Hi all! Silly question. I make fresh smoothies every day with organic blueberries and raspberries.
I use plain greek yogurt and add a touch of honey, spirulina, a small amount of OJ(for vitamin C) and a bit of flax seed oil to help inflammation.
I've read lots of recipes using protein powder. I guess my question is, is this okay to use?
I don't want to take in anything that may "rock the boat" so to speak. But my muscle tone is non-existent so I think I need to up my protein intake since I don't get enough.
I'm not the worlds greatest eater so this seems like a good way to get a little help along with diet modification.
Anyone that uses any, please let me know! There's a million brands out there!
I wish I could eat pizza and candy all day instead of protein smoothies and baked chicken breast! lol
Thanks in advance!
Posted by Lymetoo (Member # 743) on :
I use hemp protein powder. How are you getting away with all of the fruit, OJ, and honey??
Moving to General Support....
Posted by faithful777 (Member # 22872) on :
Berries are low sugar and low glycemic. I had no issues eating berries during treatment and my LLMD allows them.
Not the OJ and honey though.
I did add protein powder to all smoothies and still do.
Posted by Carmen (Member # 42391) on :
whey protein powder is known to boost glutathione levels with regular use and it keeps you away from soy based products.. I use Jarrow but immunocal (sp?) is superior but I have not the money for it.
yes best to eliminate the oj and honey. Just take a vitamin c supplement. sweeten with stevia.
Posted by Keebler (Member # 12673) on :
See post: Caution: Aspartate; Glutamine; and Phenylalanine (3 excitatory amino acids that can be wrong for us when added as supplements, beyond a normal dietary level)
Seaweed has its own natural MSG and can be very excitatory. A little can be great for some of us but it's not good for everyone
Excitotoxins; MSG; Aspartame; & "Natural" Flavors (that are not likely natural at all);
GMO foods that destroy the GI Tract; Gluten; Dairy. -
Posted by Keebler (Member # 12673) on :
- HEMP is the best choice for protein powder added to any kinds of foods. Usually, it's organic and there is nothing added to it. That's best. Then add your own ingredients.
It can be blended with anything and still maintain its good properties. Some is more finely ground than others and, for some, they can be a bit grainy. Still, that's good fiber and mixed with veggies and bit of tart fruit, the consistency is usually fine.
It's the fine powder that may be more desired when stirring with just water for a quick pick me up. -
Posted by Keebler (Member # 12673) on :
- NUTS can serve as both the protein & fat for a wonderful smoothie IF the blender is strong enough. (VitaMix and BlendTec are very good for this but some of the stronger blenders may be just fine, too)
Soft varieties like walnuts and pecans work best for blenders that may not be the strongest (and even for the strong ones). There may still be bits of nuts, though, it's won't turn into a sheer liquid. Still, here's how to start:
Water: 2 cups in blender
Rinse 1 cup of walnuts &/or pecans, shake out excess water and add to blender.
Cover, pulse, then move into working it until it's where you want it.
SAVE out how ever much of the nut "milk" you don't want in the smoothie and store in fridge, add a touch of stevia and vanilla for a nice drink later. A dash of nutmeg will make that a nog, of sorts.
Then, add other ingredients bit by bit as you would from the start (tougher ingredients first so they have more blender time). -
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Posted by Keebler (Member # 12673) on :
- Nut "meal" bought in a package can also serve for the protein, fiber and fat content. Then harder nut varieties can be used, like almond and hazelnut (filberts).
But, there really is no way to turn it into a nut "milk" -- I don't understand why, I've tried and tried. It just doesn't work (maybe because it's dry, all the "liquid" in the nut has been dried off).
Still, a nut "meal" will add lots of good fiber, protein and fat for our brains, especially. Just bed sure of the source and handling of what you buy already ground.
Even for those of us who buy mostly organic, organic nuts are usually prohibitively expensive. So, just research the source well and go for the best. They need not be certified organic but you do want them from the more mindful sources. -
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Posted by Keebler (Member # 12673) on :
- CHIA SEEDS, too, are excellent nutrition and fiber.
Left to soak in any liquid in the fridge, they will turn anything into a "pudding" of sorts within a few hours (or overnight).
Chia seeds can turn any nut milk into a healthier version of tapioca - just add a touch of stevia, vanilla and nutmeg, etc.
Also works with coconut milk. Best if soaked overnight in fridge, letting the seeds really soften and expand. -
Posted by Lymetoo (Member # 743) on :
Very jealous about the berries! Posted by Lymetoo (Member # 743) on :
Not right now. I think the only fruits I'm allowed are cranberries, limes and lemons. Can't tolerate any of those.
Oh well.. I think I'm making progress. It may take another year or so.
Posted by phyl6648 (Member # 28522) on :
I use the Spirul-tein protein shake cause its easy not sure if its what I should have .. But not sure of anything anymore.
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