Protein Powder Rules For The Skinny Dude
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Protein Powder Rules
You probably have heard about protein powder if you are a skinny guy, and or if you are interested in starting a fitness program. But you might wonder if you really need protein powder, and if it works like everybody says that it does. You certainly will want to know what kind you should buy, because there are so many of them out there. The bottom line is, you’ll want to know if you buy a protein powder, will it get you diesled up, and get you the honies chasing after you?
If you have had any of these concerns, sit back and keep reading on. I’m going to let you know the scoop about those scoops of protein powder. You are going to become a protein powder guru when you finish reading this. You’ll strut into that nutrition store to buy your protein powder. You won’t look like a lost tourist, just waiting to be mislead into buying the wrong product by a commission hungry sales person.
Do you really need this?
The short answer is that its not a hard and fast rule to use the protein powder, but tryto ge4t 400 grams of protein from your normal diet. If you are eating less than 200 grams of protein a day, then I say go with the protein powder.
Having said this, know that these powders, and other meal replacements are going to cost more than regular food. Having said that, one needs supplementation along with diet to realized their goals. So what I feel is that the main focus of anyone’s plan should be food.
With regards to food protein sources, you should be eating lean meat, poultry, fish, and eggs. But sometimes this isn’t always the easiest, or the most practical thing to do. If you have to go with protein shakes, keep it at a max of 3 shakes a day. Even then, 3 of these might be too much. The key is to create a healthy balance of eating whole food, and the protein supplements, such as a meal replacement shake. While protein shakes are convenient, they don’t take the place of wholesome food sources.
Are these powders healthy, and do they really work?
I get daily emails with this question. The short answer is yes, they really do work. The protein in these shakes produce amino acids. Amino acids perform functions in the body such as building muscle, especially when paired with diet and exercise. It also keeps your skin, nails, and hair healthy.
It gives the immune system a boost. It also supports healthy red blood cells production. However, you need to also make sure that your protein powder isn’t filled with additives, such as aspartame, fructose, saccharin, and artificial colors. The fact is that a lot of protein powders on the market are filled with addititves that make these very unhealthy. So, you need to be on the lookout for protein powders that include as few additives as possible, or that are all natural. Artificial sweeteners and other chemicals aren’t going to create a healthy body chemistry for building muscle.
Another thing to lookout for, is protein powders made with refined carbs, such as brown rice syrup, sucrose, or fructose. Make sure that the manufacturer is reputable, and that this company cares about the health of its patrons. There are companies that produce inferior products just to make a quick buck. So do you research on the Internet.
Then you can make an educated decision. Make sure that when you narrow in on a protein to buy, make sure that it’s easy to mix. But be aware that some of the more healthier options might not taste as well as the cheaper options. This is because once the chemicals are stripped away, the taste will be different, or it will be tasteless.
How much powder should I be drinking
This depends upon how much protein that you need to reach your goals. In general, I recommend at least 1 to 1.5 grams of protein per pound of lean body mass. This means that if you are 150 pounds and 10% body fat (150 x 0.10 = 15 lbs of fat leaving 135 lbs of lean mass), you will require at least 135 to approximately 205 grams of protein per day. I say that you should be drinking these during pre and post workout, along with times during your workout. I don’t recommend you drinking these for more than two meals a day. Here’s an example of what you can do:
Meal 1 (breakfast) – whole food
Meal 2 (mid morning) – liquid protein meal
Meal 3 (lunch) – whole food
Meal 4 (mid afternoon) whole food
Meal 5 (pre and post workout) liquid protein meal
Meal 6 (dinner) whole food
Meal 7 (before bed) whole food
What types of powders should I use?
Here’s a look at the various protein sources out there:
SOY PROTEIN Powder is the most controversial of all protein types. While the soy groupies have gone to great lengths to label soy as a super food with magical effects, there is also a good amount of research that suggests soy protein may be contraindicated in many situations.
BECAUSE OF ALL THE CONFUSION, IN MY PERSONAL OPINION, I SUGGEST AVOIDING SOY PROTEIN ALTOGETHER AND STICKING TO THE OTHER TYPES LISTED.
WHEY SOURCE PROTEIN makes up 20% of total milk protein. Whey is recognized for its excellent amino acid profile, high cysteine content, rapid digestion, and interesting variety of peptides. Since it is very quickly digested the best time to consume it is before your workout, during your workout or immediately after your workout. These would be considered the phase in the day where you need energy the most and when your body is in anabolic state.
CASEIN SOURCED PROTEIN makes up 80% of total milk protein. Casein is recognized for its excellent amino acid profile, slow digestive nature, and interesting variety of peptides. Since casein is slowly digested into your bloodstream, don’t use it during workouts or after workouts – you need a fast absorbing protein at these times. Instead, use a casein protein for all other times outside the pre and post workout window.
Then there are the protein blends, which blend together a variety of protein sources. You might like this, because it will enable you to take advantage of the variety of protein sources, and how they affect your body.
So, now you know some basics about protein powder. You can go into the store with confidence in the future, and not get taken advantage of by the store clerk.
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