Whey Protein enthusiasts, please help me! :)

katierrt

I've lost all but 11 lbs, now I would like to focus more on weight lifting for toning and definition. I have one major problem with whey protein, I hate the taste of it and I would love some help with enhancing the flavor, plus, any advice on which protein is the best .... brand name and where I would find it? any and all replies will be appreciated! Thanks a bunch!

Acg67

I've lost all but 11 lbs, now I would like to focus more on weight lifting for toning and definition. I have one major problem with whey protein, I hate the taste of it and I would love some help with enhancing the flavor, plus, any advice on which protein is the best .... brand name and where I would find it? any and all replies will be appreciated! Thanks a bunch!

You don't even need whey protein to "tone", it's just a supplement in the case you can't reach adequate protein through your regular diet.

As for ones that are tasty, trutein, protizyme, Xtreme formulations line are all pretty tasty

atrebor18

I just switched to GNC's Pro Performance Amp - Amplified Wheybolic Extreme 60 rotein powder and I really like it! 93 calories a scoop with 20 grams of protein. I like to mix the vanilla in smoothies and I drink the chocolate kind with PB2 powder in either water or almond milk.

katierrt

I've lost all but 11 lbs, now I would like to focus more on weight lifting for toning and definition. I have one major problem with whey protein, I hate the taste of it and I would love some help with enhancing the flavor, plus, any advice on which protein is the best .... brand name and where I would find it? any and all replies will be appreciated! Thanks a bunch!

You don't even need whey protein to "tone", it's just a supplement in the case you can't reach adequate protein through your regular diet.

As for ones that are tasty, trutein, protizyme, Xtreme formulations line are all pretty tasty

well, I need supplemental that's for sure, by the end of some days, it kills me to meet 80 grams....

jacksonpt

I've lost all but 11 lbs, now I would like to focus more on weight lifting for toning and definition. I have one major problem with whey protein, I hate the taste of it and I would love some help with enhancing the flavor, plus, any advice on which protein is the best .... brand name and where I would find it? any and all replies will be appreciated! Thanks a bunch!

You don't even need whey protein to "tone", it's just a supplement in the case you can't reach adequate protein through your regular diet.

This.

I've liked most of the Optimum Nutrition stuff I've had. Mixing anything with milk and ice cream will certainly help the flavor.

katierrt

Ice Cream? hmmmm, never thought of that!! I love ice cream!

alejandroak

Funny you should say that... I tried the same stuff, and I love it...

Initially bought at 5LB bag of EAS Myoplex for $35 or so... Thought, "wow great deal...!!".

Tasted decent... But as I did more research, I learned of all the other options.

Tried the Wheybolic Extreme 60 (Chocolate) and LOVE it... Mixes/dissolves much more readily than the EAS, has fewer carbs pre gram of protein, and tastes much better. Also dissolves readily and easily in cold liquids (I've used water and milk, separately of course LoL...).


GRANTED, it is QUITE pricey... I use it only after weights (3x weekdays, AM). I use the EAS after 1hr spinning M-F... I plan to use a slightly less expensive protein after spinning... Bought 2x 3LB containers of Wheybolic Extreme 60 for $100... ($50 each). YES, it's f*cking expensive, and the name is completely stupid ("Wheybolic"... really? Alcoholic, wheybolic, systolic, diastolic, has no logic... :P), but it tastes great, I feel like recover very well after weights (super sets starting at 75% of my max weight), and at the rate I use it, 6LBS will last me 4-6 months...

Give it a try, it's not bad. But then again it's expensive, and taste is 100% subjective...

Just my "two cents" LoL :-)

Lupercalia

I've lost all but 11 lbs, now I would like to focus more on weight lifting for toning and definition. I have one major problem with whey protein, I hate the taste of it and I would love some help with enhancing the flavor, plus, any advice on which protein is the best .... brand name and where I would find it? any and all replies will be appreciated! Thanks a bunch!

You don't even need whey protein to "tone", it's just a supplement in the case you can't reach adequate protein through your regular diet.

This.

I've liked most of the Optimum Nutrition stuff I've had. Mixing anything with milk and ice cream will certainly help the flavor.

Yeah, I agree with all of the above and am an Optimum Nutrition Gold Standard Whey user as well. I'm currently using the double rich chocolate flavour. I mix it with coconut milk or full fat greek yogurt.

CristinaL1983

I just switched to GNC's Pro Performance Amp - Amplified Wheybolic Extreme 60 Protein powder and I really like it! 93 calories a scoop with 20 grams of protein. I like to mix the vanilla in smoothies and I drink the chocolate kind with PB2 powder in either water or almond milk.

I use this and I love it. I stick with the Vanilla and I just add mine to water and shake. It tastes great (even just with water), mixes really easily. It is kind of expensive ($50+/ 3 lbs) but it is a combination of Isolate and Hydrolyzed whey (which tend to be pricier). It says it has 17 servings but I only have 1/3 of a serving (usually) per day so I get 51 servings of 20g of protein out of it. Works out to about $1/shake.

CristinaL1983

Also, check out this link before you decide which one to get: http://www.consumerreports.org/cro/2012/04/protein-drinks/index.htm

Consumer Reports investigated heavy metals in several brands of protein powder and found that some had really high levels. The table at the bottom of the page shows how much heavy metal is in every 3 servings. Most are safe but there were three that can be toxic at that level.

Wakeupwaisted

Just find way to cover the taste. I use two scoops of my vanilla whey protein powder, mixed with 1 cup of Greek yogurt (even more protein plus great flavor), 1/2 cup to 1 cup of fat free milk, and strawberries (or whatever fruit you like). You won't taste the protein powder at all.

gemmaleigh1989

Optimum nutrition is the way to go.

Extreme milk chocolate flavour, low fat milk, 1 frozen banana = DELICIOUS
vanilla ice cream flavor, low fat milk, half a frozen banana, a handful of frozen berries = DELICIOUS

I actually look forward to my shakes. I tried Myofusion because everyone on other forums said that tasted better than ON and I was hugely disappointed. Wish I had stuck with ON and now I have two tubs of Myofusion to get through (banana flavour = less than average, cookies and cream (with one scoop of ice cream) = pretty yum but I wouldn't buy it again)

MightyDomo

What you mix it with is almost as important as what you buy. IE. Peanut Butter mixed with chocolate protein powder and some skim milk and a bit of greek plain yogurt tastes like a peanut butter cup. Spinach, Carrots, Strawberries, Bananas and Peaches with a vanilla protein powder sounds healthy but doesn't taste all that good. Just as an example

bodybuilding.com has a lot of brands with ratings and supplemental information beyond what goes on the jar including reviews from people who have tasted it and taste ratings! I definitely want to buy from their shop the next chance I get as they do deliver all over north america

NthnButMoonshine

I just switched to GNC's Pro Performance Amp - Amplified Wheybolic Extreme 60 rotein powder and I really like it! 93 calories a scoop with 20 grams of protein. I like to mix the vanilla in smoothies and I drink the chocolate kind with PB2 powder in either water or almond milk.

Another vote for this one in Chocolate. I just mix mine with cold water.

islandgirl76_

I like Jay Robb Vanilla, usually mixed with a banana, almond milk and some ice. You can find it at Whole Foods.

thaphatdiva

Bump. I want to come back to this later. :-)

BonaFideUK

When I started using Whey Protein I hated the taste too. The easiest thing you can do is mix it with milk, it takes quite a lot away from the bitter taste. Now though I can drink it straight up in a glass of water. It tastes alright, not exactly nice, but very tolerable. I used Optimum nutrition double chocolate whey.

CaffeinatedConfectionist

I like Bluebonnet Chocolate whey isolate. 26g of protein per 116 calorie scoop. Sweetened with stevia, from grassfed cows. $40 or so for a 2lb tub on amazon.

I usually blend it with milk or almond milk, a banana, and some other sort of fruit or peanut butter. Lately I've taken to blending it with cold coffee and some other flavoring, whether fruit or an extract.

djames92

dymatize blueberry muffin is my favorite

katierrt

this is so great, I love this, thanks to all of you!! you're wonderful!

irishblonde2011

Bumping for later.
Thank you.

Arkhos

Syntrax Matrix 5.0 Whey Protein Shakes
http://www.si03.com/reg_index.htm

When I started with my personal trainer last year, she put me on these shakes. I think they taste pretty good, especially for a whey protein shake without adding a bunch of sugar or fat. She chose these because this is what a doctor would give bariatric patients. It contains sustained release protein and comes in a variety of flavors. I like the Orange Cream (if you like orange creamsicle) to start with, but they have plenty of choices: Banana Cream, Cookies and Cream, Creamy Vanilla, Milk Chocolate, Mint Cookie, Strawberry Cream, Perfect Chocolate, and Simply Vanilla. Syntrax also has a version called Nectar that is a quick (rather than sustained) release protein, but has more of a fruit or sweet flavor.

Each scoop contains about (varies slightly per flavor):
23 grams of Protein
1.5 grams of Fat
2 grams of Carbohydrates
2 grams of Sugar
120 Calories

You want to take them before or after your workout, or as a meal replacement snack.

You can buy them at Vitamin Shoppe (not Cottage) or online. I pay about $45 for a 5lb bag that should last about a month (to 6 weeks depending on number of scoops) if taken twice a day every day. If you go to Vitamin Shoppe you can usually get either free or $2 sample packs of the different shakes to try.


The Problem: Protein powders that are low in quality, contain fat-inducing maltodextrin, taste horrible, require a blender to mix properly and contain only one very fast-acting protein. No doubt that most of these products are cheap, but who wants to gag something down day after day that's neither convenient nor beneficial?

The Solution: Matrix protein powders. Taking years to properly formulate, Matrix solves all of the problems currently afflicting those other low-grade protein powders. Most importantly, Syntrax completely stayed away from cheap, inferior protein sources, such as denatured sodium and calcium caseinate. They know that to be the best, they had to use only the highest quality protein sources, such as ultrafiltered whey protein, ultrafiltered milk protein, native egg albumin and glutamine peptides. The costs are much higher, but the rewards are significant. These proteins not only taste great, but they are unmatched in their ability to improve overall health as well as build critical bodily tissues and processes.
To make the highest quality product in the industry, Syntrax knew they had to do even more. They decided that they would no settle for anything but the best tasting protein powder on the market. After countless trials, they arrived at several delicious flavors that are pure ecstasy to consume.
Completing the solution to the problem, Matrix is thoroughly instantized so that every scoop dissolves perfectly in your favorite beverage. No more disgusting clumps or blenders that dirty your kitchen... with Matrix, you only need a spoon!

Syntrax Matrix 5.0 - The Facts

What is Matrix?
Matrix is a blend of the highest quality protein concentrates in the industry.
What makes Matrix higher quality than the competition?
Matrix contains a combination of 3 different high-quality proteins: whey protein, micellar casein and egg albumin (egg white protein).

Why a blend of different proteins instead of just one protein?
Indeed, there are several very high-quality protein sources, such as egg, casein and whey; however, none of them are perfect in every aspect. All of these protein sources are equal in terms of overall health and growth of lean body tissue, but each has its specific physiological strengths and weaknesses. For instance, egg protein is considered the gold standard protein source. Not only does it perfectly support lean tissue growth and maintenance, but it contains a host of growth factors and micronutrients. The downside is that it is very expensive. Whey protein, on the other hand, has been shown to be the fastest metabolized protein source and to have superior immune-stimulating abilities. Casein has been shown to be the slowest metabolized protein source, which makes it superior for providing muscle tissue with amino acids over an extended period of time. Thus, even though ingesting one protein source has many benefits, ultimately the best course of action is to consume several high-quality protein sources in order to minimize the weaknesses and maximize the strengths of each source.

When is the best time to consume Matrix?
Because it contains proteins which are metabolized both quickly and slowly, Matrix is an ideal protein source for any time of the day. Some people will consume a fast-acting protein source, such as whey protein, after a workout and consume a slow-acting protein source, such as casein, before bedtime. Since Matrix contains slow (casein), medium (egg) and fast (whey) acting proteins, it is ideal for any situation. It has the ability to bombard lean body mass quickly with amino acids as well as provide the body with these same nutrients over an extended period of time.

Is Matrix a superior protein for those with medical conditions, such as bariatric surgery patients?
Yes! Matrix's amino acid profile is best out of any protein on the market. Furthermore, because it provides the unique benefits of three different protein concentrates, it offers the best opportunity for increasing overall health and well being . . . from optimizing lean body mass and adipose levels to supporting an ideal antioxidant status to maintaining proper kidney and immune system function.

How can Matrix 5.0 be so economical if it contains more expensive proteins?
Notice that Matrix 5.0 is packaged in a high-quality laminated bag. There are considerable savings in packaging with this method, which consequently offset the increased costs of the proteins. Do not worry about freshness! The laminate used for Matrix 5.0's bag is an oxygen and moisture barrier structure which works as well or better than the typical plastic jug. Furthermore, it contains a recloseable zipper for convenience and uses less of our precious non-renewable resources.

lockmand

I know so little about this, but why Whey ? Why not Soy?

Brandon74

Optimum Nutrition Gold Standard Whey is the way to go. I got a 5lb jug off amazon. EAS Myoplex is also a good choice too.

eganita

I have Optimum Nutrition Gold Standard Whey, French Vanilla Cream flavor. I got it at GNC (though I have to say, that place was quite intimidating!!), but I've also seen it online. I typically make this smoothie:
1) 1 cup low fat milk
2) 1 tablespoon natural peanut butter (you can always do 2 if you need more healthy fats for the day)
3) 0.5 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder
4) about 3-4 ice cubes
5) one scoop protein powder

I really like that smoothie! Hope that helps! Congrats on your loss!

Dfracassa

My fiance and I like the CytoSport Whey from Costco. I like vanilla, he likes chocolate, and it mixes fine with just water. I actually look forward to it in the mornings!