Protein Powder

"Not necessary, but the most convenient in my opinion"

What is Whey?

Whey is the liquid remaining after milk has been curdled and strained. The 2 types of whey are sweet & sour. Sweet Whey is manufactured when hard cheese (cheddar, Swiss) is curdled into an easily digested form and sour Whey is manufactured when cottage cheese and strained yogurt (liquid) are a co-product when manufacturing cheese.

What is Whey Protein Powder?

Whey Protein Powder is formed from globular proteins isolated from the product whey. There are 3 major whey proteins (concentrate, isolate, and hydrolysate). Concentrate whey is the cheapest form and most common whey protein for maximizing muscle hypertrophy. Whey isolate is the highest percentage of pure protein and the 2nd most common whey protein. Whey Hydrolysis is mostly used in sports medicine because it allows amino acids to be absorbed quicker helping with muscle recovery.

Should you buy it?

If you can afford it and you find that you can't get enough protein through other protein sources, then yes get some whey protein! In my opinion, it's the most convenient way to get protein as it can be taken with you anywhere! The cost of whey protein varies depending on the type of whey, the quality, and what brand. Typically, most whey proteins have 25–30grams of protein per scoop which is equivalent to around 3–4oz of cooked chicken breast. With all this said, find what is most convenient for you. Whey protein won't give you a better advantage. The most important aspect is the amount of your daily protein intake. Yes, there are better quality and more nutritious protein. If you can only afford a cheaper version of protein then try to balance out different varieties of proteins. Also, focus on your health and change up each protein source you consume weekly. Work with what you’ve got and enjoy the foods you love. I personally enjoy having a protein shake handy as I'm always on the go, but I also do enjoy my chicken breast and egg whites when I'm at home and have the time to cook!

Written by: Jereymi Longpre