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@mdlooking4 I’m saying this with caring and empathy: if you feel “fluffy” at 21% body fat, your relationship with your body is the issue, not your adipose tissue. I’m probably 30%+ body fat and enjoy wearing my bikini often.

@nat3 So no, this is not keto. This is starvation. You have lost one pound a day, which is very dangerous. I’m not exaggerating when I say this diet will kill you. If you continue this much longer you will end up in the hospital. Also those macros are literally impossible for your calorie...

@nat3 Is this all you’re eating? What’s your total calories, carbs, fat, and protein for the day?

@2shineon Is there something wrong with yogurt? Kite Hill is a pretty well known vegan brand. Their almond blend Greek style yogurt is quite good.

@warriorforchrist2020 Don’t forget sauces! You can make some great high protein, high cal sauces that don’t add bulk to your meals.

@warriorforchrist2020 I got some great advice that protein is extremely satiating, so you have to wean up. I increased my amounts slowly so my satiety could adjust. Now I’m hungry if I get too little in a day. Doing it raw is hard, of course, because of all the fiber. I hope you find something...

@felicitypenny I take it in my protein shake because that’s where my stomach tolerates it. Where it fits in your schedule and diet is the best spot for it.

@wevrul I use a bunch of different ones. I do try to mix protein sources for completeness (vital wheat gluten + beans/chickpea flour/pea protein). I highly recommend checking out Isa Chandra Moskowitz’s recipes. She has a couple on her old blog Post Punk Kitchen, but I think her books are worth...

@tianyalu2 It’s kind of a mindset thing, like a game for me. So think what you’re in the mood for, then focus on the protein. I want mac and cheese… so I’m going to use protein pasta, and make the sauce from tofu and cashews, then add a veggie like peas or broccoli for nutrition. And seitan...

@tianyalu2 Happy to! I really enjoy that kind of stuff.

@jakob1997 The best research I’ve heard is 1.6g/kg for most people. To the best of my knowledge, there’s no harm in going over, it’s just work. The research showing kidney issues is focused on animal proteins and hasn’t yet been replicated with plant protein, as far as I know.

@jakob1997 Yeah. 1-1.3g per pound, which is around 2.5g/kg on average. Even when I ate meat I was always a little too weak at baseline, so the extra protein seems to help a lot.

@aptiv245 That tofu sounds amazing. I’m going to have to try that. That’s a good idea on the protein powder for people who want to avoid the blends.

@dgodshelp7 That’s really none of your business, random stranger. I’m not looking for advice.

@dgodshelp7 Thankfully, you’re not me and can choose your own diet. I get plenty of feedback from the actual professionals I work with who know me and my intake. And the whole protein damages healthy kidney thing is really not supported by much evidence. That’s just not how the kidneys work.

@dgodshelp7 The 150 includes a low-moderate amount of body fat rather than muscle mass. Since I’ve upped protein I’ve started seeing a shift in body composition. I should just add to the post… I was doing 1.6g/kg and not seeing results and generally feeling pretty cruddy, so I increased until my...

@tootsiepop52 Honestly, it’s a little bit good luck and a little bit hard work. I’ve struggled for years to get in a good routine. I just focused on one bit at a time and let the rest fall into place slowly. Not to be too touchy feely, but making changes from a place of self care and respect...

@tootsiepop52 I admit to being a bit overkill on diet quality. My body is pretty sensitive to my diet, so I do what I’ve gotta do. But of course I had beyond nuggets and vegan cheese for dinner last night so…

@alicewonder Yeah, it’s a bit intense for a regular diet. But I’ve always struggled with muscle gain and recovery, so I figured maybe my body just needs more than the average. I feel great eating this way and my progress in the gym has been exponential.

We all get asked it, and we all ask each other. So let’s start a big thread with our best advice! I’m eating 1700-2200 calories a day with 150-200g of protein. I prefer to eat lower carb because it keeps my energy more consistent, but that’s just a preference. I’m female 5’3” and about 150lb...