Arghhh, which protein powder?

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  • BigDaddyBRC
    BigDaddyBRC Posts: 2,395 Member
    Why does it have to come in a powder? why not eat better foods? Just a thought....

    Oh, and as fort he specific question. The one that tastes best to you
  • debussyschild
    debussyschild Posts: 804 Member
    You can order online at www.bodybuilding.com pretty much every protein powder that is available. Right now, I use Gaspari Myofusion Probiotic in Chocolate. I like it, but I'm thinking of switching to something else once I go through my huge container of it. It's really good for supplementing protein in your diet when you're just not getting enough of it through what you eat (or you have lost track of time and can't cook anything!). Lots of people use protein powders, not just body builders and athletes, lol. Also, the owner of my gym recently gave me a free serving of Syntrax Nectar Protein Powder in an Oreo cookie flavor.... OMG! So gooooood and so light, easy on the stomach. BB.com doesn't seem to sell it, but it can be bought online.

    BB.com has articles on how to choose a protein powder, but basically, don't go too cheap. You get what you pay for with most of them, so spending a little more is usually best. Good luck finding one you like!!
  • debussyschild
    debussyschild Posts: 804 Member
    Why does it have to come in a powder? why not eat better foods? Just a thought....

    Oh, and as fort he specific question. The one that tastes best to you

    It doesn't have to, but quality protein powders like a whey isolate are really great supplements to help you meet protein goals. Plus, they're really quick and convenient and you can even cook with them. They're not a requirement by any means, just really helpful.
  • stupidloser
    stupidloser Posts: 300 Member
    cytosport is good. Ever since I started taking it, I've gotten huge.
  • hmgarcia83
    hmgarcia83 Posts: 45 Member
    profit by it works high on protein but not so high is bad low on calories taste yummy
  • seitys
    seitys Posts: 4
    Optimum Nutrition. There are serious questions as to the actual protein content in protein powders in other brands. Do your research and get your money's worth.
  • debussyschild
    debussyschild Posts: 804 Member
    Yeah I guess food is preferable being more natural, but a colleague at work mentioned that I might be able to find a powder that is mainly just whey (which comes naturally off of milk) ?

    Also I would have to eat a lot more calories from food to get a good amount of protein, than if I had some of these shakes?

    Just an extra note to mmy first post - I'm not intending to use this as meal replacement, but as 'snacks'. I get 1650 cals a day.

    I have my calorie goal set at 1950 and 40% of my intake is protein and it can be challenging to meet it. You'll have to get good about preparing food in advance, but eating fish (canned or fresh), chicken breast, lean beef, or eggs (egg whites, especially) are all great sources of protein. Nuts are good, but they tend to be high in fat as well. Powders are great especially for post-workout because they are convenient. You can put a scoop in a blender bottle, then fill it up with water and shake it to mix it up at the gym as you're leaving. I do agree with the others that maybe having one serving a day as a snack (like accompanied with a small piece of fruit) is a great way to go.
  • huckleberry0070
    huckleberry0070 Posts: 64 Member
    I personally can't stand the taste of whey powder... even if it's flavored. I like Muscle Milk powder. It's about 150 calories per scoop but you can also get muscle milk light in both powder and premixed liquid form for about 100 calories.
  • natajane
    natajane Posts: 295 Member
    Thanks everyone for your suggestions so far, feel free to keep them coming :)
  • Princess_Sameen
    Princess_Sameen Posts: 284 Member
    I buy Promax Diet from maxi-muscle 38g protein 215Kcal 4g Fat 10g Carbs........it tastes really nice. The calories are based on you making it with water. I add 400ml Soya milk to get a grand total of 51g protein :)

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