I've heard many different things about protein. Some people say you can't digest more then 30 grams of protein a day. Other people say get at least 1 gram for every pound you weigh. Other people say something different entirely? Do I buy the protein powder/shakes or just eat lots of eggs, peanut butter, fish and meat? What should I do. I've been working out seriously for about 6 months now, although on and off I've been lifting for about 4 years. I see huge results, but I wonder if I could get even better results or am I just being greedy. I eat lots of meat and peanut butter with some eggs in my diet. How does that sound?
2006-08-18 17:35:53 · 5 answers · asked by nickp 4 in Health ➔ Diet & Fitness
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2006-08-18 17:40:25 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
No matter how much you work out, you really don't need more than about 8 ounces of protein a day, and eating more will not help you see better results. Fish and chicken are lower in cholesterol than eggs and red meat, but if you don't have a problem with cholesterol or triglycerides, red meat and eggs are OK too as part of a balanced diet. Non meat products (soy, nuts, and dairy) can also be substituted.
2006-08-18 17:58:43 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
your body will digest all the protein u eat in a day not just 30 grams. aim for at least 1 gram per lb of weight for protein and 2-3 grams of carbs ( depending on metabolism ). if your building muscle now than just keep your diet the same. if it aint broke than u cant fix it. when u stop growing add 300-500 cals a day for 6 weeks. if that kick starts growth again than stay there. continue this process for as long as u lift. make sure that your only gaining muscle and not fat. any more than 1-2 lbs a month is probably fat. stick w/ whole foods like chicken,fish,eggs,milk,cottage cheese,red meat,oatmeal,brown rice,red potatoes,whole wheat bread. stay away from supplements if your already growing and u if try them stick w/ the basics like whey protein,creatine,glutamine,arginine,multivitamins. and dont abuse them. there only safe if u take them properly.
2006-08-18 18:32:30 · answer #3 · answered by matt7282a 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2015-08-23 03:20:09 · answer #4 · answered by ? 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
eat lots of fruits and vegetables
2016-04-10 09:03:22 · answer #5 · answered by ? 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋