classic27
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Which one is better and why?
Fast absorbing carbs are what you need after a workout in order to spike insulin levels and replenish glycogen. Starches are not a good option this time of day.Both are high GI empty calories. Do yourself a favor and switch to whole food starch sources.
BS.Fast absorbing carbs are what you need after a workout in order to spike insulin levels and replenish glycogen. Starches are not a good option this time of day.
Several times? Tons of times!!:aargh:BS.
This has been debunked on AM several times over.
lmao deja vu, eh Nitrox?BS.
This has been debunked on AM several times over.
Great post. That AA thread at BB.com is interesting. Much info...Dextrose mixes incredibly easy and is a mild sweetener (roughly 2/3 as sweet as table sugar). Maltodextrin does not mix real easy without a blender and is completely tasteless. They're both very dense, making them an easy carb source to consume if you don't have a big appetite.
They both have virtually identical effects after being consumed, both quickly digested forms of glucose.
They're both micronutrient free. Meaning they don't contain any vitamins, minerals, phytonutrients, etc. They also don't contain any fiber. So for long term health, you're better off choosing a different carb source like whole grain bread, potatoes, rice, beans, oatmeal, pasta, etc. If you have problems losing weight and dealing with food cravings & hunger, you should also opt for those whole food carb sources(especially the ones high in fiber). They're more likely to keep you feeling full.
The only reason to go with dextrose/malto instead of real food is taste & convenience.
All things considered, I'm happy to toss some dextrose into my workout shake, especially when I'm struggling to get in the extra calories. I already eat plenty of whole grains, fruits & veggies, so I don't sweat the few hundred calories I get from dextrose and other "junk" foods.
There's an enormous old thread on bb.com by Alan Aragon that goes into much more detail. It's a good read if you have a few hours to kill.
no need for starch sources. Try unprocessed honey - chocka full of antioxidants and nutrients.Both are high GI empty calories. Do yourself a favor and switch to whole food starch sources.
What brand spirulina powder do you use?no need for starch sources. Try unprocessed honey - chocka full of antioxidants and nutrients.
I make my postWO shake before I go - slightly warm the honey container in hotwater so it runs better, then add it in with whey, water and spirulina powder. A little sweet, but better than 'empty carbs'
From New Zealand - Can't say much more on this thread.What brand spirulina powder do you use?
thanks budFrom New Zealand - Can't say much more on this thread.
No worries bro - it's great stuff - nutrient-dense and perfect for after WO when your muscles are acting like a sponge. Same as the honey.thanks bud
Both Maltodextrin & Dextrose are made from corn.i believe that dextrose is even faster absorbing than malto, since dextrose is basically a grape sugar and grape sugar starts absorbing in your mouth, even before swallowing, that shouldn't be the case with regular malto or sugar.
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