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How many calories should I be eating a day? Macronutrient?
I've seen and tried all types of different ratios for macronutrients (protein,fat,carbs)such as 50/30/20, 25/35/40, but I always end up cheating, going carb crazy and eating non pa …
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When do I need to stop worrying about Fat to protein to carb ratios and just eat what is best?
Pretty self explanatory. I'm having a hard time getting 50% of my calories from fat. Does anyone have any tips on how to balance all of that out?
Thanks,
Cole
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1answer
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What ratio of Protein/carbs/fat for weightloss with PCOS?
I am a serial dieter who has recently discovered Paleo and I would love if this could be the answer for me.
220lbs 5 ft 8ins with PCOS. I take metformin and Krill oil.
I'm usin …
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7answers
444 views
Insufficient Calories Stalling Weight Loss?
Is it possible? I've posted a question regarding my weight loss plateau already so at the risk of being repetitive, I'll just state the bare necessary facts. I am 5'3 and weight ~1 …
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7answers
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What macro ratios should I aim for?
Fairly simple question, I think...
Is there a generic macro ratio we should be aiming for? Or are there different macro ratios for different aims and outcomes?
My aim is to lose …
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4answers
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Newbie with a lot of stomach gurgling
I am very new to the Paleo Diet and have been having some issues with what I think is digestion. Every day, all day long I have a huge empty pit in my stomach and a lot of gargling …
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3answers
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Too Much Protein?
I'm 5'4, 108 pounds (female) and trying to gain weight. I get moderate exercise at my job 5 days a week. What % of my calories should come from protein? I have heard that too mu …
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4answers
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Hi from a new user + macronutrient rations and how to get more fat!
Hi Everyone!
I have been stalking paleohacks for a while now and just signed up today. I'm on Day 1 of my new paleo lifestyle change and thought it would be the perfect time to jo …
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Questions on Keto
Hey Hackers,
This is for those who are in the Keto Diet category.
To be honest, I actually quiet enjoy Keto, I'm less hungry and feel a bit clearer. My workouts don't really suff …
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3answers
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Stephen D Phinney says sodium to potassium ratio should favor sodium ?
In this article:
http://www.nutritionandmetabolism.com/content/1/1/2
"Sodium and potassium
The second factor differentiating the author's studies from many others is optimized mi …
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9answers
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Are walnuts a good source of Omega 3’s?
I noticed in the Paleolithic Infographic that oily fish, walnuts and flaxseed oil are listed as good O3 sources right under the ideal ratio of O6:O3 being 1:1 to 4:1. Yet the rati …
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1answer
150 views
Omega 3/6 ratio?
Has anyone here had their ratio of Omega 3 to 6 tested? Did the results surprise you or meet expectations? Is it worth getting tested?
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3answers
532 views
How fast does improving Omega 6:3 ratios take to work?
I have the impression that fish oil (omega 3) supplementation takes many, many months before any benefit can be felt.
If true, does the same hold true for cutting out omega 6 seed …
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2answers
643 views
Trying to get protein…
I'm having a hard time eating protein. I'm monitoring my intake on MyFoodDiary.com and it's helpful. I'm trying to stay under 100g of carbs, but I can't get enough protein in. I'm …
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9answers
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Is there such a thing as too much Omega-3?
Is there such a thing a too much Omega 3? (per serving, per day, per week, etc.)
What if the Omega6/Omega3 ratio tilts in favour of O3 instead of the 1/1 recommended ratio?
Wha …