Question about protein

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Aeriesified
Aeriesified Posts: 206 Member
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I noticed a pattern the other night when I was going through my diary. I go over in my protein very often. Is this a bad thing? My mom keeps telling me it's not a big deal, but I keep thinking the limit is there for a reason. Is this a habit I should make an effort to avoid?

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  • dusty8907
    dusty8907 Posts: 350 Member
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    Protein intake isn't really high unless u take in 3x weight in grams pretty much. Look at my diary, i take in 300ish grams a day.
  • jcan1588
    jcan1588 Posts: 26 Member
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    i go over my protein daily, its not a big deal unless like stated before ur taking in excessive amounts.
  • Wulffraat
    Wulffraat Posts: 8 Member
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    My Personal Trainer encourages me to eat more protein on the time. Its better to go over on your protein than carbs.
  • dusty8907
    dusty8907 Posts: 350 Member
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    My Personal Trainer encourages me to eat more protein on the time. Its better to go over on your protein than carbs.
    Not necessarily, if ur gonna be lifting heavy that day i would increase carbs and take a bit away from proteins. Carbs fuel your workouts and restore glycogen in the muscles and liver.
  • leondrel
    leondrel Posts: 5
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    As long as your total calories for the day is at the level you want then don't worry about it

    For general fat loss worrying about the total calories is more important
  • TavistockToad
    TavistockToad Posts: 35,719 Member
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    MFP sets protein fairly low (15%) so dont worry if you go over. i try and get 100g per day.

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