What's In Your Whey?

Here's something interesting I'm sure you didn't know. Before whey protein was in such popular demand, cheese manufactures used to discard the golden liquid as a waste product. As time gave way it become a staple in fitness supplementation. Everyone from bodybuilders and athletes to casual exercisers either take or have taken whey at one point or another. Whey protein has gained popularity for many reason. Most people who hear about whey automatically think of muscle gains. Little do they know that whey can also be used for appetite suppression, your immune system, protein intake in vegetarians, and help reduce body fat.

I am going to help you in your quest to find out what whey protein really is, as well as the benefits, risks, and types.


WHEY PROTEIN
As mentioned before whey protein is a liquid byproduct that is sold in stores world wide as a dietary supplement in protein powders and shakes. Whey protein is a complete protein that is easily digested. Complete proteins are found in many dairy, eggs, meats, and in some occasions vegetables. Proteins that are not considered complete absorb at a much slower rate. A complete protein is comprised of 20 amino acids which help repair our bones, muscles, organs, and every other body part and tissue in the human body.Whey protein also has the highest score with a Biological Value of 100.


BENEFITS
I am a firm believer that your main source of protein should not come from powders and shakes. Eating a healthy and well balanced diet can work wonders for your body. However, whey can be very useful for people who are very busy and always on the go.

As mentioned before whey protein has been proven to help in more ways than one. Here are a few examples:

• Appetite suppression
• Reduce body fat
• Increase in muscle mass
• Assist in cancer treatment
• Decrease HIV symptoms
• Increase your immune system
• Increase in power in sports and daily activity
• Decrease recovery time
• Decrease symptoms of over training

RISK
Whey protein in general is a safe dietary supplement. Typically people who take whey protein experience digestive issues, such as gas, bloating, headaches, cramps and fatigue. However, those with known kidney diseases should stay clear. High levels of protein can exacerbate pre-existing conditions.


TYPES
I remember when I bought my first whey product how confused I was to which type I should buy and what worked best for me. There are three main types of whey protein: Whey Protein Concentrate, Whey Protein Isolate, and Whey Protein Hydrolysate.

Whey Protein Concentrate: is the cheapest and has the lowest amount of protein per gram.

Whey Protein Isolate: is more expensive than concentrate with many different ways of filtration to keep many of the beneficial qualities.

Whey Protein Hydrolysate: is the most expensive and fastest digesting protein.



Keep in mind that whey protein is a dierty supplementation and should not be your main source of protein. Although the benefits of whey are tested and proven, if you dont eat you wont grow lean shredded muscle. Your body needs more than just protein to keep you going throughout your day.



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