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Protein Powder

Friday, January 03, 2014

Can you recommend a protein powder? There are so many of them! And any creative ways to use them besides in smoothies and oatmeal. I simply do not get enough protein! Thanks for any help!
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  • LETSGOPLAY
    I have used Jay Robb whey and also Vega and many others and then recently I just started adding white beans- about 1/4 cup and sometimes quinoa. It actually tastes better than some of the powders. Jay Robb tastes good but it has stevia and that is ok with me when I know how much but I don't think it is a good idea to use too much of that. Anyway with the beans and home made nut milk and quinoa I am getting a good amount of protein as well as fiber. Plus I add greens and some fruit- just enough fruit to sweeten. Also bean and quinoa that I cook are much cheaper. maybe some day I may do some sort of sprouting thingy....
    2085 days ago
  • AMARILYNH
    I seem to go through phases when I get plenty of protein in my diet (so don't need my shakes) or times (like now) when I don't so NEED the shakes. I already commented that I use Muscle Milk protein powder, but what I forgot to add is that I add 2 tablespoons of PB2 powder to my shakes. If you aren't familiar with it, it is peanut butter that has had almost all of the oil removed so the 2 tb. only adds 45 calories while giving me 5 more grams of protein and a great flavor.
    2204 days ago
  • no profile photo CD8158758
    We used to used Shaklee Protein Powder and just mix it with water in a glass. Been awhile though. It was good! Shaklee products are very good, but on the expensive side. Protein bars are a good option too, if you can find them without a lot of sugar. Hope you find some answers.
    2206 days ago
  • FANGFACEKITTY
    You can use it in baking; mixed with yogurt; added to coffee. I would add it to pancakes for the kids, and also into the muffins I would make & freeze for myself.
    2207 days ago
  • no profile photo CD10895053
    I picked up a protein powder called Body Fortress with Whey at WalMart some time ago in strawberry and haven't used it yet. So I need more ideas too. I think that there's an article here on SP that gives ideas and recipes. I just need to get more guts to try the powder. I bought it with good intentions and in the meantime I knew that I'm skittish with protein powder with getting so burned out with drinking it with Herbalife so long ago, but I keep thinking too that I need more protein, so..............Maybe with your help I can really get going with it!!
    2229 days ago
  • REMEMBER2BME
    I have a Whey Protein powder from Wal-Mart, lasts forever. I have chocolate and vanilla. If you drink coffee, you can even put in just a bit as a creamer. I don;t use creamer but the vanilla protein powder tastes great mixed in. Every little bit counts. HUGS!
    2229 days ago
  • HICKOK-HALEY
    We buy Body Fortress Super Advanced Chocolate Whey Protein Powder. We buy it at Walmart. Oh, my Hubby just bought a new container, and he grabbed Chocolate Peanut Butter. He didn't even know he grabbed that flavor lol. Going to sample some now!
    2229 days ago
  • TOKIEMOON
    I really like 'Whey Factors'. It's non-denatured, and has no growth hormones. It comes in 3 flavors (vanilla, chocolate, and strawberry). I buy it at Vitacost in the 2 lb. size (better price than the smaller, 1 lb.) Alas, I only use it in my morning smoothies or in my cereal milk. Sorry I can't offer more ideas. I too, don't get enough protein unless I eat chicken or fish.
    2235 days ago
  • KAYOTIC
    I like to mix it with plain yogurt and add some berries, really tasty snack. You can mix with pudding too, I've never tried that though. Sometimes I might add some toasted nuts for a little crunch too.

    I've been using Designer Whey, I have vanilla and chocolate.
    2235 days ago
  • HIKETOHEIGHTS
    I used 3different ones. Optimum nutrition, Muscle Milk are both at costco. Otherwise Aria is at trader Joes. Aria is low calorie &. A good start price at 9.99.- it was my first protein powder ever. Good luck

    Dr. Oz did an episode on this by the way, he has a whole different point of view. I went to check out some of his ideas ( pea powder was one ) and they were too pricey for my budget.
    Happy New Year
    Victoria
    Dr. Oz Show Fans Team Leader
    2235 days ago
  • PATRICIAAK
    sorry, I use protein bars.
    2236 days ago
  • AMARILYNH
    I use Muscle Milk protein powder from Wal-Mart or Costco.
    2236 days ago
  • SCOOTER4263
    This is a SP recipe for peanut butter fudge protein bars.

    http://recipes.sparkpeople.
    com/recipe-detail.asp?recipe=66
    2771

    They're pretty darned good - I make them with almond butter instead of the PB and have also used vanilla protein powder instead of the chocolate. I like to add cacao nibs:

    http://www.amazon.com/
    Navitas-Naturals-Organic-Cacao-
    granules/dp/B0052WH19O/ref=sr_1
    _2?s=hpc&ie=UTF8&qid=1388789112
    &sr=1-2&keywords=cacao+nibs

    from Navitas Naturals to them, and occasionally some raw chopped almonds sprinkled on top. It's a basic recipe that you can really play around with a lot.

    I like the Pure Protein powder:

    http://www.amazon.co
    m/gp/product/B002XULC5W/ref=wms
    _ohs_product_img?ie=UTF8&psc=1<
    BR>
    which also comes in various other flavors and formulations. And I like Amazon because they bring the stuff to my door so I don't have to go out and hunt for it.
    2236 days ago
  • CHICKPEA23
    I like the Trader Joe's whey chocolate protein powder. It is better (in my humble opinion) than Designer Whey and Aria. I only use it in smoothies, but I hope you find some good recipes :)
    2236 days ago
  • AALLEY2
    This one is great for many reasons. You can read about it here.
    http://www.vitacost.com/nutiva-
    organic-hemp-protein-15-g-16-oz


    I like this one because it is organic, low in sugar, fat, and calories. The price is about $8 higher at my local health food store.
    2236 days ago
  • DANCINCAJUN1
    Spark People has some great articles .... 15 New Ways to Use Protein Powder is a good one to view .... we use the protein powder from Walmart ... hubs loves chocolate and I like vanilla .... it is about 16 dollars. Read up on the good and bad about using protein powders .... just google protein powder information .... Rocie
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    2236 days ago

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