OakBox
Well everybody can handle different amounts. One said 2gms of protein per lb of body weight (not including fat) is very sufficient. I would go to that amount if i was cutting my carbs. But i stay around 1.5gms per lb of BW. Also if i take 2 full scoops of PPowder in one shot i WILL get gas no matter what quality the whey is. i've tried all kinds. 60gms of protein in one drink is too much for my body to digest without gas. so i take the same amount of protein as i would except i spread the dosages that way i don't get the gas from too much in one shot. with 6 scoops a day and my meal plans i have set up i can easily hit 1.5gms protein per lb of BW and not get or very minimal gas. the more you weigh the more you need. Yea gas is a good way to tell whether or not your pulling in too much but at the same time, most that are on diets like these with protein powders do get gas. its part of the game i guess. one thing i'm not sure of is, while on AS maybe your body can handle much more because of the higher ability to sythesize protein.
i think there are many variables here where you can't point the finger at one. that's why switching proteins around and seeing if how your body handles the amount taking in can help you decide how much you need. I'd say this though... too much is better than too little.
Scaggs