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As part of a healthy diet.. is it ok to eat a carb along with veggies and protein for dinner every night? or 2-3 nights a week is the most?..

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Yes.: Rigid adherence is 40-50g/day, but this is exercise dependent. If you are eating somewhat more than that, greatly cut your fat intake with that meal.

Answered 12/10/2013

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A member asked:

As part of a healthy diet.. is it ok to eat a carb along with veggies and protein for dinner every night? or 2-3 nights a week is the most?..

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Thomas Namey answered

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