Started supplementing with whey protein yesterday. Fatsecret shows that my protein intake on a Friday is usually around 28g. Yesterday (with the whey protein) it was 97g.
Today on the early morning dog walk I had much more energy than I usually do. I know that it just may be a coincidence as it is only one day with a higher level of protein but it could be a sign that my body does need the higher level of protein.
I have been concerned at my low levels of protein consumption for several years and am so pleased that this thread has galvanised me into doing something about it - instead of worrying about it but doing absolutely nothing to rectify it.
Thank you, that's a very good point. Will make sure that I do check my after meal blood sugars when I do add whey protein.my suggestion would be to monitor your blood glucose carefully as you introduce whey protein.
Your bgs may be excellent on it, but some people find that whey protein raises blood glucose.
fortunately, there are a variety of protein options for shakes. These include pea, hemp, egg, whey, and probably a few I have never heard of, so thereis an option for nearly everyone.
Absolutely inspirational! Thank you so much for posting!!!!!My results so far with a high protein low carb diet and exercise(13 months) . I have to do a 14 day quarantine when I get back to Singapore, I plan on doing a PSMF. See if I can lose more around the middle,
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I’m wondering if it makes a difference whether I look at my PE ratio for the whole day - putting daily totals of protein, fat, carbs and fibre into the calculator. Or if it should be done with each individual food eaten?
Do you think it’ll average out if the daily total is good (>1) but I’ve eaten a couple of individual things with a lower ratio?
I think this is the general principal. It is another dietary approach to try. I am a firm believer in the 80 / 20 rule. Most of the experienced low carbers could produce a food / meal list that would "work" across the board, as an example for meat eaters beef I would say would fit into that category. For the 20% they might need more fat, more carbs, walking, no diary etc. It is impossible to have a one size fits all, but there is a "best" fits for the majority.Yes. Pretty sure averages are fine - in the book he talks about the 80/20 thing, i.e stick to it 80% of the time and all will be good. I’m not being anal about it at all, just mindful to eat more of the higher PE things.
Interesting about your weight loss and blood sugars.
Be careful with the whey. For anyone taking this, watch your IR. If you have a bio impedence scale, watch in particular your fat mass. Where possible get the protein from something you can chew.Started supplementing with whey protein yesterday. Fatsecret shows that my protein intake on a Friday is usually around 28g. Yesterday (with the whey protein) it was 97g.
Today on the early morning dog walk I had much more energy than I usually do. I know that it just may be a coincidence as it is only one day with a higher level of protein but it could be a sign that my body does need the higher level of protein.
I have been concerned at my low levels of protein consumption for several years and am so pleased that this thread has galvanised me into doing something about it - instead of worrying about it but doing absolutely nothing to rectify it.
Thank you for this information. I am definitely trying to up my consumption of protein you have to chew.Be careful with the whey. For anyone taking this, watch your IR. If you have a bio impedence scale, watch in particular your fat mass. Where possible get the protein from something you can chew.
Unfortunately, as I have got older my appetite has got much smaller and it is really hard now to eat enough of the stuff that you have to chew to get the protein I need -
I would be really happy if you could forward me some of your appetite. It will be gratefully received. Interestingly appetite is a bit better with cream drastically cut and very strangely my nut butter cravings have completely disappeared.You’re welcome to some of my appetite, which could do with reducing! Seriously, sounds very positive.
I had an unexpected HbA1c thrown in with some bloods for another investigation and it had gone down a point since early Feb, so the high protein is suiting me.
This is great. Where I was so dialed into my diet I knew it was one of 2 things which altered my fat levels. Both Gabriel Lyons and Ted Naimen appear to be OK with whey, and they are the experts, so my experience / advice was based on my anecdote and a previous video that showed in another 1 of 1 direct trial food vs whey, produced a better response for the food in a young male. Both circumstances were males. I also remember an interview with an England rugby international who send they preference food first and then a protein shake if they don't meet the target protein.Thank you for this information. I am definitely trying to up my consumption of protein you have to chew.
Unfortunately, as I have got older my appetite has got much smaller and it is really hard now to eat enough of the stuff that you have to chew to get the protein I need - which is why whey and casien protein powder has been invaluable. I will look at other protein powders but at the moment I have 2kg of these to get through.
Have taken the fast acting whey after strenuous exercise (between 10 and 15g a day) and the slower acting casien (30 to 35g a day) spread out through the day to avoid blood sugar spikes.
Have obsessively checked blood sugars since I started last Friday (which makes this my 6th day not my 4th as I wrote in my post) and blood sugars are running lower than they do normally - which hopefully means that it isn't making IR worse.
I must admit that I haven't managed 1g of protein for every 1lb of ideal body weight but previously my intake was between 28g and 48g a day and now it is between 95g and 100g a day.
I must admit that I really resisted going down the protein powder route but had to give in once I read about the P.E. diet and had to work out a way to get adequate protein.This is great. Where I was so dialed into my diet I knew it was one of 2 things which altered my fat levels. Both Gabriel Lyons and Ted Naimen appear to be OK with whey, and they are the experts, so my experience / advice was based on my anecdote and a previous video that showed in another 1 of 1 direct trial food vs whey, produced a better response for the food in a young male. Both circumstances were males. I also remember an interview with an England rugby international who send they preference food first and then a protein shake if they don't meet the target protein.
So as the experts are fine with whey, the tests were not for women and whey has been used for years, it seems that it is a test and see the results, which you have done with good results - seems better to get the protein in than not at all.
Diet Doctor have confirmed they are all-in with the higher protein:
https://www.dietdoctor.com/high-protein/foods
https://www.dietdoctor.com/new-low-carb-meal-plan-high-protein-for-effective-weight-loss-1
That closes the link. Why have a dog and bark yourself. They could pay me as a meal tester.I believe Ted Naiman is working for them 1 day a week - officially, on the payroll: https://www.dietdoctor.com/dr-ted-naiman-to-help-hone-higher-protein-options-for-better-weight-loss
Very interesting link. The more I read about P.E the more I think that it is perfect for me.I believe Ted Naiman is working for them 1 day a week - officially, on the payroll: https://www.dietdoctor.com/dr-ted-naiman-to-help-hone-higher-protein-options-for-better-weight-loss
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