Hi Guys, Lately, I started using a recovery shake after heavy workouts, from the brand Etixx. 8,6g whey proteine and 35,9g of carbs (maltodextrine, glucose, fructose) per 50g of powder. So that’s close to a 4:1 ratio? I have a real difficult time digesting it, resulting in cramping, gas, bloating…

If a recovery shake was causing me that many problems then I would try something else.

I agree with the other comments, though If you really want to stick with a recovery shake (I like them for the convenience factor personally), I might suggest trying a non-dairy source of protein (e.g. not whey), since it sounds like that’s an issue for you based on the contents of the recovery drin…

Non diary is indeed something to look into! I didn’t realise whey is also a diary product. Could be the cause. I like the shake for the convenience also, but the others are right about not wanting a hack to tolerate it. Soy protein should be ok then? Thanks!

I work out in the morning pre-breakfast - a scoop of protein with my porridge (also made with frozen berries, topped with almonds) is my “recovery” meal. For me the science isn’t there enough for me regarding a specific shake and it’s timing, particularly to persist if a shake was having side effec…

anon20047708: [image] nielsvynckier: 8,6g whey proteine and 35,9g of carbs (maltodextrine, glucose, fructose) per 50g of powder. So that’s close to a 4:1 ratio? Why would you want to have that much sugar with your proteine? It’s a recovery shake and not a protein shake per se. On a re…

The main study that is cited for the 4:1 carb:protein ratio as a post-exercise meal did not control for calories. They basically compared 400kCal of carbs vs 500kCal of carbs/protein. At least one other study that kept calories equal saw no difference between straight carbs vs 4:1 carb/protein mix…

This. I know Amber is a supporter, but every time I look into this I don’t see the evidence, particularly in single day workouts. I’ve taken both approaches, and my n=1 is I can’t say I’ve noticed a difference in recovery. I find drinking calories means it’s harder work for me not to eat something …

I agree and that’s what I do. The only time I feel like ingesting simple sugar is during races or very hard rides. Otherwise, I always eat more “real” food both during and after workouts. I though that with “sugar” you meant carbs since OP is talking about a drink. However, I guess they recommend …

[image] Craig_G: The main study that is cited for the 4:1 carb:protein ratio as a post-exercise meal did not control for calories. They basically compared 400kCal of carbs vs 500kCal of carbs/protein. At least one other study that kept calories equal saw no difference between straight carbs vs 4…

I read the response. I haven’t seen signs of broad consensus (i.e. multiple studies that replicate the results that control for calories) that 4:1 is better than just carbs or just eating a bunch of food. I haven’t specifically looked though. At this point it looks to me like one-off studies and …

Problem digesting Recovery Shake

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Matt25 November 12, 2020, 1:15pm 14

I know, Dylan Johnson has mentioned it a couple of times in his videos. However, it was brought up in the podcast thread and this is Amber’s response if you haven’t seen it.

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