no ur not... but after basic training u can use them
Protein shakes and bars help muscles grow.
There are many different types of protein shakes and other protein shakes and other protein supplements. College students do not need anything specific.
Protein shakes are not the same as amino acid supplements. Amino acids will become proteins. Amino acid supplements and protein shakes are popular options.
It depends on what your goals are and what shake you are taking. Protein Supplements are a necessity for any bodybuilder post work out. Protein shakes alone won't give you muscle if you aren't training hard enough. Personally I make my own shakes that are good and much cheaper, but there shakes are very good as well. So if you eat right, and train hard...then yes there shakes work.
Protein shakes are sports drink which is added with protein besides carbohydrate. This drink is supposed to enhance performance by increasing endurance during training and recovery after training.
The best tasting protein shakes by far are vanilla. After mixing the protein powder you can blend vegetables, fruits or other supplements to add flavor.
You absolutely must have proteins in your diet, but protein supplements such as protein shakes and protein bars are not necessary if enough protein is consumed through normal food sources.
It could vary from about 20-60 grams. Protein supplements like BSN syntha 6 contains 22g per serving, supplements like ON Pro Complex contains 60g per serving.
I don't believe that protein shakes will stunt your growth. There are different types of protein shakes such as whey, casein, soy, and recently there is some buzz about hemp protein. Active people who are still growing should get most if not all of their nutrients from wholesome foods and not from supplements. For protein you should be having beef, chicken, and fish among other kinds of protein including healthy carbs and fats. It's usually only when you are competing at an elite level when you need supplements that can give you that extra edge.
One of the top selling protein supplement is Optimum Gold Standard 100%. As with all good protein shakes it contains low sugar and fat and more of the protein you need.
No, consuming protein shakes does not count towards your daily water intake. Water is essential for hydration and protein shakes do not provide the same level of hydration as plain water. It's important to drink enough water in addition to any other beverages or supplements you consume.
To increase protein percentage in the body, focus on consuming protein-rich foods like lean meats, poultry, fish, eggs, dairy products, legumes, nuts, and seeds. Additionally, consider incorporating protein supplements or shakes into your diet, and engage in regular strength training exercises to promote muscle growth and protein synthesis.