I have three questions... can you help?

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1. I've read many people on this forum saying things about milk being something that we should try to limit. I'm confused, what's so bad about milk? I drink skim milk every day and I thought it was good to get 3 glasses for the calcium. Also, people are saying it has a lot of carbs/fat but I use nutridiary.com and the carb/protein/fat ratio for milk seems to be almost optimal considering it has a good balance of protein and carbs (and no fat) given that I'm going for the 40-30-30 ratio. Most of the other foods I eat have way higher carb ratios (like fruits, veggies and grains). Please clarify... why should I be trying to avoid cow's milk? And if so, what is a good alternative? Something like soy milk? Do you have any soy milk brand recommendations? Vanilla-flavored? ack...

2. This is sort of connected to the last question. What's a good ratio for carbs/protein/fat? Is 40-30-30 not the way to go?

3. Many people say nutrition bars are something not to be had. What about Luna bars? From all that I've heard elsewhere, these are considered pretty good, no? Any other nutrition bar recommendations? Organic food bar looks promising, but I haven't tried it. Any words of advice?

Thanks in advance for your input :p !
 
1. Milk is fine. The thread that I think you are referring to was talking about whole milk. Fat free milk is awesome :)

2. It depends on what your goals are and how your body reacts to carbs. What are your goals and what are your stats right now?

3. You're always better off having "real food" rather than bars, which tend to be high in sugar. Check in the nutrition facts and ingredients labels to determine if a bar is good for you, and even then, eat them when you don't have any other alternative.
 
1. Milk tends to get a bad rap, I don't see why. Arnold practically lived of milk. I say as long as your not downing 2 liters a day don't worry about it.

2. I think 40/40/20 Is really pretty good, anyway I have a hard time getting fat below 20. I think Tom Venuto recommends 50/40/10

3. Yeah check nutritional data on the package, I agree with snapthat
 
Incitatus said:
I say as long as your not downing 2 liters a day don't worry about it.
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I drink about 2 quarts a day, that's about 1.75 liters, and im fine. I love milk, it's great.

40/40/20, as already stated.

And completely agree with Snapthat & Incitatus. It should be a back up, not a first choice.
 
Just as clarification, Venuto recommends a 50-30-20 (or 55-30-15, but that's a detail) ratio as a baseline diet, but also recognizes that everyone's body is different and, therefore, has a different "perfect" macronutrient ratio. So I'd suggest that if you're going to start working with a nutrient ratio, 50-30-20 is a nice balanced one that you can work with for a while, and then adjust to your needs.
 
SnapThat said:
Just as clarification, Venuto recommends a 50-30-20 (or 55-30-15, but that's a detail) ratio as a baseline diet, but also recognizes that everyone's body is different and, therefore, has a different "perfect" macronutrient ratio. So I'd suggest that if you're going to start working with a nutrient ratio, 50-30-20 is a nice balanced one that you can work with for a while, and then adjust to your needs.
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What is the "perfect" macronutrient ratio?

Also, what is the 50, carbs or protein?
 
What is the "perfect" macronutrient ratio?
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From the context of the quoted post; Its whatever ratio works best for the individual.

Also, what is the 50, carbs or protein?
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First post: "What's a good ratio for carbs/protein/fat? Is 40-30-30 not the way to go?"
 
Experiment... everyones different, all anyone can do is give you estimates or guidelines. More info you provide the more people can help (usually).

Maybe start a new threa and, tell us what your goals are and where you're coming from.
 
There isn't anything wrong with skim milk...It's a great high-quality food, much better for you than sweetened fruited yogurt. People have prejudices about all kinds of foods...just take comments with a grain of salt. We have so many and varied foods available! Partake moderately of the highest quality foods you can get: skim milk, whole fruit, fresh meats, and lightly cooked vegetables. If you're reducing, take a multivitamin. If you have a small frame, take a calcium tablet too. If you start to starve between meals, divide the day's rations into 6 small rather than 3 larger servings so you always have something in your stomach. That's a method you can't get in trouble with.
 
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