Re: What Protein Powder to use

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As I was Googling that Hot Pink Breakfast smoothie earlier I ran across this person who took a photo of what she puts in the smoothie and wondered what her protein powder tastes like. It looks like a good one though. Has anyone used this one?http://inmyhomeabide.blogspot.com/2011/03/hot-pink-breakfast-smoothie.htmlJaneOn Sep 19, 2011, at 7:32 PM, Bruce wrote: Generally, what is the best kind of protein powder to use. Do you get flavored or unflavored and where do you purchase it from? I am not a vegan or Health food person, Just looking to get the most for the least. Thank you all for your input and for having such an informative site. Bruce

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Here's a couple different Protein Powders I've used.http://www.gnc.com/search/index.jsp?kwCatId= & kw=spiru%20tein & origkw=spiru+tein & f=Taxonomy/GNC/3593182 & sr=1

andhttp://www.gnc.com/search/index.jsp?kwCatId= & kw=spiru%20tein & origkw=spiru+tein & f=Taxonomy/GNC/3593182 & sr=1

scroll down a bit on this page to see powders -- the Orange Creamsicle is delicious with just milk, but they have a non-flavored as well. also, i'm looking into a Vegetable Protein Powder for myself -- just google vegetable protein powder and you'll see lots.

 hope this helps some.On Mon, Sep 19, 2011 at 6:32 PM, Bruce <ukulele47@...> wrote:

Generally, what is the best kind of protein powder to use. Do you get flavored or unflavored and where do you purchase it from?

I am not a vegan or Health food person, Just looking to get the most for the least.

Thank you all for your input and for having such an informative site.

Bruce

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i think i'll see if i can buy some of that -- that's a vegetable protein, just what i'm looking for.  thanks.On Mon, Sep 19, 2011 at 6:36 PM, Jane Edenfield <boxers1@...> wrote:

As I was Googling that Hot Pink Breakfast smoothie earlier I ran across this person who took a photo of what she puts in the smoothie and wondered what her protein powder tastes like. It looks like a good one though. Has anyone used this one?

http://inmyhomeabide.blogspot.com/2011/03/hot-pink-breakfast-smoothie.htmlJane

On Sep 19, 2011, at 7:32 PM, Bruce wrote:   Generally, what is the best kind of protein powder to use. Do you get flavored or unflavored and where do you purchase it from?

I am not a vegan or Health food person, Just looking to get the most for the least. Thank you all for your input and for having such an informative site. Bruce

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It looks like a winner doesn't it?JaneOn Sep 19, 2011, at 7:39 PM, linda lou la londe wrote: i think i'll see if i can buy some of that -- that's a vegetable protein, just what i'm looking for. thanks.On Mon, Sep 19, 2011 at 6:36 PM, Jane Edenfield <boxers1@...> wrote: As I was Googling that Hot Pink Breakfast smoothie earlier I ran across this person who took a photo of what she puts in the smoothie and wondered what her protein powder tastes like. It looks like a good one though. Has anyone used this one? http://inmyhomeabide.blogspot.com/2011/03/hot-pink-breakfast-smoothie.htmlJane On Sep 19, 2011, at 7:32 PM, Bruce wrote: Generally, what is the best kind of protein powder to use. Do you get flavored or unflavored and where do you purchase it from? I am not a vegan or Health food person, Just looking to get the most for the least. Thank you all for your input and for having such an informative site. Bruce

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That looks YUMMY!

michele

From: Jane Edenfield

Sent: Monday, September 19, 2011 7:36 PM

Subject: Re: What Protein Powder to use

As I was Googling that Hot Pink Breakfast smoothie earlier I ran across this person who took a photo of what she puts in the smoothie and wondered what her protein powder tastes like. It looks like a good one though. Has anyone used this one? http://inmyhomeabide.blogspot.com/2011/03/hot-pink-breakfast-smoothie.html

Jane

On Sep 19, 2011, at 7:32 PM, Bruce wrote:

Generally, what is the best kind of protein powder to use. Do you get flavored or unflavored and where do you purchase it from? I am not a vegan or Health food person, Just looking to get the most for the least.Thank you all for your input and for having such an informative site. Bruce

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i found the Lifetime Life's Basic Plant Protein at Amazon.comOn Mon, Sep 19, 2011 at 6:38 PM, linda lou la londe <lindaloulalonde@...> wrote:

Here's a couple different Protein Powders I've used.

http://www.gnc.com/search/index.jsp?kwCatId= & kw=spiru%20tein & origkw=spiru+tein & f=Taxonomy/GNC/3593182 & sr=1

andhttp://www.gnc.com/search/index.jsp?kwCatId= & kw=spiru%20tein & origkw=spiru+tein & f=Taxonomy/GNC/3593182 & sr=1

scroll down a bit on this page to see powders -- the Orange Creamsicle is delicious with just milk, but they have a non-flavored as well. also, i'm looking into a Vegetable Protein Powder for myself -- just google vegetable protein powder and you'll see lots.

 hope this helps some.On Mon, Sep 19, 2011 at 6:32 PM, Bruce <ukulele47@...> wrote:

Generally, what is the best kind of protein powder to use. Do you get flavored or unflavored and where do you purchase it from?

I am not a vegan or Health food person, Just looking to get the most for the least.

Thank you all for your input and for having such an informative site.

Bruce

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At what price and does it qualify for free shipping?JaneOn Sep 19, 2011, at 7:42 PM, linda lou la londe wrote: i found the Lifetime Life's Basic Plant Protein at Amazon.comOn Mon, Sep 19, 2011 at 6:38 PM, linda lou la londe <lindaloulalonde@...> wrote: Here's a couple different Protein Powders I've used. http://www.gnc.com/search/index.jsp?kwCatId= & kw=spiru%20tein & origkw=spiru+tein & f=Taxonomy/GNC/3593182 & sr=1 andhttp://www.gnc.com/search/index.jsp?kwCatId= & kw=spiru%20tein & origkw=spiru+tein & f=Taxonomy/GNC/3593182 & sr=1 scroll down a bit on this page to see powders -- the Orange Creamsicle is delicious with just milk, but they have a non-flavored as well. also, i'm looking into a Vegetable Protein Powder for myself -- just google vegetable protein powder and you'll see lots. hope this helps some.On Mon, Sep 19, 2011 at 6:32 PM, Bruce <ukulele47@...> wrote: Generally, what is the best kind of protein powder to use. Do you get flavored or unflavored and where do you purchase it from? I am not a vegan or Health food person, Just looking to get the most for the least. Thank you all for your input and for having such an informative site. Bruce ------------------------------------

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At the links page of our website - /links if you look for the link titled, "Good Protein Powders" there are two listed there. There is an ENDLESS list of protein powders available on the market. Personally, I"m not a big fan of protein processed into a powder, and have stopped doing it on a daily basis, but when I just don't have time to prepare cooked meat (or run out of the cooked meat I keep in the fridge) I'll use a protein powder. I also use the protein powders when I'm at shows and don't have time to make or eat a better meal!

Blessings,Lea Ann SavageSatellite Beach, FL(321) 773-7088 (home)(321-961-9219 (cell)))><'>www.VitamixLady.comwww..com<))><

On Sep 19, 2011, at 7:32 PM, Bruce wrote:

Generally, what is the best kind of protein powder to use. Do you get flavored or unflavored and where do you purchase it from?

I am not a vegan or Health food person, Just looking to get the most for the least.

Thank you all for your input and for having such an informative site.

Bruce

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I am also not a protein powder fan-most of it is simply another way to make money from the commercial milk industry. It is far more nutritious to just throw in a few nuts or cooked quinoa-both have fabulous protein and none of the additive stuff. Most people get WAY more protein than they need anyway, so it isn't usually necessary to add it, but nuts are such a great source, and any nuts will accomplish the same goal of boosting the protein content of a smoothie or baked good.

Generally, what is the best kind of protein powder to use. Do you get flavored or unflavored and where do you purchase it from?

I am not a vegan or Health food person, Just looking to get the most for the least.

Thank you all for your input and for having such an informative site.

Bruce

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The only kind I have even used is the sunwarrior brand. I did not purchase it so I don’t know the cost but the product was okay.

Becky

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usually $25.00 order, for books, i don't know about other items.  On Mon, Sep 19, 2011 at 6:43 PM, Jane Edenfield <boxers1@...> wrote:

At what price and does it qualify for free shipping?JaneOn Sep 19, 2011, at 7:42 PM, linda lou la londe wrote:   i found the Lifetime Life's Basic Plant Protein at Amazon.com

On Mon, Sep 19, 2011 at 6:38 PM, linda lou la londe <lindaloulalonde@...> wrote:

Here's a couple different Protein Powders I've used. http://www.gnc.com/search/index.jsp?kwCatId= & kw=spiru%20tein & origkw=spiru+tein & f=Taxonomy/GNC/3593182 & sr=1

andhttp://www.gnc.com/search/index.jsp?kwCatId= & kw=spiru%20tein & origkw=spiru+tein & f=Taxonomy/GNC/3593182 & sr=1

scroll down a bit on this page to see powders -- the Orange Creamsicle is delicious with just milk, but they have a non-flavored as well. also, i'm looking into a Vegetable Protein Powder for myself -- just google vegetable protein powder and you'll see lots.

 hope this helps some.On Mon, Sep 19, 2011 at 6:32 PM, Bruce <ukulele47@...> wrote:

Generally, what is the best kind of protein powder to use. Do you get flavored or unflavored and where do you purchase it from?

I am not a vegan or Health food person, Just looking to get the most for the least. Thank you all for your input and for having such an informative site. Bruce ------------------------------------

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I was reading tonight that there are dangers with protein powders. They can effect your liver & kidneys. And, they can’t prevent the absorbtion of certain vitamins & minerals. I think I’ll use non fat dry milk in place of them.

AmicoCT zone6

From: Berry

Sent: Monday, September 19, 2011 8:36 PM

Subject: Re: What Protein Powder to use

I am also not a protein powder fan-most of it is simply another way to make money from the commercial milk industry. It is far more nutritious to just throw in a few nuts or cooked quinoa-both have fabulous protein and none of the additive stuff. Most people get WAY more protein than they need anyway, so it isn't usually necessary to add it, but nuts are such a great source, and any nuts will accomplish the same goal of boosting the protein content of a smoothie or baked good.

Generally, what is the best kind of protein powder to use. Do you get flavored or unflavored and where do you purchase it from? I am not a vegan or Health food person, Just looking to get the most for the least.Thank you all for your input and for having such an informative site.Bruce

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Non fat dry milk carries much of the same issues as protein powders, as it often contains soy and comes from commercial milk, which is a hazard in its own right-growth hormones, steroids, medications fed to the cows, etc) I don't think there is organic dry milk available, but I haven't looked in years, so can't say for sure. Most soy is genetically modified, and I am at a loss to understand what its place is in dry milk, but it is usually there. Just a heads up, that the soy is often the problem with protein powders.

Generally, what is the best kind of protein powder to use. Do you get flavored or unflavored and where do you purchase it from? I am not a vegan or Health food person, Just looking to get the most for the least.Thank you all for your input and for having such an informative site.Bruce

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Hmm, didn’t realize this. I’ll have to look for a suitable substitute. Thanks for the heads up.

AmicoCT zone 6

From: Berry

Sent: Tuesday, September 20, 2011 1:47 AM

Subject: Re: What Protein Powder to use

Non fat dry milk carries much of the same issues as protein powders, as it often contains soy and comes from commercial milk, which is a hazard in its own right-growth hormones, steroids, medications fed to the cows, etc) I don't think there is organic dry milk available, but I haven't looked in years, so can't say for sure. Most soy is genetically modified, and I am at a loss to understand what its place is in dry milk, but it is usually there. Just a heads up, that the soy is often the problem with protein powders.

Generally, what is the best kind of protein powder to use. Do you get flavored or unflavored and where do you purchase it from? I am not a vegan or Health food person, Just looking to get the most for the least.Thank you all for your input and for having such an informative site.Bruce

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Just found a solution the nonfat dry milk or protein powder dilema.

“As for the dry milk, you may substitute liquid milk and reduce any other liquid by that same amount. For example, if the recipe calls for 1/4 cup dry powdered milk and 1 cup of water, substitute 1 cup of liquid milk and no water. Hope that makes sense.â€

AmicoCT zone6

From: Berry

Sent: Tuesday, September 20, 2011 1:47 AM

Subject: Re: What Protein Powder to use

Non fat dry milk carries much of the same issues as protein powders, as it often contains soy and comes from commercial milk, which is a hazard in its own right-growth hormones, steroids, medications fed to the cows, etc) I don't think there is organic dry milk available, but I haven't looked in years, so can't say for sure. Most soy is genetically modified, and I am at a loss to understand what its place is in dry milk, but it is usually there. Just a heads up, that the soy is often the problem with protein powders.

Generally, what is the best kind of protein powder to use. Do you get flavored or unflavored and where do you purchase it from? I am not a vegan or Health food person, Just looking to get the most for the least.Thank you all for your input and for having such an informative site.Bruce

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Good Morning :

Didn't know cooked quinoa was such a great source of protein but know and love the idea of nuts in place of protein powders. I will be sure to pick up some quinoa and nuts next pay day.

Thanks,

Iris

From: Berry <berrywell@...> Sent: Tuesday, September 20, 2011 1:47 AMSubject: Re: What Protein Powder to use

Non fat dry milk carries much of the same issues as protein powders, as it often contains soy and comes from commercial milk, which is a hazard in its own right-growth hormones, steroids, medications fed to the cows, etc) I don't think there is organic dry milk available, but I haven't looked in years, so can't say for sure. Most soy is genetically modified, and I am at a loss to understand what its place is in dry milk, but it is usually there. Just a heads up, that the soy is often the problem with protein powders.

Generally, what is the best kind of protein powder to use. Do you get flavored or unflavored and where do you purchase it from? I am not a vegan or Health food person, Just looking to get the most for the least.Thank you all for your input and for having such an informative site.Bruce

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The hazard for me is that my kids hate it and can smell it from a thousand

paces. I can cover it with banana, chocolate, almond, whatever. I've tried many

kinds, but it doesn't stop their powers of powder sensing and hatred.

Beth

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> I was reading tonight that there are dangers with protein powders. They can

effect your liver & kidneys. And, they can’t prevent the absorbtion of

certain vitamins & minerals. I think I’ll use non fat dry milk in place of

them.

>

> Amico

> CT zone6

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Quinoa is a great source of protein, complete protein at that! I cook up a batch every Sunday in my solar oven or rice cooker and store it in a Mason jar in the fridge to use all week. I prefer organic RED quinoa, which I find milder and less earthy than the yellow.

Generally, what is the best kind of protein powder to use. Do you get flavored or unflavored and where do you purchase it from? I am not a vegan or Health food person, Just looking to get the most for the least.Thank you all for your input and for having such an informative site.Bruce

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Wow, that's a great idea, regarding the quinoa. I will look for the red. I have

not tried that kind, but I like the idea that it's milder tasting, especially if

I'm using it in smoothies. Typically, how much cooked quinoa would you add to a

smoothie that would make two large servings?

Many thanks,

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> Generally, what is the best kind of protein powder to use. Do you get flavored

or unflavored and where do you purchase it from?

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> I am not a vegan or Health food person, Just looking to get the most for the

least.

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> Thank you all for your input and for having such an informative site.

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> Bruce

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I use Designer Whey from Next Nutrition. It's about $20 fro Vitacost.

I won't use soy since it increases your estrogen level.

Tony

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Thanks for that info. IrisOn Sep 20, 2011, at 12:49 PM, Berry <berrywell@...> wrote:

Quinoa is a great source of protein, complete protein at that! I cook up a batch every Sunday in my solar oven or rice cooker and store it in a Mason jar in the fridge to use all week. I prefer organic RED quinoa, which I find milder and less earthy than the yellow.

Generally, what is the best kind of protein powder to use. Do you get flavored or unflavored and where do you purchase it from? I am not a vegan or Health food person, Just looking to get the most for the least.Thank you all for your input and for having such an informative site.Bruce

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I've never heard this -- does this include plant based protein powders? On Tue, Sep 20, 2011 at 12:08 AM, Amico <l_amico@...> wrote:

I was reading tonight that there are dangers with protein powders.  They can effect your liver & kidneys.  And, they can’t prevent the absorbtion of certain vitamins & minerals.  I think I’ll use non fat dry milk in place of them.

 

AmicoCT zone6

 

From: Berry

Sent: Monday, September 19, 2011 8:36 PM

Subject: Re: What Protein Powder to use

 

 

I am also not a protein powder fan-most of it is simply another way to make money from the commercial milk industry.  It is far more nutritious to just throw in a few nuts or cooked quinoa-both have fabulous protein and none of the additive stuff.  Most people get WAY more protein than they need anyway, so it isn't usually necessary to add it, but nuts are such a great source, and any nuts will accomplish the same goal of boosting the protein content of a smoothie or baked good.

 

 

Generally, what is the best kind of protein powder to use. Do you get flavored or unflavored and where do you purchase it from? I am not a vegan or Health food person, Just looking to get the most for the least.Thank you all for your input and for having such an informative site.Bruce

 

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As I mentioned in another post, most people get WAY too much protein, which is very taxing on the kidneys and liver regardless of its source. Most vegetable based protein powders are derived from soy, which comes with its own set of potential issues, due to the genetic modification of soy and the fact that it is no longer a natural food due to the GMO process, and that it is a hormone disruptor even when not GMO. "Regular" protein powders are derived from whey or other animal protein sources, so they contain the resulting cholesterols, fats, lipids, etc. Animal protein is very similar to human protein, so too much is very taxing on the body. There is a lot of misconception that you don't/can't get protein from non animal sources, but the simple fact is there is protein in every single thing you consume. Animals get THEIR

protein from grasses and grains, so it would stand to reason that humans do too. Too much of anything is hard on the kidneys and liver, so taking an extra boost of it in powder form can be too much. My daughter and I have eaten a vegetarian diet for most of her life, and both of us have more than adequate protein levels, but I still have kidney issues if I over do on protein, even if though it is plant based protein.

Generally, what is the best kind of protein powder to use. Do you get flavored or unflavored and where do you purchase it from? I am not a vegan or Health food person, Just looking to get the most for the least.Thank you all for your input and for having such an informative site.Bruce

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Well you could just put a cooked chicken breast in the smoothie.

Tony

On 9/20/2011 9:49 PM, Berry wrote:

 

As I

mentioned in another post, most people get WAY too

much protein, which is very taxing on the kidneys

and liver regardless of its source.  Most

vegetable based protein powders are derived from

soy, which comes with its own set of potential 

issues, due to the genetic modification of soy and

the fact that it is no longer a natural food due

to the GMO process, and that it is a hormone

disruptor even when not GMO.  "Regular" protein

powders are derived from whey or other animal

protein sources, so they contain the resulting

cholesterols, fats, lipids, etc.  Animal protein

is very similar to human protein, so too much is

very taxing on the body.  There is a lot of

misconception that you don't/can't get protein

from non animal sources, but the simple fact is

there is protein in every single thing you

consume.  Animals get THEIR protein from grasses

and grains, so it would stand to reason that

humans do too.  Too much of anything is hard on

the kidneys and liver, so taking an extra boost of

it in powder form can be too much.  My daughter

and I have eaten a vegetarian diet for most of her

life, and both of us have more than adequate

protein levels, but I still have kidney issues if

I over do on protein, even if though it is plant

based protein.

 

 

Generally,

what is the

best kind of

protein powder

to use. Do you

get flavored

or unflavored

and where do

you purchase

it from?

I am not a

vegan or

Health food

person, Just

looking to get

the most for

the least.

Thank you all

for your input

and for having

such an

informative

site.

Bruce

 

[Guest guest]

Chia seeds are also a good addition to smoothies. Niki Glover

Central Coast, NSW, Australia

On 21 September 2011 11:56, Tony Szpara <tszpara@...> wrote:

 

Well you could just put a cooked chicken breast in the smoothie.

Tony

On 9/20/2011 9:49 PM, Berry wrote:

 

As I

mentioned in another post, most people get WAY too

much protein, which is very taxing on the kidneys

and liver regardless of its source.  Most

vegetable based protein powders are derived from

soy, which comes with its own set of potential 

issues, due to the genetic modification of soy and

the fact that it is no longer a natural food due

to the GMO process, and that it is a hormone

disruptor even when not GMO.  " Regular " protein

powders are derived from whey or other animal

protein sources, so they contain the resulting

cholesterols, fats, lipids, etc.  Animal protein

is very similar to human protein, so too much is

very taxing on the body.  There is a lot of

misconception that you don't/can't get protein

from non animal sources, but the simple fact is

there is protein in every single thing you

consume.  Animals get THEIR protein from grasses

and grains, so it would stand to reason that

humans do too.  Too much of anything is hard on

the kidneys and liver, so taking an extra boost of

it in powder form can be too much.  My daughter

and I have eaten a vegetarian diet for most of her

life, and both of us have more than adequate

protein levels, but I still have kidney issues if

I over do on protein, even if though it is plant

based protein.

 

 

Generally,

what is the

best kind of

protein powder

to use. Do you

get flavored

or unflavored

and where do

you purchase

it from?

I am not a

vegan or

Health food

person, Just

looking to get

the most for

the least.

Thank you all

for your input

and for having

such an

informative

site.

Bruce