most recent 30 from http://paleohacks.com 2013-05-18T16:19:32Z http://paleohacks.com/feeds/question/158272 http://www.creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/2.5/rdf http://paleohacks.com/questions/158272/macros-what-are-the-ratios-that-work-for-you paleoPrincess 2012-10-26T16:10:10Z 2012-10-27T12:48:30Z

<p>Hi. I am still somewhat new to paleo, but am wondering where people like to keep their macronutrients? Before I switched to paleo I ate healthy, but still included some whole grains into my diet and added sugar in my coffee and honey in my tea. I tracked my macronutrients for a month before I started switching to paleo, and hit about 40/30/30 carbs, proteins, and fats more less very consistently. So, after dropping the little bit of whole grains I was eating, I tried to make up with extra fruit or vegetables to keep my macronutrient ratios at about the 40/30/30 level. I feel very good since switching to paleo, but am just a little curious where others keep their macronutrients at. OH, and I do realize it is maybe a little higher in carbs than a lot of people choose to eat, but I am a dancer and do ballet for at least 4 hours a day, and the carbs give me the stamina that I need for that. I don't feel like they're too high, but would be better at being objective if I saw some other people's ratios that they're following. </p> <p>Thank you so much for helping with your answers! :)</p>

http://paleohacks.com/questions/158272/macros-what-are-the-ratios-that-work-for-you/158275#158275 CD 2012-10-26T16:18:18Z 2012-10-26T16:18:18Z

<p>Not sure how my macros will help you, but here it is: <br>Fat (55%) <br>Carbs (16%) <br>Protein (27%) <br>Alcohol (2%)</p>

http://paleohacks.com/questions/158272/macros-what-are-the-ratios-that-work-for-you/158277#158277 Kelleil 2012-10-26T16:23:21Z 2012-10-26T16:23:21Z

<p>I'm working on 65% Fat, 25% Protein 10% Carbs.</p>

http://paleohacks.com/questions/158272/macros-what-are-the-ratios-that-work-for-you/158279#158279 rooky 2012-10-26T16:27:37Z 2012-10-26T16:27:37Z

<p>Calories range from 1700-2300 depending on activity levels.</p> <p>Feel best on medium carbs, medium/high protein, high medium fat.</p>

http://paleohacks.com/questions/158272/macros-what-are-the-ratios-that-work-for-you/158283#158283 Yvette 2012-10-26T16:41:22Z 2012-10-26T16:41:22Z

<p>60-70% fat - If I want to eat extra fat, I lose even quicker, so I don't skimp.</p> <p>20-25% protein depending on my fitness level</p> <p>15-20% carb but not over 100 grams while still trying to lose weight</p> <p>Calories are between 1600-1800 a day (female, 34 years old, 5'10")</p>

http://paleohacks.com/questions/158272/macros-what-are-the-ratios-that-work-for-you/158284#158284 Britt 2012-10-26T16:43:20Z 2012-10-26T16:43:20Z

<p>I do about 40/35/25 carbs/fat/protein. It works well for me!</p>

http://paleohacks.com/questions/158272/macros-what-are-the-ratios-that-work-for-you/158285#158285 Asclepius 2012-10-26T16:49:04Z 2012-10-26T16:49:04Z

<p>Off topic I guess, but why do you WANT to keep your macro ratios constant? That is soooo 2008 ;)</p> <p>Carbs are the only thing I cycle (and to a lesser extent fat) - eating around 150g on a rest day and 400g on a training day. This is a rough guide - I 'eyeball' the amount, and is coarsley managed by manipualting the number of sweet and regular potatoes I eat!</p> <p>With regard to fat, I opt for fish like tuna on a training day as it is low in fat. On a rest day I will go for oily fish (salmon, sardines and mackerel).</p> <p>Keep it simple. Leave the scales on the fish.</p>

http://paleohacks.com/questions/158272/macros-what-are-the-ratios-that-work-for-you/158316#158316 JayJay 2012-10-26T20:22:44Z 2012-10-26T20:22:44Z

<p>100% food. . . . .</p>

http://paleohacks.com/questions/158272/macros-what-are-the-ratios-that-work-for-you/158321#158321 borofergie 2012-10-26T20:31:39Z 2012-10-26T20:31:39Z

<p>80F:15P:5C = Keto heaven.</p>

http://paleohacks.com/questions/158272/macros-what-are-the-ratios-that-work-for-you/158322#158322 Poop Master MC 2012-10-26T20:35:26Z 2012-10-26T20:35:26Z

<p>Fat 20% Protein 30% Carbs 20%</p> <p>Which only adds up to 70%, so I am undereating by 30% which is how I stay so lean. </p>

http://paleohacks.com/questions/158272/macros-what-are-the-ratios-that-work-for-you/158335#158335 Diane 2012-10-26T22:13:43Z 2012-10-26T22:13:43Z

<p>I used low carb at first because I was struggling with insulin resistance and on the verge of metabolic syndrome with several of the markers for it despite being very physically active. I no longer worry about them now, but I don't eat a LOT of fruit or starch. Some, but not a lot. I simply don't count or worry about it anymore.</p>

http://paleohacks.com/questions/158272/macros-what-are-the-ratios-that-work-for-you/158345#158345 Nemesis 2012-10-26T23:30:11Z 2012-10-26T23:30:11Z

<p>Since I'm not trying to lose weight, I aim for 20% protein/35% carbs/45% fats. This varies widely day by day, so I don't bother logging the majority of my food.</p>

http://paleohacks.com/questions/158272/macros-what-are-the-ratios-that-work-for-you/158395#158395 Ironphoenix 2012-10-27T08:09:27Z 2012-10-27T08:09:27Z

<p>I'm a nutritionist and I would consider 40% carbs to be a normal level of carb intake. Ideally I would suggest keeping it at a level you feel comfortable at. I like mine to be below 20% or under 70g. </p> <p>Poop master is obviously joking because ratios refer to a percentage of a total amount. Whatever you eat, however many calories, your macro ratios still equal 100%. </p> <p>Paleo is about finding your version of it! I like 20% carbs, 25% protein, 55% fat. I still play around with it thou and I only eat if I'm hungry. </p>

http://paleohacks.com/questions/158272/macros-what-are-the-ratios-that-work-for-you/158396#158396 James 2012-10-27T08:53:12Z 2012-10-27T08:53:12Z

<p>33.33% carbs 33.33% protein and 33.33% fat. </p> <p>It's what I call a balanced diet.</p>

http://paleohacks.com/questions/158272/macros-what-are-the-ratios-that-work-for-you/158402#158402 a mesmerizing trickster 2012-10-27T12:27:05Z 2012-10-27T12:48:30Z

<p>Sedentary 25 year old woman (when not sedentary I do manual labor all day long I up calories by more than half the usual, I add even more fat than usual since they're the most calorie dense food. I never up the carb ratio, no matter how active I become. It's not "oh I'm running a marathon so I'll eat two sweet potatoes", it's "I'm running a marathon so I'll have an extra slice of roast beef with a pat of butter".)</p> <p><strong>65 to 75 % fat</strong> completely from animal sources, mostly fatty cuts of beef. Secondary fats come chicken, eggs, and fatty fish when I can afford it.</p> <p>I also cook with grease, occasionally butter. But the majority of fat comes from the meats themselves, not cooking fat. Though I certainly use lots, at least 2 large tablespoons when cooking a steak.</p> <p>Next is <strong>protein, about 25%</strong>, again, mostly from animal sources.</p> <p>The rest is carbs from vegetables, preference given to dark green leafy greens, variety of non-starchy vegetables, and occasional starchy vegetables. Starchy vegetables taste so sweet to me, they make me crave sweets. Fruits: I try to limit to berries and have a taste of local fruit when it comes in season.</p> <p>I feel the best when I eat the biggest meal when I wake up, then I eat a small lunch if I'm hungry.</p> <p>I don't make this macro on purpose. I cook traditional foods and this is how it turns out. When I deviate, I don't feel as good anymore. I'm glad I have my childhood to guide me, since I grew up in a traditional society.</p> <p>Eating a lot of saturated animal fats and cholesterol makes me feel really good, I feel blessed that I'm now healthy after severe hyperthyroid and gallbladder problems. </p>