Carb/protein balance

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philipt

1:23 pm
20 Jan 15
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My fast day consists of a 550 calories breakfast and then nothing except water, tea and coffee for 24 hours until the next breakfast.
I have suddenly realised that my breakfast consists almost entirely of carbohydrates as it is built around porridge, with only a tiny amount of milk, fruit, one glass of fruit juice and one slice of toast and marmalade.
Should I be having more protein in my breakfast such as kipper, poached egg, and baked beans – within the 600 calorie limit of course?
Thanks
Philip

Bootsy Badger

6:22 pm
20 Jan 15
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Hi

Protein is likely to keep you fuller for longer. Maybe think about including some fruit and veg too. They are filling and might help you avoid a commonly reported prob of fasting – constipation.

As you say, it is the 600 cal limit which needs to be maintained, whatever you eat.

Cheers!

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