SubscribeBenefits Of Using Protein Supplements!
Posted on Apr 21, 2009 under Casein Protein, Egg Protein, General, Soy Protein, Whey Protein | 1 Comment
I had some time to kill over the weekend (14 hour flight!) so I got to thinking about why we use protein supplements and the benefits of doing so. So I started to list the benefits of protein supplements and that grew into the list below! I want to create the biggest list of protein supplement benefits on the web, so if I’ve missed something do me a favor and post it in the comments at the bottom and I’ll add it to the list!
The Big List Of Protein Supplement Benefits:
- Protein supplements are high in BCAAs
- Protein supplements help increase lean muscle mass
- They mix up in seconds
- It’s one of the cheapest ways to get (or increase) your daily protein intake
- The taste has improved a lot, some even take like milkshakes!
- You can mix protein supplements with real food for meal replacements
- Protein powders are absorbed quickly by the human body
- Whey protein contains high amounts of glutamine
- Whey protein is an excellent source of the essential amino acid, leucine.
- A good whey protein isolate (WPI) will get you the most amount of protein in the lease amount of calories, even less than high protein foods!
- There is a huge range out there, a powder to suit anyone and any goal
- Protein powders aid in muscle repair and recovery
- Protein powder help increase your metabolism, which can aid in fat loss
- Protein supplements make creatine taste OK
- It may help T-cell activity and decrease wasting tissues during illness and increase well-being and the speed of overall recovery.
- A good protein powder is the fastest way to get protein post workout
- Some protein powders suit those who are lactose intolerant
- Whey protein helps prevent cancer
- Protein supplements contain bioactive components that help stimulate the release of two appetite-suppressing hormones: cholecystokinin (CCK) and glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1)
- Whey protein is a great protein source for vegetarians who may find it hard to get enough protein in their diet
- Taken before training, protein supplements can help prevent muscle wastage
- Whey protein helps athletes maintain a healthy immune system by increasing the levels of glutathione in the body
- Protein supplements support a healthy immune system
- Protein helps to stabilize blood glucose levels by slowing the absorption of glucose into the bloodstream
- Casein supplements release protein slowly, ideal for before bed and MRPs
Can you think of any more? Help me build a bigger list! Leave your comments below and I’ll add them to the list. Thanks!
It seems that no one can escape the current economic crisis we’re going through, everyone is affected in some way. Some more than others. Some supplement manufacturers have seen opportunities here, and have began releasing cheaper protein powders onto the market. I am used to spending over $42 on a good tub of whey protein, but now you can pick up good powders for as little as $30.
Do you need to take casein protein before bed? I see this question constantly coming up on forums around the web. So I’m going to give Protein Supplement Guide readers my take on the question!
We seem to be getting busier every day. Work, school, kids, sports, socializing, training, etc. Unfortunately the first element of our life that tends to suffer is diet. Food is becoming more about convenience than quality. Fast food restaurants are booming!
I received an email yesterday from a young bodybuilder who said no matter what he does, he cannot stomach casein protein. Doesn’t matter what brand, it tastes disgusting, doesn’t mix properly and leaves a really bad after taste.