Is too much protein bad??

shutterbabe · February 2012

I'm just wondering because I notice I go over my allotted protein amount all the time. And usually by a lot. How bad is it to have "too much" protein? Does having too much in a day make you fat/gain weight? I'm a 5'3, 26 year old woman at about 154 right now, looking to lose about 30 pounds. I know protein is great if your trying to build muscle and I'm not trying to necessarily get a six pack and definitely not trying to be a body builder here. I'm just worried that I might be gaining fat or weight by having "too much" protein. Thank you for any help and advice!

butterfly10398 · February 2012

I've been having the same issue... I would definitely be interest to hear the answer on this.

shutterbabe · February 2012

Anyone? ...Bueller?

meerkat70 · February 2012

No. The mfp default setting are pretty low.

There's no problem with eating a lot of protein. It keeps you fuller longer, and supports muscle retention / development.

almonds1 · February 2012

check this

http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/497772-what-s-the-indication-of-protein-overdose

almonds1 · February 2012

Anyone? ...Bueller?

EPIC....lol

bcc112986 · February 2012

This article on livestrong.com seems like it might be helpful.

http://www.livestrong.com/article/467792-how-much-protein-should-i-be-eating-to-lose-weight/

Personally, I have been taught that we don't need as much protein as we think we do. Maybe you should try to eliminate animal proteins from one or two meals a day. Or only eat very lean proteins like turkey. Black beans are a great source of non-animal protein.

Brittany

rutkowsm · February 2012

Too much protein will not make you gain weight unless you're eating beyond a calorie deficit. MFP's protein settings are pretty low, in my opinion. I've heard 110g a day is safe for most people. I'm not a doctor, and I have no studies to quote, but you probably don't have to worry about protein unless you're chugging protein shakes all day (or you have certain medical conditions [usually related to the kidneys if I'm remembering correctly]).

Hope this helps!

Is too much protein bad??

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