Protein Supplement Guide

Traditionally bodybuilding and strength athletes have used dextrose or high GI (glycemic index) carbohydrates together with whey protein in their post workout shake to induce an insulin spike which increases the update of whey protein and amino acids into muscle cells. While this method works well and continues to work well, recently another player has come onto the scene with some impressive scientific backing. It’s called Waximaize.

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Typically, protein supplements have been used by bodybuilders and those who want to build muscle and get bigger. This is all changing right now, as protein supplements become much more mainstream. People are now starting to realize the positive effects of whey protein, and how protine supplements can help in so many aspects of life (see this protein page for more info of specific supplements).

So now suoplement manufacturers are starting to make excellent protein powders that are focused on weight loss. I am personally a big fan of these. The weight loss protein supplements are filtered and contain almost pure protein, with little to no fat and no additives. Here’s some reasons why you would want to use protein for weight loss:

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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.

I know exactly where he’s coming from. I have tried around 5 brands of casein protein, and they all have the same mixing problems and “milky” taste that I really don’t like. So today I thought I’d post up a quick tip for those of you who can’t (or don’t want to) take casein protein.

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People often ask me when they should take whey protein, what they should mix it with, how much they should take…etc etc. So I’m going to go through how to mix whey protein (and a couple of other supplements) into your daily diet plan for weight gain.

I’ve created a sample weight gain diet (posted below) which includes the best use of whey protein, creatine, dextrose (simple carbs) and essential oils (EFAs). If you have any questions about this diet I’ve posted leave them in the comments at the bottom of the page.

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How handy would it be to have a whey protein powder that you can easily add to foods? Today I came across a new product from Optimum Nutrition called Any Whey. Any Whey is literally flavorless, and you can add it to practically any food!

I can’t believe someone hasn’t done this before! I love cooking, and it’s going to be awesome (when it arrives) to add some extra top quality protein to my foods. Some of the foods you could possible add Any Whey to are:

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