A little secret

Bones, joints and muscles
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I have written some about my speedy recovery in just 8 short months...being able to drive after 10 days and walking un-aided after 10 days....and taking part in athletics meetings again...I always looked after my body and as a result it was able to repair itself in double quick time....and here is the little truth.....I fed my body on whey protein.....with all those amino acids ( buiding block) .it repaires muscles in double quick time and it builds bone very quickly....some people with osteoporosis have found great assistance with whey protein shakes....

Try it.... that is all I can advise...it can not do any harm , but might just do the same for you hippies as it did for me.....and pray and have faith....

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sounds good, but does it put weight on and does it taste good, which ones do you get and how many a day? thanks

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Nic, I had a relatively good post op into 5th month and then things for me went downhill.....I drove a short distance over a week and never had help at home....used walker maybe 3 days and carried cane when I went for walks.....just in case I needed it...

My big issue as I see it NOW, 4 yrs post op with Anterior.....shorter leg outcome which wasn't addressed, nerve damage and IT band damage....

I take MANY supps and have taken whey over the years but not now....my issues I believe are all structural... amino acids are important...  Good to hear you are U P on healing issues.

I will think of buying whey protein again and "see" if it might do anything at this point.....   Joy 76 US

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Hi Nic

I would like to know more details as well.....Along with everything else I have osteoporosis. In fact its because of that and doing the NHS exercise that it fractured so easily four weeks post op.

So look forward to hearing more details.

Love

Eileen UK

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Not good Eileen.

After my THR in Feb,against all advice from medics friends family and yes some folks on here,I tried just 1 physio session which nearly killed me..but I did walk and walk every day,gradually building up the distance..

My thinking rightly or wrongly was that just walking without over stressing the new joint made it less likely to do any damage,whilst still helping with recovery,but each to their own.

hope things improve for you.

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I knew it. LOL

I use whey protein as well.

I was with the wrong physical therapist before and i have changed therapist. The one i attend is much better and they guide me. Using Hydro Whey protein it was a big difference. I drink twice per day, 20oz in the morning prior to physical therapy and 20oz after physical therapy.

I also take casein at night. Haven't taken it lately but started again.

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Eileen I do not have osteoporosis and I do not suggest that whey is a cure....but studies suggest it can help...

Studies have suggested for some time that whey protein can up-regulate immune system surveillance systems due to the presence of several live bioactive fractions. Those fractions include beta-lactoglobulin, alpha-lactalbumin, glycomacropeptide and lactoferrin. Lactoferrin has been shown to stop the growth of pathogens commonly associated with food poisoning.

Interestingly, new research has shown that lactoferrin is able to increase the production of new bone, in cases of osteoporosis and non-healing bone fractures.

Whey also contains bovine serum albumin, a protein that increases white blood cell, T-cell and antioxidant cell activity, as well as immunoglobulin anti-bodies that build the immune system. Additionally, all the critical amino acids for cellular repair, growth, and glutathione production naturally occur within whey protein. As you know glutathione is the most powerful antioxidant that protects your cells, essentially the body’s defender of your internal homeostasis, which refers to the ability or tendency of an organism or cell to maintain internal equilibrium by adjusting its physiological processes.

It would appear from our discussion thus far that whey, while holding the status of gold standard within the fitness and body-building community, is clearly more dynamic or more highly anabolic than ever imagined, meaning having the ability to make bio-chemically charged processes, metabolically better. In fact, there are two ancient proverbs from the Italian city of Florence that say, if you want to live a healthy and active life, drink whey, and, if everyone were raised on whey, doctors would be bankrupt

Eileen...the old saying says " you are what you eat" the above might not be for all, but it worked for me....and I can only go by what I know...I am totally healed as if I never had an opperation....and that at 70 and just 8 mnths later....

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Lynn ..it comes in a shake form and various flavors and when mixed with milk it is very nice....whey increases muscle size and muscle does whey more than fat...

As a breakfast and a late afternoon snak it works well....

BUt this is not to take the place of any regime prescribed...

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The University of Texas found that a synergistic blend of 25% whey, 25% soy and 50% of casein protein sustained a longer consistent delivery of amino acids.

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Oh Joy...I hate it when I hear of setbacks like yours and so long after the opp....Anterior or posterior should not have such an influence on the "finished product " , so to speak...an anterior entry shoud have missed the illio tibial band....all these muscles normally just get seperated ....

Using a good whey protein product can not do any harm..and will help with building muscles again...and also help against infections by helping to building a strong immune system...

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Just a word of warning on whey protein products....some suppliers have their whey milled in the same factory where other grain products also get milled and contamination may occur and if one is allergic to any...such as soya...be carefull...always read the lable to see if it is pure.....

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soy is 100% pure protein which is good for the immune system.

i take hydro whey it has soy lecithin but for those who suffer allergies cannot take this product.

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Soy has it's DOWNSIDE for sure.....so much today is soy this and soy that, soy burgers, soy dogs, soy milk all messing up our endorine systems and damaging thyroid and hence more fatigue, that's what I found anyway when I thought this soy milk cwap was the new "miracle"......

Fermented soy I've read is more acceptable....but I avoid a lot of soys.....Joy

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I am still confused as to what is best but experts claim soya foods might lower testosterone levels in men, hamper thyroid function, cause weight gain and disrupt hormones.

Hailing from the same family as beans, peas and lentils, soybeans are crushed to form soybean meal, which is then used to make edible soya products.

It contains all the essential amino acids to build protein in our bodies, and many vegetarians opt for soy products as a way of upping their daily protein intake.

Whey protein is a mixture of globular proteins isolated from whey, the liquid material created as a by-product of cheese production.One study showed that milk protein provides a greater increase in branched chain amino acid concentrations in peripheral tissues as compared to soy.

Pick your choice....

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HI Joy ...I am still confused as to what is best but experts claim soya foods might lower testosterone levels in men, hamper thyroid function, cause weight gain and disrupt hormonesHailing from the same family as beans, peas and lentils, soybeans are crushed to form soybean meal, which is then used to make edible soya products. It contains all the essential amino acids to build protein in our bodies, and many vegetarians opt for soy products as a way of upping their daily protein intake.

Whey protein on the other hand , is a mixture of globular proteins isolated from whey, the liquid material created as a by-product of cheese production.One study showed that milk protein provides a greater increase in branched chain amino acid concentrations in peripheral tissues as compared to soy.

Pick your choice....

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Soys are huge in the GMO food industry....

I just know when I went to the soymilk many yrs back and dragging into my chiro who immediately tested me for soy and said "get off that stuff"....that's your fatigue.....then I started my WORK....

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gg whites are one of the highest-quality proteins available. They have a protein content >80% (equivalent to whey concentrate), and contain zero sugar.

Egg white protein is a great alternative...

Egg white protein is easily digestible, making it an ideal alternative for people who cannot tolerate milk or soy proteins. Egg whites contain an army of amino acids, including all nine essential aminos and the branched-chain amino acids, leucine, isoleucine and valine, which are critical for muscle protein synthesis and therefore muscle growth.

Research shows that eggwhite protein has similar effects on stimulating muscle development as whey. Arginine is also present in high amounts in egg white protein. Arginine boosts nitric-oxide (NO) production in the body, which dilates blood vessels and increases blood flow to muscles. This helps deliver more oxygen and nutrients to the muscles, promoting muscle recovery and greater muscle growth. Arginine also increases levels of growth hormone.Egg whites contain other beneficial components such as sulfur, which is vital for the body's hormone-producing pathways.

White Protein Powder is manufactured in Belgium using a simple and clean production process: after separating the egg white from the yolk, the liquid is spray dried and pasteurised without the use of any chemicals.

The powder has a mild, neutral flavour and can be blended with water or dairy or cereal/nut milks, or added to smoothies.As with all Lifematrix protein powders, Egg White Protein Powder is unsweetened and contains no additives

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Hi Nic, on the contrary it raises your testosterone levels. But there is circumvented theory does not increase testosterone levels. I disagree with their studies.

Anyway, soy and other related protein intake must be cautious you can overdose on vitamins. Protein shakes works fast in the bloodstream but one must exercise in order for it to work. Taking supplements for muscle repair will not work sitting in a couch watching tv. We must go to the gym and workout. We will feel much better and pain free. At my  physical therapy session they have a gym and they are equipped with free weights and weight machines. I like weight machines because of its safety features. You can't get hurt on those machines and if you do thats because you're not paying attention or palcing too much weight you cant handle. This is the only way supplements, energy bars, drinks and protein shakes will work by working your body.

 

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Hi Beachbum....I dont know what you are qualified in....maybe you know something .....to each his own.....being in the medical field , this is what I know......but you are right about the couch...but spare a thought for those who cant do what you are promoting....

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Morning Nic

Thats an answer I would like as well.....what is he qualified in? Probably nothing.

Each person can only do the best they can.  Its great getting advice from others on this forum and I am going to check out the whey shake.

Like you know I'm on 2 crutches, I can still drive got my own car....in fact hubby has to take his in for service today so I have to follow him to the garage and bring him homeeek Dont like driving with him beside me....so he can drive my carcheesygrin

I got to seated zumba once a week,if I tried to stand and do it without crutches I would fall in a heapcheesygrin  I do yoga once a week {class for oder ladies}cheesygrin and I go to the gym once a week but all I'm allowed to do there at the moment is the bicycly where both arms and legs go at the same time...15 mins,    treadmill 15 mins {with a slope on it} ugghhh,

another bicycle, just legs this time, 15mins and stretches.

Doesnt sound much but better than nothing....then I run {using the word lightly }cheesygrin the rest of the week volunteering for our arthritis care branch and trying to fit housework in somewheres.

Love

Eileen  UK

ps....so pleased you re coming on so well.