You Gotta Get the Protein
If you’re going to gain muscle, and even if you’re going to lose weight….in fact, just to be healthy you need to make sure that you’re getting enough protein in your diet. Then the question always comes up of “What type of protein is best for me?” Great question! Rather than going through all the details in this post, here is a protein supplement guide that you might want to check out if you have this question.
As a side note, you might have these questions on other supplements as well. Here’s another article you might want to check out about the top 7 bodybuilding supplements. This site gives some pretty good info on many different supplements.
Another question that comes up a lot about protein is, “What is the best way to get protein? Should I get it through supplements or can I just eat enough regular food?” Well, this is a difficult question to answer, because there are so many things you need to consider for yourself. While there are a lot of high protein foods out there, it is very difficult for most of us to get in enough meals to make that a plausible idea. That’s where supplements come in. Just keep in mind that supplements are meant to be supplements! They aren’t there to replace eating regular foods entirely, but to help you reach your goals by giving you what you might not be able to get from regular foods.
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Yes protein is very important and there are many sources. I believe that most people are very low in protein intake and are taking in far too many carbs.
I have found in the past that a lot of bad eating will not affect me as long as I am eating the right foods as well and keeping my muscle level high by doing a lot of weight training.
I understand what you’re saying, but you should really aim to get the majority of protein out of whole foods rather than supplements. I have around 2 shakes on a workout day, and 1 on a non-workout day. One in the morning upon waking, and one post workout with some simple carbs.
The rest of my protein comes from milk, eggs, chicken, beef etc.
Thank you for the great information on protein diet. I have heard a lot that high protein diet will cause liver and kidney damages. Would you mind to tell us how can we prevent this from happenning?
Thank you,
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I don’t think the average American has a problem getting enough protein. I think it’s rare to see protein malnutrition in this country. Now, getting enough protein for body building is a different story. I think you must supplement in order to reach a high level of muscle mass. Thanks for the post!
it’s importent not to concume too much protein. Only 30% of your calories should come from proteins.
I’m just getting a bit more into muscle building, after several half-attempts in the past. My problem is that I’m naturally quite skinny and find it difficult to put on a lot of weight. I can easily out-eat most of my friends who are 2 or 3 stones heavier than me, so that isn’t the problem. Thanks for this post, I think I’m going to have to try giving supplements a go to see if I can build more muscle mass.
For building muscle, your body needs clean fats, lean meats, and whole grains, fruits, and vegetables. When you’re cutting or just maintaining the muscle, the body needs less carbs and more lean protein and clean fats. Simple as that.
yes, i have to take some protein, thanks
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for health. Protein can also be used to gain weight and the best way to get it is through the combination of both supplements and eating regular food.
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My favorite ways of getting enough protein are firstly yoghurt, which is so easy to prepare, just have them with blueberries. My other favorite is protein powder, and you can even mix this into the yoghurt - quite delicious! Whey powder is good, as is pea powder (both complete proteins).
I agreem protein is a very useful thing however other people think that steroids and protein is the same thing. My girlfriend has stolen my whey protein and threw it away .
Getting your protein through natural aliments is always best but let’s face it it’s not always possible nor convenient.
I prefer using muscle milk protein. I however stay away from the premade drinks. My friend got sick from them.
i try to eat a lot of protein in my diet.
a good serving of chicken, fish, tuna,
or lean, lean turkey or ground beef is usually good for me.
protein a lot of times comes with a lot of fat,
and that is where it is not good,
but with lean meat, you can’t go wrong.
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One error that almost everybody in gyms has already commited is to relate protein quantity with muscles, without realizing how these concepts are related.
For instance, there are people that ingere daily more than 200 grams of protein. If we consider that a normal bodybuilder can metabolize not more than 150 g daily, the excedent will surely be transformed to fat.
Other error is to consume protein only once or twice a day. Protein should be ingested several times a day, to avoid peaks and depressions in protein level.
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You definitely need protein. Thats usually the favorite part of my diet anyways.
My favorite way to get protein to snacks and breakfast is with yogurt. Yogurt is rich in probiotics and also is low GI, and has recently been shown to help with fat loss (in combination with exercise). I like the pot set yogurts that have more probiotics and taste a lot better as well. And low GI foods (such as protein rich foods) have been shown to cause less oxidation, including for the skin and collagen, which means younger looking skin and less signs of skin aging as well.
Really if you are going to work out hard whether for muscle or cardio benefits you need the protein. It allows even a long distance runner who wants to remain thin the ability to repair their muscles.
You need about a gram of protein per lb of lean body weight for buidling muscle.
Last fall, I went through a 12 week program to get fit and loose weight. An increase in protein was one of the many changes I made to my diet. I felt quite a bit better as a result. I recommend the use of protein and protein supplements when trying to loose weight or eat smart!- Nate
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I agreed with comment that should not consume too much protein. We should focus on more fiber and vegetables rather than protein.
We also need to choice vegetable protein rather than animal protein. Animal protein is high in sulfur-containing amino acids which is bad to our health.
Protein is truly an essential part of our growth and development. It repairs our body’s worn out cells and tissues and make new ones. It also plays a major part in pregnancy. It helped me a lot on my diet program. Protein keeps our body going. Some are privileged enough to consume a lot of protein in their daily diets but for those who are deprived for some reasons, their bodily functions are really affected. But we should also be reminded that consuming large amounts of protein sources such as meat might lead to a high cholesterol level and may also affect our kidneys. The recommended servings vary among age groups so it would be best to consult your physician about it. There are thousands of protein sources out there that makes it easy access. Thanks and more power!
Protein supplementation should only be used only after whole foods…i.e. as a supplement.
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This is really very important for all those who even want to lose weight. many people feel that proteins are for people who want to build their body and not for people who want to lose weight. But intake of proteins will help people to build muscle mass and will in turn reduce the fat because it converts the fat to muscle mass
important information for all especially when so many people across the globe are getting health conscious
Food supplements are usually abused by a lot of people thinking it is a replacement of the real food that they intake. Your post about it enlightens them about this.
Remember all protein is not created equal. There are different types to take at different times of the day. Such as straight Casein or milk protein should be taken at night since it is carb free and slow digesting. While you only want a fast digesting whey protein powder after your workout.
Top Quality protein info. Have to remember to eat the real food too and not rely soley on supplements.
nice post.very useful information.protein is very important.thanks for the post.
great website.very useful.Protein keeps our body going.thanks and more power.
I never paid my attention on supplements before. I am considering to try some supplements.
Protein is very important. Too many people base their intake on the “recommended amount” set by the government.
it’s nice website.protein is very important for everyone.i think, your information usefully for me.thanks for information.
Supplements are what? I see the need for protein to build new cells but don;t I get enough supplements in my multi-vitamin?
It’s good to keep a healthy body and live a healthy lifestyle. In effect, it makes us feel good about ourselves.
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I prefer using muscle milk protein. I however stay away from the premade drinks. My friend got sick from them.
I am getting up early every morning to go weight lifting and I would like to make sure that I am doing everything efficiently. I want to start using a protein supplement to build muscle but I don’t know if I should take it before or after the work out. Is it best to use a protein shake? What kind and brand is the best value? I need some good detailed advice.
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it is very important to getting enough protein while gaining muscles. I had been using protein pills to ensure.
I never follow fitness, because at my town it’s so expensive. But, almost every afternoon I’m jogging at airport, maybe about 3 kilometers.
How to count how much protein i need every day? because sometimes I feel sich at my foot, maybe loss of protein.
Beside egg and meat, what good resourcess for natural protein?
thanks
regards
I don’t think a lot of people realize that they are not getting enough protein. If you are losing weight and not getting enough protein, you might become a skinny fat person.
I respectfully disagree with homeowners insurance I think most people eat enough fish and other foods that are high in protein that they actually have enough protein in their diet.
Thank for the article, even though I prefer natural sourses of protein, supplements are acceptable as long as they are not harmful for your health.
Well I think its true , thanks for the article though !
i do not mind taking supplements…I don’t get what I need for my joints with the food
Proteins are good…But i gave up supplements since I started treatment with tadalafil
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Dan, you are right about Protein. Thats one component that is most required for any weight training program. Great posting.
Supplements are what? I see the need for protein to build new cells but don;t I get enough supplements in my multi-vitamin?
i think that getting protein fron natural sources is better than any other source and supplements
thank u for this useful article .. but i think protein is much better from natural sources
I use weight gainer for protein, af trainging, nice post
Its very important to drink a lot of water if youre going to supplement with protein. Too much protein can be hard on your organs.
i agree that protein is a very important part of building muscle but people should also try to work out how much they actually need for their body size so that they arent getting too much. a good muscle diet goes a long way when trying to put on muscle
My favorite ways of getting enough protein are firstly yoghurt, which is so easy to prepare, just have them with blueberries. My other favorite is protein powder, and you can even mix this into the yoghurt - quite delicious! Whey powder is good, as is pea powder (both complete proteins).
Thank for the article, even though I prefer natural sourses of protein, supplements are acceptable as long as they are not harmful for your health.
They say that 85% of a weight training program is what you eat.
milk gives the more protien and good vitamin, pregnent women should take the milk at the time of the pregnency. it is realy good for the child birth.
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As I am thinking about my body as well, it was interesting and useful to read your post. Thank you for sharing this information.
Milk is good for health and milk have more proteins compare to other foods. protein is necessary for the human body,because it generates all amino acids which is useful for fuels metabolism.
Nothing beats a well balanced diet. That being said if you work out you need extra protein if rebuild ripped muscle. I use Twinlabs Amino Fuel. Its an Anobolic liquid which is absorbed easier and faster into your system.
Protein is such an important part of our bodies that it pays to take it seriously. We need the right amount and the correct kinds of protein.
Protein is the most important aspect of building muscles. personally, i consume 3g of protein for each kg of my weight every day. It helps to raise muscle mass.
Thanks for sharing a great info here. Yes protein is very important and there are many sources.
I like post very much as it contain the benefits of taking proteins. Tis is such an important topic throwing light on the benefits of taking proteins and vitamin supplement. I do agree with the author that Protein is very important for our body. Proteins are essential to the structure and function of all living cells and viruses. It is used to make enzymes, hormones, and other body chemicals. Protein is an important building block of bones, muscles, cartilage, skin, and blood.
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i definitely agree with you, that’s why i have a doze of Protein Pills but my husband always laugh on me when i buy it at drugs store. He said that it is not necessary to eat protein pills because i always cook a meat at breakfast time, then i said it’s not enough for our body.
All skin related and fitness related problems are solely caused by lack of nourishments and bad diets. It is time that we switched over to healthy diets to keep up our fitness levels.
That’s true.People who want to be stronger or build muscle really need the protein.So a good diet can help a lot.Fitness is a long time job
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Thank for the article, even though I prefer natural sourses of protein.
It’s safe!
I’m a personal trainer and i agree protein is an important fcator in a good msucle gain diet however so are the other main food groups such as carbohydrates, fats and water intake even. Without the correct levels of each of these groups muscle gain with be harder still.
The main expertise i have is in the muscle gain dieting that people go through. Make sure you are eating at least 5/6 meals a day to keep your body in the anabolic (tissue building) stage, obviously with the right food groups but from what you have listed your on the right track. The other main thing is to keep a food diary and make sure your caloric intake is much higher than expenditure, to ensure weight gain.
Thank for the article, even though I prefer natural sourses of protein, supplements are acceptable as long as they are not harmful for your health.
This is an interesting subject, as many people often debate (when talking about building muscle mass) about whether protein is overrated or do we really need an excessive amount, along with the natural foods vs. supplements issue. I think more attention should go towards the quality of the protein we ingest and the timing in which it is consumed and/or spread out throughout the day.
Protein is so important to grow muscles. I have a couple of friends who struggled with muscle development when they first switched over to a vegetarian diet. If you are going to cut out animal proteins, just remember that it is very important to make sure you get plenty of protein from another source, such as lentils or tofu. Your muscles really do crave the proteins!
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you are right about protein. I also tried this for a few month and noticed I felt better with more energy and I eat all the time, like 6 or 7 times a day. If I have cake, I won’t mix protein with carbs and drink plenty of water.
I think one protein a shake a day in combination with a post work out protein shake works well.
I won’t mix protein with carbs and drink plenty of water.
a post work out protein shake works well.
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Protein is a very important part of the diet. This is particularly true if you are exercising daily. Too many people cut protein back drastically in their diet in an effort to be healthy. Instead of cutting it out, just make sure you are getting lean proteins. You will feel much more energetic.
As usual, your info and thoughts are organized, good article.
Protein shake’s are good espacially after the fitness. Don’t forget to not use it before the training, it slos your sysytem down while training.
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Protein is important. This make our stamina be ok.
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Protein is essential - for men at least. I would just eat nice lean proteins if I was just trying to drop the pounds but maintain muscle mass but if my goal was body mass I would add some protein supplements for that extra edge. Great article by the way and kudos for keeping it real!
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Thanks for sharing, i dont mix carb with proteins
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A really fantastic article which goes into the power of high protein food stuff when it comes to achieving results. Beginners usually rush into weight training without proper food intake which even leads to 0 or adverse results.You can check out this other site which focuses on a complete system on how to grow muscle fast which is a bit different but a good start for beginners:Build muscle fast. Overall, a quite informative post !
I have checked the 7 bodybuilding supplements, but I want to know if they are all good because I don’t feel good taking so many.
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constant intake throughout the day is needed for maximum benefits, also different protein sources have different bio availability so some are better at certain times of the day than others, whey for example is ideal pre and post workout as it is released quickest into the body when its needed the most, casein (protein found in cheese) is good morning and night as it has a slower release, so this will ensure constant supply of protein during sleep and start of the day.
I agree protein is the most essential for building muscle. While I was doing p90x I at about 1g of protein for every pound for body weight. I noticed the more protein I ate the better my exercise was.
Well protein is helpful for body building but at the same time one should check with the Trainer how much they require. I have seen people just eating it for the sake of it and bulking up which is just wrong.
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How much protein is in the average protein drink compared to milk?
Great Article! I feel eating a balance of healthy foods that contain carbohydrate, protein, and fat every day will help your blood glucose stay in balance and keep your weight where you want it to be. Choosing a healthy weight losing plan is the best way to go.
High protein foods could increase the muscle of your body, but you should also lose weight, to do physical training continuously.
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It’s all about the Protein! But there also needs to be a balance. Making sure to eat the right kind of foods is important in weight loss and also to help raise metabolism.
Another question that comes up a lot about protein is, “What is the best way to get protein? Should I get it through supplements or can I just eat enough regular food
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I am doing body building these days. I follow some instructions that I found on the internet, and the result is very good. I will try to follow your information.
Protein is essential for muscle building as well as muscle recovery.
I have read quite a few blogs about the do/do not’s about protein and it seems that there are a awful lot of conflicting views out there. But this is still good advice if you ask me. And I should know being a nutrition expert!
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You can eat enough regular food. However, post workout in a depleted state your muscles are in need of protein and carbs and this is the time to get that protein quickly. A post workout protein shake is quickly assimilated and better than solid food at this point as the solid food must be digested. as a personal trainer I require all my clients do a post workout protein shake.
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You definitely need protein. Thats usually the favorite part of my diet anyways.
Interesting article on protein. Certainly made me think.
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i take 3 time in a day, Protein is truly an essential part of our growth and development. It repairs our body’s worn out cells and tissues and make new ones
I am not a fan of supplements; I think a good diet will yield the desired effects within natural boundaries. Eating foods that are high in protein should do the thing. You can choose your snacks to be high in protein too. For example if you buy caviar, one tin will be enough for a nice snack between meals, and caviar is known to contain high levels of nutrients, protein and essential fatty acids. You can also order it from the internet (from www.1caviar.com for example) if your local supermarket doesn’t have real caviar on offer (beware of the substitutes, which are not real fish eggs!)
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I think a good diet will yield the desired effects within natural boundaries. Eating foods that are high in protein should do the thing. You can choose your snacks to be high in protein too.
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I think a good diet will yield the desired effects within natural boundaries. Eating foods that are high in protein should do the thing. You can choose your snacks to be high in protein too. For example if you buy caviar, one tin will be enough for a nice snack between meals, and caviar is known to contain high levels of nutrients, protein and essential fatty acids.
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