Protein powder

drsunanda1994
drsunanda1994 Posts: 1 Member
in Health and Weight Loss

how to choose protein powder in weightloss?

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  • yirara
    yirara Posts: 10,529 Member

    Protein powder does not cause weightloss. If you feel you don't get enough protein through food then chose anyone you fancy. If you get enough then don't bother and eat real food.

  • Theoldguy1
    Theoldguy1 Posts: 2,555 Member

    If you choose to supplement your diet with protein powder, choose those that have zero added sugars.

  • Retroguy2000
    Retroguy2000 Posts: 2,060 Member

    You should get whey powder with calories from protein at least 70% of total. Any reputable brand is fine. Then be mindful of the calories of what you add to it when making a serving.

    Note if you have any gastro issues with whey (dairy) you may need whey isolate (more expensive) or vegan instead.

  • ninerbuff
    ninerbuff Posts: 49,270 Member

    A few things: KNOW how many calories per serving. Know how much protein per serving. Try to find one with no sugar. And make sure you like the taste or you'll never drink it.

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  • AnnPT77
    AnnPT77 Posts: 36,532 Member
    https://community.myfitnesspal.com/en/discussion/comment/48601887#Comment_48601887

    If you choose a plant-based protein powder (vegan), be sure to get one that's complete in essential amino acids (EAAs). Soy is one option, though some people don't like it or have sensitivities to it. There are some blends that are complete, too. Bioavailability of plant sources is also a consideration.

    I'm vegetarian, so understand the issues, but can't recommend specific brands because I prefer to get nutrients from food, have been able to get a generous amount from foods, and don't find protein powder as tasty/filling as food. YMMV.

    Yirara's right: If you get enough protein from food, no need for powder. Getting enough protein from food is easier if a person avoids shooting for an aggressively fast weight loss rate (which is also good to avoid for other reasons).

    Also, some people read that they should get 1 g per pound bodyweight or the equivalent 2.2g per kilo bodyweight - common advice in a bodybuilding context. It's not totally unreasonable in that context, but it can be overkill for someone who's very overweight. We don't need bunches of extra protein to maintain our fat mass; it's mainly for maintaining lean mass. If a person wants to use that kind of high-ish bodyweight target, using healthy goal weight in the estimate is reasonable.

    Another alternative is the evidence-based protein calculator here:

    https://examine.com/guides/protein-intake/

    As a bonus, the guide at that address also has good info about the research behind the calculator, plus nuances that may apply in special situations.

  • Ryanlovesrowe2015
    Ryanlovesrowe2015 Posts: 3 Member

    Under 200 calories, 5g of sugar or less total , no or little added sugar , 20-25g of protein and minimal ingredients is best . An easy and delicious way to get extra protein in is to mix a scoop (or two) of whey protein powered with 2/3 cup nonfat Greek yogurt and 1/4 cup granola or frozen berries also very filling

    Hopefully this helps

  • AndreWTurneR8118
    AndreWTurneR8118 Posts: 4 Member

    Go for a low-calorie protein with minimal sugar. Whey protein is great for satiety, but pea or hemp work if you're vegan.

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