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chocolate

Tue, Oct-29-02, 03:43

Hi there!!

A question: if CAD/CALP are based on the insulin thing, then why is there a limit on fat and protein food during CMs? I don't have the CALP book, but the CAD book definitely defines the CMs as having up to 4 ounces of meat/fish/fowl or up to 2 ounces cheese and about 1 or 2 tablespoons of oil.... that sounds low fat/low calorie to me...

Do you guys respect these quantities?

Thanks for your input....

Choc

Zuleikaa

Tue, Oct-29-02, 09:55

No!! Don't count, don't measure, don't weigh. But I don't overdo either. Well, maybe sometimes :blush: Generally, I follow the rule that you eat until you're satisfied. Of course, I have had some great feasts for my reward meals.

Zuleikaa

Tue, Oct-29-02, 09:56

Oh also, if you eat too much protein, it can convert to glucose in your body and affect insulin levels. Moderation is the key.

chocolate

Thu, Oct-31-02, 01:34

Thanks for you reply Zuleikaa! I heard that protein turns to glucose only if your really hogging it, like 200g a day for ages and with very few carbs. I don't think it's the CADers' case ...

Have a good day!
Choc

PS I made a mistake and started a new thread with this answer ... time for my coffee, huh?