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Whey protein supplement replacer?
I dont have the money til next payday for more whey protein (muscle Milk is the brand I use) and I want to continue to work out, Im told sugar water or lemonade will help with cooling and the soreness but is there a replacer for the protein itself as im ery happy with results the muscle milk has given me compared to without protein or even using other supplements... any help is appreciated thanks
I do not use whey as meal replacers (which is why I dont take full 2 scoops) I use it because it quickly digests after workouts which rushes protein to the damaged muscle and that aids in faster recovery and yields better results, it also aids in cooling the body after strenuous activity It is NOT a meal replacer, I maintain 5 meals a day in addition to protein. It is strictly a post work-out regimen. Eating meals no matter how high in protein will not replace protein as the average protein food takes 18 hrs to reach the small intestine (where nutrients begin being absorbed) and even longer for the muscle muscle and the goal of whey is to have it there at the muscle within 30 minutes.... Hope this yields better answers thanks...
@ Wei... I believe at the least you have some light reading ahead of you on this subject.... (with all due respect)
@ 1ohm whatever... no matter how good the nutrition of it, real food takes too long to reach the muscle post-workout... The goal is to have a product (whey) that is quick to digest and be processed by the body... Im lookin for an alternative to Whey in my workout program not an alternative workout program... Thanks
@ Eddiesays - I am not after the protein exactly, and regardless whether its 18 or 12 hours you have disproved your entire novel you sent me. After a workout a muscle has about a 30 minute window in which rushing proteins and amino acids is quite beneficial to decrease soreness and increase results. I know the propaganda and I know the marketing involved with protein shakes. I agree that I do not NEED the protein but I highly disagree with your opinion on their effectiveness as consuming protein post work-out DOES cool the body, reduce soreness, and yield more results (both as it reduces soreness and begins building the muscle up to 12 hours faster than conventional methods). Without this protein being rushed to the muscles you could not workout as often (reducing results) and when you do workout out the protein you get from processed nutrition is highly unlikely to be utilized in the muscle at the correct time. and yes you can only process so many grams of protein which is why I use
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- ?Lv 78 years agoFavorite Answer
Research "food transit time" and start getting some accurate information. For most people it takes less than 12 hours for food to completely pass from the mouth through the small intestine. The body can only beneficially absorb and process around 4 grams per hour for a maximum of 100 grams per day - regardless of the source. Protein from food combined with a complex carb extends absorption rate providing a more consistent supply.
Nobody needs a protein shake.
We get all the protein we need from a complete diet of fresh whole foods from all food groups.
There is a small window of time immediately after intense weightlifting, not cardiovascular exercise, where the severely damaged lean muscle tissue can use (not demand) extra protein.
Marketers have taken advantage of this information and convinced consumers they NEED protein meal replacements to increase muscle size. And they are making a boat load of money selling the concept. Muscle Milk tops the list.
Along the same lines the body uses more calories to digest protein than fats or carbohydrates. The total however is insignificant. 30 additional calories from a 100 grams of protein per day diet.
Marketers have seized this information and convinced consumers that protein supplements cause weight loss. Again making a ton of money,
Try a lean meat or tuna sandwich on whole wheat an hour before exercise. Again after. Any combination of lean protein and a complex carbohydrate to extend the absorption time. This gives the body a consistent supply of protein. Muscle repair, rest, and new tissue growth occur 24/7, not only right after exercise.
Many products promote all the amazing amino acids supplements contained along with creatine and L-arginine.
The same amino acids, creatine, and L-arginine are available in chicken, lean beef, and beans - most any protein rich food. Marketing technique.
A healthy complete diet and moderate exercise improve fitness, lower body fat percentage, and aid the development of new lean muscle tissue.
Luck.
- tullierLv 45 years ago
Good I rather would not advocate "replacing" a meal. Since you exercise lots, drink GNC whey protein powder after your workout. You would mix this with skim milk also. This will help restore your broken muscle tissues, however not only that but since you are ingesting with skim milk, you are consuming quite a lot of nutrients comparable to protein, calcium, and potassium. This is really good on your physique and helps produce more muscular tissues. Hoped this helped
- 8 years ago
Focus on getting nutrition from real whole foods. Don't be dependant on whey. Whey will not get you bigger, it is just a convenient source of protein.
