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grumpy59
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Nutrition, weight loss and tri training....
As a person who was previously very overweight (5' 7" and 221 lbs) I am keenly aware of my weight and keeping in shape. I recently began a higher protein diet to help recovery from training and to loose a bit of the 2-3 pounds of winter weight I was carrying. The plan mainly calls for upping my protein levels to 35-40% and lowering carbs to 30% whilst keeping fat to less than 30% if possible. This seems to be working but I am becoming even grumpier (is that a real word?) than in the past, and I was pretty grumpy! Does anyone have any views?
Asked by grumpy59 - 2 answers - 39 weeks 21 hours ago
ATyukody
Eat carbs (fruits, sweet potatoes & rice) - a lack of carbs will make you cranky. Try cutting out wheat & gluten - it can promote inflammation... you may lose up to 10lbs.
Submitted 38 weeks 6 days ago by ATyukodyicarlton
Your mood may be linked to a lack of carbs. It’s important to remember that carbs are the body’s main source of energy. Reducing them may push the body into survival mode forcing it to hold onto its fat stores, making weight loss harder. The key is to encourage the body to use its fat reserves as an energy source. Boosting fitness levels can increase the amount of fat used as energy while at rest and during easy to moderate exercise. However you need the right amount of carbs to allow you to train. As for your diet I would recommend a fat intake of around 20-25%, with a focusing on reducing saturated fat. A protein intake of around 20%. You should focus on high fibre low glycemic index carbs, with an intake of around 55-60%. The slight increase in protein and extra bulk form the fibre should help you curb your appetite and give you the negative energy balance you need to reduce your weight.
Submitted 36 weeks 3 days ago by icarlton