I heard that a casein protein is needed before you go to bed but I have tried a couple of different kinds and can't stand the taste of them. I know cottage cheese is an alternative but I can't stand that either. I had heard that eating nuts can also be good as well. I eat dry roasted shelled peanuts before I go to bed, maybe about the size of a small bowl(thats including the shells also).
Is this ok to eat?
Could eating that every night before bed stop my fat loss?
Should I just eat them on occasion and choke down the casein protein?
Is there another alternative?...
Please help!
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Thread: What to eat before bed?
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03-09-2008, 03:39 PM #1
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What to eat before bed?
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03-09-2008, 04:00 PM #2
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I've heard lots of people saying they like cottage cheese mixed with peanut butter. This would give you the casein protein, as well as healthy fats, so it's perfect for pre-bed. I can't give any personal experience, I really like the casein protein, and therefore haven't had CC.
EDIT: What you have would be fine if you also had some type of protein in there, from what I've seen here. The general idea is healthy fat + some kind of protein, preferably slow acting.
Personally, I don't think it looks like you need to lose fat, though. That looks like a pretty healthy weight, maybe even a little low.Last edited by deadgearsrising; 03-09-2008 at 04:03 PM.
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casein is not 100% necessary it just benefits for a slower digestion
eat any lean protein source + some healthy fats ( those nuts ) and maybe a small side of veg and call it a night
have some steak / salmon + some veggies that will work just as well
just getting adequate protein/fat that fits into your macros will be sufficient,
try a few whole eggs + egg white omlettes with ur fav vegs mixed in and a small side of broccoli
Chicken + Broccoli + Peanut butter satay sauce slapped over all of it
Salmon + Broccoli.. whatever you perfer.. just make it fit into the macros
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03-09-2008, 07:05 PM #14
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Inspired by the jell-o thread, I just made tonight's bed time snack and I'm foaming at the mouth to try it. You're welcome to rep me if you use it and like it or neg me if it's nasty (I haven't actually tried it yet).
1 package sugar free fat free Butterscotch jell-o
2 cups milk 1%
1 scoop ProCore Caramel flavored buckwheat protein
1.5 cups fat free cottage cheese
I haven't figured out how much I'm gonna eat yet though.
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Totals:
Calories: 588
Pro - 73g
Carb - 66g
Fat - 3.5Last edited by justletmein; 03-09-2008 at 07:25 PM.
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07-13-2009, 12:16 AM #20
Dry roasted peanuts are less healthy than natural pb, not tremendously so but they do add starch in order to make them a certain consistency which is really not too great for fitness, but moderation is key, and I agree with the guy who suggested steak, I attribute most of my past success to it, still looking for a more "economically stable" version of steak though lol.
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False
False again, Casein is a marketing scam, its not necessary nor do you have to have cottage cheese. Its not a miracle drug, but the boards make it act like it is..
Eat what you want before bed, any protein source is perfectly fine, the thing that matters most is getting the amount of calories , protein, and EFA you need to meet in a certain day to meet your goals.
Eat some Steak if you like it, or some chicken , or eggs.
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02-13-2010, 11:08 PM #26
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This ^
You don't even need casein before bed. Just eat a meal like you normally would. Egg whites, meat, chicken, whatever you use for your protein in your meals etc. It all takes time to be digested anyway so that performs the similar role.
I do chicken & broccoli & spinach usually. Something that's quick and easy to cook at that hour.
I'm a firm believer of eating whole foods whenever possible. So whenever you're at home, always try and eat a healthy cooked meal. Use your supplements for like after training or when you physically can't get a meal into your schedule.Last edited by Simmo0508; 02-13-2010 at 11:11 PM.
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04-02-2010, 11:50 PM #27
I do a shake made with 1 cup skim milk, 1/4 cup fat free yogurt with a scoop of egg white protein, 1 teaspoon ground flaxseed. And with it I do either 2 tablespoons of walnuts and almonds or a tablespoon of organic peanut butter.
By the way, does it really matter which one you consume as far as the nuts? They're both good fats but is the nut butter a little fattier than the actual nut?What is defeat? Nothing but education. Nothing but the first step to something better."
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04-03-2010, 07:02 AM #28
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04-10-2011, 07:31 AM #29
Peanuts are not considered nuts they are a legume or bean. Real nuts are Almonds, Walnuts, Cashews, Hazelnuts, Brazilnuts. Nuts are highly concentrated in carbs and healthy fats. You should eat them in moderation if you dont want extra fat. Stick to the Casin but again nutural protein is always better. have some Lean meat or seafood.
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04-10-2011, 08:12 AM #30
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