i totally agree with pillsbury,but you also have to find the ratio oc carbs for you.there is no set number for everyone.your protein should stay high..1.5 per pound of lean mass...start the day with carbs with your protein,also i agree with trying to get your protein from food rather then shakes.leave that for after your workout.then have another carb meal. you can have chicken,tuna,egg whites,whiting(very lowfat fish,21gms protein per 4 oz),turkey breast...don't eat the cottage cheese evry singl day,...just my .02