It is more likely that the gas is from unabsorbed protein reaching the bacteria in your bowel. The excess content stimulates BMs and likely is absorbed by bacteria which use the macronutrients similarly to sugar with gas as a bi-product. No one knows how much protein you can absorb at once, or how it can change over time, but you can adjust the number of servings and frequency to test for yourself. Try starting with a max of 20 grams every 3-4 hours (coming from a supplement or meals) and move up as tolerated.
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