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  • 45-65% of your calories should be from carbs (non-refined (whole grains, veggies, fruits) choices are best. cook all pasta al dente for lower glycemic load) 10-30% from protein (tofu, egg whites, sunflower seeds, kidney beans are great sources for veg.) 20-35% fats (healthy ones like oils from nuts, flax seed, olive oil,…
    in Finding it hard to know what I can and can't eat. Comment by jlriffle April 2012
  • 45-65% of your daily calories should be coming from carbs. They are rediculously important to our bodies, but you need to consume the healthy ones. Get your carbs from whole (not refined) grains, vegetables, fruits, and beans. Read up on glycemic load/index to help you choose better options. If you cook pasta, cook it for…
    in Carbohydrates makes me more hungry? Comment by jlriffle April 2012
  • Protein is equally as important as carbs and fats in our diets. It is necessary for growth, repair and development of the human body. 10-35% of your total daily calories should be coming from protein (there are 4kcals in every 1g of protein). You can either figure out the range needed for your daily calorie goal (e.g.…
    in How Important is Protein? Comment by jlriffle April 2012
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