How in the world do you eat more protein?

[Kalibie]

So they say to eat protein to lose weight, and build muscle with carbs.

OK, but even so called high protein foods that are low calorie like yogurt has more carbs than protein! The only food rich with protein is meat and egg which is high in fat and calories.

Confused? Also any recipe recommendations?
I suppose I could just eat tofu and protein shakes everyday... (I do eat very balenced, but I can never eat more protein than carbs)

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So I'm woefully uneducated to the fitness side of health lol.
I understand what's good in the sense of fish and vegetables and grains and all, so thanks for all the new info. I suppose stop worrying about protein and carbs and just eat good nutritional food?

[LucasSchoubye]

Im maybe a little young but my dad is a ex-bodybuilder and is now on the best danish weightlifting team.

If you want to grow muscle then protein is for you (remember t0 still eat veggies) And a lot of it. so if you are trying to loose weight gaining muscle and eating a lot. not that great of a idea.

if you want to loose weight then eat low fat and do cadio workouts. try eating as low amount of food that is comfortable. just keep in mind that going under 15% body fat could take it's told on you abillity to get children/periods. aka not healthy.

[BoobMan]

Okay--let's see if we can help here. What are you trying to accomplish?

[Kalibie]

Lose maybe 20 pounds and tone while I do it since muscle bungees fat not efficiently. I'm 165 at 5"6

[BoobMan]

Got it. Makes sense. Well--everything except the part about "muscle bungees fat no efficiently." lol!

Anyway, in terms of diet, I'd recommend low-carb, but lots of veg and protein from meat. Don't worry about the fat--it comes with the protein. Eat regular meals and if you need to snack in between, make it something healthy like nuts (again, high fat, but not a problem).

In terms of working out, try doing weight exercises 3 time a week and maybe go for a long slow run once a week (optional at first).

[Kalibie]

Typo, meant to say more haha.

I don't have access to a car at my grandmother's, but I have a pool and bike, is running on asphalt bad for you?

[BoobMan]

So no weight options? Because I think that might help too. Running is fine. And swimming is great! I'd recommend just going with whichever you enjoy. If you don't have weights, then mix in some body weight exercises like squats and pushups.

[Kalibie]

Not for another month at least, that and I've never used that stuff before I feel like id injure myself?

[BoobMan]

Yeah--definitely be careful with the weights. The key is to start light and really work on your form and then slowly increase the weight.

[BoobMan]

Thanks for most helpful!

[523206720]

Meat is not THAT high in calories for the protein you get out of them. There is no such thing as a high protein food that is low in calories unless you eat edamame which is NOT a complete protein. No complete protein foods are low in calories but meat is the best option out of them all. If you don't like meat you could eat an exotic cheese since most of them contain complete proteins but that is also high in fat.

[emmy867]

You should definitely eat more carbs than protein!! Your brain runs on carbs and it is the body's preferred source of energy.
The only problem with carbs is that highly processed foods like white bread and sweets are full of empty calories. High-fiber carb sources like fruits and whole grains are very healthy and should be a large part of your diet!

[kingme]

The high fat and protein/ low carb diet worked wonders for me. It gave me the energy to workout apart from anything else. Black beans are a fantastic source of protein, as are eggs and nuts, full fat Greek yogurt, protein powders (I used hemp powder), olive oil. Also eat lots of veges and look for healthier carb foods like fried rice and potatoes. A piece of advice someone gave me was that if it has to advertise itself as lite or healthy then it probably isn't.

[sherbearee]

Chia seeds are yum ^.^ they have some protein, and (healthy) fat too. The thing with them is that they have all 9 amino acids, which are essentially what you want when you try to "eat more protein."
Egg whites don't have the fat, if you were concerned. Lean meat can also be low in fat.

[Mustachekitteh]

That doesn't sound right. Normally it's eat less carbs to lose weight and eat more protein to build muscle.

Try using google and asking which foods are best to get the most protein from it.

[Kalibie]

Less carbs = more protein though? So you're saying it's the same?

[Mustachekitteh]

Again when it comes to nutrition you get so many different answers. Yes some carbs and starches are good for you but some are bad. Try to look up which ones are good for you.

I know for protein eggs and fish are really good.

Here is one website I found. You could try to give it a shot www.bbcgoodfood.com/.../best-sources-protein

[LightUp]

Protein to build muscle
Carbs for energy

Thats it

To loose weight reduce carbs and fat intake. No need to take protein unless you are lifting weights , or doing sports

[Klaatu51]

protein shakes r a solution. guess u can eat wotever food u want meanwhile... just be sue to consume PS at least like 3-4/week

[KidanisCortes]

Hmm protein doesn't helpyou lose weight ithelps build muscle... and as for the question there is this proteinshake called isopure ithas like 25 grams of protein an very low carbs

[Anonymous]

That's bad advice, all these fad diets are such bullshit.

[Kalibie]

It's not a fad diet, it's just simple science, you use protein to burn, and carbs to build, I'm not giving up vegetables or anything dumb like that, I'm just trying to eat more protein than I used to

[Opinion Owner]

It's the other way round, carbs are accessible fuel and protein repairs muscle fibers.

[Stefan1738]

Chicken, tuna, and salmon?

[bubbletrouble]

Lean meats like chicken and fish