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brandon7 Posts: 89 Joined: 2004/05/18	2004/05/28, 01:31 AM Does cottage chees really have 30 g of protein per cup? I read in a couple places that it does. If it does, I think I just found a protein shake substitute (Sometimes I can't afford the shakes). Or is it cheaper gram per gram to get the protein mix? I love cottage cheese with some pineapple, and could easily take in 3 cups per day (that would be 100 g of protein per day for just a bit over 3 cups, I can eat a cup in about three bites, lol) Any thoughts?
princesslodgey Posts: 1,748 Joined: 2004/02/21	2004/05/28, 07:12 AM good for general protein shake substitute but not post workout - you need something faster absorbed I personally philosophically prefer the idea of getting nutrients from real food like cottage cheese rather than shakes, but it can be hard. I would try to get your protein from a variety of sources to balance your diet. If you haven't already, look at the stickies at the top of the board for ideas of alternative sources
princesslodgey Posts: 1,748 Joined: 2004/02/21	2004/05/28, 07:13 AM specifically a "a protein primer" and "grocery list for a bodybuilder"
Carivan Posts: 8,542 Joined: 2002/01/20	2004/05/28, 09:12 AM If you enjoy it that much than why not. Like the princess said though, not good for after working out. Great before bed, as a snack a couple of times a day also. The good thing about it before bed is the slow absorbancy into the blood stream. -------------- "A will finds a way, failure is not an option" Ivan carivan@freetrainers.com Montreal Canada