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 I do not believe in using many supplements to achieve my goals. Whey powder is one that i do use and I highly recommend. It is a high concentrate of protein that is derived from the leftovers from making cheese. It is great to sue to help build your muscles and it helps by giving your body a natural shot of protein before and after a workout. Stick the synthetic stuff and use what is healthy for your body and all natural; whey protein.

 What kind of dosage is recommended for a 210 lb guy like me? Will it not hurt the kidneys to take it in the concentrated raw form? I too had tried whey protein when I was in college, My coach had advised me not to take it, but from my experience it burns fat and build the muscles like anything. I was worried about the kidney then and just stopped taking it. Can you recommend some good protein?

I went to a recent health fair where a nutritionist was there.  She was touting a diet of higher natural proteins for the vegetarian. I am not a vegetarian but I now eat some of her recommendation for protein to get a daily dose without the extra calories from meats. Here is a small list:

Oat Bran: 1/2 cup raw 8 grams

Soy beans: 1 cup cooked 28 grams

Oatmeal: 1 cup cooked 6 grams

Lentils: I cup cooked 18 grams

These are all good for you and help with heart health and do not put on a lot of added calories.  

 With all of these proteins that you have listed is there a danger of possibly getting bloated? Or is that what you are looking to achieve?

No. I dont think you will get bloated. These supplements are consumed mainly to gain muscle mass and to release the tension of you muscles after work out.

I used to achieve the same result by taking an amino acid supplement prior to doing a real heavy sesfor arms and chest workouts.