Protein intake on a CKD... can there be too much?

**temperoath** · 04-11-2003, 08:20 AM

I was wondering if eating too much protein while on a CKD will induce Catabolicism(catabolic state) (Yes I've created a new word). I read somewhere that since on a CKD, your carbs are low and your fat should account for a higher percentage of your total calories than your protein. If your protein is too high your body will prefer to burn the protein from your muscles.

Is this True?

**SwoleCat** · 04-11-2003, 08:22 AM

it's true......your body will also convert excess protein to carbs/sugars, and take you out of ketosis, henceforth killing what the diet aims to accomplish.

I hate CKD's for these reasons and a HOST of others.

~SC~

**temperoath** · 04-11-2003, 08:47 AM

Swole,

What would be a good protein intake for me, Im around 171 11-12bf,
Should I shoot for bodyweight or less.

Also, what do you recommend, TKD. I am unsure of how to work a TKD, and get good results.

**painintheazz** · 04-11-2003, 09:12 AM

The general rule of thumb is 1g/lbs of body weight. Go higher if you are cutting. I can even get away with a little lower than that when bulking and still be fine. It is dependent upon your body and what type of protein you are getting.

Pain