Sports Nutritionist

[arielmoon]

Actually I rarely see a protein powder (as opposed to meal replacement drinks) that's sweetened.

Brands I've used:

Nutiva hemp protein (with or without added fiber)
Nutribiotic rice protein
Peaceful Planet rice protein powder (can't find a label online...)

I am stalking you OakLeaf!

I am vegan and since I eat a good deal of soy products (Mostly tofu and soy cheeses) I wanted other sources of protein powder. I have tried Hemp and I like that in my THRIVE receipe pancakes but I really like Olympian Labs Pea Protein.

Also, I drink Tru-Food Vegan and get 24g of protein per serving. It has a mixed source of protein including pea and hemp. Tru-Food Vegan is alkaline-forming, made with 70% organic ingredients, and is free of most common allergens (such as milk, soy, wheat, gluten). It also provides complete protein and is an excellent source of antioxidants. Omega-3 fatty acids, probiotics, digestive enzymes, and dietary fiber.

It is rather thick though if you dont like that.

[OakLeaf]

Here's what I was thinking of the other day: Garden of Life Raw Protein. It's not cheap, but I was really impressed with the ingredients. I brought some home today. It's powdery, a little chalky, tastes pretty much like pea protein but blends a bit easier. Will see how I feel in a few hours.

[colby]

Hey Kacie,

It's been a couple weeks since your first visit - how are you feeling now?

I'm thinking of finding a good sports nutritionist, too, it's encouraging to see someone succeeding. More than a coach, I think I need a nutritionist. I don't really eat crap, I think my problem is that I don't eat enough of the right stuff or eat often enough. Need some help to solve this problem.

[Possegal]

I'm thinking of finding a good sports nutritionist, too, it's encouraging to see someone succeeding. More than a coach, I think I need a nutritionist. I don't really eat crap, I think my problem is that I don't eat enough of the right stuff or eat often enough. Need some help to solve this problem.

I'm right there with you! I'm hoping to find one as well. I'm meeting with a trainer tomorrow, which I also need. But then I'm hoping he can recommend a good sports nutritionist.

[bikerHen]

Hey Kacie,

It's been a couple weeks since your first visit - how are you feeling now?

I'm thinking of finding a good sports nutritionist, too, it's encouraging to see someone succeeding. More than a coach, I think I need a nutritionist. I don't really eat crap, I think my problem is that I don't eat enough of the right stuff or eat often enough. Need some help to solve this problem.

Hey Colby, If you find a good one let me know. I've been looking around but haven't had much luck. bikerHen

[colby]

Hey Colby, If you find a good one let me know. I've been looking around but haven't had much luck. bikerHen

Here I was hoping you'd come with a recommendation

A friend of mine and I checked out the metabolic institute but didn't get much past calling and getting a feel for their services. They seemed disorganized and uninterested in helping or making recommendations over the phone (it was all pretty matter of fact - we were going for more like "this is what we want, can you do that, and in what order, and how much would it cost" but just got "these are the services we offer, call back if you want an appointment"). Could just be the office staff, but it would take personal recommendations from others for me to get beyond that.

Haven't shopped around beyond that. I know of nutritionist services elsewhere that are, well, for people who want to go on a diet and discuss vitamins and supplements, not people who want the sports nutrition angle. I don't really want to be someone's experiment.

I'll be sure to post again if I get any farther.

[bikerHen]

Colby, I wouldn't recommend the metabolic institute. I tried them a few years back. Not real helpful in the nutrition department. PM me if you want more details. bikerHen

[Pedal Wench]

Kacie, Skini-M and Denny (and anyone else in Atlanta!)

We're hosting a nutrition clinic tomorrow night -- I'll be there, and maybe y'all can make it!

Sorella Nutrition Clinic
Nutrition for Training, Racing and Recovering
Tuesday, February 23, 2010
6:30-7:30pm


Sorella will be hosting a clinic on nutrition for cycling by Namrita Kumar O’Dea, MS, RD, LD on Tuesday evening, February 23, from 6:30-7:30pm

Location: We will meet in Namrita’s office which is in the same building as the new location of Georgia Sports Chiropractic. Here is a map and address: http://georgiasportschiropractic.com/directions.htm

There is a parking garage on the corner of West Peachtree and 4th St. Bring your parking ticket in with you and you can get it stamped at the office.

For more information about Namrita, see her bio at: http://www.namritaodea.com/bio.html


Information about her company is available at: http://www.55nine.com/nutrition.html

[kacie tri-ing]

Pedal! Thanks! I have a cycling class then, otherwise, I would come! Enjoy, and tell us what you learn!

Colby--it has been going really well. I feel like I have been learning a TON! My weight dropped really fast in the beginning, and then it has bounced around (up and down). More importantly, I have had more energy and felt less hungry all of the time! I have shifted to eating 5-8 times a day, every 2-3 hours, TONS more protein, and really thinking about my sports nutrition. I am going to go back for my third visit soon. It is also really nice to have someone to ask questions and call when I feel confused (or frustrated or excited!).

I like having someone local, but I really like seeing someone face to face when working on my training!

[vness]

Hmmm...I've thought about expanding to some responsible meat, but I just can't do it. I am eating breakfast smoothies now with protein powder, and then a couple hours later greek yogurt (15g of protein and no fat!), and I have been making home made protein bars (which are yummy!)

Hi... did you ever post your protein bar recipe? Would love to try it.
thanks
namaste,
v

[kacie tri-ing]

Hi... did you ever post your protein bar recipe? Would love to try it.
thanks
namaste,
v

You are right! I didn't! Here it is!
Ingredients

* 4 ounces soy protein powder, approximately 1 cup
* 2 1/4 ounces oat bran, approximately 1/2 cup
* 2 3/4 ounces whole-wheat flour, approximately 1/2 cup
* 3/4-ounce wheat germ, approximately 1/4 cup
* 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
* 1 and 1/2 cup dried fruit
* 1 (12.3-ounce) package soft silken tofu
* 1/2 cup unfiltered apple juice
* 4 ounces dark brown sugar, approximately 1/2 cup packed
* 2 large whole eggs, beaten
* 2/3 cup natural peanut butter
* Canola oil, for pan

Directions

Line the bottom of a 13 by 9-inch glass baking dish with parchment paper and lightly coat with canola oil. Set aside. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.

In a large mixing bowl, combine the protein powder, oat bran, wheat flour, wheat germ, and salt. Set aside.

Coarsely chop the raisins, dried cherries, blueberries and apricots and place in a small bowl and set aside.

In a third mixing bowl, whisk the tofu until smooth. Add the apple juice, brown sugar, eggs, and peanut butter, 1 at a time, and whisk to combine after each addition. Add this to the protein powder mixture and stir well to combine. Fold in the dried fruit. Spread evenly in the prepared baking dish and bake in the oven for 35 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 205 degrees F. Remove from the oven and cool completely before cutting into squares. Cut into squares and store in an airtight container for up to a week.

Now, here are my variations--
I have done chocolate whey powder and cherries for the fruit (this is DH's favorite).

I have used vanilla whey with cashew butter and dried blueberries and apples (might be my favorite!).

Then I want to try strawberry whey with blueberries and almond butter.

I have also started substituting splenda for the brown sugar.

Once I have the ingredients just sitting around, it's really easy!

[vness]

You are right! I didn't! Here it is!
Ingredients

* 4 ounces soy protein powder, approximately 1 cup
* 2 1/4 ounces oat bran, approximately 1/2 cup
* 2 3/4 ounces whole-wheat flour, approximately 1/2 cup
* 3/4-ounce wheat germ, approximately 1/4 cup
* 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
* 1 and 1/2 cup dried fruit
* 1 (12.3-ounce) package soft silken tofu
* 1/2 cup unfiltered apple juice
* 4 ounces dark brown sugar, approximately 1/2 cup packed
* 2 large whole eggs, beaten
* 2/3 cup natural peanut butter
* Canola oil, for pan

Directions

Line the bottom of a 13 by 9-inch glass baking dish with parchment paper and lightly coat with canola oil. Set aside. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.

In a large mixing bowl, combine the protein powder, oat bran, wheat flour, wheat germ, and salt. Set aside.

Coarsely chop the raisins, dried cherries, blueberries and apricots and place in a small bowl and set aside.

In a third mixing bowl, whisk the tofu until smooth. Add the apple juice, brown sugar, eggs, and peanut butter, 1 at a time, and whisk to combine after each addition. Add this to the protein powder mixture and stir well to combine. Fold in the dried fruit. Spread evenly in the prepared baking dish and bake in the oven for 35 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 205 degrees F. Remove from the oven and cool completely before cutting into squares. Cut into squares and store in an airtight container for up to a week.

Now, here are my variations--
I have done chocolate whey powder and cherries for the fruit (this is DH's favorite).

I have used vanilla whey with cashew butter and dried blueberries and apples (might be my favorite!).

Then I want to try strawberry whey with blueberries and almond butter.

I have also started substituting splenda for the brown sugar.

Once I have the ingredients just sitting around, it's really easy!

Thank you SO MUCH... these look delicious!

[violette]

here in Canada we use metric; Isn't 4 ounces 1/2 cup? 8 ounces is 1 cup.

[vness]

here in Canada we use metric; Isn't 4 ounces 1/2 cup? 8 ounces is 1 cup.

good catch... yes... 8oz =1cup / 4oz =1/2

thanks..... I guess it'll be trial and error LOL

namaste,
v

[OakLeaf]

I try not to use "ounces" because it's both a unit of weight and of liquid volume.

Eight fluid ounces is one cup. Two tablespoons are one fluid ounce. Dry ingredients are not usually measured using fluid ounces. The measurements for dry ingredients that Kacie had in the original recipe are measurements of weight. Must've been originally converted from a British or European recipe.

Sixteen ounces avoirdupois is one pound. Packages of pasta, cereal and other dry goods in the USA are usually labeled in pounds and ounces avoirdupois.

When it's water - or any other liquid with a specific gravity of 1 or close to it - it doesn't matter. In the same way that a liter of water weighs one kilogram, a fluid ounce of water weighs one ounce avoirdupois. Not necessarily for other substances.

All clear now? That's why I try not to use "ounces."


ETA: My favorite conversion site. There's a pull-down menu for many common ingredients to convert measures of weight to volume and vice versa. It looks like the original recipe has done the conversion properly (if roughly) from ounces avoirdupois to cups. If you're used to measuring dry ingredients by weight as they do in Europe - I'm not sure about Canada - I'd stick with the original measurements and just convert the ounces avoirdupois to grams.