How much fat to use...if any at all

**JDM** · 06-12-2010, 01:18 AM

I was just wondering, I've read about some people using fat powders in their mixes. I was just wondering what type of mixes they are used in, PWO etc. Also, if used, how much and what type should be used. Should protein be sacrificed for the fat? carb? suppliment? I don't really know fat's purpose in the mix. Perhaps I should just take a fish oil capsule, but I really don't know why.

**djones** · 06-12-2010, 02:40 AM

i'd suggest visiting the fat section for a detailed view of how and why each fat source is used

**JDM** · 06-12-2010, 03:03 PM

It didn't really help much. I don't understand alot of that techincal jargon. Most mentioned they were used in MRPs which I didn't want to use anyway, so I guess I will go without. Thanks anyway.

**njnjr23** · 06-12-2010, 07:34 PM

I'm not a nutritionist, and I didn't stay at a Holiday Inn Express last night, but I'll let you know how I use the fats. I will typically use them in anything that is not pre- , or post- workout...as fats will slow down the digestion, with the exception being MCTs. Back in HS and college, I would have MCTs prior to my gym work. When I do use fats, I sacrifice carbs for the fats. My typical multipurpose shake that I will drink twice per day between meals is made up of 60% protein, 25% fats, 15% carbs. My carb specifically is instant oatmuscle all the time. My fats are typically either EFA or omegamuscle...although I do have plans to try yolk powder and sunflower power oil.

**job561** · 06-12-2010, 07:59 PM

I have used the following PF sources at the following percentages:

EFA - used at 10% of an MRP / anabolic Protein & Fat formulation. Creates great tasting, smooth and creamy protein shakes ... I just wish my diet were "cleaner" so that I wouldn't feel badly about adding another Omega 6 fat source to my diet (the American diet uses FAR too many O-6 fats).

Medium Chain Tricglycerides - never used this one, but I am curious about it's alleged abilities to increase fat burning.

Omega Muscle - used at 5, 10, and 15% of an MRP formulation. A great source for Omega 3 fatty acids, however I won't use this again as I find it too much trouble continually having to "shake up/remix" my protein mixes to keep the O.M. in suspension.

Sunflower Power Oil - never used this one. As it consists primarily of Omega 6 fats (linoleic acid), I expect it to behave very much like PF's EFA.

Yolk Powder - used at both 10% and 15% of an MRP. I like to use this with equal amounts of PF's Egg White powder in MRP's / anabolic Protein & Fat combo's to create a cheaper (and higher protein %) whole egg protein source as compared to PF's Vaporfiltration Whole Egg protein. If you like eggs and aren't concerned about cholesterol, I recommend this fat source highly.

As slow fat loss (and concurrent lean mass maintenance) is my primary goal, my next PF mix will include both 10% Egg Yolk and 10% MCT's, with Omega 3 supplementation coming outside of my protein shakes.

**JDM** · 06-12-2010, 10:05 PM

I appreciate the information, I was quite confused. I only use a pre and post drink so I guess I will go without the fat. By the way, what does MCT stand for?