How long can a protein shake (+ Green's Plus) last?  How do I know it's gone bad?
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It is generally accepted that once made you should drink it. It will not go bad as far as taste and health is concerned but it will loose it potency over a relatively short period of time once mixed.
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I like protein shakes.  They are an easy way to supplement your diet with additional protein.  \n\nThey can be a waste of money, though, if you already eat an adequate diet.  A can of tuna or a turkey sandwhich is equivalent to a protein shake.  The protein shake is nice for when you want something quick and easy. Often times, the shakes are flavored and can take the edge off of a sugar craving.\n\nI drink 0 to 2 shakes a day, depending upon if I need them or not.  I think a lot of the magazines that push the protein drinks do that because the majority of their advertisers are for protein shakes.  So I use them when I need them.\n\nBad things about them: I've noticed that a lot of the whey protein shakes have a lot of cholesterol in them. If you are concerned or have an issue with your cholesterol, then try the soy ones.\n\nIf you take protein shakes without working out, you'll likely just gain body fat.  Most shakes are only about 100 - 150 calories so you won't get overweight, overnight but you aren't going to get much benefit from them.\n\nAll in all, if you can afford them and you need a quick jolt of protein, use them. Otherwise you can always use normal food to supplement your bodybuilding efforts.
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Look at expiration date on bottle.  If you don't see one, throw it away and get a new one(look at its exp. date to make sure it isn't expired too)
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I'm assuming it's dry powder form. In that case it should last a long time, because bacteria and funguses need moisture to live. Is there an expiry date on the package?\n\nAnyway, if you're suspicious about whether it's spoiled, be careful. If it's spoiled it could give you a belly ache.
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It will only go away if you stop lifting.  If you stop taking protein, your results might be harder to come by.
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I used something called COMPLETE.  When mixed with Silk Soy Milk, it is absolutely delicious.  My kids think it's a milk shake!  You can get it from Prevention Proof.  I like their products because they're backed it up with credible research, not some doctor's endorsement who's also "on the payroll". Good luck!\napuzyr@yahoo
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Yeah, it's kinda risky. Just stick to whey protein.
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Witht out any doubt what so ever......GIMME THE TRUTH, having suffered the drip fed version on occasions with my ex...Id want the truth.....there is nothing worse than knowing or having an idea say for 6,12,18 or however many days weeks or months.....before finally being delivered that very chocholate you was talking about....it tastes even more bitter when you know its been hanging around in the box for a while
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well, I drink the shakes in the morning with a banana, sandwich or even a slim fast bar when I am in a hurry.  They hold me over until about lunchtime (about 5 hours).  Although I bought them to help me lose weight thats not what I use them for!  I like the vanilla!
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None. Protein shakes are 100% unnatural and unhealthy. Why is it that you need to gain 5-10 pounds..and at 16? Your weight fluctuates about 5 pounds throughout the day, so I wouldn't try to load your body with chemicals and such to simply gain a couple pounds.
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Good greens take at least 1 and half hours, make sure you cut out the veins and chop into 2 inch pieces. As long as they are tender, they shouldnt be bitter. Make sure you do not over cook, they will be mushy. Just keep an eye on them.
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get the kind at costco, it is a huge tub and isn't too expensive about $20. It is called Pro Rated it is 100% Whey Protein and comes in a few flavors.
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If you are worried about dangers with taking commercial protein supplements (personally I think they are safe as long as you don't overdo it - 2 protein shakes per day is okay in my opinion), then you can try making a homemade protein supplement alternative. Here is a recipe:\n\nMix 2 tbsp of whole dry milk powder to 1 cup of whole fluid milk.\n\nThis will provide you with around 270 kcals and 14 grams of protein according to the actual products you use. Of course you can use non-fat dry milk powder and fluid milk if you want to keep the fat content down.\n\nA good idea is to make this milk in batches and store it in the refrigerator so when you need milk you can reach for this.\n\nI have this info for free on my site (see below) along with some recipes you can try with it in.
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no.it takes at least 30days to get it out of your system unless you go to a nutrition store and buy some stuff,i don't know the name of it ,but they will help you.
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if taken correctly usually last 30-40 days depending on the company producing it servings , get one with low calories per serving like 90-130 low carbs and fat 2-3 servings a day should be good,
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Depends on how long the expiry date. If you have already consumed it, then just drink more water (I believe creatine is water-soluble), and dump the creatine bottle/barrel in the bin.
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You are not going to see a huge difference from the most expensive to the cheapest protein powder.  Just go by which one you like best.  That being said, here are some concerns about a few types I like to avoid:\n\nPersonally, I don't like Muscle Milk.  It's loaded with fat (yeah, I know "lean lipids", whatever) and contains a chemical called glycocyamine, which is heavily linked to cardiovascular disease due to its tendency to raise homocysteine levels in the blood (among other things).  Even if that doesn't scare you (cardiovascular disease being the #1 killer in the U.S.)...there are plenty of other options for you.\n\nIon-exchanged whey isolates (like in Isopure) are also heralded as a "better" form of whey, but the process involves running a type of acidic solution through the protein...and again, there's better options.\n\nJust go for a good, micro-filtered whey protein isolate that won't break the bank (because you'll probably be drinking quite a bit of it).  Optimum Nutrition makes a good one, as does Iron-Tek and Biochem (all made by Country Life, I believe).