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Supplements and Sports
Protein
Powder
What is a protein powder? Is this good for my health? Is it enough to
supplement my daily protein requirements? What do I get from using it? Does it
have side effects? How can I use it? Is it tasty?
These are the most common questions that come when we hear the term protein
powder. Now, what does protein powder really mean? Protein powder is a dietary
supplement. If taken everyday, it can boost your energy levels and at the same
time help burn fat. It supplies adequate amounts of protein in the body. If
you lack some protein in your body or if you are a bodybuilder wanting to get in
shape fast, you can try it. In simplest definition, it is a protein supplement
in powder form.
Uses and Benefits
It is used as a daily nutritional supplement. Like your favorite fruit juice or
chocolate drink, it is normally mixed with water to make a very delicious
shake. You may think that it is only designed for bodybuilders? Even if you’re
not, you are free to use and taste its goodness, as you’ll be able to take in
the nutrients your body needs as you drink.
Nutritionists say that a healthy intake of protein everyday, especially early in
the morning, can help make blood sugar levels stable all throughout the day. It
has also been investigated that daily consumption of protein powder can boost
one’s immune system as it assists in wound restoration, improves recovery,
promotes lean muscle development as it fosters muscle strength. Furthermore, it
was also proven to promote a healthy skin and enhance fat loss.
Most bodybuilders entrust their needed high levels of protein on powders, as it
can boost up their energies while doing extreme exercises and lifting weights.
So if you have a dream to get bigger and stronger as well as lose fat easier,
then make protein powders your regular pal. Make it a part of your diet.
Sources of Protein Powder
There are four chief sources of protein powders. They can either be sourced
from whey, egg, soy or rice. However, those obtained from whey or milk is the
most popular and proven to be the most effective. These protein powders came
from pure protein sources manufactured into powder. The processed powder is
then dissolved in water to form a protein shake.
Flavors
As mentioned earlier, protein powders can be dissolved in water to form a
delicious protein shake. It can also be dissolved and blended with milk.
Moreover, for a good blend of flavor of your favorite meal, these powders can be
added on cereal and mixed with soups.
Protein powders also come in different flavors that can surely suit your taste.
These flavors may either be: vanilla, chocolate, raspberry, strawberry, rocky
road.
Tips in Choosing the Right Protein Powder
Which powder is best? You might get confused of lots of brands of protein
powders too choose from in the market world. Which one should I select? The
first thing you must be sure of selecting the right one is the quality, also
look at the brand of course. Is it top quality? Look at the nutritional
information. Is it worth buying? The next thing that may enter your mind is:
does it taste good? No matter how of good value your protein powder is, taste
still matters.
Bad Effects
Are protein powders safe to use? Yes, they supply proteins to the body, but how
can you tell if it’s safe? Protein powders usually serve 30-50% of proteins,
whereas a normal adult only needs 15%. In medicine, that’s overdose!
However, suggested daily requirement would be based on the age, weight and how
intense a person’s activity is. Studies have shown that excess in protein would
not be healthy particularly for people who are suffering from kidney problems,
as excess proteins are broken down by kidneys.
Protein powders are not really bad, but for kidney patients, protein powders
would not be a good idea. However, if you don’t have problem with your kidneys,
and you’re interested in using protein powders, you should first consult your
nutritionist.
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