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First let's discuss the benefits of a high-protein diet. From a fat-loss perspective,
protein is the macronutrient that is the most calorie wasteful in terms of breakdown.
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theoneman says:
brown rice/wholegrain basmati rice. Wholegrain loaf, Salmon, Mackerel, Tuna, Turkey, Chicken and beef once a
week. plenty of green veg and some fruits before 3pm and you will be fine. plenty of water too and for gods sake dont
negelct cardio, even if bulking I have seen so many men with massive pecs, flabby abs and low cardiovascular
fitness.
Posted 2009-03-13 06:31:17 EST

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lovinlife says:
My favorite protein powder is IsaLean Shake. It is 23 grams of high quality protein - undenatured organic whey
protein. Honestly, it's the only shake I've had that I haven't been tired of before the canister was finished. And if you
want more protein, you can buy the IsaPro Protein Powder and add to your shake.
Posted 2009-03-10 18:43:15 EST

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mark says:
for mass you need almost twice as many carbs as you do protein,and i mean healthy carbs. 1 to 1.5g of protein per
pound of bodyweight is plenty to bulk up. Read any fitness mag.
Posted 2009-03-02 12:31:18 EST

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biceptual says:
ketosis is a natural body state where the liver converts glucose from fats into oxalacetate and acetylene, as a source
of energy.

because this happens during starvation, where the body is just burning through fats, the neurons and nervous system
run off of the converted alcohols, but normally run off the same glucoses made from normal carboxyl groups.

you can damage your body badly if you dont make a transition to this type of diet, so be careful and talk to a doctor
first.
Posted 2008-09-26 16:30:24 EST

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custombuilt says:
Take protein for sports..it prevents your body from eating away your muscles when it has nothing left to fuel off of.
Make sure to eat carbs too..need carbs for suger and energy, but thats a given
Posted 2008-08-06 21:49:54 EST

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suzie says:
how about protein vs sports (endurance) for muscles
Posted 2008-02-18 21:56:27 EST

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shima says:
in find some article about "high protein diet in exercise"
Posted 2008-02-18 21:54:37 EST

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mike says:
I went from 150-190 lbs in 5 months by working out like a mad man for 2 hrs a day 6 days a week. My diet consisted
of a balance between carbs, colories and of course the most important- protein. My goal was to reach 300 grams of
protein a day, and it worked!
Posted 2007-11-22 15:29:34 EST

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jay says:
High protein in and of itself does not damage your kidneys. More water is good but watch it so as not to throw off
your electrolyte balance (e.g., muscle cramps).
Posted 2007-11-18 21:34:20 EST

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trigga1uk says:
what is 155 pounds?, why dont you just say your weight in ounces.
Posted 2007-11-17 16:23:18 EST

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