Too Much Protein??

dawnemery
dawnemery Posts: 5
edited September 20 in Food and Nutrition
Is it bad to go over the suggested amount of protein? I almost double it every day, but do not go over on my calories and am always under on my fat count. I am hypoglycemic and have always been taught the more protein the better... but just curious.

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  • kgrutch
    kgrutch Posts: 223
    you can change the settings for totals, mine is 40% carbs. 40% rpotein, 20% fat. i like this plan and feel good and am losing and gaining muscle.
  • kgehling
    kgehling Posts: 20 Member
    Short answer...no.

    Too much protein is not a problem for the vast majority of people. There are some reports floating around the web that indicate too much protein can cause kidney and/or liver damage, but there is no credible research to support this.

    And on the other hand. There is a ton of data that supports high protein diets particularly in athletes.

    Typical protein needs for a moderately active person (exercise 3-4 times/wk) are 0.45 - 0.68 g/lb.

    If you are very active (exercise 5-7 times/wk) then increase to 0.68 - 0.81 g/lb.
  • CinthyNair
    CinthyNair Posts: 261
    I have also adjusted my carb/protein/fat to 40/40/20. No harm done, still losing fat and building muscle and toning body parts :bigsmile:
  • a00link
    a00link Posts: 72
    I worked out tonight and even though I was well over my protein for the day, I went and ate something with even more protein afterwards to help with the muscle-building process. I'm a fan of Chicken which causes me to often go over my protein and I feel better than ever. No worries IMO.
  • kc7671
    kc7671 Posts: 28 Member
    quick question, where do you change the settings for your totals? i've looked around and am not finding it. unless it's under custom when setting your goals. thanks!!
  • kgrutch
    kgrutch Posts: 223
    yes to change the ratio of carbs, protein, fat it is under custom when changing your goals.
  • dawnemery
    dawnemery Posts: 5
    Thanks everyone for your replies. I figured as much, but feel better to know fro sure. I am going to take the suggestion of changing my ratio as well :)
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