# \#protein **URL:** https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/tag/protein/22.md [Latest](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/tags.md) --- ## [Post Kidney Donation Protein Intake](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/t/post-kidney-donation-protein-intake/20078)
**Author:** [@mikeginnetti-7536](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/u/mikeginnetti-7536)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [August 28, 2026, 11:16pm UTC](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/t/post-kidney-donation-protein-intake/20078 "2026-08-28T23:16:13Z")
Looking for some advice on protein intake after donating a kidney. I’ve gotten some very basic recommendations that point to a much lower than 1g per lb than I have eaten historically, with justifications being very vagu… --- ## [No Whey RX avaliable - alternatives?](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/t/no-whey-rx-avaliable-alternatives/17106)
**Author:** [@Radnor80](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/u/Radnor80)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [March 14, 2025, 2:19pm UTC](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/t/no-whey-rx-avaliable-alternatives/17106 "2025-03-14T14:19:41Z")
It is time to buy more protein powder. I was about to purchase Whey Rx Protein Isolate Chocolate on the website, but I see there are no shipping options to the Philippines, unfortunately :frowning: I have used Optimum … --- ## [Casein Protein](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/t/casein-protein/14662)
**Author:** [@Barbell\_Shaman](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/u/Barbell_Shaman)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [July 10, 2024, 7:51pm UTC](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/t/casein-protein/14662 "2024-07-10T19:51:41Z")
Dr. Jordan, I was wondering if you could shed some light on casein protein? I was always under the impression of its inferiority compared to whey. But now I’m questioning my beliefs. All I know is that it digests more s… --- ## [Favorite recipes: protein shake, chicken & eggs, Hummus](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/t/favorite-recipes-protein-shake-chicken-eggs-hummus/13437)
**Author:** [@fresharic](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/u/fresharic)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [May 2, 2024, 9:43pm UTC](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/t/favorite-recipes-protein-shake-chicken-eggs-hummus/13437 "2024-05-02T21:43:10Z")
I just thought I’d share these recipes as they’ve worked pretty well for me. I use MyFitnessPal to calculate the macros, but I’m sure there are other (and possibly better) options. I tend to not add salt - it’s one of th… --- ## [Weight Loss phase length??](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/t/weight-loss-phase-length/9987)
**Author:** [@VinnyG](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/u/VinnyG)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [March 15, 2023, 6:18am UTC](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/t/weight-loss-phase-length/9987 "2023-03-15T06:18:23Z")
Hello! This is my first post and I’ve got a question about weight loss phases, since I’ve been trying to lose weight and keep it off for quite some time and really made awesome results the past few months. I kind of want… --- ## [Vegan protein replacement?](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/t/vegan-protein-replacement/10041)
**Author:** [@ChrisH101](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/u/ChrisH101)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [October 10, 2021, 1:59pm UTC](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/t/vegan-protein-replacement/10041 "2021-10-10T13:59:29Z")
Unfortunately we’ve lost the BBM Vegan protein :frowning: Unable to take whey (makes me sick) so I’m looking for suggestions on a replacement. Ghost has their interesting flavors which are enticing, BUT, I am skeptical … --- ## [Milk intake between meals](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/t/milk-intake-between-meals/9246)
**Author:** [@Im\_Reyz](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/u/Im_Reyz)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [August 7, 2020, 5:30pm UTC](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/t/milk-intake-between-meals/9246 "2020-08-07T17:30:37Z")
Hi, I’ve watch the nutrition video on youtube and I have a question. If I understand, to generate mps I need to eat enough good quality protein in a meal and then fast for 3-5h after that to generate mps again and if i… --- ## [Chicken Macro Confusion, HELP](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/t/chicken-macro-confusion-help/7807)
**Author:** [@AdamP](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/u/AdamP)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [December 31, 2019, 7:30pm UTC](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/t/chicken-macro-confusion-help/7807 "2019-12-31T19:30:26Z")
I am super confused about what the macros for grilled chicken should be. On My Fitness Pal (MFP) I see a ton of options that vary by 30-40%! What do you all think are the right macros for grilled chicken? Either 4oz and… --- ## [How much protein is too much or too little](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/t/how-much-protein-is-too-much-or-too-little/6460)
**Author:** [@Commel](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/u/Commel)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [July 16, 2019, 2:36pm UTC](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/t/how-much-protein-is-too-much-or-too-little/6460 "2019-07-16T14:36:33Z")
Hello, I have 2 concerns I have been wondering how strict I should be with my protein intake. I weigh 155 pounds and I am 5 feet 6 inches and i usually get 160g of protein a day. However some days I tend to eat a lot… --- ## [Muscle protein synthesis and total daily protein](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/t/muscle-protein-synthesis-and-total-daily-protein/5331)
**Author:** [@jjd](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/u/jjd)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [April 2, 2019, 7:08am UTC](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/t/muscle-protein-synthesis-and-total-daily-protein/5331 "2019-04-02T07:08:50Z")
Hi, You’ve likely answered this before but I can’t specifically find where, so asking here. Muscle protein synthesis has the sweet spot when consuming 20-40g protein every 3-5 hours (assuming ~3g leucine in said protei… --- ## [Hitting daily protein](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/t/hitting-daily-protein/4584)
**Author:** [@sgarciac07](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/u/sgarciac07)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [January 17, 2019, 9:48pm UTC](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/t/hitting-daily-protein/4584 "2019-01-17T21:48:42Z")
Hi all, I want to know how can one make sure of hitting the daily protein intake without counting calories, im kinda tired of counting and want to stop for some time and see how it goes, however my two concern are: I d… --- ## [Pre-workout timing for AM workout?](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/t/pre-workout-timing-for-am-workout/1989)
**Author:** [@DRackow](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/u/DRackow)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [May 14, 2018, 9:21am UTC](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/t/pre-workout-timing-for-am-workout/1989 "2018-05-14T09:21:55Z")
Hi, everyone. I know this has been covered by Jordan, but I just can’t find it. If I wake up at 7am and workout at 730, will this work: 7:00 Wake and immediately take whey protein with oats (overnight oats style). 7:1… --- ## [MyProtein whey?](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/t/myprotein-whey/219)
**Author:** [@leGDE](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/u/leGDE)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [September 29, 2017, 6:47pm UTC](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/t/myprotein-whey/219 "2017-09-29T18:47:44Z")
HI Jordan, If we have to go for an alternative for your Gainzzz Whey, what would be your opinion on the MyProtein “Impact Whey Protein” & “Impact Whey Isolate” products? Considering their usual cost and contents, are t…