Free Diet advice by Narkissos & Novastepp: Intro to Performance Nutrition 101

[MrFreshmaker]

Hey Nova
I have a question for you! I have access to homemade liquid whey! Can that replace whey protein powder?Not in terms of protein maybe,but other benefits?

[javajim]

Hi, I was wondering if I could get a little help on my diet. I have just lost 70 lbs in 9 months and now I want to loose a bit more BF, but I like being at 205 maybe 210 13-15 % bf. I am 57 years old lift 5 days a week for about 1 hr.I also do HIIT on the treadmill for 30 min 5 x a week. I eat very clean I do have a cheat day on Sat. I eat about 2700 cal a day 77 grams fat 219-gram protein 177 grams carbs Thank you in advance

[novastepp]

Hi, I was wondering if I could get a little help on my diet. I have just lost 70 lbs in 9 months and now I want to loose a bit more BF, but I like being at 205 maybe 210 13-15 % bf. I am 57 years old lift 5 days a week for about 1 hr.I also do HIIT on the treadmill for 30 min 5 x a week. I eat very clean I do have a cheat day on Sat. I eat about 2700 cal a day 77 grams fat 219-gram protein 177 grams carbs Thank you in advance

From a macro standpoint, it seems you know where you are and where you need to be, and you are in touch with your body's needs. But without a diet, it is difficult for me to critique your protein, carbohydrate, and fat sources.

Post up your diet for review and I'd be happy to take a look and give a few options/opinions, JavaJim.

Congratulations on your weightloss and I wish you well on your continued journey!

[novastepp]

Hey Nova
I have a question for you! I have access to homemade liquid whey! Can that replace whey protein powder?Not in terms of protein maybe,but other benefits?

You have to be highly selective of "homemade or natural whey"

From what I understand it can be better than every single whey protein out there if it is done correctly. I do not personally know of any producers. Some of the benefits I have read include:
Lactoferrin, a multifunctional protein that works as an anti-inflammatory
Bovine serum albumin (BSA), a substance high in amino acids that has been shown to increase antioxidant activity and maintain healthy cholesterol levels
Immunoglobulins to bolster immunity with probiotics
Essential amino acids in a highly bioavailable form
Glutathione precursors, to boost production of antioxidants
Minerals such as potassium, iron and zinc
Vitamins notably riboflavin which helps the body to convert carbohydrates into fuel

Some are similar to other whey isolates, but I just wanted to mentioned what I had heard. I have to experience with this either.