Proteins are essential nutrients for the human body
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Protein: How much is too much?
I'm currently taking in 100 grams a day of protien via whey powder. I used to take 250 grams when I was training. I've read that you should intake 1 gram per pound of body weight you have when ...
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What is the most effective plan to get abs?
Studies:
Show the "bicycle" was the most effective exercise.
Shorter weighted ab exercises are greater than longer repetitive ab workouts.
Need to know:
Is it helpful that a certain percent of ...
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Effect of protein intake on muscle recovery
"Protein shakes" and other high-protein dietary strategies are believed by some to improve muscle recovery times after workouts. However, there is some opinion to the contrary: that protein intake ...
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How to get enough Protein as a vegetarian? [closed]
Is is possible to take on enough protein to build muscle whilst eating a vegetarian diet?
Many sources of proteins such as meat, poultry and fish are obviously ruled out.
Do you have experience of ...
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Why is there an emphasis on consuming protein for muscle repair and gain?
I've heard it explained before but I still don't understand why there is such an emphasis on consuming lots of protein. My trainers say I should consume 1 gram of protein per body weight (and then ...
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Is there a maximum amount of protein the human body can absorb a day?
Assuming I workout on a regular basis and I'm in constant need for protein for recovery.
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What's the difference between Whey Isolate and Whey Concentrate in shakes?
What's the difference? I'm looking at shake options and some contain whey isolate, some contain whey concentrate and some both.
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Taking protein right before the workout
The label of one protein supplement suggests to have a shake before the workout and one after. I understand having a couple of protein shakes during the day after the workout, but is there any actual ...
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At what point during my weekly routine should I be consuming extra protein
I go through a bi-weekly exercise program that includes long distance running, sprints, front crawl, upper body compound exercise and stretching. I would think my metabolism and protein needs varies ...
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Hay diet's effectiveness
Does the Hay diet (essentially not mixing protein based food with carbohydrate based foods in the same meal) actually produce good results? Are such restrictions unhealthy or excessive?
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Foods with optimal amino acid profile? [closed]
The Wikipedia article for complete protein has the following table that lists the optimal profile of the essential amino acids:
Essential Amino Acid | mg/g of Protein
Tryptophan | 7
Threonine | 27
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P90X Protein Portions
So in the P90X meal plan, it says you can substitute 1/3 cup of protein powder for a protein serving.
Now, the serving size of most (if not all) whey proteins is 28.5 g - or one scoop. Basically, one ...
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Calories to grams
I am trying to work out how much fat, carbs, and protein I should be consuming daily based on my BMR which is around 2025 calories. Apparently you're supposed to have 500 calories less than your BMR ...
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Should I eat before a workout or just during the day
I've heard several theories regarding when you should eat, especially protein.
Eat carbs before a workout and protein in a "window" of 30mins after a workout.
Eat through the day. so that in the end ...
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Protein mix - How long can it sit?
How long will a protein mix last before it isn't any good? Should I always mix it as soon as I want to drink it or can I pre mix a few bottles then store them in the fridge? I'm talking about using ...
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eat raw egg yolk without boiling or cooking [closed]
I have read that raw egg is very good source of protein but the yolk is rich in fat and cholesterol, is it good to drink the whole of it if I am looking for protein rich food?
