Whey Protein and max absorption

[fastindirt]

Hi. I like to take a double scoop of ON whey in the morning which is 30g protein per scoop. Question is, can the body absorb this much or am I making expensive piss? Also, how much is too many scoops in a day? I know its better to get my protein by quality food by sometimes thats not convenient.

[almostgone]

I usually try to space my whey/ supplemental protein out to about 30g every 2 hours if I have to resort to it instead of a meal. It seems to process through my system better?
I do make an exception for my pre and post lift shakes due to my schedule. They are usually a little over an hour apart.

[fastindirt]

I usually try to space my whey/ supplemental protein out to about 30g every 2 hours if I have to resort to it instead of a meal. It seems to process through my system better?
I do make an exception for my pre and post lift shakes due to my schedule. They are usually a little over an hour apart.

Thanks, I appreciate the answer. Glad that I am doing it correctly

[hellomycognomen]

Absorption rate will depend on the type of whey it is, hydrolyzed, isolate, concentrate, or mix.

Your body will absorb/use what it needs, store some excess, and discard the rest.

If you are trying to maximize muscle protein synthesis 30-40g every 3-4hrs is optimal.

Large meals vs small meals, thermo effect, etc everyone is different and will respond differently.

At the end of the day as long as you are getting your macros thats all that matters. Keep it simple.

[Marsoc]

I always wondered that also. Because I heard that ones body can only digest or absorb 30grams. At a time. I like taking 20grams pre workout so it's there to use and then 40-50grams post workout for surplus. 50grams on large muscle group days mainly. Sometimes if I'm in a hurry for breakfast I'll mix up 20grams with milk and 2 table spoons roughly peanut butter for some extra macros

[almostgone]

Absorption rate will depend on the type of whey it is, hydrolyzed, isolate, concentrate, or mix.

Your body will absorb/use what it needs, store some excess, and discard the rest.

If you are trying to maximize muscle protein synthesis 30-40g every 3-4hrs is optimal.

Large meals vs small meals, thermo effect, etc everyone is different and will respond differently.

At the end of the day as long as you are getting your macros thats all that matters. Keep it simple.

My system seems tolerate to whey protein isolate the best? Occasionally I will buy a blend of WPI, PeptoPro, and egg white, but WPI is my mainstay.

[hellomycognomen]

My system seems tolerate to whey protein isolate the best? Occasionally I will buy a blend of WPI, PeptoPro, and egg white, but WPI is my mainstay.

Whey concentrate contains a lot of lactose which gives people the bloating and related discomforts. I personally stay away from blends because the exact ratios or mixtures are usually not disclosed. Because isolate goes through more extensive purity and filtration processes it does cost more but IMO its well worth the added price. I dont buy concentrate anymore, its too damn thick when mixed and when factoring in price, purity, grams/scoop whey isolate remains the clear winner every time.

[kelkel]

thermo effect

I get that often. Then for some reason no one wants to be in the same room with me.

[Marsoc]

O man protein gas is the worst lol. Like a dead gremlin is rotting in my ass

[almostgone]

Whey concentrate contains a lot of lactose which gives people the bloating and related discomforts. I personally stay away from blends because the exact ratios or mixtures are usually not disclosed. Because isolate goes through more extensive purity and filtration processes it does cost more but IMO its well worth the added price. I dont buy concentrate anymore, its too damn thick when mixed and when factoring in price, purity, grams/scoop whey isolate remains the clear winner every time.

LOL, it's not that kind of blend. I specify the mixture. Usually 70-75% WPI, 10% PeptoPro(hydrolyzed caseinate), and the remainder is egg white protein.

[hellomycognomen]

LOL, it's not that kind of blend. I specify the mixture. Usually 70-75% WPI, 10% PeptoPro(hydrolyzed caseinate), and the remainder is egg white protein.

Haha. My bad man, sometimes I read too fast. -Cheers