Protein Supplementation

The controversy that surrounds the link for protein supplements is frequently linked to the myth that the exercising individual requires no more protein than the sedentary individual. Well recent studies including those mentioned above have dispelled this myth.
If you are one of those who falls into Category1 in the protein calculator then you will need to consume quite large amounts of protein to not only gain but also to maintain your size and strength.
5 or 6 meals a day will be the norm with between 30-50g of protein per meal. This is an extremely large quantity of protein at each meal (see examples below) and sometimes not always possible. It is therefore obvious that some other suitable forms of protein will have to be consumed. Protein supplements provide a convenient way to supplement (not replace) your protein requirements to the desired levels of consumption. Whether it is in the form of a convenient snack bar or drink supplements it can provide for the shortfall in your dietary requirements.

The following shows various examples of protein meals, as you can see it can be acheived with natural ingredients or by using supplements. Both are as good as one another, it really depends upon your circumstances.

Examples of a 50g protein meal

Further Reading : -

The relationship between Protein and exercise
Calculation of Protein intake depending on exercise levels
Protein supplementation

A more technical view on Proteins and Amino acids