Supplements the debate/discussion thread

dun said:
Just had a quick look but can't find the exact article.
Google "Egg eaas" or "egg essential amino acids" and there is a load of guff to look through :)
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Kool, I'll have a read thanks. I think using EAA's may be a good alternative over eating 'too many' eggs (if possible) due to cholestorol levels, plus also those looking for exact fat and protein levels in their diet. If that makes sense.

ConTRo13R said:
When taking BCAA's do i take say 3 before training and then 3 after training? and do i take them on days when i dont train?
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That would depend entirely on what BCAA's you are taking. Do you mean 3 grams? 3 tablets? handfuls or what? Different brands will have different amounts in each tablet.

When I took BCAA's I took them before and after training and on off days. They help to combat protein/muscle breakdown so you want them every day I would imagine. Have a google see what you can find it's quite a widely asked question. You will probaly find conflicting suggestions as with most supplements.
 
Benny06 said:
That would depend entirely on what BCAA's you are taking. Do you mean 3 grams? 3 tablets? handfuls or what? Different brands will have different amounts in each tablet.

When I took BCAA's I took them before and after training and on off days. They help to combat protein/muscle breakdown so you want them every day I would imagine. Have a google see what you can find it's quite a widely asked question. You will probaly find conflicting suggestions as with most supplements.
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3 tablets is what i mean, got them from here MyProtein

On the off days i guess juts take them at regular intervals?
 
Just back up to uni after being at home for a few days and my package of Beta Alanine was sat on the stairs, I've used a formula containing it before which apparently had 2.5g per serving and felt no tingle.
I've just taken my first dose of 2.5g measured with scales and wow thats a weird feeling had it about 10mins ago and im still tingling its a really strange feeling
 
Anyone know if its worth me taking milk protein blend with my oat/banana shake in the morning rather than whey? I could save a bit of money by just using whey and tend to have cottage cheese at night now rather than the milk protein.

I also require a MP referall code and assumed someone in this thread would like/use the points on my first order ($$$$$$$ :p). First person to post gets it.
I'll be getting:
Impact Whey Protein [unflavoured] [10lb / 4.54kg] £28.88 Post workout, managed to man up and stop flavouring this with nesquik etc.

Caffeine Pro [100 tablets] £3.89 I'll be using this infrequently, when I'm tired at uni ~1 hour before the gym, I dont like tea/coffee so figured this is a better idea?

Rhodiola Rosea 90x400mg softgels £8.95 Gonna try this for 90 days and see how I feel, I've read some good things. (I sleep easily anyway, so I'd be impressed if it interferes with this)

Omega 3Size: 250 Softgels £8.99 Take 4 spread through meals currently

Instant Milk Protein -Flavour: Unflavoured [2.5kg] £27.99 Currently have 20g of this/45g oats/banana/200ml milk in the morning
Pill Box £0.99

MP Max Blender Bottle Mini £2.95 Size: 400ml
 
I'd get the whey in the morning simply because after a long night of not feeding yourself (sure, you had some slow release protein in the night but it's a long time) you'd want some protein in there quick.
oh and MP161701 :D
 
Personally I'd take whey over night to prevent excessive catabolism, and have a protein rich breakfast. :) However I agree that having protein in the morning is vital to break the catabolic cycle, and help the metabolism. About 20g of protein is absorbed by your body in the morning for your immune system, endocrine systems and generally towards vital organs.

However cottage cheese or similar is obviously a good and preferable option to taking a supplement. Pea or hemp protein would be equally as good an alternative.

RR works wonders in cycles for a lot of people - it's a morning supp anyway - I'm sure you've read my thoughts on it before.
 
MP90145

There's your code:)

Although I found the MP shakers to be a bit naff as they had some springy ball as opposed to plastic mesh. I've found shakers with mesh to be much much better and getting things mixed and stopping clumps.
 
Freefaller said:
Personally I'd take whey over night to prevent excessive catabolism, and have a protein rich breakfast. :) However I agree that having protein in the morning is vital to break the catabolic cycle, and help the metabolism.
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So does that suggest I should go for slow release milk protein or whey:confused:. I can almost get twice the amount of whey for the same money, and it tastes better too.
Also yeah you're the main source of info I've read on RR, I read some stuff on myprotein forums too (might be chong warrior? he has the same sig anyway).
 
In the morning your going to want some quick hitting protein to get your body ready for the day so whey is the best choice, if you were looking for something for before bed then milk protein would be the better option.
It is CW hes Bison over on MP and was one of the first people I heard about the benefits of RR from, its a pitty he doesnt post in here much these days
 
Give him a nudge on MP to post more here! :p

Yeah slow release protein in the evening and fast protein in the morning WITH carbs.

The protein I buy now is non whey based, at the moment I've got hemp protein which is quite nice and just as if not more complete than whey, but also has a great amino acid profile, some EFAs, good vitamin profile (containing vit c which is THE anti cortisol supplement) and GLA a rare amino acid.

Post work out adding vit c to your protein and carb shake is a good way of reducing cortisol which is a catabolic hormone. It's absolutely necessary before and during workout, but you want to stop it ASAP after training. At night GH is released when you sleep which overrides cortisol anyway, but upon waking the levels raise, so vit c again is good to have in the morning. Doesn't always need supplementing if you eat the right foods. :)
 
the_chicco said:
Joints have started to play up again. Already taking Cod Liver oil daily, worth me trying Glucosamine?
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Tripple Strength Omega 3? With high levels of EPA/DHA?

Not sure if Cod Liver Oil will have been doing the same thing. FF might know.

Getting lots of fish in your diet already?
 
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