5 Ways to Use Protein Powder
Protein is an integral part of a healthy diet. There are many sources of protein but one of the easiest to incorporate into your diet to ensure you get enough of it every day is protein powder.
5 Ways to Use Protein Powder – Whey, Vegan, or Collagen Peptides protein powder
Keep in mind the type and brand of protein powder you take is important to helping you reach your goals.
Do not go to the local health food store or grocery and buy whatever they have on the shelves.
Do not buy because a celebrity endorses it.
Do not buy because you recognize the brand from “somewhere” or because someone at the gym was talking about it.
All protein is not created equal.
Using Protein to Help Get Fit
This is why I’ve introduced my own supplement line – to provide a high-quality and fast-digesting protein powder with research supporting its claims.
#1 – Before you workout
An hour before you exercise, mix protein with water or ice and water, to your desired consistency. Some prefer 4 oz of water mixed in a shaker bottle, while others use ice and water in a blender. You may choose to add some berries or 1/2 a banana.
#2 – After you workout
Within 60 minutes post-workout, you can make the pre-workout shake and then have a meal consisting of a lean protein and carbs 2 – 3 hours afterward.
#3 – Meal/Snack
Mix with water and microwave into a pudding. Eat hot or freeze for 20 – 30 minutes. Depending on your nutrition plan, you can fold in berries or nuts.
#4 – Meal/Snack
Mix with a high protein, low sugar yogurt. Note that many Greek yogurts are high in sugar so be sure to read the ingredient label. Then, choose different flavored yogurts so you don’t get tired of eating the same one day after day.
#5 – Bedtime Snack
Mix with low fat cottage cheese. Use a spoon to blend it or whisk it to more of a mousse-type texture.
Two bonuses:
#6 – Meal/Snack
Mix with oatmeal. Microwave old-fashioned oats with water. Stir in protein, adding more water if necessary.
#7 – Pancakes (one of my favorites)
Mix protein powder with egg beaters or egg whites, and water for consistency. “Fry” like a pancake on a skillet over medium-high heat. You can add old-fashioned oats to the batter, or top with peanut butter.
Only certain types of protein will give you the consistency you want when baking so make sure you know what you are spending your money on.
