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Title: Good source of fat to add to protein shakes?
Post by: Big_Tymer on November 18, 2007, 04:48:49 PM
I need a good fat source to add to my protein shake I drink for breakfast.  I usually mix whey protein, milk and a piece of fruit in a blender but I need to add some fat to it.
Title: Re: Good source of fat to add to protein shakes?
Post by: candidizzle on November 18, 2007, 05:01:18 PM
the only source of fat tis is not going to slow the digestion of your morning shake is MCT oils. all other sources will take about 2-3 hours to digest, and slow up the digestion of your fast acting whey and sugar to probably at least 45 mins. and im guessing the whole reason behind your morning shake is the quick digestion rate. so mct's would be the way to go. vpx makes a good one
Title: Re: Good source of fat to add to protein shakes?
Post by: Necrosis on November 18, 2007, 05:56:15 PM
I need a good fat source to add to my protein shake I drink for breakfast.  I usually mix whey protein, milk and a piece of fruit in a blender but I need to add some fat to it.

a small amount of olive oil would be great, the MCT suggestion is good as well, just pick up some coconut oil as it is basically mostly lauric acid.

digestion will not slow that much, it will slow but you will still digest protein quickly, just in less amounts. there is a finite amount of enzymes so digestion will not be halted as such.

both of those fats are very good for your health. flavored fish oil is another good one.
Title: Re: Good source of fat to add to protein shakes?
Post by: Deicide on November 18, 2007, 06:09:15 PM
I need a good fat source to add to my protein shake I drink for breakfast.  I usually mix whey protein, milk and a piece of fruit in a blender but I need to add some fat to it.

Don't add fat to a whey shake. It will slow the absorbtion rate of the aminos adds, making it all take much longer.
Title: Re: Good source of fat to add to protein shakes?
Post by: 1Fast400 on November 18, 2007, 06:57:14 PM
Eat almonds.  I eat them with every meal.  Honey roasted ones are the shit.  Don't worry about how fast you're absorbing, you'll be fine. The EFA's will be worth the offset.  When your intake of protein is in the g/lb range, how fast and the type aren't nearly as significant.
Title: Re: Good source of fat to add to protein shakes?
Post by: pac-man on November 18, 2007, 07:19:13 PM
Ya it wont hurt the effect of the protein by slowing the absorption.  I see it as a good thing.  Fish oils, natural peanut butter, almonds, olive oils, CLA, ect are all good choices.  The key is to look for fats that are mostly unsaturated. 
Title: Re: Good source of fat to add to protein shakes?
Post by: LatsMcGee on November 19, 2007, 01:27:02 AM
Heavy Whipping Cream.
Title: Re: Good source of fat to add to protein shakes?
Post by: Princess L on November 19, 2007, 09:20:06 AM
There is evidence to support that liquid fats added to a meal do not change gastric emptying / absorption.  The oil just sits on top.  ie; kinda the oil & water theory.  So add olive oil, flax oil, fish oil, even peanut butter, etc.  Fats that are part of the food is what changes things. ie; fat in steak, fat in eggs, dairy, etc...
Title: Re: Good source of fat to add to protein shakes?
Post by: Necrosis on November 19, 2007, 09:38:08 AM
Ya it wont hurt the effect of the protein by slowing the absorption.  I see it as a good thing.  Fish oils, natural peanut butter, almonds, olive oils, CLA, ect are all good choices.  The key is to look for fats that are mostly unsaturated. 

i would stay away from cla, but the other options are spot on for sure.


definitely like the fish, olive and coconut oil suggetions.


Title: Re: Good source of fat to add to protein shakes?
Post by: mass 04 on November 19, 2007, 09:58:47 AM
natural peanut butter, fish and flax oil are all good choices.
Title: Re: Good source of fat to add to protein shakes?
Post by: MidniteRambo on November 19, 2007, 10:27:35 AM
Walnut oil
Title: Re: Good source of fat to add to protein shakes?
Post by: Arnold jr on November 23, 2007, 11:43:38 PM
Don't add fat to a whey shake. It will slow the absorbtion rate of the aminos adds, making it all take much longer.
Uh, what?

The point of a shake, say after training is to get the nutrients into the system as fast as possible. Any other time, when it's a meal replacement, the idea is to slow absorbtion down...pretty basic really.

My vote goes to peanut butter, because I like it and it serves the purpose here quite well.
Title: Re: Good source of fat to add to protein shakes?
Post by: Purple Aki on November 24, 2007, 04:18:34 AM
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I put a tablespoon in my post-workout shake. Also, very good for making roast potatoes.
Title: Re: Good source of fat to add to protein shakes?
Post by: MadJimF on November 24, 2007, 07:31:02 AM
I put flax seed oil in bedtime shake...
Title: Re: Good source of fat to add to protein shakes?
Post by: Big_Tymer on November 24, 2007, 06:02:23 PM
word, i bought some natural peanut budder today.  i will try it in the shake i make monday morning.  thanks for the suggestions
Title: Re: Good source of fat to add to protein shakes?
Post by: Princess L on November 24, 2007, 06:41:17 PM
This is yummy.

Vanilla protein powder
cooked oatmeal (not hot of course)
frozen strawberries
peanut butter

ice & water

Splenda to taste
Title: Re: Good source of fat to add to protein shakes?
Post by: benchmstr on November 24, 2007, 09:00:47 PM
This is yummy.

Vanilla protein powder
cooked oatmeal (not hot of course)
frozen strawberries
peanut butter

ice & water

Splenda to taste
that looks like a recipe for making concrete.

bench
Title: Re: Good source of fat to add to protein shakes?
Post by: Princess L on November 24, 2007, 09:57:51 PM
that looks like a recipe for making concrete.

bench
>:(

It's good damnit!

Don't knock it until you've tried it  ;D



Vanilla protein powder (1 scoop ON)
cooked oatmeal (not hot of course) (about ~1/2 cup or less)
frozen strawberries (about 1/2 - 3/4 cup)
peanut butter (a little less than a tablespoon)

ice & water ~ blend to desired consistancy
Title: Re: Good source of fat to add to protein shakes?
Post by: Rimbaud on November 25, 2007, 09:54:23 AM
You could always add some ground coconut or coconut flour to your shake.
Title: Re: Good source of fat to add to protein shakes?
Post by: benchmstr on November 25, 2007, 11:47:28 AM
You could always add some ground coconut or coconut flour to your shake.
coconut=fat clowns asshole

bench
Title: Re: Good source of fat to add to protein shakes?
Post by: Rimbaud on November 26, 2007, 06:30:28 AM
coconut=fat clowns asshole

bench

Huh?

I actually cook a lot with coconut flour (very high in fiber) & use coconut oil when cooking & I replace butter with it sometimes. I've lost five pounds in the last four weeks. Not blaming the coconut but it hasn't hurt me.
Title: Re: Good source of fat to add to protein shakes?
Post by: benchmstr on November 26, 2007, 05:32:30 PM
Huh?

I actually cook a lot with coconut flour (very high in fiber) & use coconut oil when cooking & I replace butter with it sometimes. I've lost five pounds in the last four weeks. Not blaming the coconut but it hasn't hurt me.
i am saying coconut taste like shit ;)

bench
Title: Re: Good source of fat to add to protein shakes?
Post by: peroni on November 26, 2007, 07:53:15 PM
flax oil if you don't consume a lot of caffeine. If you do it negates the chemical conversion in the body thus making it empty calories. Coconut oil and olive oil are good too.
If you go with flax I suggest Barleans brand. It tastes very good and is excellent quality
Title: Re: Good source of fat to add to protein shakes?
Post by: Rimbaud on November 27, 2007, 03:16:59 AM
i am saying coconut taste like shit ;)

bench

Fair enough. It's an aquired taste I guess.
Title: Re: Good source of fat to add to protein shakes?
Post by: Pete Nice on November 27, 2007, 10:57:56 PM
>:(

It's good damnit!

Don't knock it until you've tried it  ;D



Vanilla protein powder (1 scoop ON)
cooked oatmeal (not hot of course) (about ~1/2 cup or less)
frozen strawberries (about 1/2 - 3/4 cup)
peanut butter (a little less than a tablespoon)

ice & water ~ blend to desired consistancy



doesnt sound too bad actually
Title: Re: Good source of fat to add to protein shakes?
Post by: Necrosis on November 30, 2007, 10:00:55 AM
flax oil if you don't consume a lot of caffeine. If you do it negates the chemical conversion in the body thus making it empty calories. Coconut oil and olive oil are good too.
If you go with flax I suggest Barleans brand. It tastes very good and is excellent quality

WHAT?


where are you getting this information. what chemical conversion, all fats are converted by the same enzymes.