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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Our products have no known side effects. In general, we do suggest consulting with a physician before supplementation. Protein from food sources and from supplements are usually safe to consume for healthy adults.
In short, Yes. Your body needs dietary protein regardless if you are trying to get fit, lose weight, build muscle, run a marathon, or even when you are sedentary. We all need protein. Protein works beyond muscle. Protein is essential for all healthy adults, active or not. It is needed to help many vital functions that take place in the body. Proteins can be used for body tissues, hormones, enzymes, antibodies, to transport oxygen, support the immune system, be used for energy and more. One must always try to eat a protein rich balanced diet, and in addition consuming high quality complete protein supplements is one way of meeting daily dietary protein requirements. Give your body the right tools to help it function optimally!
The amount of protein you need depends on you and your goals. Typically, a healthy adult should get 10 to 35% their total daily calories from protein. For the average healthy adult looking to maintain – consuming 0.8 to 1.0 grams of protein per kilogram of bodyweight per day spread across a few meals and snacks is suggested. For those with increased physical activity or strength training, they can increase intake upto 1.2 to 2.2 grams of protein per kilogram per day spread across a few meals and snacks. Example: A healthy sedentary adult weighing 68kg will need at least 68kg x 0.8g = 54 grams protein per day.
Creatine is among the most researched supplements in the sports nutrition category over the last 20 years. There is no compelling scientific evidence that the short- or long-term use of creatine monohydrate has any detrimental effects on otherwise healthy individuals and the only side effect seems to be potential weight gain.
In terms of the amount of protein shakes per day, there is no absolute figure as this depends on your protein intake from food. You should aim to consume the majority of your protein from food and then use a shake as a convenient way of topping up your intake. Your protein intake should vary between 1.0-2g/kg body weight to support muscle recovery and building, when taken over time with regular resistance training. Also aim to evenly spread your protein intake across the day, aiming for 20-30g of protein at each meal. There is no best time to take a protein shake as it can be taken at any time throughout the day but a protein shake after a workout is a good option as it provides the muscle with a high quality protein source which is delivered to the muscles after exercise.
