how much protein in one serving is too much?

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strongarm

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how much protein in one serving is too much?

ok whats up guys? how much protein do you think is too much in one serving? i was alwasy told that in a shake anything over 50 grams is just a waste casue you body dont take it more then that at one time. and that you may consume more protein in a whole meal then with a shake, cause it gets reasorbed slower, and more protein gets reasorbed. what do you guys think about this? would love to hear everyone's ideas on this subject.
 
juiced2damax

juiced2damax

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Everyone's body is different as to how much they can absorb in one sitting..I usually keep mine at 50g-75g...So what if you don't absorb a few grams, it's no biggie IMO.
 
M FREAKY

M FREAKY

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I personally like to keep it at 30 to 35 grams protein per meal, Now I do increase my protein intake right after workout..
Your body takes several days to adapt to an intake. The idea there is a limit per meal is not true. If you are used to consuming 20 grams and suddenly consume 200, then there is a chance that you are over-consuming. However, if you steadily consume 200 at a sitting, your body can adjust and adapt and begin to use it.

I'm not suggesting you eat that much - that is just an example.

Protein intakes are over-stated and overrated in an attempt to sell protein drinks, powders, supplements, etc. They are used by people who bodybuilder. Most people assume they train like a bodybuilder because they pick up a weight, and it is simply not true. Unless you are competing on stage or training with a trainer who can teach you true intensity and routines, you probably do not justify the same intake, as a natural bodybuilding athlete would require.

If you consume large amounts of protein, your body becomes less efficient at processing it and uses much of it for energy (look up domination and oxidation). If you consume small amounts of protein, your body becomes extremely efficient at using that protein and burns less for energy, so it's a tradeoff.

I have seen Studies shows that either keeping calories the same and increasing the percentage of calories from protein, or increasing calories overall even if the increase comes from carbs, both can contribute to gaining muscle mass and improving protein turnover.
 
mightymouse

mightymouse

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this is dependent on the time of intake also...

Morning= 40-50 grams whey
mid-day or pre wkt= 20-25 grams protien blend
post workout= 40-50 grams whey
bedtime=20-25 grams cassien
 
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