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Kara Bauer

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I'm A Vegetarian - Am I Getting Enough Protein?

For vegetarians and vegans, one of the primary questions they are often asked relates to protein. “If you don’t eat meat or dairy products, where do you get your protein?” What many don’t realize is that it’s actually quite difficult not to get enough protein and in truth, most get too much.The conventional daily... Read more Chevron

posted 08/18/2010, comments (0)|

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Consuming fat after a workout?

I havealways been taught/told that consuming fat after a weight lifting workout is counterproductive as it slows down digestion and inhibits the flow of protein to the muscles. So adding peanut butter to your otherwise fat-free whey mix would be a bad thing I would think. I've been hearing mixed things about this. I am set in my ways and will... Read more Chevron

posted 02/21/2010, comment (1)|

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Weighing In: Proteins, cabohydrates, fats - how much do we need?

Question: I've found many tables with estimated calorie requirements, but nothing about proteins, cabohydrates and fats requirements. 55% carbohydrates, 15% fats and 30% proteins are ok? (I am a girl and I have 17 years old). Can you help me, please?Heather: This is a really great question. And I’m very glad to hear you ask about... Read more Chevron

posted 10/05/2008, comments (2)|

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Q&A: I am trying to eat less meat, but how do I get enough protein?

Protein is an important part of the diet. When we eat protein, it gets broken down into amino acids which the body uses as building blocks to make new proteins that the body needs to grow or maintain itself. Protein is found throughout the body including hair, muscle, and blood. Meats such as beef, lamb, and pork are good sources of... Read more Chevron

posted 07/30/2008, comments (0)|

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Weighing In: What protein drink and diet are recommend to bulk up?

Question: I need to gain 15 to 20 pounds for football training. What is the best protein drink, and diet to do so.Heather: There are a lot of protein drinks and supplements on the market. However, these drinks are also very high in sugar and calories and so they can actually lead to the wrong type of weight gain. You want to add bulk by increasing... Read more Chevron

posted 06/01/2008, comments (0)|

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