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Anonymous
Hey /fit/. I've got some questions:

Do those protein supplements really make a difference? If so, how much? Is there a mix of things for a best result? And, finally, are any of them otherwise unhealthy?

I'm trying to bulk up and lose fat for football. Right now, I'm 5 11, maybe 6 flat, and around 225/230 pounds.

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>> Anonymous
Im in the same boat, however im using the Masashi Bulk Protein Powder, I need to bulk up for rugby...
>> Anonymous
they're not necessary, but they help provide easily absorbed protein after you lift and you don't have to eat ungodly amounts of meat and such to get protein. i couldn't say that i've noticed a huge difference as a result of them, but i do take it. its hard to say if some are unhealthy because some companies decide to mix random things into them like creatine and other stuff. straight up whey protein is from milk, and its not going to hurt.
>> Anonymous
Protein is good for you. Creatine really helps. You'll know if you're eating too much protein because you'll get gas that smells like a combo of sulfury eggs and rotten corpse. That's bacteria attacking the unused protein in your digestive tract. Then you know to back off a bit.
>> Anonymous
They are supplements and should be treated as such if you can't get enough protein in your diet. At 225 lbs you'll need a lot of protein so I would recommend it.

Be sure to space out your protein intake throughout the day. 40 grams per meal is better than 100 grams at a big dinner. They also have a bad reputation for damaging your kidneys, but this is untrue unless you already have a kidney condition