I have read about the positive benefits and ill-effects of using protein supplements (whey protein). I know that there are some here who train a lot here and there are some others who are good at maintaining a healthy diet. What do you guys think about using protein supplements?
The context of my question
I have started weight training two weeks ago. Initially, most of the calories/proteins that my body required were provided in the diet itself. My diet consisted of boiled vegetables, boiled chicken, boiled eggs, bread with peanut butter, nuts and milk. But since last week I have started doing some core workouts - barbell press, deadlift, squats and leg press and my personal trainer feels that my body requires more than what a regular diet can supply. In his opinion, my body would need more proteins in order to repair the damaged tissues (since I will be expanding my frame) and for muscle growth.
He has recommended Syntha-6 because it is a lean muscle protein powder - Syntha-6 by BSN at Bodybuilding.com: Lowest Prices for Syntha-6!. I have been advised to have one protein drink in the morning along with my regular breakfast and another as a post-workout drink. The drink is to be prepared as per the manufacturer's recommendations of one scoop for 4-5 oz of milk/water/beverage of choice (in my case it is milk).
What are your views on this? My trainer has told me to watch out for any gaseous feeling while having this drink, which could indicate that my body is not able to burn the extra proteins that it receives. Are there other points which I must keep in mind while consuming protein drinks? Do you know of any symptoms that would indicate that my body is not accepting this drink?
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P.S. I have added this thread here because - 1) I am more comfortable with the regulars in the Singles Forum, and 2) I don't know if it belongs anywhere else.
The context of my question
I have started weight training two weeks ago. Initially, most of the calories/proteins that my body required were provided in the diet itself. My diet consisted of boiled vegetables, boiled chicken, boiled eggs, bread with peanut butter, nuts and milk. But since last week I have started doing some core workouts - barbell press, deadlift, squats and leg press and my personal trainer feels that my body requires more than what a regular diet can supply. In his opinion, my body would need more proteins in order to repair the damaged tissues (since I will be expanding my frame) and for muscle growth.
He has recommended Syntha-6 because it is a lean muscle protein powder - Syntha-6 by BSN at Bodybuilding.com: Lowest Prices for Syntha-6!. I have been advised to have one protein drink in the morning along with my regular breakfast and another as a post-workout drink. The drink is to be prepared as per the manufacturer's recommendations of one scoop for 4-5 oz of milk/water/beverage of choice (in my case it is milk).
What are your views on this? My trainer has told me to watch out for any gaseous feeling while having this drink, which could indicate that my body is not able to burn the extra proteins that it receives. Are there other points which I must keep in mind while consuming protein drinks? Do you know of any symptoms that would indicate that my body is not accepting this drink?
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P.S. I have added this thread here because - 1) I am more comfortable with the regulars in the Singles Forum, and 2) I don't know if it belongs anywhere else.
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