What are some low priced PROTIEN sources?

**Ass Monster** · 03-25-2002, 11:54 PM

Sup fellas? I'm a college kid tryin to get a cycle going and I was wonderin' if you guys know of any cheap, but quality, protien sources...whether that be in food or powder form. Any ideas?

**Jenna** · 03-26-2002, 08:45 AM

Eggs are cheap......just eat the whites.

Red meat is high in protein but high in fat too... If you eat red meat and you're trying to lean down too, then limit your intake to once a day, or maybe even once every 2 days.

Tuna - white albacore in the can.

Orange Roughy is a good source of protein and very lean.

Protein shakes. Isopure has about 45-50 grams of protein per serving (2 scoops) and is about $35.00 for a "tub" of it...

Chicken and turkey, of course, are good sources of protein. Try and stay away from processed foods such as some of the deli meats. Stay more towards the REAL turkey and REAL chicken breasts.

Protein bars are good too for an on-the-go snack/ source of protein.

Kidney beans are also a good source of protein, but I personally don't prefer to eat those.

Smaller snack-size sources of protein are yogurt, cottage cheese, peanut butter.....

**GenuinePL** · 03-26-2002, 08:52 AM

OPTIMUM PROTEIN
5lbs $25

Very cheap and tastes good.

**silverfox** · 03-26-2002, 08:56 AM

Stick with really food if you can, and eggs, can't go wrong with them duno where you are but here 1 doz eggs is about 2.00 Ca so make for cheap meal and very good source of protien. Also if you can buy whole turkey and cook, gives you 2-3 days good eating for about 20.00.

**Ass Monster** · 03-27-2002, 12:06 AM

Wow. thanks alot...you've all been a great help. One question to Jenna....aren't Kidney Beans an INCOMPLETE protien? I thought I might have heard that somewhere...and if they are, what do I eat with them?

**Jenna** · 03-27-2002, 08:29 AM

Originally posted by Ass Monster
Wow. thanks alot...you've all been a great help. One question to Jenna....aren't Kidney Beans an INCOMPLETE protien? I thought I might have heard that somewhere...and if they are, what do I eat with them?

Oh.... well Ass, I really don't know that one. I know that years ago I lived with a body builder that competed at the national level, and he would always eat those in a couple of his meals. But, now that you mention it, I'm almost positive that he included another source of protein with that meal.

I'm curious to know myself what an "incomplete protein" is...

**superbeast** · 03-27-2002, 10:25 AM

A complete protein contains all of the essential amino acids. Many proteins don't. Most proteins that are derived from animals like meats, eggs, milk, etc are complete. Most proteins derived from plants or other things are not complete. It can be a lot more complicated than this but I'm not getting into that.

**Jenna** · 03-27-2002, 10:37 AM

Originally posted by superbeast
It can be a lot more complicated than this but I'm not getting into that.

No need to. We got it! Thx.

**Kid Shred** · 03-27-2002, 01:11 PM

Just an Idea of what really saves me in the offseason when I'm trying o hit an exceeded protein intake and don't have enough time during the day to prepare meals. It costs me $5.00 per can at Sam's Club and each can holds 4 lbs and 2 oz. I usually go through 1 can every two days and carry lots of breathfresheners and my toothbrush to fight off my dreaded "Dragonbreath"!

**CrazyRussian** · 03-27-2002, 07:37 PM

chunk light????????? thats gross, go for the albacore!

**bigkev** · 03-27-2002, 07:41 PM

all vegetable proteins are incomplete.

i also go with the optimum nutrition whey protien. its cheap , taste good, and is quality stuff.

**shonuff** · 03-28-2002, 01:54 PM

proteinfactory.com has some good prices real cheap. eggs,tuna,cottage cheese,yogurt,peanut butter,jerky....
peace

**xzoomzx** · 03-31-2002, 02:35 PM

Orange Roughy is a good source of protein and very lean.

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WHAT IS ORANGE ROUGHY AND HOIW CAN I GET IT AND WHAT IS THE EXAC NUTRTIONAL PROFILE

**Nate_Dog** · 03-31-2002, 08:12 PM

SOY GRITS.... there was just an article about it Aust. Muscle Mag

Umm other wise call up your local egg supplier and ask they about bulk egg white powder.

I get 15kgs for $130 USD.. cheap for me

I cant eat whey... makes me feel crappy.... lactose intolerant... and yes I have tried the lactose free ones... still dont digest it well.

**Jenna** · 04-01-2002, 08:55 AM

Originally posted by xzoomzx
WHAT IS ORANGE ROUGHY AND HOIW CAN I GET IT AND WHAT IS THE EXAC NUTRTIONAL PROFILE

Orange Roughy is a kind of fish. You should be able to find it at your grocery store.

***Shredz*** · 04-01-2002, 09:45 AM

what is the best way to cook orange roughy...obviously bake it or bbq it..but what do you guys do to spice up the taste???

**superbeast** · 04-01-2002, 09:53 AM

Originally posted by Shredz
what is the best way to cook orange roughy...obviously bake it or bbq it..but what do you guys do to spice up the taste???

lemon juice and a touch of Molly McButter

***Shredz*** · 04-01-2002, 10:09 AM

Molly Mcbutter...never heard of it...

**Jenna** · 04-01-2002, 10:26 AM

Originally posted by Shredz
Molly Mcbutter...never heard of it...

It's on the spice isle at the grocery store......by the salt, pepper, Ms. Dash, sugar, flour.......you got the pic.... It's a powder butter ..... it's pretty good. I also like I Can't Believe It's Not Butter Spray..... hardly any calories and fat.

***Shredz*** · 04-01-2002, 10:33 AM

thank you...off to the grocery store i go

**xzoomzx** · 04-01-2002, 03:07 PM

HOW MUCH IS THE ROUGHY FISH?

**feelnfit** · 04-07-2002, 06:58 AM

do not forget salmon steaks, and here in my town muddy catfish on the grille with cajun seasoning. as andy says mmmmmmgood!
watch the jerkey if you are cutting too much sodium. it is cheap if you have a bass pro shop near by. it is on sale all the time there.
they have turkey and buffalo in different flavors.

**xzoomzx** · 04-07-2002, 01:29 PM

what about those foods by the brand keto they are all low carb foods .......are those good products?

**Tobey** · 04-08-2002, 07:40 PM

Hope you don't mind but I moved this to the diet section. I try to save the reciepe section for just reciepes. Here is what I take.

Low carb Isopure- $32.00 (Choclotate flavor only)
Tuna is a good source but it can really get bland if you do not have time to prepare it properly.
IC

**Canes4Ever** · 05-09-2002, 08:47 AM

Originally posted by feelnfit
do not forget salmon steaks, and here in my town muddy catfish on the grille with cajun seasoning. as andy says mmmmmmgood!
watch the jerkey if you are cutting too much sodium. it is cheap if you have a bass pro shop near by. it is on sale all the time there.
they have turkey and buffalo in different flavors.

Yeah but salmon steaks aren't really for someone on a tight budget !