Carbs at Night?

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  • ItsLessOfMe
    ItsLessOfMe Posts: 374 Member
    So they do recommend granola and fruit as well.
    The Mayo Clinic recommends cereal with low-fat milk or yogurt topped with granola, which often contains oats, as valuable bedtime snack options

    Read more: http://www.livestrong.com/article/282294-healthy-foods-to-eat-before-bed/#ixzz1dubPd5vP
    That article is about tips for foods to eat before bed that can help you sleep better, not avoid weight gain.

    "What you eat before bed can influence your ability to sleep and your wellness in positive and negative ways. According to the Mayo Clinic, eating large, high-fat meals, caffeinated beverages or spicy foods before bed can cause discomfort, alertness and heartburn. Modest-sized healthy snacks, on the other hand, can heighten relaxation and prevent hunger pangs during the night. If you have difficulty improving your bedtime sleep habits, seek guidance from your doctor or nutritionist."

    Thats what I'm saying. Maybe my meals were too large. Forget the carb stuff
  • ItsLessOfMe
    ItsLessOfMe Posts: 374 Member
    Congrats for trying this out! Reducing carbs is very challenging. I actually tried a "no-carb" diet to help me break a plateu last month. I ate lean meats, fish, apples and veggies. I dropped a lot of weight doing that. But I knew I couldn't make a lifestyle out of it, so I introduced carbs back. Like you, I try not to have any after lunch. It takes time to get used to it, but it will get more easier. And you will drop weight because it's a shock to your body. Protein is the best thing for your body. Some days I just eat chicken breast all day. Best of luck! :)

    Thank you SO much sonny and epona_mus. Thats what I wanted to her just someome who has done it.
    People do it...but there is honestly NO REASON. I guess all you wanted here was someone to tell you that you should? Clearly that's the only information you find useful, rather than the FACTS. Good luck anyhow.

    I think I just want to see consistant losses. Not up one week. Then loose then maintain. I just want to know I'm going in the right direction each week. But its all part of the journey. Learning and such
  • killagb
    killagb Posts: 3,280 Member
    Congrats for trying this out! Reducing carbs is very challenging. I actually tried a "no-carb" diet to help me break a plateu last month. I ate lean meats, fish, apples and veggies. I dropped a lot of weight doing that. But I knew I couldn't make a lifestyle out of it, so I introduced carbs back. Like you, I try not to have any after lunch. It takes time to get used to it, but it will get more easier. And you will drop weight because it's a shock to your body. Protein is the best thing for your body. Some days I just eat chicken breast all day. Best of luck! :)

    Thank you SO much sonny and epona_mus. Thats what I wanted to her just someome who has done it.
    People do it...but there is honestly NO REASON. I guess all you wanted here was someone to tell you that you should? Clearly that's the only information you find useful, rather than the FACTS. Good luck anyhow.

    I think I just want to see consistant losses. Not up one week. Then loose then maintain. I just want to know I'm going in the right direction each week. But its all part of the journey. Learning and such
    Understood, what matters most is sticking to your calorie goals. Fluctutations in weight will happen, but if you're maintaining that deficit it's likely nothing more than poop and water, to be fully graphic :laugh:
  • fatty2fit88
    fatty2fit88 Posts: 116 Member
    I eat carbs at AM and PM :D I just don't eat after 6pm (dinner time).... only thing I'm allowed to drink past that is tea (without milk and sugar!) and looooads of water....:D
  • taso42
    taso42 Posts: 8,980 Member
    What do you eat before bed?

    Anything that fits my macros. Last night it was a banana w/ peanut butter.
    Do you see any difference in weight loss when you stick to protien late in the day.

    No.
  • CaptainGordo
    CaptainGordo Posts: 4,437 Member
    I think I just want to see consistant losses. Not up one week. Then loose then maintain. I just want to know I'm going in the right direction each week. But its all part of the journey. Learning and such
    Keep your chin up -- the ups and downs are typical.

    Here's a link to a group here that provides some fantastic info, and clears up a lot of the confusion that's out there: http://www.myfitnesspal.com/groups/home/457-unofficial-mfp-faq
  • bbabs99
    bbabs99 Posts: 51
    I had great success several years ago not eating carbs after noon. I found I was less hungry and I could still have my carbs in the AM. I still try to "frontload" my day with carbs and not eat bread, potatoes, rice etc. after mid day. I also have a protein snack (1T of peanut butter, a dozen almonds, etc.) right before I go to bed because it helps keep me satiated so I'm not starving first thing in the morning (my weakest moments are before coffee...)

    Just because there shouldn't be any confusion, neither of these snacks are particularly high in protein, but high fat.
  • ItsLessOfMe
    ItsLessOfMe Posts: 374 Member
    OP, it sounds like you're overcomplicating it.

    Simply eat what you want, when you want, but make sure you keep that calorie deficit.

    It really is as simply as that. I eat my main meals of protein/carbs right before bed, normally around 900/1k cals. Just focus on the things that really matter! :)

    Okay I know this isnt true because there are SO many limits on mfp. Sugar, carbs, etc. I dont think I could just eat all the sugar and fat I want within the calorie limit and loose
  • Sidesteal
    Sidesteal Posts: 5,510 Member
    Okay I know this isnt true because there are SO many limits on mfp. Sugar, carbs, etc. I dont think I could just eat all the sugar and fat I want within the calorie limit and loose

    If you're not insulin resistant or diabetic you actually could lose weight eating a bunch of junk food (at a calorie deficit). It wouldn't be in your best interest for health reasons of course, but your scale weight would decrease. Google the twinkie diet as an example of this phenomena.
  • epona_mus
    epona_mus Posts: 207 Member
    I had great success several years ago not eating carbs after noon. I found I was less hungry and I could still have my carbs in the AM. I still try to "frontload" my day with carbs and not eat bread, potatoes, rice etc. after mid day. I also have a protein snack (1T of peanut butter, a dozen almonds, etc.) right before I go to bed because it helps keep me satiated so I'm not starving first thing in the morning (my weakest moments are before coffee...)

    Just because there shouldn't be any confusion, neither of these snacks are particularly high in protein, but high fat.

    Understood. Is there something else you would suggest? (I don't eat meat or soy products and eat only very limited forms of dairy). Always happy to expand my horizons (although I'm a pretty picky eater). At 9 pm for 90-100 cals, my choices would typically be a piece of fruit, raw vegetables, nuts or nut butters, whole wheat toast, etc. What else should I consider?
  • HMonsterX
    HMonsterX Posts: 3,000 Member
    OP, it sounds like you're overcomplicating it.

    Simply eat what you want, when you want, but make sure you keep that calorie deficit.

    It really is as simply as that. I eat my main meals of protein/carbs right before bed, normally around 900/1k cals. Just focus on the things that really matter! :)

    Okay I know this isnt true because there are SO many limits on mfp. Sugar, carbs, etc. I dont think I could just eat all the sugar and fat I want within the calorie limit and loose

    Well, sorry to say, but it IS true. As stated later, it may not be the healthiest way, but it is the base of any weight loss. Create a calorie deficit. How you end up getting to that goal is where people differ.
  • sunnyzephyr
    sunnyzephyr Posts: 114
    I personally do tend to gain weight if I eat carbs too late. You may be similar to me. Most people say it doesn't matter, but if your body is anything like mine than it does make a difference.
  • Cait_Sidhe
    Cait_Sidhe Posts: 3,150 Member
    Better not eat any carbs after midnight. You don't want to turn into a gremlin.
  • ignatiusreilly
    ignatiusreilly Posts: 411 Member
    I started MFP in June and never made any effort to eat certain types of calories at certain times of day, and my weight loss has been consistently good.
  • epona_mus
    epona_mus Posts: 207 Member
    Better not eat any carbs after midnight. You don't want to turn into a gremlin.

    How are comments like this even remotely helpful?? People come to this board for support, not snarky comments.
  • Sidesteal
    Sidesteal Posts: 5,510 Member
    Better not eat any carbs after midnight. You don't want to turn into a gremlin.

    How are comments like this even remotely helpful?? People come to this board for support, not snarky comments.

    It helped me LOL.
  • ciedelle26
    ciedelle26 Posts: 7
    hey how long it takes to lose 22lbs.?

    I've been dieting for 9 days only and i lose 3lbs., slowly I avoid eating rice and meat, most of the time i eat banana and other fruits high in fiber, lots of water and 1hr.exercise everyday. But I noticed last night i have difficulty in sleeping, I was thinking if my diet has something to do with it because I totally avoid eating rice and meat for 4days straight already so today decided to have 3/4 cup of rice, 1 fried egg (white portion only), 4pcs.cocktail hotdog and a cup of 3 in 1 coffee.

    Now i weigh 120lbs., based on my calorie counter i'm allowed to eat 1200 calories per day but i only consume 850 calories per day then i usually burn 700 calories a day.. What do you think about my daily diet routine? Is it possible for me to lose 5kg in 5weeks?
  • CaptainGordo
    CaptainGordo Posts: 4,437 Member
    Better not eat any carbs after midnight. You don't want to turn into a gremlin.
    How are comments like this even remotely helpful?? People come to this board for support, not snarky comments.
    I would wager that most folks reading that would realize that it was a joke, as gremlins don't even exist.... or do they?!
  • Sidesteal
    Sidesteal Posts: 5,510 Member

    I would wager that most folks reading that would realize that it was a joke, as gremlins don't even exist.... or do they?!

    Pretty sure they are the evil counterpart to insulin fairies.
  • bbabs99
    bbabs99 Posts: 51
    I had great success several years ago not eating carbs after noon. I found I was less hungry and I could still have my carbs in the AM. I still try to "frontload" my day with carbs and not eat bread, potatoes, rice etc. after mid day. I also have a protein snack (1T of peanut butter, a dozen almonds, etc.) right before I go to bed because it helps keep me satiated so I'm not starving first thing in the morning (my weakest moments are before coffee...)

    Just because there shouldn't be any confusion, neither of these snacks are particularly high in protein, but high fat.

    Understood. Is there something else you would suggest? (I don't eat meat or soy products and eat only very limited forms of dairy). Always happy to expand my horizons (although I'm a pretty picky eater). At 9 pm for 90-100 cals, my choices would typically be a piece of fruit, raw vegetables, nuts or nut butters, whole wheat toast, etc. What else should I consider?

    If you're looking for straight protein, protein shakes can get about 20-25 grams for 100-120 calories
    If you eat eggs, egg whites can get you around 20 or so for 100 calories and can be eaten with veggies (omelete) or otherwise (hard boiled, scrambled, etc)

    For the record, I'm not saying nuts/nut butters aren't good for you. I love them, just they're not very sturdy protein sources.
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