Protein Bar Dosage

As mentioned in the Protein Powder Research Studies, anywhere from 1g of protein per pound of lean body mass to 1.5g of protein per pound of lean body mass should be taken every single day. Protein bars can assist with this goal when in a hurry, but should be used very sparingly as they typically contain higher amounts of carbohydrates, sugars, and fats than their protein powder counterparts.

Servings should be spread throughout the day. A slow-digesting protein such as casein protein or mixed proteins can be used just before bed. Whey protein should be used an hour before workout, 20-30 minutes after a workout and spread throughout the day.There are many people who claim that only 25g of protein can be absorbed in one sitting, but this is not proven by science. Additionally, bigger individuals can obviously digest more food than smaller individuals. A 200lb athlete will be fine using 40-50g of protein in a shake, but smaller athletes and women can probably just use ~20g (or one scoop of most products) per sitting.