Hello,

My Dr said to try to get in 50-60 grams of Protein a day.

Does that mean only w/in that range? Does it hurt if I have more?

My Protein shake has 30 grams of protein and then after lunch. I've hit my limit. This means I wouldn't be able to eat for the rest of the day.

TIA for your response!!

Here's my experience with protein. My doctor said to get 60 grams a day (it's based on your current weight/height). I wasn't getting enough so my hair started falling out. Well...I went back to him and he emphasized the 60 grams a day. Well...I figured...I'm going to get that and then some. I started getting more than 60 grams a day and my stomach was cramped very badly with gas pain. I was told that if you overdo it with protein, it causes gas and I'm a believer because let me tell you...with just 60 grams a day I'm ready to explode from behind...:doh:

I eat anywhere from 60-120grams of protein a day. No problems. Think about the Atkins or South Beach or Zone or Sugar Busters dieters, they are eating waaaaay more than that usually. The only time too much protein is a problem is if your diet is ONLY protein with NO or VERY little fat and NO carbs, you can have issues with your kidneys. And unless you are a survivalist living off of nothing but rabbits for a period of time, you really don't have to worry about that.

More protein is fine, just make sure you are drinking plenty of water! It help your body metabolize it better.