Precious Protein
Posted by RMAP NurseQ. Should I use protein bars/shakes in my routine diet?
A. Our philosophy at RMAP is to eat for the lifetime; point being to utilize natural/real food for energy sources. We recommend eating 40-60 grams of protein/day, which equates to 160-240 calories/day. This is very achievable by eating more natural sources of protein- yogurt, cheese, beans, tofu, deli meats, chicken, ground beef, steak, and even vegetables.
Protein shakes are very calorie dense for a small volume, and they will empty your pouch faster than regular food, leaving you hungry sooner. Protein shakes are also not always available wherever you may go in the world, and learning how to eat appropriately on food is the best route to making lifestyle changes.
There are several patients who have been very successful at weight loss and maintenance by choosing to use protein supplements on a more regular basis. Who are we to argue success in that circumstance? Our philosophy simply stems from the success we have seen in the majority of our patients, and not the exception.
