If you want to start taking exercise supplements, there are many different types of protein powders available. If you want to know which is your best bet, start by answering the following when choosing a protein powder:
Is it effective?
How quickly can I expect to see results?
What is the concentration of quality ingredients?
How safe is this powder?
Is the quality to price ratio reasonable?
In exploring these thoughts, you will come to find that "best" is in the eye of the beholder. Every user has his or her own requirements, and these unique needs must be measured when choosing a protein powder.
Properties of Soy
Amongst the different types of protein to be had is soy. It is available in two types - concentrate and isolate. The first is less pure but more cost effective. The second is more pure but, as you might expect, more pricey.
Either form of soy is suitable for those on vegan diets and people who have dairy allergies. This form is also digested very quickly, which may be a positive or negative depending on what time you want to take your supplement.
There are a few other negatives of this form. It has less protein content than the pricey whey options, and it doesn't always mix up as well as other forms in shaker cups.
Properties of Rice
As noted earlier, one of the big questions to ask about the different types of protein is, "Is it safe?". If you are an allergy sufferer, then this is the way to go.
It's hypoallergenic, so whatever your allergies may be it won't cause a reaction.
Rice protein supplements are obtained from distilling protein from brown rice, meaning it's appropriate for those on a vegan diet. The biggest con with this choice is that is has lower levels of certain amino acids, so be sure to verify the concentrations on labels before buying.
Properties of Egg
Unless you're allergic to eggs, egg protein is a excellent option. It's derived from egg whites, fat free and high in protein. It offers the best amounts of some amino acids, including alanine, arginine, glycine & methane compared to other options.
Whey Proteins
Whey gives you the best levels of branched chain amino acids in any natural food source. This form is a by-product of the production of cheese. Since it is milk-based, if you have a dairy allergy, then this is not the right choice.
Much like soy, whey comes in two forms, isolate and concentrate. The same principals apply, too -- isolate is the purest. The refining process removes lactose and fat; it's also more expensive. There's higher fat content in concentrate, however it's still approximately 75 percent protein.
If you want the best quality for the most reasonable price in whey, you'd do well to go with a blend of isolate and concentrate. Whey also is processed quickly by the body.
Casein
For a meal supplement during the day, this form is an ideal choice. It's longer digesting than the alternatives and it provides a slow delivery of amino acids, as a result leaving you more satisfied in between mealtimes.
By Kieth Brandmeier
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