Protein Powder

SusielQ · December 2010

Does anyone use a good protein powder that is safe to take while pregnant?

I've heard that protein powders are not good for the baby.

Thx

annak23 · December 2010

I would not take protein powder unless you are working out to build muscle mass, otherwise you will just gain alot of weight. If you are worried about your protein intake, eat protein rich foods (lean meats, yogurt, eggs, etc).

ColindaP · December 2010

annak23:
I would not take protein powder unless you are working out to build muscle mass, otherwise you will just gain alot of weight. If you are worried about your protein intake, eat protein rich foods (lean meats, yogurt, eggs, etc).

Um, this is complete and utter bunk. Protein is protein is protein and only causes weight gain if eaten in great excess and in caloric excess.

OP - protein powder is fine. If you can find unsweetened/unflavored, it's better. Eating whole foods is preferable, because they're more satiating and there are other vitamins and minerals that you eat in complement when you eat whole foods, but protein powder is neither dangerous nor will it turn you into Ahnold.

heylee · December 2010

You can ask the people at GNC or Vitamin World or try Whey protein powders. You can find some at health food stores like Whole Foods, just make sure there aren't extra additives in it like artificial sweeteners.

msjcordova · December 2010

heylee:
You can ask the people at GNC or Vitamin World or try Whey protein powders. You can find some at health food stores like Whole Foods, just make sure there aren't extra additives in it like artificial sweeteners.

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katxattack · December 2010

I add a small amount of whey protein to my oatmeal or cereal for a bit more oompf of protein other than just milk.

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