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Hard time with diets

Serial Posts: 6 Joined: 2002/02/24	2002/02/26, 02:20 PM I just signed up, and i really enjoy all that FT has to offer. But i am really haveing a hard time hitting all my goal Carbs and Protien. I have always had a hard time hitting this but i was just wondering if there are any foods that i should stay closer to than others. I eat alot of tuna and pasta sometimes. Is there any type of supplemnts that i could take that would allow me to hit my goals. Supplments are my last option but if i have to i guess i have to. Thanks for any help anyone and offer.

rpacheco Posts: 3,770 Joined: 2001/12/13	2002/02/26, 02:28 PM Welcome to ft, Serial! Please search previous posts on this subject...there have been many. Chicken breasts, rice and veggies are good sources of both. Yes, you can use protein powders or meal replacements to get you closer to your target goal per day. Good luck! -------------- _Robert_
irontrainer Posts: 4 Joined: 2002/02/04	2002/03/02, 03:59 AM I was just wondering what your goals were. As far as meal replacements and / or protein powders; they aren't necessary if you eat a proper well balanced diet. However if you don't have access to food, then make up a shake. It's better then nothing. Personally mixing in some of your favorite fruits is a great idea to enhance the drink. Overall though, eat whole grain foods, lots of fruits and vegetables. Moderate the dairy and meats (protein) Try to balance the nutrition to 55% carbs, 20-30% fats, and 15-20% protein.. avoid the sugars and saturated fats as much as possible. if possible work towards eating 5-6 times a day. balance the foods out, have a little bit of protein w/ your carbs. by eating more frequently in smaller portions, you keep your energy levels high, keep the body nurished nutritionally, and helps keep your resting metabolism high.. and a quick note, post workout is always important to have some food after.. your muscles are starving for some energy and they need some aid in muscle recovery. drinks lots of water through out the day.. hopefully this helps out a bit. take care.. P.S if u have any questions, e mail me!!