Protein Challenge Anyone??

[dstdiva]

kandy,

i'm even later than you! i just read this thread. i'm in tho. 2 boiled eggs this morning, ground turkey in my stuffed bell pepper for lunch, boost (afternoon snack). i don't know what to do when i get home, but i'll figure something out.

 

[Armyqt]

Anyone keeping up with this. I slacked off with my shakes, but I'm about to get started again?

 

[beana3]

I'm still on the protein challenge for the most part. I started my shakes back up this past week, I've been using the Optimum whey instead of the UTHS b/c it has a lighter taste.

I think increasing my protein intake has helped accelerate my growth immensly

 

[Armyqt]

Hey Beana

I haven't "seen" you around here in a while. How's the hair growth coming along and can you describe immensly. can ya tell I need some protein motivation

? I'm glad to hear the protein's working for you. I'm can't wait to get started agin. I've pretty much decided to do 2 scoops @ once, that way I won't have to worry about getting 2 drinks a day. I know I can consistently do this every morning @ work

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[LABETT]

I have been slacking also just got back started.

 

[ballet_bun]

I'm trying to increase my protein intake. Next month I want to invest in some protein powder ... something with a significant amount of protein that doesn't tase like chalk soaked in dirty socks.

I found an ethnic food store here that carries all kinds of beans. So I bought a huge bag of black-eyes peas and some split peas.

Ballet Bun ...

 

[Guest]

Can you get too much protein in your system?

 

[ballet_bun]

I'm vegetarian, and i know i haven't been getting enough protein, so any increase would be a good thing. Plus i just got the results back from my blood work this past Tuesday, and spoke to my doctor, so it's okay.

Ballet BUn ...

 

[Guest]

Yes, I know that most vegetarians don't get enough protein. But what about the ones who actually eat meat?

 

[ballet_bun]

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Natori24 said:
Yes, I know that most vegetarians don't get enough protein. But what about the ones who actually eat meat?

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I don't know ... For those that eat meat ... they'll have to make an informed decision on their own or speak to their doctor.

 

[WaterMoccasin]

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LABETT said:
I have been slacking also just got back started.

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Ditto! And I need to keep it up for my 12/12 challenge

I have been consciously more selective with food though (picking those with more protein).

I'll be picking up the GNC Optimum Whey this week to help...

 

[Kaela]

*bump for candie*

 

[Bobbie]

I've been doing 30g shakes fairly consistently for the past 2 weeks. I hope to make it at least 2 months to see the results.

 

[Guest]

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Bobbie said:
I've been doing 30g shakes fairly consistently for the past 2 weeks. I hope to make it at least 2 months to see the results.

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What brand of protein shakes are you taking? I want to try Designer Whey protein in chocolate...it only has 17.5 grams of protein but I figure I can drink at least two shakes a day. I haven't gotten the protein mix yet, but I plan to soon. I was just wondering what other brands that are out there that taste somewhat okay. Designer Whey is supposed to taste pretty good for a protein shake...I will know once I try it.

 

[Armyqt]

Natori, I like Optimum Whey in vanilla ice cream flavor.

 

[Guest]

Is that the one that can be purchased at GNC? How much does it normally retail for? How many grams of protein? Have you seen results? I know I have alot of questions..but I really want to know what works and what doesn't, thanks.

 

[Armyqt]

Yes it can be purchased at GNC for around $15. It has 23 grams of protein per scoop. I definitely think that results are to be had if one is consistent. Unfortuntely, I was consistent enough to give an accurate report of growth. I couldn't drink it everyday becuase I felt like it was making me put on a few pounds. I woudl recommedn it for those who are working out. During that time, I wasn't that much much.

 

[Guest]

I might have to check that out. It costs a little less than Designer Whey. Does it only come in the Vanilla Ice Cream flavor though?

 

[Armyqt]

They have strawberry and chocolate also. However, most people I know prefer this flavor.

 

[Guest]

Thanks. If I try it, I would try the chocolate flavor...since I don't eat much vanilla ice cream or any ice cream for that matter.

 

[azul11]

any updates? God bless you all.

 

[WaterMoccasin]

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BahamaMama said:
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LABETT said:
I have been slacking also just got back started.

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Ditto! And I need to keep it up for my 12/12 challenge

I have been consciously more selective with food though (picking those with more protein).

I'll be picking up the GNC Optimum Whey this week to help...

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Well, I have successfully and consistently taken in 70-100+ grams of protein daily!

(I did get the protein powder and I eat eggs/cheese/sausages or tuna and/or chicken or steak or fish daily as my main sources as well as other little things).
SO it's going great!
Unfortunately I don't know the effect on my hair

. I'm doing so many things and currently in braids so...this is what happens when doing so many challenges at once (I'm on protein, hydration, massage and vitamin challenges, to name a few)! You don't know what's responsible for what...

 

[LABETT]

Just picked up another 2lb tub from gnc will start back with
2 shakes a day.

 

[WaterMoccasin]

BUMPING for the people who are looking for the challenges...