Protein supplements
Protein powder supplements are among the most popular on the market today. They are a great way to expedite recovery from workouts, increase dietary protein intake, increase daily caloric intake and provide a sense of satiety for those looking to lose weight.There are many different types of protein. First are the dairy based ones: whey and casein. Whey is the most common of all the proteins and is the fastest digesting available. Casein is the other milk derived protein and is on the other side of the spectrum, being one of the slowest digesting sources, making it desirable for situations in which you want a more slowly absorbed source such as extended periods in which you can't consume a meal or pre-bed.
Some additional options include powdered animal sources such as beef and egg proteins as well as plant based ones such as soy, brown rice and hemp. These sources are especially helpful for those who have milk allergies or are vegetarian/vegan or looking to stray away from traditional animal based sources.
Most have heard the stories of the 'chalky' and undesirable taste of protein powders in the past. Rest assured, this is truly a thing of the past. Protein powders these days come in a wide array of flavors that won't make you bat an eye when you enjoy them. From chocolate to peanut butter, you'll be sure to find something that you enjoy drinking on a regular basis. Another negative connotation that has been previously associated with protein supplementation is that they can cause bloating. This is also something that has been completely eradicated as this was attributed to having large amounts of lactose in the old versions of protein. These days, if there are any indigestion issues, it is because of food allergies or a lower grade of protein that might not digest as well.
One important aspect to remember is that you should never rely on any supplement as a sole source of nutrition. Whole food should always be the first option when it comes to increasing your protein and calorie intake as a whole. Protein supplements are intended to be just that: A supplement to what you are already doing.
Source of protein supplements :
Egg Protein :-
Egg protein is protein derived from eggs. This protein is often
considered to be more complete than other protein supplements.
Protein Bars:-
Protein bars are perfect for situations where a protein shake does not make sense. Protein bars help supplement your daily intake of protein in an easy and convenient bar.
Protein bars are perfect for situations where a protein shake does not make sense. Protein bars help supplement your daily intake of protein in an easy and convenient bar.
Soy Protein:-
Soy protein is a good alternative to whey protein for those who do not
want their protein to be produced with the use of animal products.
Whey Protein:-
Whey protein is one of the most popular supplements available today, and
it is a high quality protein powder from cow's milk. In case you were
wondering, 20% of milk's protein is whey, while the remaining 80% is
casein. This is why just drinking milk isn't the same as a whey protein
shake. I No, milk only contains about 1% of whey protein. In order to
get all the benefits of whey protein, you need to take a concentrated
whey protein powder.
Many are also curious about exactly how it is made, but it is a rather simple process. First, the milk is pasteurized and then inspected to make sure there are no impurities. The remaining 'curd' from the milk (casein) is then separated and used for other products before the liquid whey is screened through a series of filters to remove lactose and other components. The concentrated liquid form of whey is then put into an ion exchange tower to further concentrate the whey product and to remove any remaining impurities while at the same time being gentle enough to not denature the protein. Finally, it is put through a drying tower to make it into the recognizable powder form. From there, it has the additives such as flavorings, glutamine, etc. added and is then packaged.
For those who are interested in the individual components that make up whey protein, they include: Beta- lactoglobulin, Alpha-lactalbumin, Immunoglubulins, Bovine Serum Albumin (BSA), Lactoperoxidase, Glycomacropeptide (GMP), and Lysozyme. Recently there have also been beneficial items such as digestive enzymes or probiotics added as well to further enhance the bioavailability of the protein.
The purest and most concentrated form of whey protein is whey isolate. It contains 90% or more protein and very little (if any) fat and lactose. Whey protein concentrate has anywhere between 29% and 89% protein depending upon the product. As the protein level in whey protein concentrate decreases the amounts of fat and/or lactose usually increase.
It is also important to keep in mind that all whey proteins aren't created equal. Many factors that can influence the quality of the protein include the number and quality of essential amino acids, digestion and absorption rate, overall fat content, taste of the product, and overall purity of the product.
You will want to start with a basic whey protein and use a single serving post workout at the bare-minimum. Most users will find that the standard serving size of 25-30 grams is adequate and more protein in one serving isn't better. Your body can only utilize a certain amount in a given time period, so shooting over that amount in a single sitting is overkill.
Many are also curious about exactly how it is made, but it is a rather simple process. First, the milk is pasteurized and then inspected to make sure there are no impurities. The remaining 'curd' from the milk (casein) is then separated and used for other products before the liquid whey is screened through a series of filters to remove lactose and other components. The concentrated liquid form of whey is then put into an ion exchange tower to further concentrate the whey product and to remove any remaining impurities while at the same time being gentle enough to not denature the protein. Finally, it is put through a drying tower to make it into the recognizable powder form. From there, it has the additives such as flavorings, glutamine, etc. added and is then packaged.
For those who are interested in the individual components that make up whey protein, they include: Beta- lactoglobulin, Alpha-lactalbumin, Immunoglubulins, Bovine Serum Albumin (BSA), Lactoperoxidase, Glycomacropeptide (GMP), and Lysozyme. Recently there have also been beneficial items such as digestive enzymes or probiotics added as well to further enhance the bioavailability of the protein.
The purest and most concentrated form of whey protein is whey isolate. It contains 90% or more protein and very little (if any) fat and lactose. Whey protein concentrate has anywhere between 29% and 89% protein depending upon the product. As the protein level in whey protein concentrate decreases the amounts of fat and/or lactose usually increase.
It is also important to keep in mind that all whey proteins aren't created equal. Many factors that can influence the quality of the protein include the number and quality of essential amino acids, digestion and absorption rate, overall fat content, taste of the product, and overall purity of the product.
You will want to start with a basic whey protein and use a single serving post workout at the bare-minimum. Most users will find that the standard serving size of 25-30 grams is adequate and more protein in one serving isn't better. Your body can only utilize a certain amount in a given time period, so shooting over that amount in a single sitting is overkill.
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