugar per day for these foods is rational.0 -
I'm always over on sugar and fiber. I'm usually under on protein.
The first two don't bother me much. Protein - I'm aware of getting at least 60g a day, if not more.0 -
Yeah....no. My daily protein goal is ~116 grams. 116 grams of fiber is a recipe for explosive diarrhea. Or crippling constipation.0
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My first priority is staying under my calorie goal.
My second priority on meal planning is getting my fiber in because I've learned through experience that it makes me feel full and keeps my tummy and guts and bowels very happy. I'm usually over my fiber goal by 5 -10%.
My third priority is getting my protein in--particularly on days I work out. Again, experience has taught me that a little lean protein goes a long way to making me feel satisfied with less food.
By the time I do that, I sort of let the carbs, sugar and sodium take care of themselves. And by the time I fill up on veggies and lean protein, I find they usually do just fine!0 -
Thanks, Yes the Sugar I mostly get from the fruits in the morning just want to make sure bc, i keep thinking if i should watch to fruits0
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Alyssa_Is_LosingIt wrote: »Yeah....no. My daily protein goal is ~116 grams. 116 grams of fiber is a recipe for explosive diarrhea. Or crippling constipation.
Snort!
I struggle with fiber, thus quest bars.0 -
rosebarnalice wrote: »My first priority is staying under my calorie goal.
My second priority on meal planning is getting my fiber in because I've learned through experience that it makes me feel full and keeps my tummy and guts and bowels very happy. I'm usually over my fiber goal by 5 -10%.
My third priority is getting my protein in--particularly on days I work out. Again, experience has taught me that a little lean protein goes a long way to making me feel satisfied with less food.
By the time I do that, I sort of let the carbs, sugar and sodium take care of themselves. And by the time I fill up on veggies and lean protein, I find they usually do just fine!
What are your main fiber sources?
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I seem to have a hard time taking in enough fiber.0
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Have you checked out the nutrition page of the mobile app? The "Nutrients" tab gives you protein and fiber goals. Or, if you only use the website, you can go to the food diary and click "View Full Report." My bad. The website doesn't give you fiber goals.0
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I eat loads of fruits and veggies, so fiber is not an issue. I get loads.
Protein is something I go back and forth with because I don't like protein foods very much. Sometimes I work hard to increase it, but after a while, I'm like, "Enough with this eating foods I don't want!" and I give up again. Overall, I've increased my average protein intake, but it's an ongoing battle.
I don't eat a lot of added sugars, but do eat a LOT of fruit, I'm always over the sugar number. I just don't care.0 -
My main fiber sources are vegetables--with hot multigrain cereal or oatmeal a couple of times a week. My go- to veggies are mushrooms, tomatoes, spinach, onions -- each of which I eat either raw or cooked almost every day-- sometimes twice!
I eat a lot of veggie omelets made with breakfree eggs and at least 200 g of the veggies above (little or no cheese), and lunch 3 x a week is lettuce with either spinach/kale blend or broccoli slaw mix, cucumber, carrots, celery, radishes, and more tomato --then a little protein, often beans or chickpeas.0 -
PaulaWallaDingDong wrote: »Have you checked out the nutrition page of the mobile app? The "Nutrients" tab gives you protein and fiber goals. Or, if you only use the website, you can go to the food diary and click "View Full Report." My bad. The website doesn't give you fiber goals.
The nutrition tab in the mobile app is awesome.
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Cut your fiber.0
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Thank you0
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Same as in 120 grams protein and 120 grams of fiber? Hell no... You wouldn't leave the bathroom.
25-40 grams fiber on average
0.60 to 0.80 g protein per 1 lb. bodyweight if you lift weights
Sugar from whole foods is a non-issue within reason. Just limit processed sugars, high fructose corn syrup, candies, processed cakes, trans fat laden desserts, etc. ~ less than 50 grams sugar per day for these foods is rational.
^^This!!
Anyone who can take in more than 35 grams of fiber and not be stuck in the bathroom all day is a beast. If take in more 15 gram in a serving and I will be doubled over in an hour. 10 grams is pushing it (especially with broccoli or cauliflower). Of course, I don't have a gall bladder anymore either.0 -
tryin2die2self wrote: »Same as in 120 grams protein and 120 grams of fiber? Hell no... You wouldn't leave the bathroom.
25-40 grams fiber on average
0.60 to 0.80 g protein per 1 lb. bodyweight if you lift weights
Sugar from whole foods is a non-issue within reason. Just limit processed sugars, high fructose corn syrup, candies, processed cakes, trans fat laden desserts, etc. ~ less than 50 grams sugar per day for these foods is rational.
^^This!!
Anyone who can take in more than 35 grams of fiber and not be stuck in the bathroom all day is a beast. If take in more 15 gram in a serving and I will be doubled over in an hour. 10 grams is pushing it (especially with broccoli or cauliflower). Of course, I don't have a gall bladder anymore either.
If you don't usually eat that much fiber and you eat that much, it will likely cause serious discomfort. But if you do it regularly, your body often gets used to it. I eat 35-50 grams a day usually and I don't notice any negative impact.0 -
janejellyroll wrote: »tryin2die2self wrote: »Same as in 120 grams protein and 120 grams of fiber? Hell no... You wouldn't leave the bathroom.
25-40 grams fiber on average
0.60 to 0.80 g protein per 1 lb. bodyweight if you lift weights
Sugar from whole foods is a non-issue within reason. Just limit processed sugars, high fructose corn syrup, candies, processed cakes, trans fat laden desserts, etc. ~ less than 50 grams sugar per day for these foods is rational.
^^This!!
Anyone who can take in more than 35 grams of fiber and not be stuck in the bathroom all day is a beast. If take in more 15 gram in a serving and I will be doubled over in an hour. 10 grams is pushing it (especially with broccoli or cauliflower). Of course, I don't have a gall bladder anymore either.
If you don't usually eat that much fiber and you eat that much, it will likely cause serious discomfort. But if you do it regularly, your body often gets used to it. I eat 35-50 grams a day usually and I don't notice any negative impact.
^^ Beast!
Seriously, the only people I know that eat that much fiber are weight lifters. They take in some many grams of protein with supplements and real food... they really need the extra fiber. I dare say even the vegans I know don't take in over 40 grams (based on how I have seen them eat anyway).
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tryin2die2self wrote: »janejellyroll wrote: »tryin2die2self wrote: »Same as in 120 grams protein and 120 grams of fiber? Hell no... You wouldn't leave the bathroom.
25-40 grams fiber on average
0.60 to 0.80 g protein per 1 lb. bodyweight if you lift weights
Sugar from whole foods is a non-issue within reason. Just limit processed sugars, high fructose corn syrup, candies, processed cakes, trans fat laden desserts, etc. ~ less than 50 grams sugar per day for these foods is rational.
^^This!!
Anyone who can take in more than 35 grams of fiber and not be stuck in the bathroom all day is a beast. If take in more 15 gram in a serving and I will be doubled over in an hour. 10 grams is pushing it (especially with broccoli or cauliflower). Of course, I don't have a gall bladder anymore either.
If you don't usually eat that much fiber and you eat that much, it will likely cause serious discomfort. But if you do it regularly, your body often gets used to it. I eat 35-50 grams a day usually and I don't notice any negative impact.
^^ Beast!
Seriously, the only people I know that eat that much fiber are weight lifters. They take in some many grams of protein with supplements and real food... they really need the extra fiber. I dare say even the vegans I know don't take in over 40 grams (based on how I have seen them eat anyway).
I don't take any fiber supplements, but I am vegan. You can certainly be vegan without eating high amounts of fiber, but I find that the foods I enjoy (beans, vegetables, fruit) tend to have a lot of fiber. It's not uncommon for me to eat an entire bag of broccoli with my dinner (I really love broccoli!).0 -
janejellyroll wrote: »tryin2die2self wrote: »janejellyroll wrote: »tryin2die2self wrote: »Same as in 120 grams protein and 120 grams of fiber? Hell no... You wouldn't leave the bathroom.
25-40 grams fiber on average
0.60 to 0.80 g protein per 1 lb. bodyweight if you lift weights
Sugar from whole foods is a non-issue within reason. Just limit processed sugars, high fructose corn syrup, candies, processed cakes, trans fat laden desserts, etc. ~ less than 50 grams sugar per day for these foods is rational.
^^This!!
Anyone who can take in more than 35 grams of fiber and not be stuck in the bathroom all day is a beast. If take in more 15 gram in a serving and I will be doubled over in an hour. 10 grams is pushing it (especially with broccoli or cauliflower). Of course, I don't have a gall bladder anymore either.
If you don't usually eat that much fiber and you eat that much, it will likely cause serious discomfort. But if you do it regularly, your body often gets used to it. I eat 35-50 grams a day usually and I don't notice any negative impact.
^^ Beast!
Seriously, the only people I know that eat that much fiber are weight lifters. They take in some many grams of protein with supplements and real food... they really need the extra fiber. I dare say even the vegans I know don't take in over 40 grams (based on how I have seen them eat anyway).
I don't take any fiber supplements, but I am vegan. You can certainly be vegan without eating high amounts of fiber, but I find that the foods I enjoy (beans, vegetables, fruit) tend to have a lot of fiber. It's not uncommon for me to eat an entire bag of broccoli with my dinner (I really love broccoli!).
I love broccoli. It kills me. I try to include more kimchi in my diet to boost the good gut bacteria for plant materials... but it just does not work very well (for me). That, and I don't have a gall bladder anymore. I also make a green smoothie with lots of young veggies, some seeds, some coconut water and a dash of cinnamon. It is not fantastic warm (reminds me of a drinkable avocado) but it is decent REALLY cold. If I drink that and a cup of coffee, I cant leave the house
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Well I askew what's the most protein you need a day to keep muscle mass.0
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chrisfuentes2005 wrote: »Well I askew what's the most protein you need a day to keep muscle mass.
I seen the numbers range between 0.6g per pound of lean body mass to 1.2g per pound, depending on what you are doing and what you are trying to accomplish. Someone who is maintaining mass needs a lot less than someone crashing crossfit or enduro racing. I know a few lifters who take in close to 2g per pound of lean mass (maybe more). I think they are peeing out a lot of protein BUT I am not killing it in the gym either or spending the money. They feel comfortable with what they are consuming and they are seeing results. Who am I to judge.
When I did the Tapout DVD program, I was aiming for 1.2g per pound of lean mass. I was supplementing like mad trying to keep my calories under control but still eat the protein I needed.0
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