Q:
I thought I saw you post what protein you use, but can’t find it. I remember a Pro Dessert Pudding, but I looked it up and it’s an actual pudding mix. So, if i’m going to go out and buy protein, because I just don’t eat enough of it, what is a good protein per serving suggestion?
Plus, I have stocked up on the following supplements: Multi-Vit., extra iron, Omega Blend (3,6,9) & CLA. What am I missing? How I miss the days of ephedrine Ripped Fuel. Haha, good way to get up in the morning!
A:
Great question! Yes, I posted about the protein I use, a while back. I absolutely LOVE my Pro Desserts. It is a pudding packet but I typically use it as a protein shake so I will use the packet and blend it with ice and water for a nice thick shake. Now mind you they can start to add up because each box of about 15 packets is around $35-$40 and they can go quick. I try to use these as my treat for the evenings when I just want something on the sweeter side. The Pro Desserts can be made thick so they are like a dessert, Hence “Pro Dessert”. They are also great to keep in your car for emergencies. All you do is a dd a little bit of water and eat it as a pudding. Even at hone, I use them as a pudding, ever so often. You use about 4 oz of water and mix before putting in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes. The longer it sits, the better! Okay so that is my little treat. Mind you, some people have tried them and are not fond of the flavor!! Can’t figure that out but everyone has their own taste buds, that’s for sure. As far as another protein that isn’t in packets, I have always used Metabolic Drive Lo Carb from Biotest. The only problem with this is that you have to order it online from their website or bodybuilding.com. I have yet to find another protein I like as much, as far as nutrient breakdown and taste! I have also used Champion Whey, and in an emergency, I grab the EAS protein from Costco! It is a great deal 5lbs for $20, can’t beat that. But it is not the same as my Pro Desserts or Biotest’s.
As far as per serving, It really varies but here is a baseline…
1 scoop–
no more than 130 cal/scoop
no more than 3g of fat/scoop (MAX)
about 20-25 g Protein/scoop
no more than 3g sugar/scoop (MAX)
no more than 3g carbs/scoop (MAX)
Of course you adjust your serving accordingly so if you have a protein powder that has 18g of carbs/scoop and your goal is about 30g/meal, you use more than a scoop. It also depends on what your dietary allowance is, adjust accordingly!
-note, watch out for cholesterol, as some protein powders are HIGH in cholesterol!
As far as your supplements, You are off to a great start!! Multi’s and Omega 3-6-9’s are essential and I would also add the following:
-GLUTAMINE
-BCAA’S
-BE SURE YOU HAVE ENOUGH CALCIUM IN MULTI OTHERWISE ADD CALCIUM
I CAN GO ON WITH MORE BUT REALLY THAT IS A GOOD BASELINE… FAT BURNERS AND OTHER SUPPLEMENTS SHOULD BE USED ONLY IF NEEDED AND DEPENDING ON WHAT YOUR GOALS ARE.
GREAT QUESTIONS!
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