Susan_RD_101
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Re: Fiber: Soluble vs Insoluble
@mike Soluble fibre is a key component of the "portfolio diet" (arguably one of the most effective strategies for lowering LDL cholesterol). On this diet, 10-25 g of soluble fibre is recomm… (View Post) -
Re: Calorie Activity Deductions
@ethalfrida Speaking as a dietitian, I don't recommend eating those extra calories unless you are physically hungry. It's much easier to get an accurate calorie intake than it is an accurate calorie … (View Post) -
Re: losing weight but gaining fat
@CedarStreet With weight loss, there is inevitable muscle loss. I suspect that you aren't so much as gaining fat as losing skeletal muscle (i.e. a shift in muscle composition). The best way to counte… (View Post) -
Re: Getting more Protein
@Donna_cps3 It depends on how you'd like to add protein. Many foods (other than pure fats, fruit, or some vegetables) contain ample amounts of proteins. There's also the options of deriving protein f… (View Post) -
Re: How does protein calculaton work?
@Helmut @CindiCee gave an excellent response. There are still questions about how much protein individuals need since various factors (such as age, muscle composition, activity, etc.) will influence … (View Post)