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Title: Whey protein rip off
Post by: liquid_c on February 19, 2016, 10:01:57 AM
Just talking to a friend last night who works for Optimum Nutrition.  He let me know that while the "industry" isn't really talking about it, wholesale whey prices have dropped a buttload after rising for a long period of time.  You can buy WPC80 for about $1.50/lb if you buy by the truck.  WPI90 is just a small amount more.   They were very quick to raise the prices through the roof when Whey prices skyrocketed but don't expect them to lower them much any time soon or to talk about it.   Guess it goes along with airlines not lowering prices despite huge drops in fuel cost.   
Title: Re: Whey protein rip off
Post by: NaturalWonder83 on February 19, 2016, 11:33:47 AM
Oh common let's wait for the posts from the superheroes on here that only eat food
No powders for these heroes
Protein powder is crap blah blah blah
I only eat my macros wah wah wah

Title: Re: Whey protein rip off
Post by: OB1 on February 19, 2016, 11:41:06 AM
Oh common let's wait for the posts from the superheroes on here that only eat food
No powders for these heroes
Protein powder is crap blah blah blah
I only eat my macros wah wah wah



 :D
Title: Re: Whey protein rip off
Post by: ritch on February 19, 2016, 11:43:35 AM
Oh common let's wait for the posts from the superheroes on here that only eat food
No powders for these heroes
Protein powder is crap blah blah blah
I only eat my macros wah wah wah



That sooo  describes them perfectly. They really seem to feel they're vastly superior and elite by eating nothing but whole foods.

Bah, fuck em...
Title: Re: Whey protein rip off
Post by: Red Hook on February 19, 2016, 12:26:40 PM
Oh common let's wait for the posts from the superheroes on here that only eat food
No powders for these heroes
Protein powder is crap blah blah blah
I only eat my macros wah wah wah



hmmm...that troll bait looks mighty tasty.. add a side of religion and someone will bite

Title: Re: Whey protein rip off
Post by: TheShape. on February 19, 2016, 01:08:03 PM
Protein powder has been giving me stomach problems lately, it's been a few weeks and there's no negative change without it. I don't think I need it.
Title: Re: Whey protein rip off
Post by: Rambone on February 19, 2016, 01:12:18 PM
Just talking to a friend last night who works for Optimum Nutrition.  He let me know that while the "industry" isn't really talking about it, wholesale whey prices have dropped a buttload after rising for a long period of time.  You can buy WPC80 for about $1.50/lb if you buy by the truck.  WPI90 is just a small amount more.   They were very quick to raise the prices through the roof when Whey prices skyrocketed but don't expect them to lower them much any time soon or to talk about it.   Guess it goes along with airlines not lowering prices despite huge drops in fuel cost.

Haha thought the same thing.
Title: Re: Whey protein rip off
Post by: Weedlejuice on February 19, 2016, 01:19:28 PM
Protein powder is a depressing meal for me, last resort if i have to go out short notice or w.e.
Title: Re: Whey protein rip off
Post by: wes on February 19, 2016, 01:21:51 PM
I only eat food...no powders for me...protein powder is crap.....I only eat my macros.
Title: Re: Whey protein rip off
Post by: Zillotch on February 19, 2016, 01:26:51 PM
I only eat food...no powders for me...protein powder is crap.....I only eat my macros.

'Protein powder'.... lol

(http://farm7.staticflickr.com/6180/6148436916_2abc14af6a_z.jpg)

(http://www.baconandsouffle.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/in-n-out-double-double.jpg)
Title: Re: Whey protein rip off
Post by: wes on February 19, 2016, 01:28:07 PM
That looks awesome but my post was just busting my buddy Genes balls.

Got any extra napkins ?   :D
Title: Re: Whey protein rip off
Post by: Mr Anabolic on February 19, 2016, 01:29:27 PM
'Protein powder'.... lol

(http://farm7.staticflickr.com/6180/6148436916_2abc14af6a_z.jpg)

(http://www.baconandsouffle.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/in-n-out-double-double.jpg)

In-N-Out... the best junk food ever made!

ANIMAL STYLE!
Title: Re: Whey protein rip off
Post by: Coffeed on February 19, 2016, 01:51:31 PM
One of the few things I wish would spread from gh15 is the adamant disregard for supplements.

Unfortunately, people still poison their bodies with this garbage and get no results. If you poison yourself with anabolics at least you get something to show for it.
Title: Re: Whey protein rip off
Post by: liquid_c on February 19, 2016, 01:55:55 PM
Never understood the "eat real food" argument.  Talk about bro science bullshit.   No one is saying only drink whey protein shakes.  No one is saying whey protein shakes are superior.   However they make a good quick ultra easy to prepare quick protein and or carb meal if you add carbs in if you are in a hurry to supplement your "real food."

People seem to think your body sits there, looks at the whey and says, I can't use this shit because it isn't real food.  Your body will process the protein, carbs, and fat in it just like any of the real food you eat. 
Title: Re: Whey protein rip off
Post by: wes on February 19, 2016, 01:57:49 PM
One of the few things I wish would spread from gh15 is the adamant disregard for supplements.

Unfortunately, people still poison their bodies with this garbage and get no results. If you poison yourself with anabolics at least you get something to show for it.
X 10,000
Title: Re: Whey protein rip off
Post by: Kwon_2 on February 19, 2016, 06:57:22 PM
Wiggs is incommunicado
Title: Re: Whey protein rip off
Post by: oldtimer1 on February 19, 2016, 07:26:32 PM
I often wonder how people fall for the one whey protein is better than the other when they buy their whey in bulk from the same source. 
Title: Re: Whey protein rip off
Post by: Mothballs on February 19, 2016, 07:32:07 PM
hahaha, look at these bigtime powerful guys on here talking about protein powder. I wonder how many of you mix it with your oatmeal in the morning.  ::)
Title: Re: Whey protein rip off
Post by: El Diablo Blanco on February 19, 2016, 08:04:42 PM
Whey protein. Lol. The butter and cheese makes found the most gullible bunch of fools in bodybuilders to buy the run off liquid they used to flush down the drain. Ironic that optimum is owned by the Irish butter maker. So their cost for whey is zero fucking dollars.
Title: Re: Whey protein rip off
Post by: NaturalWonder83 on February 19, 2016, 08:42:06 PM
Whey protein. Lol. The butter and cheese makes found the most gullible bunch of fools in bodybuilders to buy the run off liquid they used to flush down the drain. Ironic that optimum is owned by the Irish butter maker. So their cost for whey is zero fucking dollars.
kerrygold butter?
Title: Re: Whey protein rip off
Post by: Tapeworm on February 19, 2016, 08:55:48 PM
Protein powder has been giving me stomach problems lately, it's been a few weeks and there's no negative change without it. I don't think I need it.

Welcome aboard, Fellow Hero!
Title: Re: Whey protein rip off
Post by: OB1 on February 19, 2016, 09:02:32 PM
kerrygold butter?

Glanbia
Title: Re: Whey protein rip off
Post by: cephissus on February 19, 2016, 09:16:35 PM
Track your macros for just one week.  Weigh and write down every single thing.

See how much protein you get... you'll probably be surprised to see it's higher than you think, especially if you tend to stay away from processed foods.
Title: Re: Whey protein rip off
Post by: _aj_ on February 20, 2016, 06:41:54 AM
For me it's a time thing. I have a bucket of grilled chicken in my fridge. The time to kill a protein shake is like 5 seconds. The time to choke down a chicken breast is more like 5 minutes...and the fucking dogs are always hanging around like a bunch of Mafiosi looking for their "cut"
Title: Re: Whey protein rip off
Post by: Rambone on February 20, 2016, 06:48:08 AM
It's convenient and one of the best protein sources out there plus many of us don't feel like spending half the day chewing on shit. I'm not going to be one of those pudwhackers eating out of Tupperware every 3 hours.
Title: Re: Whey protein rip off
Post by: El Diablo Blanco on February 20, 2016, 06:49:02 AM
For me it's a time thing. I have a bucket of grilled chicken in my fridge. The time to kill a protein shake is like 5 seconds. The time to choke down a chicken breast is more like 5 minutes...and the fucking dogs are always hanging around like a bunch of Mafiosi looking for their "cut"
No time to eat yet you have plenty of time to post on getbig.  Need to know your prioritas
Title: Re: Whey protein rip off
Post by: wes on February 20, 2016, 11:59:10 AM
It's convenient and one of the best protein sources out there plus many of us don't feel like spending half the day chewing on shit. I'm not going to be one of those pudwhackers eating out of Tupperware every 3 hours.
Watch your mouth convict!    :D
Title: Re: Whey protein rip off
Post by: _aj_ on February 20, 2016, 12:14:16 PM
No time to eat yet you have plenty of time to post on getbig.  Need to know your prioritas

I have precise budgets for everything.
Title: Re: Whey protein rip off
Post by: Rambone on February 21, 2016, 09:07:04 AM
Watch your mouth convict!    :D
Sorry, sir!!!
Title: Re: Whey protein rip off
Post by: WannaBePro on February 22, 2016, 06:03:10 AM
I get my protein powder (whey isolate, casein, and vegan protein from grains - I don't drink the vegan one though) for free, so I go through quite a bit of it since its just cheaper that way.
I trust the company I get it from, especially since I work for them part time haha. I never get stomach issues, bloating, etc... If I did, I'd just sell what they send me, but so far so good!
I guess unless you're having digestion issues with it, or some sort of allergic reaction I don't see why you couldn't save a few bucks and drink a shake and have a handful of almonds instead of chicken breast (which is pricey up here in Canada).
Title: Re: Whey protein rip off
Post by: Disco187 on February 22, 2016, 08:33:23 AM
For me it's a time thing. I have a bucket of grilled chicken in my fridge. The time to kill a protein shake is like 5 seconds. The time to choke down a chicken breast is more like 5 minutes...and the fucking dogs are always hanging around like a bunch of Mafiosi looking for their "cut"



ahahahahah I so know what you mean about the pets lurking the kitchen are.

I have no choice but to chuck a drink down or two a day du to time aswell

Title: Re: Whey protein rip off
Post by: ritch on February 22, 2016, 10:47:49 AM
Getbig needs to hold a ceremony to honor the warriors who make it through their day "protein powder free"

An inspiration to us all, don't give up the fight fella's, we believe in you!!!
Title: Re: Whey protein rip off
Post by: NaturalWonder83 on February 22, 2016, 11:18:29 AM
Getbig needs to hold a ceremony to honor the warriors who make it through their day "protein powder free"

An inspiration to us all, don't give up the fight fella's, we believe in you!!!
great idea
They have amazing iron will to resist the ease of drinking a shake and shouldering the task of eating their protein
The dedication of meal prep for the week
Carrying the tupperwares and stopping what they're doing just to eat their meal
Lol the foolish clueless poor souls who drink their protein shakes
Burn the shake drinkers at the stake
Title: Re: Whey protein rip off
Post by: SquidVicious on February 22, 2016, 11:23:54 AM
"I wouldn't be Mr. Olympia without my protein shakes and pre-workout supplements," said no Mr. Olympia ever.
Title: Re: Whey protein rip off
Post by: Rudee on February 22, 2016, 11:42:32 AM
What's been strange for me is that I have slowly become lactose intolerant.   Never had a problem digesting lactose in protein powders, cheese, milk, cottage cheese before.   But now that I'm in my 40's, it's becoming a bigger problem with each passing year.   Always thought lactose intolerance was something you're born with.  Didn't think it's something you can get later on in life like that.  Strange.
Title: Re: Whey protein rip off
Post by: Thespritz0 on February 22, 2016, 11:47:15 AM
That looks awesome but my post was just busting my buddy Genes balls.

Got any extra napkins ?   :D
^^
In-N-Out is a LOT tastier with an Orange Soda...
Title: Re: Whey protein rip off
Post by: WannaBePro on February 22, 2016, 11:49:35 AM
What's been strange for me is that I have slowly become lactose intolerant.   Never had a problem digesting lactose in protein powders, cheese, milk, cottage cheese before.   But now that I'm in my 40's, it's becoming a bigger problem with each passing year.   Always thought lactose intolerance was something you're born with.  Didn't think it's something you can get later on in life like that.  Strange.

I recently read somewhere that its very common for people to develop a lactose intolerance later in life. The article also talked about different races developing at different rates and some having a very low chance of developing it at all. I think it said Caucasians were very likely to develop a lactose intolerance later in life.

After a quick google search I saw this:
Quote
But as you get older, your lactase levels can start to decline, which means there’s nothing stopping the lactose you consume from going to your colon undigested, where bacteria break the sugars down and create excess gas and fluid in the process.
http://www.everydayhealth.com/news/can-you-develop-lactose-intolerance-later-life/ (http://www.everydayhealth.com/news/can-you-develop-lactose-intolerance-later-life/)
Title: Re: Whey protein rip off
Post by: Vince G, CSN MFT on February 22, 2016, 06:51:55 PM
Just talking to a friend last night who works for Optimum Nutrition.  He let me know that while the "industry" isn't really talking about it, wholesale whey prices have dropped a buttload after rising for a long period of time.  You can buy WPC80 for about $1.50/lb if you buy by the truck.  WPI90 is just a small amount more.   They were very quick to raise the prices through the roof when Whey prices skyrocketed but don't expect them to lower them much any time soon or to talk about it.   Guess it goes along with airlines not lowering prices despite huge drops in fuel cost.   

 You are way off...its about 24 cents a pound
Title: Re: Whey protein rip off
Post by: NaturalWonder83 on February 22, 2016, 06:59:41 PM
You are way off...its about 24 cents a pound
when is your bourbon whey going to be released?
Title: Re: Whey protein rip off
Post by: liquid_c on February 22, 2016, 10:11:41 PM
You are way off...its about 24 cents a pound

Possible, but it would have had to drop considerably even more since December. 


http://usdec.files.cms-plus.com/DGN/AbstractPDFs/PricePerPoundCM.pdf

Title: Re: Whey protein rip off
Post by: sceagacros on February 23, 2016, 03:52:35 AM
Protein schmotein-All you need is sweet potatoes and a microwave, have you seen Pat Banya?