Ratio of protein/ carbs/ fat to lose weight while strength training?

[Anonymous]

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[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Standard macros for losing weight are 40% carbs/30% protein/30% fat while being in a calorie deficit. But this can vary slightly from person to person and also depends on how much physical activity you're doing. Search online for a TDEE & macro calculator and you can adjust based on your fitness goals.

There are no standard macros for fat loss. You need to hit minimum protein, minimum fat and from there it is all personal preference. And of course a calorie deficit is non-negotiable if fat loss is the goal.

You add zero value to the conversation by being pedantic. Substitute the word generic for standard, there is lots of research that supports this. Feel better now?

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Standard macros for losing weight are 40% carbs/30% protein/30% fat while being in a calorie deficit. But this can vary slightly from person to person and also depends on how much physical activity you're doing. Search online for a TDEE & macro calculator and you can adjust based on your fitness goals.

There are no standard macros for fat loss. You need to hit minimum protein, minimum fat and from there it is all personal preference. And of course a calorie deficit is non-negotiable if fat loss is the goal.

You add zero value to the conversation by being pedantic. Substitute the word generic for standard, there is lots of research that supports this. Feel better now?

Genetic does not change anything and actually there is plenty of research showing that at the same deficit the ratio of fat to carbs is irrelevant to fat loss. Hitting protein is important to prevent muscle loss and at least 40g of fat per day is recommended for females to ensure hormonal health. From there it really does not matter. And this is an answer to OP’s question. On the other hand I am not sure what you added with your contribution.

[Anonymous]

The amount of misinformation on here is nuts. No wonder so many people have health problems — such high protein intake!

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:The amount of misinformation on here is nuts. No wonder so many people have health problems — such high protein intake!

Nope, protein recommendations in this thread are spot on.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:The amount of misinformation on here is nuts. No wonder so many people have health problems — such high protein intake!

You could not be more wrong, and have no idea what you're talking about. And in case you think we're trying to be "the liver king" we're not. As you age you need more protein, and then when you add real weight training to your workout you need even more. By "real weight training" I mean lifting heavy weights, not picking up a 5lb dumbbell and calling it a day.