Protein Powders

[pooks]

There are so many protein powders around. What's your favorite?

Years ago -- fifteen, maybe longer? -- we bought some sort of protein powder that was made by Shaklee. If I recall correctly, it was butterscotch flavored and the sales rep told us you could mix it with milk, water or anything, but his favorite was to mix it with orange juice. As odd as that sounds, it was really great. They don't seem to make it any more, though.

I haven't bought protein powder in a long time, but I'd like to try some again, but I don't know where to begin.

[Bikingmomof3]

I use GNC's 100% whey protein powder in either chocolate or french vanilla.

[Tiffanie]

I use this one:



We like their chocolate and vanilla. I've been wanting to venture out and try other flavors but I don't want to buy a big tub and possibly end up not liking it.

[Kitsune06]

I know! They should be like the Spirutein, and come in tiny 1x packs to try 'em, then you can make the commitment and buy 5lbs. =D

I like anything that has a lot of vitamins and minerals with it; I tend to forget my multivites in the morning, so putting a scoop or two on my cereal is a workable replacement.

No brands for you, though, but I'm really liking whey protein. I think it mixes better than soy, but it might be a matter of the brands, too.

[Tiffanie]

I know! They should be like the Spirutein, and come in tiny 1x packs to try 'em, then you can make the commitment and buy 5lbs. =D
I like anything that has a lot of vitamins and minerals with it; I tend to forget my multivites in the morning, so putting a scoop or two on my cereal is a workable replacement.

No brands for you, though, but I'm really liking whey protein. I think it mixes better than soy, but it might be a matter of the brands, too.

EXACTLY

The only trial size packs I've found around here are actual MRP's and I don't want that - just the protein, dangit!

[emily_in_nc]

I like Vitamin World's house brand of vanilla whey protein. I would like to try chocolate, but the vanilla is so versatile for smoothies with fruit and such, and I even put it on my cereal (along with milk), and I can't think of nearly as much to do with the chocolate so have not bought it.

Emily

[Dogmama]

There are so many protein powders around. What's your favorite?

Years ago -- fifteen, maybe longer? -- we bought some sort of protein powder that was made by Shaklee. If I recall correctly, it was butterscotch flavored and the sales rep told us you could mix it with milk, water or anything, but his favorite was to mix it with orange juice. As odd as that sounds, it was really great. They don't seem to make it any more, though.

I haven't bought protein powder in a long time, but I'd like to try some again, but I don't know where to begin.

Pooks, what do you want a protein powder for? I ask because whey is quicker acting, so if you're looking for a post workout drink, that would be best. If you want something more slow acting, you want a protein drink with casein added. Some protein powders have both. I look for the most protein for the least calories.

MetRx has transfats and does not mix well, so I would avoid that. Designer is good.

[han-grrl]

Ok...

so why do you feel you need a protein powder supplement?

Most people eat TOO much protein. The rule of thumb is roughly - two servings of dairy foods, and two servings of "meaty" foods per day should give you what you need. even if you are strength training, you don't need all that extra protein. its just hard on the kidneys.

servings are 1 cup of milk, 1/2-3/4 cup of yogurt or cottage cheese (depending on the type), a deck of card sized chicken breast, fish fillet, or steak, 1 cup of beans, and about 100 grams of tofu (but again depends on fat content).

my two cents

H