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When it comes to protein, there's a lot more to consider than people often realize. First, there's the amino acid profile. Then you have the issue of any other nutrients that might be kicking around in your tub. Tying it all together, though, we have bioavailability. While this is sort of a strange word, bioavailability refers to how easy (or difficult) it is for your body to absorb and use a specific nutrient. In this case, we're looking at how readily protein is used. Whey protein is, by...

Whey protein is typically thought of as having a fairly limited scope of use. In the minds of most people, it's a way to build muscle. A smaller number realize the potential of whey to also help with weight-loss efforts. But, in truth, this is only a very small picture of all that whey has to offer. Bundled up with all that protein, we find other oft-forgotten nutrients that can help to support numerous biological functions. Among these many under-appreciated uses, modern research has foun...

Whey protein is typically thought of as having a fairly limited scope of use. In the minds of most people, it's a way to build muscle. A smaller number realize the potential of whey to also help with weight-loss efforts. But, in truth, this is only a very small picture of all that whey has to offer. Bundled up with all that protein, we find other oft-forgotten nutrients that can help to support numerous biological functions. Among these many under-appreciated uses, modern research has foun...

Whey protein is, by far, one of the most common supplements out there. The simple powder, available in a wide range of types and flavors, is offered by a huge number of companies and used by ton of athletes and casual exercisers – all hoping to use whey to accomplish their individual goals. Interestingly, though, many people don't actually know all that much about whey. What, exactly, is it? Where does it come from? How is it made? Most importantly: why does it matter? Understanding how...

Whey protein is, by far, one of the most common supplements out there. The simple powder, available in a wide range of types and flavors, is offered by a huge number of companies and used by ton of athletes and casual exercisers – all hoping to use whey to accomplish their individual goals. Interestingly, though, many people don't actually know all that much about whey. What, exactly, is it? Where does it come from? How is it made? Most importantly: why does it matter? Understanding how...

Plant based protein powders are pretty fascinating things. For one thing, many people don't fully appreciate what they're capable of and they tend to go largely unnoticed. But the truth is that plant based protein powders are incredibly valuable nutritional tools – particularly for the vegans and vegetarians out there. Perhaps one of the most surprising things people notice when shopping for plant based protein powders is that they are occasionally available in “unflavored” varieties. What...

Plant based protein powders are pretty fascinating things. For one thing, many people don't fully appreciate what they're capable of and they tend to go largely unnoticed. But the truth is that plant based protein powders are incredibly valuable nutritional tools – particularly for the vegans and vegetarians out there. Perhaps one of the most surprising things people notice when shopping for plant based protein powders is that they are occasionally available in “unflavored” varieties. What...

You likely already have a basic understanding of what whey protein is. However, when it comes to all the adjectives that get thrown around when it comes time to purchase protein powder, where do you even start? Concentrate, isolate, hydrolysate… what does it all mean? Let’s go back to basics and focus on one of the simplest descriptors used for whey protein: lean. What exactly is lean whey protein? What does the addition of the word “lean” mean?   Just Plain Whey To fully grasp the co...

You likely already have a basic understanding of what whey protein is. However, when it comes to all the adjectives that get thrown around when it comes time to purchase protein powder, where do you even start? Concentrate, isolate, hydrolysate… what does it all mean? Let’s go back to basics and focus on one of the simplest descriptors used for whey protein: lean. What exactly is lean whey protein? What does the addition of the word “lean” mean?   Just Plain Whey To fully grasp the co...

There's lots of good stuff in whey protein supplements – not just protein. But, thanks to those other components, sometimes concerns or misconceptions tend to pop up. The fat content of whey, for example, has raised some concerns over the cholesterol in whey protein. Let's take a closer look at the fats in whey and see how these can influence your cholesterol levels. First, though, we need to discuss the different types of whey and their individual nutritional content. Concentrates and ...