Okay All...how much protein can we really absorb and can count towards protein goals, in 1...

Amber G.
on 4/23/14 7:00 am, edited 4/23/14 7:15 am
VSG on 04/02/14

For example, If I drink a shake that has 2 scoops Isopure zero carbs = 50 gr protein, will I absorb all 50 gr? I know their are mixed reviews on this one.

Thank guys! 

        
emelar
on 4/23/14 7:28 am - TX

The answer is that there is no answer.  Some people, docs included, think there's a limit of around 30g in one sitting, but there's no science that I've found to back that up.  Of course, I haven't gone looking recently either!

Amber G.
on 4/23/14 7:34 am
VSG on 04/02/14

Thanks Emelar!

        
grayC
on 4/23/14 7:29 am
VSG on 05/01/13

FWIW my Dr told me there is no amount that we can't absorb..

so that's what I stand by.

   

        
Amber G.
on 4/23/14 7:35 am
VSG on 04/02/14

Thanks GrayC!

        
(deactivated member)
on 4/23/14 7:53 am

It seems to be complicated.  I have read two studies that are referenced on this subject that point to people being able to process quite a bit of protein at one sitting.  On the other hand, there are relevant divergent opinions.  There is also quite a bit of disagreement about how much protein is needed in the first place.  My doctor would prefer that I take in about 30 grams before 10 AM, I don't seem to get even close to that lately, but that would be his preference for me. 

Amber G.
on 4/23/14 8:03 am
VSG on 04/02/14

Thanks Elina!

        
Jennifer E.
on 4/23/14 9:52 am

My nut says 30 gr.

 Jennifer:  HW:  252     SW: 244.   CW:  168

Surgery Date:  3/17/14

      

Amber G.
on 4/23/14 12:08 pm
VSG on 04/02/14
Thanks Jennifer!
        
deniseselah
on 4/23/14 10:25 am - Kansas City, MO
VSG on 05/06/14

great question! thanks for posting and thanks to everyone who answered.

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I will lift up the cup of salvation and call on the name of the Lord,  I will pay my vows to the Lord in the presence of all his people. Precious in the sight of the Lord is the death of his faithful ones.  

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