Protein powders

PartyKardy · May 2013

I'm an almost vegetarian that sometimes eats fish, but I'm a trying to lower the amount of fish to maybe once every other week or so and so now I'm finding it difficult to get in my protein so I can build some muscle and have sustainable weight loss.

Does anyone use protein powder or do you have a non meat way of getting protein?

I do consume peanut butter and eggs as well, so that helps a little but I could use a little boost from time to time.

Any help is greatly appreciated thanks!

ahmadfahmy · May 2013

I'm an almost vegetarian that sometimes eats fish, but I'm a trying to lower the amount of fish to maybe once every other week or so and so now I'm finding it difficult to get in my protein so I can build some muscle and have sustainable weight loss.

Does anyone use protein powder or do you have a non meat way of getting protein?

I do consume peanut butter and eggs as well, so that helps a little but I could use a little boost from time to time.

Any help is greatly appreciated thanks!

Whey and Casein

pastryari · May 2013

PartyKardy · May 2013

Thanks! I am sorta new to this site and had no idea

crista_b · May 2013

Just in case you weren't aware of this feature, when you go to the message boards section, there is a button called search and you can type in a keyword/phrase (ex: protein shakes) and you can see the threads that have already been created on the topic. Good luck! :flowerforyou:

Gotta say, I've seen you post essentially this same comment (but with the revised phrase and links) in other boards. I have to commend you for finding a polite way to teach people to use the search feature rather than the majority of people on here who simply say something like "OMG! Learn to search first idiot!" Good on ya! :flowerforyou:

iWillGetCrowSomeday · May 2013

I'm an almost vegetarian that sometimes eats fish, but I'm a trying to lower the amount of fish to maybe once every other week or so and so now I'm finding it difficult to get in my protein so I can build some muscle and have sustainable weight loss.

Does anyone use protein powder or do you have a non meat way of getting protein?

I do consume peanut butter and eggs as well, so that helps a little but I could use a little boost from time to time.

Any help is greatly appreciated thanks!

You don't need protein powders. Beans, nuts, nut butters, spinach, peas, quinoa, kale, and Swiss chard all provide a great amount of protein. Just curious though, why are you cutting out the fish?

pastryari · May 2013

Just in case you weren't aware of this feature, when you go to the message boards section, there is a button called search and you can type in a keyword/phrase (ex: protein shakes) and you can see the threads that have already been created on the topic. Good luck! :flowerforyou:

Gotta say, I've seen you post essentially this same comment (but with the revised phrase and links) in other boards. I have to commend you for finding a polite way to teach people to use the search feature rather than the majority of people on here who simply say something like "OMG! Learn to search first idiot!" Good on ya! :flowerforyou:

:drinker:

GoTeamMeaghan · May 2013

I've been vegetarian for 3 years and eat around 170g of protein a day-feel free to check out my diary for ideas.

aelunyu · May 2013

meat is obviously the most abundant in protein and most meats have a full amino acid profile, meaning you get the full range of amino acids that you need in just one type of meat.

failing that, whey and casein are protein powders that can help, but, if you're a pescatarian looking to cut down on even fish, then eating whey is probably in proximal violation of your dieting standards...it's all dairy (not sure if you eat dairy).

you can usually get a complete animno acid profile by eating beans, legumes, nuts, and various tubers. not only are these protein sources not overly processed like powder, they bear a great amount of micronutrients, vitamins, and minerals.

specialemy · May 2013

A co-worker of mine just gave me a sample of this vegan protein powder to try:

Vega Sport Performance Protein -- 110 calories per scoop, 25g of protein (http://vegasport.com/)

I had the berry flavor and mixed it with my veggie/fruit blend today. It's sweetened with Stevia so it's more on the sweet side if you want to give it a try. Can be found at Whole Foods. I'm told it's on sale right now, but this product is pricey. Still thinking about committing to purchase a container of it.

PartyKardy · May 2013

I'm an almost vegetarian that sometimes eats fish, but I'm a trying to lower the amount of fish to maybe once every other week or so and so now I'm finding it difficult to get in my protein so I can build some muscle and have sustainable weight loss.

Does anyone use protein powder or do you have a non meat way of getting protein?

I do consume peanut butter and eggs as well, so that helps a little but I could use a little boost from time to time.

Any help is greatly appreciated thanks!

You don't need protein powders. Beans, nuts, nut butters, spinach, peas, quinoa, kale, and Swiss chard all provide a great amount of protein. Just curious though, why are you cutting out the fish?

I really want to go full vegetarian, and I'm a bit concerned about like mercury

iWillGetCrowSomeday · May 2013

I'm an almost vegetarian that sometimes eats fish, but I'm a trying to lower the amount of fish to maybe once every other week or so and so now I'm finding it difficult to get in my protein so I can build some muscle and have sustainable weight loss.

Does anyone use protein powder or do you have a non meat way of getting protein?

I do consume peanut butter and eggs as well, so that helps a little but I could use a little boost from time to time.

Any help is greatly appreciated thanks!

You don't need protein powders. Beans, nuts, nut butters, spinach, peas, quinoa, kale, and Swiss chard all provide a great amount of protein. Just curious though, why are you cutting out the fish?

I really want to go full vegetarian, and I'm a bit concerned about like mercury

If mercury is your only concern, just vary the type of fish and where it's sourced from. I see in your diary that you eat canned tuna. Canned sardines are delicious, canned salmon is just ok. It's a much milder flavor than canned tuna, anyway. But if you want to be vegetarian because of the ethical reasons, then obviously my point is moot point.

Tavysh · May 2013

Don't forget about your dairy options as well. Greek yogurt and cottage cheese are often used for protein intake as well. I get the cups of Fage 2% greek yogurt and they have 20g of protein per cup. My local grocery only has the plain flavored but a little honey takes care of that.

Anna800 · May 2013

"almost" and "full" vegetarians really are accurate, you either are or aren't 100%. To avoid confusion you can refer to yourself as a pescatarian.

iWillGetCrowSomeday · May 2013

"almost" and "full" vegetarians really are accurate, you either are or aren't 100%. To avoid confusion you can refer to yourself as a pescatarian.

I see your point, but then there are lacto-vegetarians, lacto-ovo vegetarians, ovo-vegetarians. It's confusing all around regardless. I mean, when I tell some people I'm pescetarian they ask what church I go to.

PartyKardy · May 2013

"almost" and "full" vegetarians really are accurate, you either are or aren't 100%. To avoid confusion you can refer to yourself as a pescatarian.

I see your point, but then there are lacto-vegetarians, lacto-ovo vegetarians, ovo-vegetarians. It's confusing all around regardless. I mean, when I tell some people I'm pescetarian they ask what church I go to.

Haha I have had that happen as well!

iWillGetCrowSomeday · May 2013

"almost" and "full" vegetarians really are accurate, you either are or aren't 100%. To avoid confusion you can refer to yourself as a pescatarian.

I see your point, but then there are lacto-vegetarians, lacto-ovo vegetarians, ovo-vegetarians. It's confusing all around regardless. I mean, when I tell some people I'm pescetarian they ask what church I go to.

Haha I have had that happen as well!

:drinker: I started using "flexitarian" instead, but that just brought about the same amount of confusion. So I go with the mouthful, "vegetarian-but-i-eat-fish-and-some-dairy."

redraidergirl2009 · May 2013

I use soy isolate protein powder from GNC and I'm vegetarian. I usually have it as a snack or after I work out. It has 25g of complete protein, gmo-free, pretty cheap.

redraidergirl2009 · May 2013

"almost" and "full" vegetarians really are accurate, you either are or aren't 100%. To avoid confusion you can refer to yourself as a pescatarian.

I see your point, but then there are lacto-vegetarians, lacto-ovo vegetarians, ovo-vegetarians. It's confusing all around regardless. I mean, when I tell some people I'm pescetarian they ask what church I go to.

I think they are confusing it with presbyterian LOL

iWillGetCrowSomeday · May 2013

"almost" and "full" vegetarians really are accurate, you either are or aren't 100%. To avoid confusion you can refer to yourself as a pescatarian.

I see your point, but then there are lacto-vegetarians, lacto-ovo vegetarians, ovo-vegetarians. It's confusing all around regardless. I mean, when I tell some people I'm pescetarian they ask what church I go to.

I think they are confusing it with presbyterian LOL

Or Episcopalian

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