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You Ask, I Answer: Whey Protein/Protein Needs
I was wondering about whey protein powder and your thoughts on protein needs. Is whey protein really more “bio-available” or better than other protein sources? How much protein does a person need? Is...
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You Ask, I Answer: Tryptophan
I am writing to you so you can hopefully help me prove a point. My cousin claims the reason why people feel tired after Thanksgiving dinner is because of the tryptophan in turkey. I say that’s a myth....
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You Ask, I Answer: Phenylketoneuria/Phenylalanine
Every time I pick up a pack of gum, I see a warning that says “phenylketoneurics: contains phenylalanine” What IS phenylalanine and why would it need to have a warning associated with it? I’m concerned...
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You Ask, I Answer: Soy Protein
When I was at the gym today, I overheard two guys talking. One of them was telling the other that he drinks soy protein shakes since he is lactose-intolerant. The other guy told him that is the worst...
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You Ask, I Answer: Amino Acids in Plant Protein
I was reading a copy of Sugar Busters (it was at my aunt’s house, I promise I didn’t buy it, Andy!) and at one point the authors mention that two essential amino acids (methionine and lysine) are best...
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You Ask, I Answer: L-Carnitine
I have a dental practice, and one of my patients is a competitive bodybuilder. The other day he and I were talking about weight loss and he told me to buy L-Carnitine. He said that if I took some an...
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