Protien too high help!!!

jennsweet22
jennsweet22 Posts: 2 Member
edited September 2024 in Introduce Yourself
I am having a hard time finding a way to make my calories work with my protien it's almost as though I can't consume enough calories without my protien going through the roof. I'm eating very good choices any suggestions?

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  • elliecolorado
    elliecolorado Posts: 1,040
    Protein is good. I look at the protein as a minimum goal to meet. Protein is great for repairing muscles after a work out as well as weight loss. MFP has it set at 15%, personally I changed mine to 40% and still try to meet or exceed that goal most days.
  • Jenscan
    Jenscan Posts: 694 Member
    Yeah, do not worry about going over on protein.
  • lajuice24
    lajuice24 Posts: 409 Member
    I would not worry about being over on protein. Your body has so many uses for it!
  • christinathompson1
    christinathompson1 Posts: 144 Member
    protein is good! it's like fuel for your body. :)
  • kristiedavis1
    kristiedavis1 Posts: 95
    As long as you don't have other underlying health issues (particularly kidney problems) going over your protein shouldn't be an issue. Proteins are good fuel for the body, help in building lean muscle, and help with those feelings of hunger without adding extra of other things (fat and carbs) that aren't as good for you.
  • RoseCoreling
    RoseCoreling Posts: 55 Member
    Just like anything, if your body doesn't use it, it gets stored as fat. I pay attention to my protein just as much as my sugar intake. If you're going over on your protein, look at your diary and try swapping out items. When I first started I was constantly going over on my protein (and did some research to find out unused protein gets stored as fat), I modified some of my meals and am for the most part under or right there. My swap out was my one egg in the morning I used to have, and now have some toast!
  • stanvoodoo
    stanvoodoo Posts: 1,023 Member
    Can't see diary so not sure what you mean by too high. If just over MFP limits that is not a worry. If different, please post again with more info or open your diary.

    I do 80-100 grams per day as per my doctor just as a reference for you. Men can do a bit more and those lifting do more as well.

    Protein, fiber and water are keys to a healthy lifestyle. They all have to work together to burn fat and build lean muscle. You have to do all 3!
  • jkleman79
    jkleman79 Posts: 706 Member
    Just like anything, if your body doesn't use it, it gets stored as fat. I pay attention to my protein just as much as my sugar intake. If you're going over on your protein, look at your diary and try swapping out items. When I first started I was constantly going over on my protein (and did some research to find out unused protein gets stored as fat), I modified some of my meals and am for the most part under or right there. My swap out was my one egg in the morning I used to have, and now have some toast!

    Where is this info from? I am over everyday on my protein and I am gaining muscle and losing weight. If you take in as suggested to gain lean muscle of one gram of protein per pound of body weight then you will always be over. I would like to read the article you got that information from.
  • RoseCoreling
    RoseCoreling Posts: 55 Member
    Just like anything, if your body doesn't use it, it gets stored as fat. I pay attention to my protein just as much as my sugar intake. If you're going over on your protein, look at your diary and try swapping out items. When I first started I was constantly going over on my protein (and did some research to find out unused protein gets stored as fat), I modified some of my meals and am for the most part under or right there. My swap out was my one egg in the morning I used to have, and now have some toast!

    Where is this info from? I am over everyday on my protein and I am gaining muscle and losing weight. If you take in as suggested to gain lean muscle of one gram of protein per pound of body weight then you will always be over. I would like to read the article you got that information from.
    http://www.1stholistic.com/Nutrition/hol_nutr_does-excess-protein-turn-to-fat.htm

    "Extra protein beyond the daily requirement will not make extra muscle or grow hair faster or protect against diseases. Protein beyond what is needed is either broken down and used for energy, or it is turned into fat and stored in fat cells. Too little protein will result in a gradual breakdown of body protein tissues and loss of muscle tissue."
    --On the second page of the pdf

    http://pods.dasnr.okstate.edu/docushare/dsweb/Get/Document-2473/T-3163web.pdf

    Edit to add- I really like the pdf, it definitely shed new light on the subject for me. I also tend to question EVERY website, I tend to put more trust in .edu (.org, etc.) websites :)
  • donnaeve8
    donnaeve8 Posts: 113 Member
    When a high dietary protein intake is consumed, there is an increase in urea excretion, which suggests that amino acid oxidation is increased.[14] High levels of protein intake increase the activity of branched-chain ketoacid dehydrogenase.[14] As a result, oxidation is facilitated, and the amino group of the amino acid is excreted to the liver.[14] This process suggests that excess protein consumption results in protein oxidation and that the protein is excreted.[14] The body is unable to store excess protein.[14][19]

    ref: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Protein_(nutrient)

    Notice the part where it says it IS NOT STORED!! Sometimes it is best to do your own research than have the possibilty of people telling you the wrong things. The more active you are, the more protein you need!!

    HTH,
    Donna
  • RoseCoreling
    RoseCoreling Posts: 55 Member
    When a high dietary protein intake is consumed, there is an increase in urea excretion, which suggests that amino acid oxidation is increased.[14] High levels of protein intake increase the activity of branched-chain ketoacid dehydrogenase.[14] As a result, oxidation is facilitated, and the amino group of the amino acid is excreted to the liver.[14] This process suggests that excess protein consumption results in protein oxidation and that the protein is excreted.[14] The body is unable to store excess protein.[14][19]

    ref: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Protein_(nutrient)

    Notice the part where it says it IS NOT STORED!! Sometimes it is best to do your own research than have the possibilty of people telling you the wrong things. The more active you are, the more protein you need!!

    HTH,
    Donna

    Correct, PROTEIN itself is not stored because it is broken down (to essentially not be labeled as a protein) and is stored as fat.
  • jennsweet22
    jennsweet22 Posts: 2 Member
    Wow this site is awesome! thanks everyone...I was really thinking back to when I was 23-24 I lost a ton of weight and was eating a lot of protien and cooked veggies I wasnt dieting or counting calories I had some stomach issues and it was all I could consume but then I thought yipes was that healthy lol? So just getting everyones opinion and some facts forwarded to make sure I am doing this the right way. I have no health issues just about 30#s I'd like to loose :) I had the calorie counter on my phone and yesterday is the first time I actually viewed the entire site on my lap top pretty amazing stuff I lost 10#s last time I did this a few months ago so I know it works just have to try to stick with it! Thanks all that posted!!!
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