Tuesday, September 3, 2013

 

TOO MUCH PROTEIN CAUSING GAS, BLOATING & KIDNEY ISSUES?

Q.  I am a competition bodybuilder.  I have to consume huge amounts of protein every day in order to see the muscle gains I need for competition.  At my current age (34) it seems like I am having a much harder time digesting all this protein.  My girlfriend is about to kick me out due to the gas and bloating.  Any suggestions?

Manny R.


A.  Back in “the day”…I’m kind of revealing my age…bodybuilders and power lifters had to consume tons of dairy, eggs and tuna fish every day just to meet their body’s protein demand.  Believe me, I know…I was one of them.  Modern sports nutrition protein powders are far and away more efficient than the basic proteins of yesterday.  They now use highly refined, concentrated protein sources mixed with full range nutrients, targeted amino acids and natural anabolics.

All of this sounds great, until you have to digest it.  Remember the old saying “you are what you digest”.  It couldn't be truer than with today’s protein supplements. Dietary protein must be completely digested within 90 min. of consumption to avoid kidney stress, wasted amino acids and the formation of toxic ammonia gas. 

Luckily some of the manufacturers are blending small amounts of digestive enzymes into their protein formulas.  For many of us, this probably isn't enough.  I would suggest you try Arthur Andrew co. AMINOLASE TPA.   The company claims this product to boost protein absorption by over 900%.  Increased Nitric oxide production and more efficient kidney function have also been proven with AMINOLASE TPA.

Aminolase TPA can be purchase at most health food stores, sports nutrition centers and online supplement retailers.

AMV



*Health Disclaimer: This information is not presented by a medical practitioner and is for educational and informational purposes only. The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.

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