Where to get a lot of protein

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  • Kennesaw24
    Kennesaw24 Posts: 50 Member
    I use whey protein powder. It really helps me get all of my protein in for the day while staying under my calorie goal.
  • Kennesaw24
    Kennesaw24 Posts: 50 Member
    I grew up with people saying that protein powders are MSG, they will cause hormonal disbalance, facial hair,cancer etc...

    I know, don't laugh at me, it's different mentality :bigsmile:

    We're not laughing at you at all. But we ARE saying that that information is wrong. Just because a myth was perpetuated earlier in your life doesn't mean you have to honor that myth forever. Do your own research and make use of the tools that are available to you.
  • Kennesaw24
    Kennesaw24 Posts: 50 Member
    Fage 0%. I live on it now im no longer vegan its heaven!
    97 calories = 170g tub = 18g protein! and no fat and only 6g carbs!!!
  • Brad805
    Brad805 Posts: 289 Member
    I know you are trying to follow a program, but using percentages is not always appropriate. 188g/d is a lot assuming you are female (conclusion from name and 1500cal/d). For a trained person, protein targets between 1.25-2g/lean pound body mass are not unheard of. That suggestion drops to 0.6-1 g/lbm for an untrained person. It is okay to try the program with a little less if this is a struggle for you. Losing 50kg will take some time, so a few extra weeks experimenting is not the end of the world if it helps you figure out what works best for you.

    As for the initial question, go for whatever natural meat source you like and can afford. Its not that difficult after a while, but it will take some effort on your part. I eat 190g or so daily. There will be an adjustment phase to the new plan at the start.
  • Kennesaw24
    Kennesaw24 Posts: 50 Member
    Go to Costco and pick up some "Premier Nutrition" protein shakes. 30 grams of whey protein per shake, along with 3 grams of fiber and only 1 gram of sugar. You get 18 in a box for 24 bucks. Great way to get your protein!
  • wilsoje74
    wilsoje74 Posts: 1,720 Member
    188 g!! That's a lot, are you training for a body building competition???
  • dpwellman
    dpwellman Posts: 3,271 Member
    Yes to egg whites. Break Free have no added oil

    Your best friend in the whole world.
  • Foodorlife
    Foodorlife Posts: 111 Member
    I know you are trying to follow a program, but using percentages is not always appropriate. 188g/d is a lot assuming you are female (conclusion from name and 1500cal/d). For a trained person, protein targets between 1.25-2g/lean pound body mass are not unheard of. That suggestion drops to 0.6-1 g/lbm for an untrained person. It is okay to try the program with a little less if this is a struggle for you. Losing 50kg will take some time, so a few extra weeks experimenting is not the end of the world if it helps you figure out what works best for you.

    As for the initial question, go for whatever natural meat source you like and can afford. Its not that difficult after a while, but it will take some effort on your part. I eat 190g or so daily. There will be an adjustment phase to the new plan at the start.

    Do you think I should start with 40% instead of 50?
  • dpwellman
    dpwellman Posts: 3,271 Member
    egg whites nuff said
    This.

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  • Foodorlife
    Foodorlife Posts: 111 Member
    188 g!! That's a lot, are you training for a body building competition???
    No...but when I put my daily calorie goal and 50% of protein equals to 188..

    I'm 260 pounds(roughly), 115 kg.
  • recovery114
    recovery114 Posts: 24
    your name is cut off at an awkward place...
    just one more letter
    im trying to quote the person but it just wont let me!
  • RaggedyPond
    RaggedyPond Posts: 1,487 Member
    Hunt down a deer.
  • tenajh
    tenajh Posts: 208 Member
    I researched, it is not organic and some products contain gluten.
  • Foodorlife
    Foodorlife Posts: 111 Member
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    Thanks!
  • Mr_Knight
    Mr_Knight Posts: 9,532 Member
    Hunt down a deer.

    Now THAT would be Paleo.
  • Just_Scott
    Just_Scott Posts: 1,766 Member
    With a van(thank you Ron White) elusive little creatures....
  • Brad805
    Brad805 Posts: 289 Member
    For argument sake lets say your lean mass is 130lb. That might be an overestimate, but I don't want to seem rude. I would suggest a target range between 80 - 130g to start. See how that works, and adjust. The comment about P90 being largely aerobic is true, and low carbs combined with intense exercise is not easy for many. Again, not intending to be rude, but I suspect that the P90 plan you are looking at assumes the person is somewhat athletic.

    To be honest, at this point the deficit is the key. The exercise is great and is going to help achieve many things, but you face a long battle. You might want to fight that keener urge to go all out. What exercise you choose is not going to make much difference in the big picture, so find things you can stick to and fit your lifestyle. It will all come together with time, practice and some reading.

    Here is a calculator that might help. I am not a staunch supporter of the IIFYM principle, but the calculator makes things easy for many.
    http://iifym.com/IIFYM-calculator/

    Good luck
  • Foodorlife
    Foodorlife Posts: 111 Member
    So mostly meat I guess..
  • Stage14
    Stage14 Posts: 1,046 Member


    ETA: People need to stop saying that nuts/nut butters and beans are good sources of protein ... They are sources of protein, yes, but gram for gram, nuts are more of a fat source, and gram for gram, beans are more of a carbohydrate source ...

    Yes, they are super fattening and plus I can't handle nut butter.

    Just because something has a higher content of fat per gram does not mean it is "super fattening". You don't get fat by eating fats, especially not healthy fats like nuts. You get fat by over consuming calories.
  • Foodorlife
    Foodorlife Posts: 111 Member


    ETA: People need to stop saying that nuts/nut butters and beans are good sources of protein ... They are sources of protein, yes, but gram for gram, nuts are more of a fat source, and gram for gram, beans are more of a carbohydrate source ...

    Yes, they are super fattening and plus I can't handle nut butter.

    Just because something has a higher content of fat per gram does not mean it is "super fattening". You don't get fat by eating fats, especially not healthy fats like nuts. You get fat by over consuming calories.


    Nut butter has high content of fat and not so high protein.
  • Foodorlife
    Foodorlife Posts: 111 Member
    Okay, I opened my diary . I logged what I ate/eat and I still need at least 50 gr of protein.
  • cgrout78
    cgrout78 Posts: 1,628 Member
    I get the majority of mine from greek yogurt, chicken, eggs, and cheese. I snack on a lot of nuts throughout the day as well.

    Protein powder is an easy way to add an extra 20-25 grams in a shake, smoothie etc.
  • JDubIsShrinking
    JDubIsShrinking Posts: 207 Member
    Nut butter. Lots and lots of nut butter.
    giggidy


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  • Matt24442
    Matt24442 Posts: 324
    Hunt down a deer.

    and then what?
  • Tropical_Turtle
    Tropical_Turtle Posts: 2,236 Member
    You were as stated before provided a myth regarding protein powders.

    As for nuts and nut butters, yes they are high in fat, but its a healthy fat, like avocados are fat, but a healthy fat.
    Egg, eat the WHOLE egg - there is no reason unless you have a medical issue that would prohibit you from eating it, then don't.

    And also as stated before, you do not get fat from eating fat. You eat too much and do not move your body, is how you get fat!
  • shapefitter
    shapefitter Posts: 900 Member
    Ok, so I am going to get on p90x nutrition and do some exercises. Phase 1 consists of adjusting daily protein to 50%..

    It says 50%...My daily calorie intake is 1500, I put the numbers in and that's what it showed,188g.

    ???
    :noway:
  • JessicaHoskins
    JessicaHoskins Posts: 116
    Any meat,nuts, peanut butter,eggs, milk with Hot Cocoa, milk with Nesquick.....just to name a few.
    I have Hypoglycemia & require a high protein diet; otherwise I suffer from Hypoglycemic attacks.
    Feel free to add me as a friend. :happy:
  • Foodorlife
    Foodorlife Posts: 111 Member
    Any meat,nuts, peanut butter,eggs, milk with Hot Cocoa, milk with Nesquick.....just to name a few.
    I have Hypoglycemia & require a high protein diet; otherwise I suffer from Hypoglycemic attacks.
    Feel free to add me as a friend. :happy:

    Nesquick has lots of sugar combined with a cup of 1% milk(12 more grams) is equivalent to 19 grams of sugar, if only one spoon of powder is used...it's hard to get protein without going over somewhere else.
  • Foodorlife
    Foodorlife Posts: 111 Member
    Ok, so I am going to get on p90x nutrition and do some exercises. Phase 1 consists of adjusting daily protein to 50%..

    It says 50%...My daily calorie intake is 1500, I put the numbers in and that's what it showed,188g.

    ???
    :noway:

    speak up,lol
  • Foodorlife
    Foodorlife Posts: 111 Member
    Can someone look at my diary and tell me what else to add?
    Just NO nut butters, they are nasty in my opinion.

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