That's where that 'more is ok' comes in. But I figure if I have more than 40 gm of protein one day, a bit less another day, and way more another day, it will even itself out, and because I keep records I can check my average intake weekly and adjust. That goes the same for my fiber and fat intake. You have a good point, in making sure that the recommendations are followed as best as possible, because fats and proteins are the building blocks for our muscles, cells, and the myelin sheaths that cover our nerve cells in our brains, and help prevent Alzheimer's. Our fiber, which moves everything through, helps prevent cancer, and is our 'slow release' sugars that our brains need to function. Your site is terrific by the way! Thanks for all the awesome information!
Nov 06, 2008 Rating
I love it! by: Suzette Kroll-Barancik, RD
Cindy,
I love that you figured out a plan that what works for you and allowed yourself to lose at a slow steady pace. Congrats on your success!!
My only concern is that 30g protein is a bit too low. The RDA is 0.8 grams of protein per kg. body weight. At 120lb (54.4 kg) that's 44 grams of protein per day.
I'd suggest slightly increasing the protein on a regular basis and keeping up with your high fiber, lowfat diet otherwise!
