how many carbs at once?

[johnny123]

is there a general rule about what a good amount of carbs to have in one sitting as to not cause an insulin spike. i know certain carbs have different reactions..but im just curious how many g's at once is a good amount. (for below maintainence)

 

[diamonddiceclay]

it does not matter how many GRAMS-it matters if the carbs are HIGH or LOW GI

 

[johnny123]

sooooo 150 grams 6-7 x a day of a low GI carb is good for someone maintaining or going below maintanence.?

i know the GI amount is important,but i also know that the AMOUNT you take in at once is also.


anyone?

 

[gymtime]

Your weight and bf estimate would help. The numbers you're looking for will be different for everyone.

 

[johnny123]

ok gymtime...

5'10 189

BF ~16%

right now im taking in about


200g of pro
150-180 carbs
50-60 fat

i was guessing that 30g of carbs was good at once.

 

[gymtime]

Sorry, I misread your question. Unless you're on an atkins or keto diet (taking in more than 20gr of carbs per day for example) insulin spikes shouldn't be of much concern to you. You'd be better of concentrating on your daily intake, keeping your carbs low GI, and spreading them out as much as possible during the day.

Also, I think you need to up your protein and fat if you want to cut.

 

[rez]

JONNY...it looks fine...just cut carbs after your first 3 meals...carbs after that should be in the form of green veg only.

good luck