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Old 08-05-2010, 01:10 AM
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If you are referring to getting 1 gram/ pound of bodyweight in only whey protein (as in the powders) then ... this is not correct.

You should get as much of your protein as possible out of real foods and just supplement (hence the name ... supplements) with protein powder. A whey shake is excellent for part of a quick snack if you don't have time for a full meal.

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Thanks, I'll have to research different foods and their protein. With me going through the Fire Fighter academy full time, 8 hour's Monday through Friday, i might not be able to get the as much protein from whole food as i would like, but I'll try.
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