Question 1

what foods have a high protein content compared to the amount of calories they contain?

Accepted Answer

Many!: Turkey, white fish, chicken, whey protein, skim milk, beans and lentils!

Question 2

what's the best protein powder?

Accepted Answer

Whey.: Irrespective of the brand, whey protein is considered a high quality supplemental protein.  If you exercise, shoot for no more than one gram of protein (from all sources) per pound of body weight per day and drink plenty of water throughout the day.

Question 3

which protein powder works the best?

Accepted Answer

That based on..: Whey protein, a milk derivative.  Plant based protein powders are not as effective. Egg protein Albumin is more expensive and less palatable!

Question 4

what protein rich foods are the best?

Accepted Answer

Depends: If you eat dairy products you can try greek yogurt or cottage cheese (otherwise soy/almond/coconut yogurt). Non dairy sources include chia seeds, beans, lentils, quinoa, eggs, artichokes, broccoli, avocado, asparagus, tofu, peas, spinach, beet greens, peanuts, pistachios, sesame seeds, garbanzo beans.

Question 5

should i do ideal protein to lose weight?

Accepted Answer

Perhaps: Ideal Protein diet can help lose weight but you should get clearance from your physician prior to beginning the diet. If you have food allergies, some chronic medical conditions this may not be appropriate for you.

Question 6

is it true that egg is the best source of protein?

Accepted Answer

Yes.: Egg protein has the highest biological value.

Question 7

how do i find what's the best place to get protein powder cheap?

Accepted Answer

WHY?: No supplement will take the place of good nutrition and a good exercise program.
There are no magic bullets, only common sense approach.

Question 8

please tell me what's the best place to get protein powder cheap?

Accepted Answer

Virtually all powder: Is milk whey. Some are flavored.  Simply go online and ask for inexpensive protein powder!

Question 9

please help, how much protein powder should i have and what's the best brand?

Accepted Answer

Depends on goals: Depending of what your work out goals are, you should ingest anywhere from 0.5-1.2 grams of protein per 2.2 pounds of your target body weight per day. So for a 180 pound male, using 0.8 as your protein ratio, you should ingest about 72 grams of protein a day. The best brand minimizes the amount of carbohydrate filler and is a whey protein isolate, not a concentrate. Shop around.

Question 10

what are the best protein, water percentages in my body, and best weight if i am 174 cm height?

Accepted Answer

64 kg: Would be an average ideal weight for that height. But like protein and water percentages, a weight target should be individualized. Better than targeting weight though is targeting health. Modest activity daily and focusing on eating real foods, the majority plant based, is enough for most people.

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