Protein Questions

iobas
iobas Posts: 3
edited September 21 in Food and Nutrition
Hi,

Could someone please exaplain the difference (if there is one) between Whey Protein and regular protein?
I know regular protein helps with muscle regeneration and fat burning, but my local Holland & Barrett only seems to have Whey Protein and I dont want to take anything that is going to make me put on weight.

If you have any UK product suggestions, I would be greatful!
Thanks,
S

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  • natashaaevans
    natashaaevans Posts: 33 Member
    Whey protein is a common source of natural protein, made as a bi-product when milk is made into cheese. It's pretty much pure protein, so supplements containing whey protein will be pretty high in calories but should have little to no fat or carbohydrate content. It's commonly used by athletes and body-builders who want to build lean muscle mass.

    My advice would be it's fine to use it sparingly if you think you're not getting enough protein from whole foods, as long as you ensure you measure the amounts carefully and log the extra calories.
  • aippolito1
    aippolito1 Posts: 4,894 Member
    The only way you put on weight is by eating too many calories. Buy the whey protein and use it and log it in your diary just like any other normal food. Whey protein is good for rebuilding and repairing your muscles. Casien protein is better for meal replacement. Whey protein is mostly used post-workout as a recovery shake. I do this. I'm buy Pure Protein from Target, but I know Kroger also carries it. I tried the vanilla and it's pretty good, the chocolate is what I'm using now and it's great. The vanilla would be better for adding fruits like bananas, strawberries, etc. The chocolate is really yummy with blueberries and peanut butter (separately).
  • MzBug
    MzBug Posts: 2,173 Member
    Keep in mind that Whey protein is dairy! If you have issues with dairy products you will most likely have problems with it. There are other protein supplement sources out there, you just have to look for them. Soy and egg are the two most commonly found in powdered form.
  • TrainingWithTonya
    TrainingWithTonya Posts: 1,741 Member
    Whey is just a type of milk protein. It's classified as whey based on the specific amino acids that make the protein and their ratios in it. They have a Biological Value scale for protein, much like the Glycemic Index for carbs, that shows how much is actually available to be used by the body for regeneration of muscle as opposed to being converted to carbs for fuel. Isolated Whey Protein is the most biologically available for muscle regeneration and it is the standard by which all other proteins are judged. Basically, 100% of it is available to rebuild muscle. Casein (the other milk protein) comes in at 80% and Soy comes in at 74%. So, if you are supplementing with protein, whey is definitely the best of the best.
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