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Amy I.
on 9/14/09 9:43 am
Protein Bars?   Protein bars, if really needed, can act as a meal replacement in a bind. However most of them tend to have higher calorie and carbohydrate content. If they are frequently used as a snack, make sure you’re watching your daily calorie and carbohydrate intake to assure you’re not exceeding. I highly recommend getting your protein from the food itself. Aim for lean proteins coming from:
  ~Lean Meats: chicken, turkey, fish, and beef that’s 95 % lean ~Soy: edamame (soy beans), veggie burgers, tofu ~Dairy: non fat or low fat cottage cheese, Greek yogurt, Ricotta cheese, and non fat milk

Try to use protein bars sparingly.  If you're looking to boost protein between meals, opt instead for a low calorie/low carbohydrate protein drink or consider smaller protein snack such as reduced fat mozzarella string cheese.

- Amy Ingols, RD

Amy Ingols, Registered Dietitian

Laparoscopic Associates of San Francisco

Katt M.
on 9/14/09 9:58 am - Fontana, CA
Hi Amy, realistically how much protein do we absorb at one time. I've heard conflicting reports.
 
    
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seasheleyes
on 9/14/09 10:03 am - Manteca, CA
H Amy,
My question is: I was told once that heating up protein powders above a certain temperature negates the protein powder... is this true?
Julia
Amy I.
on 9/18/09 4:23 am
Yes, actually heating the protein over 120 degrees can actually denature the protein and not allow it to mix as well either. So when heating it up, try not to overdo it.

Amy Ingols, Registered Dietitian

Laparoscopic Associates of San Francisco

kathyh1
on 9/18/09 5:33 am - Running Springs, CA
RNY on 07/24/08 with
So is it's temperature a mixing problem or a breaking down of the protein that makes it an absorption problem. Sorry for slow input not sure how long this was asked, had some extra time to snoop around.



 

Amy I.
on 9/18/09 6:01 am
Its the temperature. 
kathyh1
on 9/18/09 2:25 pm - Running Springs, CA
RNY on 07/24/08 with
If I am dense please for give me,so over hearting it makes it difficult to mix and not for the body to absorb, correct??



 

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