The Best Protein Powder
by Hamoon
Arbabi
zone3
What is the best protein powder to buy? I get this question all the
time, and really, there is no best protein - many are very good for
different reasons! In my opinion, it is futile and possibly detrimental to
stick to only one brand for the following reasons:
a) I always recommend that you cycle your supplements so that your body
does not get used to them thereby decreasing their effect,
b) for variety sakes alone, it breaks the monotony and allows you to
try different brands,
c) to take advantage of the unique qualities offered by various brands,
and
d) it is a good idea to switch the powders you use on a frequent basis
to not develop any food intolerances or even worse allergies (I have an
article coming out on this subject in the near future.) A blend that
combines various protein sources (i.e. casein, egg, whey, and even beef if
you can find it) is your best bet. I highly recommend the following: MD+
Myosin Protein Complex, Beverly International Muscle Provider, Biotest
Low-Carb GROW!, and Dorian Yates Approved ProPeptide.
High-quality whey protein powders are excellent choices for post-
workout nutrition since they get into your system fast to feed those
depleted muscles. Casein, on the other hand, is a slow releasing protein
as it recurdles into a solid in your gut prolonging digestion - this would
be an ideal choice prior to your workouts or before going to bed. Anyhow,
as far as whey powders are concerned, amino acid complex profile
determines quality. I have in my possession a list of protein powders that
were analyzed for quality by an independent laboratory, but since I don't
want any of these companies breathing down my neck, I will only divulge
that information to my clients. Remember one thing, you get what you pay
for! Keep that in mind. Also, some people are quite sensitive to aspartame
and lactose so you will have to find free versions of those. Taste will
ultimately determine whether you purchase that powder again. Write in with
some of your feedback on these products - I'd love to hear your
comments.
One more thing, you could even mix protein powder into other foods to
up the protein content and improve the flavor. Mixing protein powder in
(slow-cooked) oatmeal is one option, but here's another. I call it my
"bedtime concoction." Add a scoop of Xtreme Formulations Ultra Peptide
(vanilla) to a mixture of ricotta (whey) and cottage (casein) cheese. Not
only does this provide both an anabolic and anticatabolic effect during
sleep, it also tastes amazing - it's like eating the cream filling of a
cannoli without the pastry shell! Try it.
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