Which protein powder would you recomend?

joejccva71

And none of them will protect against gluconeogenosis. Eating sufficient carb intake will protect against it.

liftingbro

I don't buy protein for the flavor, I buy it for the content. Low calories, high protein, cheap price....that is all.

Now if two are about the same content wise, then flavor is something I look at.

I've tried:

Higher Power (Not bad, but watery but also very cost effective)
Pure Protein (Not bad, but again cheap)
Myofusion (Best one I've tasted but a bit more expensive than the above)
6 Star (Not bad either but not my favorite)
Dymatize Elite (This was on par with Higher Power but mroe expensive)

Right now I use Higher Power because it has decent content and a good price. I could get bettet ratios or taste with other proteins but IMO, it does not justify the price difference.

musclebuilder

I need to buy a protein powder, I want something really good, thanks!

Lots of options obviously and they can vary in quality..If quality is your main concern something like myogenix evolution raw is up there with the highest quality PP..But with that comes a higher cost. If you are looking for something cheaper a suggestion is to see that the company who's protein you are interested in can provide a lab analysis so you can be sure you are getting what you pay for. The more high quality protein powders will cost a bit more but when you view the cost per serving compared to whole food source it is still a good deal..

musclebuilder

Depends on what you're looking for.

If you want taste:

XF Ultra Peptide - Lemon Cream Pie
Myofusion
BSN Syntha 6
Magnum Quattro Neutraceuticals (low carb and fat)

If you want price and low carb/fat:

Optimum Nutrition Gold 100% Whey (it tastes ok, but nothing like the ones above , especially XF)

Which one of those has a good raito of free form, as well as di and tripeptides (say 3 to 1)and to protect against gluconeogenosis?

Certain situations result in accelerated gluconeogenesis and protein breakdown. Exercise being one of those situations of course..Tipton did a study that showed EAA and carbohydrates immediately before resitance training resulted in significantly increased net MPS which lasted well beyond the completion of exercise. In fact it increased during exercise, started to decline and upon completion of training spiked again. So this would not be a real concern..At some point in say the several hours after training you eat again However in a situation where you did not follow this protocol it may be optimal to consume some food/protein not to long after completion of your training to go from a net catabolic state to net anabolic..Also you see some research suggesting a role in BCAA specifically leucine and possibly carbohydrates to potentially overcome the refractory response of MPS to elevations of AA..

But gluconeogenesis is not always the bad guy..It plays an important role in the maintenance of blood glucose levels..And amino acids are not the only molecules that contribute to this pathway..Lactate for example which is produced at higher rates during intense exercise is also involved in this pathway. This cycle is a relatively efficient way to reutilize the products of glycolysis and again, helping to maintain blood glucose and prolonged muscle glycolysis.

Javajunkie67

Marking my spot for later.

JNick77

Optimum Nutrition. My absolute favorite.

check online for good flavors. I like chocolate mint (tastes like girl scout cookies) mocha cappuccino and blueberry.

bodybuilding.com is where i order from

Nice feedback on the Chocolate Mint version, I'll try that next time. I've tried Cookies N Cream and Extreme Chocolate and the CnC is my favorite so far.

reepobob

I use three different powders for three different scenarios...

1. I use Myofusion (best tasting) in the morning as a meal replacement/supplement/head start on my protein macro
2. I use GNC Amp 60 chocolate for recovery
3. I use Probolic-SR chocolate (I like chocolate...sue me) for a night time shake for slow release protein while I sleep.

Sublimely_Self_Righteousreused

I used Six Star, but that stuff was really hard to mix up. Left me with protein globs sticking to my teeth. When I switched to Muscle milk ( you can get a 6 lb bag of it for $40 at Costco), it mixed up way easier, and I didn't feel like I was chewing it. It tasted better too in my opinion.

Sublimely_Self_Righteousreused

I can tell you that muscle milk is the MOST horrible thing I have ever tasted!!! DO NOT buy Muscle Milk. It doesn't dissolve and is all chunky. It makes me want to throw up (unfortunatelly I bought a big tub of it)
I love EAS Whey protein in chocolate, 130 calories 23 grams of protein and 1 gram of sugar. It is wonderful and dissolves nicely even when I dont have my blender.

Happy shopping!!

I had that exact problem with Six Star!!! But when I bought Muscle Milk, it mixed up perfectly!

suzycreamcheese

i dont really notice that it doesnt dissolve, it seems about the same as all the others in that respect, but using normal protein shakes actually sparked off a lactose intolerance for me which lasted several months, and muscle milk is the only one i can tolerate without feeling seriously ill afterwards, plus the cookies n creme tastes like icecream. Im surprised you dont like it

Liquid741

i just use GNC 100% whey protein powder...like 120 cals and 20 protein per scoop...the taste is so-so, but im looking for low cal so i always go back to it.

i tried syntha 6 and it made me **** my pants all day long! i would never try that crap again. its great for cleaning you out, but damn felt like i was on a launch pad!

mikioi

I use the Syntax Nectar, Lemonade flavor, it has 90 cals, no carbs and 23 protein. I tend to take protein like medicine though. As long as I can swallow it, it works..lol. Tried an orange flavor of the same brand. Hated it!. Gave it away!

I like the Syntrax Nectar too. I love the strawberry kiwi flavor!

mrdee555

Id switch between Phd Pharma whey ht, Extreme Nutrition pro-6, and Dymatize Iso and Gourmet whey

specialk87

Hi Anetap

I have just started using a power by Maxitone called Sculptress. 1 portion is 50g (2 scoops) mixed with water, which is around 180 calories, 32g protein, and virtually no carbs/sugar and very low fat. This particular brand is specifically designed for those wanting to melt the fat but tone up at the same time, so your muscles don't go to jelly. You can get it in strawberry/chocolate/banana or vanilla. The strawberry one tastes a bit powderery but the banana one is nice!

I have been using it for just over a week now, and I usually take one shake as a mid morning snack, and then one either half hour before working out, or post workout . When I used to go to the gym before taking the shakes, if I did a workout, my muscles would ache for about 1 day after. But since I have been taking the shakes, my muscles don't ache anymore, because the protein repairs it very fast, and I find during the day I have more energy in general.

For the best results with taking any protein shake in general, just make sure you are mainly eating protein with every meal, and cut down on the carbohydrates. I am not saying have NO carbs, but have LOW carbs instead. If you get your main energy source from protein, you are more likely to feel fuller and your body will be burning more fat.

TexasNurseMom78

Herbalife all the way! the vanilla and chocolate are good and they also have a pumpkin spice flavor (YUMMY!) and cookies and cream. 2 scoops is 90 cal, 9g protein. And then I add a scoop of the personal protein powder for extra boost.

joybedford

I used to use the maxitone one and really liked it but my husband finds it a bit sweet, i have a sweet tooth though so maybe thats why I liked it. I have since found out I am dairy intolerant and am now using my protein soy protein isolate. I bought natural and some flavourings to go with it. It is a bit like wall paper paste with the chocolate but could drink it all day with the strawberry cream flavouring.

queenhoneeybee

im going for bariatric surgery and they said that you get what you pay for but really a good protein powder/drink with the highest quality protein would be one with whey protein isolate, ion exchange whey, whey hydrolysate, or whey peptides as number one ingredient. im just really excited to try some with some other flavorings to mix it up-the possibilities are endless. this guy said that he would add splenda, greek yogurt, and some frozen berries to his protein drink. think out of the box-it just doesn't have to be out from the container. =]

MsMonny

Don't look at my photo to make a decision on what I use BTW!!

I use what my gym recommended and I absolutely love it.

It is BNRG Proto-whey 100% pure hydrolyzed whey protien. 2 scoops mixed in a glass of water, mixes extremely well and tastes amazing. I have had to use milk in the past with other stuff, but this is great with just water.

The reason I chose this?

A more rapid and complete absorption process due to the smaller peptide size. It delivers 100% of its protien to all the cells where other products may deliver only a fraction of their protien throughout the body. No caseins, whey isolates or whey concentrates.

120 cal per serve
20g protien per serve (57.14g per 100g)
4g fat per serve
4g carb (sugar) per serve

Can't praise this enough!!:happy:

Anyone else use this one? I am sure it isavail in the USA.

sniperalza

hi there I use the Syntax Nectar whey isolate crystal ski tastes great and no sugar or carbs...good price too

hyperkate

I love Strawberry Nitrotech by Muscletech!! It tastes like Angel delight! It is 80% pure whey isolate too so doesn't give me tummy ache :-). It is more expensive then PHD and ON etc but it is the premium range. It does have 20% whey concentrate in it for the nutrients but it is good if you aren't too good with lactose.

AKosky585

EAS Chocolate right now...only because I got impatient waiting for my Optimum Nutrition Vanilla Ice Cream to come in the mail so I bought one at the store to get me through for the 5 days it took to ship! haha.

Both are pretty good...I would probably say the Optimum Nutrition is a little better, and they have SO many flavors!!!