Protein Shakes

I don't know why people on here are telling others to, as I have said before on here, most people in the Western world eat far too much protein.

I have just got some for myself, though, as being a vegetarian, I am not getting enough protein in my diet for the amount of exercise I am currently doing, and have really burned myself out today. I am hoping that a few days of rest and higher protein will help my muscles to repair.

Irritatingly, my husband working in the triathlon industry, he has got me a load of recovery shakes, which are high carb, which is the last thing I need, so tomorrow I am going to get some whey instead.

I certainly don't think meat eaters should be having extra protein.

I LOVE LOVE LOVE my protein shakes! I have them in the morning as breakfast with full cream milk (Don't like the sugar in lite milk) and it keeps me well and truely full til lunch time.

EDIT: Bearing in mind, my shakes are designed for womens weightloss and have practically no carbs and only 90 calories (then add the milk cals).

I haven't done much research myself but when I was working with a personal trainer he recommended a whey protein shake in the morning or after intense circuit training. At first I was hesitant, but whey protein really helps curb my appetite. It is low calorie, high in protein to curb hunger and also helps with muscle repair, and there are a lot of vitamins and minerals as well.

I think the big myth around this subject is the amount of protein people need. I think people usually over estimate. MFP does a good job of helping me keep track of this. There are also a lot of different kinds of proteins too, all of which have different affects on your body and your appetite as well. Casein protein for example is digested slower than whey and therefore releases amino acids slower into your bloodstream. For this reason, some say its the better choice to take before bed to help build new muscle tissue. Cottage cheese has casein protein for example. Whey protein is released more quickly and is great for the mornings or after workouts when you need to replenish quickly .

I don't think protein shakes are a miracle drink, but I do think its a convenient and quick way to get nutrients while controlling your calorie intake.

Not sure if that helps at all.

http://exercise.about.com/cs/nutrition/a/protein_2.htm

I looked mine up and came up with a range of 59 - 74. 59 sedentary and 74 exercising or ill.

FYI only.


I love jay robb egg protein with fruit and ice or with almond milk and fruit. yumo! I love it. I feel full and satisfied.