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I too experience slurred speech after consuming diet soda... not sure if its the rum or diet coke that is the problem though!

Meal timing has zero to do with weight loss. There is nothing "bad" about having protein at night, or at anytime of the day for that matter. There is nothing wrong with eating large meals for dinner. calories in vs out for weight loss.

Congrats on your success... But I think you didn't understand my comment, and you're missing the point. From your posts, it's a little obvious that you don't care for other posts giving a contrary argument about eating back exercise calories. I never stated you were asking for opinions. Honestly, I really don't care what…

Congrats on your weight loss, and continue to work hard! Just a note - macros don't need to be changed everyday. I've seen trainers change macros daily as if they are "pulling together a package", but it honestly isn't necessary.

TEFF plays little role in overall weight loss...

The concern here is metabolic adaptation on 1200 calories. You're artificially keeping your metabolism low by consuming low calories coupled with exercise, and that's the reason you put on weight if you eat more than 1200. The question becomes what long term damage are you doing to hit a weight loss goal? Your body is…

Yes, 3-4g Leucine to stimulate mTOR and increase MPS. Dependent on the source, that could be anywhere between 30-40g of protein. Norton's dissertation (Leucine is a Critical Factor Determining Protein Quantity and Quality of a Complete Meal to Initiate MPS), and other articles (Optimal Protein Intake to Maximize MPS,…

I'd sell you mine, but a leprechaun stole it...

No, there is no "right" or magical macro split that will make you lose more weight or put on more muscle. Caloric deficit for weight loss, surplus for weight gain. Minimum protein goals are .6g-.8g/lbs. In a deficit while lifting, some argue the minimum protein intake should be closer to .8g-1g/lbs to spare muscle. Minimum…

Come on bro! I've seen you pop a magic pill or two... whilst riding a unicorn

There are no mistakes lol

Why? It's just one meal. If it fits her macros and she's eating micronutrient dense foods, there is no need to "get rid" of anything. I eat two servings of ice cream every night.

Lolz at L-Carnitine supplementation. OP, save your money, and shield yourself from false hopes. Hard work is free. CICO

Better in what sense? Almost identical macro and micro nutrient values, if you view the context of eating brown or white rice only. In the context of a balanced diet, no food is good or bad. Comes down to which one you prefer. If you have to add things to brown rice, or any food for that matter to make it tolerable, why…

I'm done. Don't want to hijack the OP's thread, and clearly you are constructing statements to fit your argument. The OP did not ask if the trainer was "telling the truth". She asked if a protein shake after her workout would aid in weight loss - which it won't. OP - apologize for hijacking your thread. Ninerbuff has given…

You clearly don't understand my argument, nor did you read the part where OP stated her trainer said to have a protein shake within an hour. I wasn't the one who assigned a ridiculous time frame to anything, nor did I "nitpick" times. The fact that you call out other's for questioning the trainers advice is the issue. How…

What? Do you honestly believe that trainers are all knowing? Misleading a client because you don't know or understand the first thing about nutrition is still misleading, whether you proactively do it or not. Are all trainers idiots? No. But I've seen numerous friends in competition, mostly women, receive "meal plans" from…

OP asked about weight loss. You need to be in a deficit to lose weight. Whose question were you anwering then?

You would have to put on considerable muscle to connect those dots. Since the Op is in a deficit, she isn't putting on any muscle, unless they are newbie gains. OP specifically asked if protein will aid in weight loss. The answer is no. Calories in vs out will determine weight loss/gain. There is no need to drink protein…

Ingredients: 1 bag of brown rice 1 garbage can Prep time: 0 minutes Instructions: Toss brown rice in garbage Eat white rice lol o:)

There is no magic ratio for lean gaining. 250-500 calories over TDEE. Minimums for protein on a bulk .6g-.8g, and fats .3g-.4g. I suggest reading the sticky by MrM27 on bulking for beginners. All your questions should be answered.

There is no magic macro ratio. Calories in vs out for weight loss. Protein and Fat are essential macronutrients. Protein minimums should be between .6g-.8g/lbs (if weight training on a deficit, .8g-1g/lbs to spare as much muscle as possible) and fat minimums .3g-.4g/lbs. Fill the rest of your calories in with carbs.

Why not just make those foods fit your macros or calories, instead of having "cheat meals"?

Meal timing and nutrient timing, unless for athletic performance purposes (or elite athletes), is irrelevant. Alotting yourself specific macro goals per meal, while achievable, is really an exercise in futility. As others have stated, a good start to IIFYM is to pre-log your meals to ensure you are hitting your daily…

obviously you've never bulked successfully before. OP, please do not take this advice.

There is no specific ratio that will aid in weight loss. Calories in vs out for weight loss/gain. Recommended minimums for protein are .6g-.8g/lbs and fat .3g-.4g/lbs. Fill the rest in with carbs. Macro focus for body composition and athletic performance...

Since it's calories in vs out for weight gain/loss, what is the significance of hitting your macro ratios spot on? And 40% protein is unnecessary IMO

No one is making it out to seem that something is wrong with you for being disappointed, but I suggest reading the comments again with an open mind. A gain of .6lbs or 2.2lbs isn't "fat" gain. It's water weight. You yourself stated that "fluctuations don't bother me". That's all it is, a fluctuation. 3-5 days, even a week…

what?

^This. The body isn't meant to stay at ultra-lean levels, and at some point, it becomes detrimental to one's health (both physically and mentally). Unless it is your job, being 5% or below year round doesn't make sense. I also disagree with the absolutes in the article about eating out, social life etc. There is no need to…