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rockandorroll Posts: 65 Joined: 2003/05/22	2003/11/04, 12:29 AM I take a whey shake right after I have my simple carbs after my workout. But I also drink another shake later in the day, But I remember reading something about the quick absorption of whey which makes it not as effective when taken at other times of the day. I can't really afford the casein, so am I wasting powder by taking it at other times than after a workout? Thanks
Ogun Posts: 559 Joined: 2002/08/11	2003/11/04, 12:37 AM No. If whey is all you have, use it. Getting 1g per lb. of bodyweight per day is more important than your type of protein. Obviously you want the slower absorbing ones on off days and before sleep if you can afford it, but think of the net effect. Over the course of six months, maybe you lose gain 19lbs of muscle instead of 20 lbs. The protein, diet, workout mix is such a tough one because of constant medical discoveries, contraindications, people's internal chemicals, genes, etc. The very best you can hope to do is stick to your workout regimen, eat as healthy as possible, and supplement with those things that you believe help the most (in conjunction with what your doctor advises for/against and your budget). Here are a few sites to help (and excuse if I overkilled here, but I get the feeling that the type of protein you are taking has become too much of an issue for you in lieu of the importance of the whole program): www.supplementwatch.com www.exrx.net http://www.bodybuilding.com/store/musclegain.htm (this one has ulterior motives, but interesting info on the protein). Best of luck mon ami :D -------------- --There are no versions of the truth.-- Jeff Goldblum, Jurassic Park II
bb1fit Posts: 11,105 Joined: 2001/06/30	2003/11/04, 08:31 PM Just during the day don't take your whey on an empty stomach. Have it with a meal, or add something to it, like natural peanut butter, or flax oil for instance. Even heavy cream if you are not dieting. This will slow absorbtion. Just never take it on an empty stomach during the day alone and you will be fine. -------------- Great people never want it easier, they just want to be better! Ron
rockandorroll Posts: 65 Joined: 2003/05/22	2003/11/05, 07:23 PM that's a big help. thanks for the tips Ogun and bb1fit.