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Post-Workout Recovery

Many of the questions on this topic will be answered in the article: All About Workout/Post Workout Nutrition)

What PW drink should I use?
Can I just use any whey protein and Gatorade?
Isn't sugar bad for me? Wouldn't fruit be better?
Can't I just eat a banana and whey protein post-workout?
If maltodextrin is a complex carbohydrate, why use it PW?
Why both dextrose and maltodextrin?
Should I use PW drinks even though I want to lose fat?
What if I want to build muscle and lose fat?
What if I have poor carb tolerance and gain fat easily?
What about after an energy expenditure bout?
Should I consume starchy carbs after an energy expenditure bout?
What do I need for recreational sport?
What is 'intense training' in terms of PW drinks?
I play competitive sports; what PW drinks do I need?
What are BCAAs and when should I consume them?
If I workout 2x/day, should I do 2 PW drinks?
If I workout 2x/day, should I do 2 PW meals?
What are my best choices for PW carbs?
Does a brisk walk count as a workout to have a PW meal?
Do I still need to eat before a morning workout?
Do I get PW drinks and meals if I workout at night?
What about using glutamine for recovery?
What about CNS recovery?
Will I get GI upset with recovery drinks?
What about creatine PW?
What about beta-alanine PW?
What about chocolate milk post-workout?

Greens+ and Greens Supplements

I've read that PN recommends a product called Greens+.Where can I find it?
Why is there a Canadian and a US version?
Do I need Greens+ if I am eating my veggies with each meal?
What benefits does Greens+ provide?
Should I be concerned with any kind of allergic response or sensitivity to Greens+?
Why does PN recommend Greens+ anyway? Does PN have a financial stake?
Can PN recommend an alternative?

Fish Oil

You can find questions related to fish oil supplementation under the headings Fats and Plant-Based Eating in the PN Nutrition FAQs

Creatine

Can creatine cause kidney failure?
Is it true that creatine only remains stable for 10 minutes after water is added?
Will taking creatine make me cramp up and give me GI upset?
I'm a woman; will creatine make me bulky?
What are some additional benefits of creatine?
Is it true that taking creatine with sugar will help me get bigger?
Are there ways to increase creatine uptake without spiking insulin?
When is the best time to take creatine?
Do I need creatine to load?
How much creatine do I need to take for maintenance?
Does PN recommend a specific type or brand of creatine?

World Retailers

Where can I find supplements in Asia?
Where can I find supplements in Australia?
Where can I find supplements in Canada?
Where can I find supplements in Europe?
Where can I find supplements in South America?

Miscellaneous

How much is a standard scoop of protein?
How can I mask the flavor of my protein powder? It tastes terrible!
What's the best way to clean my shake containers?
Is taking ZMA with my last meal before bed a problem?

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