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At no time did I say that more than .35g is dangerous. When applied to people who are already overweight the percentage of fat from calories becomes excessive and can be harmful.. The accepted standard within the medical community is 25-35% as a percent of calories regardless of the source ("good" vs "bad" fat).…

Every medical reference and study indicates that 25-35% of calories from fat is the max appropriate for good health and nutrition. My question initially is where did your post originate? What is the reference? Certainly you can answer on your phone.

Tuna is more expensive, per pound, than other lean meats. Even at $1.00 per can in bulk the cost is $4.00 per pound; the usual price at my store is $1.50 or $6 per pound. Chicken is usually the least expensive option, and I always find pork for $4 / pound. Beans in a can are much more expensive than dry. Check this site…

Why is .35g per pound considered the minumum valiue? According to whom?

[/quote] I eat 30% carbs, 30% prtoein, and 40% fat. I started at 245lbs, currently am 214, am a female, and I'm losing eating 1900 calories a day. I don't always hit my macros, but I try to get enough protein, and the rest kind of fall where they may. Like others, most of my fats are from lean proteins, nut butters,…

The protein level is a minimum required to sustain your body. A more realistic value would be 1 gram per pound of lean body mass, or about 100 grams for a woman on average. You are on the small side so maybe push that down a bit. The offset would be to carbs.

You are trying to gain weight - not lose. And you consume a ridiculously high calorie level that would require more fat due to density. I specifically said this is bad advice for those who are eating at a deficit and trying to support good health. Would you suggest to your "clients" that they consume more fat and less…

Welcome to my world! I spent 140 days last year in hotels. With a hot plate and a microwave you can make just about anything. Boneless chicken, chops, steak, stir fry, eggs. Is there anywhere nearby where you can set up a small outdoor grill? This could be a very communal event, maybe a once weekly BYO-Meat dinner. Pack…

It's not all about losing weight. We should be aiming for sustainable good health. Eating excessive fat at the cost of other nutrients negatively affects long-term health. And yes, you can lose weight eating potato chips. As long as you stay at a caloric deficit.

Raw spinach contains oxalic acid, which prevents iron and calcium consumption (and can cause kidney stones). Kale has very little oxalic acid so it would be less of a concern. Three cups shouldn't be an issue as long as you consume other calcium and iron rich foods; most of the volume is water and fiber.

Yep, unfortunately it does. A change has been requested but it hasn't happened yet.

You are so right - "Couch to 5k" is a misnomer. It's really intended for people who haven't run but are active, not the true couch potatoes like us. Week 1 took me 7 attempts; week 4 might take that many but I'm still in there. It looks like the pre-C25k is a good plan to get you started. Just don't give up, even if your…

You're running 50% calories from fat. This is much too high for good health, especially because you're not reaching your protein needs. As Russell said, protein and fiber will keep you satisfied without affecting your health.

Yep. Same thing. Although I think the saturated fat would offset the benefits, and then you're trading HBP with high cholesterol.

The dose of 2 cups per day is 50g of carbs. Seems like a high price to pay for a small amount of added nitrates. I think I'd rather have the lettuce.

Golden Corral does have nutritional information on line, so you can make some advanced choices and know where the landmines are hiding. Generally the survival techniques are the same as for any other restaurant. Avoid the pastas and other sauced foods. Go for the carved meats or the sirloin and ask for a lean portion.…

Barley pilaf, whole grain pasta, couscous. Try a baked sweet potato in place of the regular variety. Very tasty and ultra nutritious. Consider having your two veg as different preparations. One steamed, the other roasted or raw. Make a salad with a whole grain or beans along with fresh vegetables. I'm currently on an…

My pace is so slow that it's not considered "jogging" here or on any other chart. I go with the "a mile is a mile" theory and log it as walking at the average pace.

I once quit for 9 months :wink: If anyone presses a drink on you just say "No thanks, doctor's orders". No need to go into details. If it's a guy whisper something about "female troubles"; shuts them right up. Definitely keep something in your hand - flavored seltzer or another soft drink. If your friends (or their…

I don't have brothers, but I do know that men don't notice things like weight loss or new hair styles. It's like they have a picture in their head of how you look and it never changes. My husband admits that to him I still look like the 19yo he married 27 years ago. Think about summer coming up. Do you have any outfits…

Skip the biscuits and have the gravy over scrambled eggs. Lots of protein but far less carbs and fat. Otherwise, just have a big ol' bowl of gravy and love every minute of it. Then go workout.

In all seriousness, where was this 27 years ago when I was a newlywed?

If what you are doing now works, why change? You are enjoying a steady weight loss that would make most people envious. However, if you do make a change I wouldn't rely on a body fat % calculator for the TDEE calculation. There are many variables and the military charts are very far off from reality, especially for women.…

Pad Thai (Chinese or no) really isn't high in calories. A pint with shrimp is only 400 calories. It's high in carbs but you can adjust for that by having a high protein lunch, such as tuna on a bed of greens.

Try combining the two! Bananas, oatmeal, warm milk (of course), and turkey are all believed to relax you and cause drowsiness. A little honey also helps, especially if combined with whole grains. DD swears by cold cereal with milk. Be sure to log your snack in advance or otherwise save the calories. If you're snacking out…

Today was soooooo much better! I did more dynamic stretching than before and stopped during the walking portion to stretch my calves for a few seconds. I think I had an idiotic grin on my face for most of the last segment. Thanks for all the help!

Consider stretching a bit during the walking times. I tried this today and it made a world of difference. You body will adjust but it takes time and sometimes you will take a step back. I assume you're wearing proper running shoes? If not, go to the nearest running store and get fitted. This alone will alleviate the leg…

Consider having your body fat measured and use that to judge your progress. Weight training can add pounds, as you are strengthing not just your muscles but also your bones. Taking measurements monthly (waist, hip, arm et al) will assure you that you are making progress.

Yes, but the USDA minimum recommendation for protein for an adult woman is 46 grams, 56 for a man, which is 10% of total calories. On the "My Plate" the total recommendation for the day is 5 oz. of lean meat or equivalent and just two servings of dairy. Based on what we know about obesity and carb intake this insufficient.

No one does, or should. It's based more on the food industries' needs than nutritional science. This is why the grain servings are unrealistically high and the protein far too low. In the forties butter was a food group, to be eaten at every meal. Unfortunately bacon wasn't given the same stature.