protein powder

[dirtwarrior]

I read somewhere that our bodies only absorb about 20 grams of protein at a time and the rest is just used for calories. Is this true and if so any studies to back it up

[BABY1]

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I have read conlicting stories but I do think more than 25g at a time is a waste. Proetin is harder to degest also.

[sofargone561]

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I try to only take in around 25g-30g at a time. The only time i do more is when im bulking and i double my protien shake scoops but thats more the the cals then the extra protien

[BABY1]

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Don't know if this is accurate or not:



How much protein can your body take at one time?

Answer:

All of it, more or less. Not all of it will actually be used in protein synthesis (building muscle), but your body will make use of it somehow, perhaps using it as an energy source by oxidating it.
So the real amount of protein that can be absorbed for muscle building at one time would depend on a number of factors, including the amount of damage to the muscles, insulin levels, other hormonal levels, whether or not creatine is being consumed and so forth. I can't put a number on this, though total of consumption of protein per day should be around .75 grams of protein per pound of bodyweight for bodybuilders.
Also this will depend on the type of protein and how it is consumed. Whey protein for example will be absorbed and broken down into the amino-acids VERY quickly meaning that any more than around 20-25 grams will be passed through the system and urinated out (the body doesn't store protein well). However if a gradually releasing protein such as egg or milk (whether in shake form or not) is consumed, anything up to 30 grams can be consumed as it takes longer for the body to consume meaning less is wasted. By taking a protein shake in water you can absorb protein at a faster rate than with milk.

http://wiki.answers.com/Q/How_much_protein_can_your_body_take_at_one_time

[dirtwarrior]

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It seems the best at any given time is 25 to 30 grams of whey isolate but what if a slower release was used like casein protein

[sofargone561]

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good question. I am going to be using casein during my next bulk i will only be aking roughly one scoop a few hours before bed though. it will be my last thing eaten during the day

[guns01]

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i must be the crazy guy here cause i do 100g at a time both shake and solid. i am slightly above average though

[BABY1]

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i must be the crazy guy here

Yep that would be you....just jokin with ya

[Ezskanken]

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I thought I read 50g somewhere.

[BABY1]

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I thought I read 50g somewhere.

Maybe it depends on a persons size too? If I took in 50g at once, my body would react in a bad way

[DieselXT]

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Maybe it depends on a persons size too? If I took in 50g at once, my body would react in a bad way

opps I farted^^

[guns01]

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i would be more inclined to lean to the factors of how hard you are training, your size and the other supplements you are using. a 150lb regular guy isnt going to need as much protein daily as a 280lb off season bodybuilder or power lifter

[maxseg]

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Im with ya gunz, I dont believe that the body shuts down absorption/synthesis at any predetermined amount. A 300lb athlete's needs are different then a 185lb athlete's needs. It's common for me to consume up to and over 400gr on a training day spread over 5 to 6 meals. It seems to be working for me.

[maxseg]

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Oops, sorry guns. Didnt read your last post. Please disregard mine....lol

[dirtwarrior]

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i would be more inclined to lean to the factors of how hard you are training, your size and the other supplements you are using. a 150lb regular guy isnt going to need as much protein daily as a 280lb off season bodybuilder or power lifter

Im with ya gunz, I dont believe that the body shuts down absorption/synthesis at any predetermined amount. A 300lb athlete's needs are different then a 185lb athlete's needs. It's common for me to consume up to and over 400gr on a training day spread over 5 to 6 meals. It seems to be working for me.

agreed with both