One important lesson I've learned in my career as a certified fitness trainer is the importance of finding natural solutions. While there are chemical based compounds that can aid with building muscle or providing vitamins, there are potential complications, stomach problems and digestive issues related to chemical based compounds. I recommend my clients avoid these and instead find natural supplements to provide important nutrients and protein as part of their regular diets.

Natural compounds can provide a long term sustainable way to incorporate proper nutrition into your diet. By relying upon chemical compounds you become reliant upon access to these shakes or bars, while natural foods can provide a steady, reliable source of nutrition over time. A recent article from the Journal of Strength and Conditioning (http://journals.lww.com/nsca-scj/Abstract/2009/02000/The_Post_Workout_Protein_Puzzle__Which_Protein.4.aspx) showed the importance of Egg, Soy, Milk/Whey and other food-based proteins for complete nutritional needs.

Finding Great Sources of Natural Protein

Egg Protein

Getting egg protein into your diet can be as simple as a few hardboiled eggs on a daily basis or adding an omelet to your daily routine. Incorporating egg protein can provide you with sufficient protein to fill your daily needs.

Soy Protein

Most commonly found in tofu and soy based shakes, you can use the complete amino acids in soy protein to round out your natural protein needs.

Milk/Whey Protein

Whey protein is the single most common source of protein in workout supplements, and you can also get whey protein through low fat dairy products and shakes.

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