what protien powder is good for putting on weight?
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I'm assuming you are looking to bulk up and add muscle... If so simply consuming protein powder is not going to do it alone.  Protein helps to rebuild muscle that has been broken down but to gain weight you need to consume carbs (lots) and fats as well.  Try this:  5-6 meals a day consisting of 50 grams of protein, 150 grams of complex carbs, and 15-20 grams of fats (ie. canola oil).  Get a food scale and a book that explains food counts.  \nDon't eat junk and work your muscles so that you experience muscle fatigue (the burn) and soreness (a good sore not injured) after each training session - if you are not sore you have not worked hard enough!  In addition, look to a protein powder that also contains carbs for the extra calories.  You can use a shake to supplement or replace a meal.  Hope this helps...don't give up it can take a lot of hard work and comes easier for some people...I personally was very lean but it works - I went from 160 to 210 lbs and still lean over several years naturally.\nAs for the powder...most of the brand names are ok...
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whey protein powder and a multivitamin really....ive learnt (by experience) that most others are just a waste of money...you just need to ensure you're getting enough protein to heal your muscles, and a good multivitamin just for the sake of it.....i also take a zinc supplement to make sure my testosterone level is high enough, and a magnesium citrate (300mg) pill to relax muscles..dont bother with most of that fancy stuff....creatine will add some bulk though....but yeah, vitamin+protein would be adequate
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Take in more calories such as ensure for older people but its shake like and has added calories.\nGNC stores also sell products called weight gainer.\nIts a powdered mixture.\nAdd this to what you already take in.
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Go to a heath store and buy a batch or two of those protein drinks.  They're designed to make you "bulk up".  If you don't exercise regularly while taking these, you'll gain weight for sure.
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ok depending on your weight you should try to take 1gram of protein per body weight, so if your 150 pounds = 150 grams of protein try to eat more real foods than protein powder, also drink plently of water, and make sure your protein poweder has atleast 20grams of protein per scoop with calories less than 150 per scoop, SYNTRAX  NECTAR had good stuff.
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if you go on to food network alton brown has a recipe for protein bars that have the best of everything for your body. Make those to get the best for your body. My hubby is a personal trainer and he uses Bally's protein drinks and weight gainers. He likes them. I've tried them and they are ok.
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MUSCLE TONE IS ONE WAY AND TO REALLY PUT ON WEIGHT IS TRICKY UNLESS YA WORK OUT EVERYDAY  GO TO G N C STORES THEY HAVE A  PROTEIN COMPOUND TO PUT IT ON WHILE BUILDING THE MUSCLE
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I like protein shakes.  They are an easy way to supplement your diet with additional protein.  \n\nThey can be a waste of money, though, if you already eat an adequate diet.  A can of tuna or a turkey sandwhich is equivalent to a protein shake.  The protein shake is nice for when you want something quick and easy. Often times, the shakes are flavored and can take the edge off of a sugar craving.\n\nI drink 0 to 2 shakes a day, depending upon if I need them or not.  I think a lot of the magazines that push the protein drinks do that because the majority of their advertisers are for protein shakes.  So I use them when I need them.\n\nBad things about them: I've noticed that a lot of the whey protein shakes have a lot of cholesterol in them. If you are concerned or have an issue with your cholesterol, then try the soy ones.\n\nIf you take protein shakes without working out, you'll likely just gain body fat.  Most shakes are only about 100 - 150 calories so you won't get overweight, overnight but you aren't going to get much benefit from them.\n\nAll in all, if you can afford them and you need a quick jolt of protein, use them. Otherwise you can always use normal food to supplement your bodybuilding efforts.
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Personally, I have had the best benefits with Whey shakes.  More protein is better, rule of thumb is about your body weight in pounds equal to grams of daily protein.  Exp 150 lbs = 150 grams of protein.  You should also take a multi vitamin to help your boby utilize the protein.  Ignore the brands, read the labels.  Don't forget the carbs!  Protein is energy too but you'll need carbs to fuel your work out.  Simple carbs like sugar, high calorie deserts during or around your work and pasta, bread, grains the night before.
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I dont know the name of any specific product but I do know its gotta be one with a high content of protein. That and muscle toning and weight lifting exercises.
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ctyogainer is great but its a weight gainer not a protin powder but it still packs a lot of protein
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If you use them with a good weight lifting program, they work great. The protein powder is used to build the muscle and creatine is used to give you more energy while lifting.\n\nYou should get most of your protein from your diet. Creatine is also found in some your meats, like beef. Try to get as much as you from you diet, and then supplement your diet with the supplements (hence the name "supplements").
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Try Universal Animal Stack.  It is to be used with weight trainning and will build strength and burn fat.  I used it but had to stop because I was losing weight when I needed to gain weight.  Strength went up like a son of a b_tch though.
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Improve your muscles by weightlifting, or body lifting. You dont need to take protein powder, but be sure do digest more protein because your muscles will need it. And be sure to rest a day in between workouts.
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I'm taking NoXplode right now and I love it. Its really given me motivation in the gym. Dont buy it from GNC though youll spend twice as much as you would if you ordered it over the internet. Stack  NoXPlode with a good whey protein, Optimum is my favorite. Dont take and diet pills while you're trying to gain weight. Proper nutrition is key to great gains.
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well, unlike other ppl who answered this question, I think supplements are a good idea. You need to start somewhere and sometimes supplements and their results can give u the extra little push u need. Anyway, I would recommend anything that has soy in it. Soy protein or whey protein BUT I would rather suggest you go to a GNC store or one silmilar to it. They know more and they will help you out better. Good luck!!!
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When I used to lift weights, I used whey protien, creatine and had success with both. I still use the whey protien and eat lots of egg whites, and chicken. You may also want to look into NO2, it is a supplement that I personally have not used, though have heard it is very good.