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[doriswe]

I'm slowly becoming addicted to MFP and am logging all my food and exercise. With my weight loss goal, the magical MFP computer says I should be taking in 60g of protein per day. What happens if I go over that amount? Am I going to implode or something? Will this impact weight loss?

I realize I could google this, but I'm much to lazy for that nonsense today....so can you help a girl out??

[blackkitty]

If you eat too much protein you might catch the gay

[bullygirl979]

Having too much protein can negatively impact your health. It is hard for your kidneys to process too much protein which can cause issues. However, it is really hard to get to that level unless you are eating meat non stop or pounding protein shakes.

Protein is good for you. I wouldn't worry if you go over a bit.

[bullygirl979]

Jul 20, 2012 9:11:43 GMT -5 @blackkitty said:

If you eat too much protein you might catch the gay

^o)

[sparkles17]

I think the more protein the better. I actually aim for 100g a day.

[doriswe]

So I did a protein shake for breakfast and then one after boot camp last night which put me over significantly. I should probably pick a different breakfast on boot camp days, yes?

[doriswe]

Jul 20, 2012 9:11:43 GMT -5 @blackkitty said:

If you eat too much protein you might catch the gay

I thought I got that from toilet seats...shit!

[bullygirl979]

Jul 20, 2012 9:14:28 GMT -5 doriswe said:

So I did a protein shake for breakfast and then one after boot camp last night which put me over significantly. I should probably pick a different breakfast on boot camp days, yes?

What are you mixing it with? Water or milk?

[doriswe]

Jul 20, 2012 9:16:55 GMT -5 bullygirl979 said:

Jul 20, 2012 9:14:28 GMT -5 doriswe said:

So I did a protein shake for breakfast and then one after boot camp last night which put me over significantly. I should probably pick a different breakfast on boot camp days, yes?

What are you mixing it with? Water or milk?

Protein powder, Dynamic Greens, strawberries, blueberries, a little yogurt, banana and water.

[stephbfan]

I was told by my dietitian that a lot of protein is ok as long as its coming from lean or low fat sources. I can consume as much as I can and for it to be too much protein would have to be a ridiculously high amount.Since I'm insulin resistant, for me protein is key because it helps me break down the carbs slowly.

I glad that you are hooked on MFP!! I am addicted too and I'm seeing great improvements.

What protein shakes are you doing? Im not doing any and would love to try.

[bullygirl979]

Jul 20, 2012 9:26:31 GMT -5 doriswe said:

Jul 20, 2012 9:16:55 GMT -5 bullygirl979 said:

What are you mixing it with? Water or milk?

Protein powder, Dynamic Greens, strawberries, blueberries, a little yogurt, banana and water.

RP wants me to tell you that if you consume more protein than your body needs, it will turn into fat. And I will reiterate that it can damage your kidneys.

Truthfully, the serving size on the packages of protein is more than you actually need. When I have them, I usually maake it with a half scoop instead of a full.

ETA: RP wants me to say that she agrees about the potential for kidney damage. I am her secretary in case you can't tell. She pays me well

[doriswe]

Jul 20, 2012 9:35:22 GMT -5 bullygirl979 said:

Jul 20, 2012 9:26:31 GMT -5 doriswe said:

Protein powder, Dynamic Greens, strawberries, blueberries, a little yogurt, banana and water.

RP wants me to tell you that if you consume more protein than your body needs, it will turn into fat. And I will reiterate that it can damage your kidneys.

Truthfully, the serving size on the packages of protein is more than you actually need. When I have them, I usually maake it with a half scoop instead of a full.

So trying to stay within the 60g is ideal then?

[bullygirl979]

Jul 20, 2012 9:36:14 GMT -5 doriswe said:

Jul 20, 2012 9:35:22 GMT -5 bullygirl979 said:

RP wants me to tell you that if you consume more protein than your body needs, it will turn into fat. And I will reiterate that it can damage your kidneys.

Truthfully, the serving size on the packages of protein is more than you actually need. When I have them, I usually maake it with a half scoop instead of a full.

So trying to stay within the 60g is ideal then?

Yeah, but I guess what I am trying to say is that if you go 65 grams instead 60, don't freak out about it. You won't die. But yes, try and stay within the guidelines.

[blackkitty]

I joined MFP a week ago and I gained 3 lbs the first week. I stayed within the calorie range every day except for last night when I went out for sushi and still I only went like 300 over.
WTF?

I hope it's not because I started trying that whole dessert for breakfast thing... I had half a brownie with my breakfast every morning. Hopefully it's just water from the soy sauce last night.

[doriswe]

Jul 20, 2012 9:37:52 GMT -5 bullygirl979 said:

Jul 20, 2012 9:36:14 GMT -5 doriswe said:

So trying to stay within the 60g is ideal then?

Yeah, but I guess what I am trying to say is that if you go 65 grams instead 60, don't freak out about it. You won't die. But yes, try and stay within the guidelines.

Yesterday it was almost doubled....but I'll just switch it up on boot camp days and we'll be good! Thanks!

[doriswe]

And tell RP thanks too!!!

[doriswe]

Jul 20, 2012 9:40:49 GMT -5 @blackkitty said:

I joined MFP a week ago and I gained 3 lbs the first week. I stayed within the calorie range every day except for last night when I went out for sushi and still I only went like 300 over.
WTF?

I hope it's not because I started trying that whole dessert for breakfast thing... I had half a brownie with my breakfast every morning. Hopefully it's just water from the soy sauce last night.

This is why I can't keep that stuff in the house or I would totally eat it for breakfast!

[dakotadangerdog]

Different people have different opinions on the matter. Iaim for 90 grams, .5 grams per Pound of body weight. Eating excess of any nutrient will cause you to gain weight, not just protein.

[liubotflittyfud]

Jul 20, 2012 9:11:43 GMT -5 @blackkitty said:

If you eat too much protein you might catch the gay

is that similar to the hiv?

[doriswe]

Jul 20, 2012 11:29:44 GMT -5 @liubotflittyfud said:

Jul 20, 2012 9:11:43 GMT -5 @blackkitty said:

If you eat too much protein you might catch the gay

is that similar to the hiv?

Nope the HIV you get from shaking hands!

[blackkitty]

Jul 20, 2012 11:46:44 GMT -5 doriswe said:

Jul 20, 2012 11:29:44 GMT -5 @liubotflittyfud said:

is that similar to the hiv?

Nope the HIV you get from shaking hands!

I thought you got it from CFA sandwiches?? I'm so confused!!

[doriswe]

Jul 20, 2012 12:20:30 GMT -5 @blackkitty said:

Jul 20, 2012 11:46:44 GMT -5 doriswe said:

Nope the HIV you get from shaking hands!

I thought you got it from CFA sandwiches?? I'm so confused!!

Not where I live...we don't have CFA's!

[omeomi]

Protein is not the debil. And it's pretty hard to OD on protein.

A general rule for the populace for protein intake is in the range of 0.2-0.5g/pound of bodyweight/day. But that varies based on your activity level, training methods, percentage of lean mass, and calorie level. Resistance trainers, for example (weight lifters) typically need to consume more because of the higher levels of muscle breakdown during resistance training. More protein is needed in order to regenerate the cells that were broken down during training.

Proteins are what is used for the regerneration of cells. Proteins break down into the bloodstream as free amino acids (amino acids are the components of proteins). That free acid pool is what helps you make new cells everywhere, not just in the muscle. Some of that free acid comes from the breakdown of old cells, some of it has to come from digestive proteins (what you eat). So too little protein intake can impact your cell regeneration processes.

'Too much' protien, well, it's hard to get to that point on a consistent basis. If you were to take in something along the lines 3g/lb/day for an extended period of time, yes, it would negatively affect your kidneys. As far as proteins being stored as fat, not really. As was said by a PP, any excess amount of calories will make you gain weight, no matter the source. But proteins are more likely to be 'stored' in that free amino pool in the bloodstream, and excess amounts will typically be filtered through the liver and kidneys and urniated as a part of nitrogen excretion.

Anywhooo... I tend to take in anywhere from 80-160g of protein per day. Sometimes even more, depending on certain factors. And I weigh 115. I've done this for years, and my kidneys are just fine.

Without knowing your diet and exercise regimes or your weight, I'd say 60g is a good number to shoot for every day. If you go over that amount, it's not going to do you any harm. It's just a matter of staying within your caloric parameters. If you have, say 80g of protein one day, that just means you should be consuming 20g less of carbs or 9g less of fats, or a happy medium of the two (like 10g less carbs and 5g less fats).

Oh yeah, be sure to drink plenty of water. Water helps the kidneys, and it's essential in protein breakdown and synthesis.