The Best and Worst Whey Protein Powders

[Vince]

I thought this was a good youtube video on whey protein. Let me know what you think.
Published on Jan 6, 2016
So I have been reading a lot about whey protein lately. It's a staple in my diet and I'm sure for most of you, so why not know the most you can about what you're consuming? I found some shocking information about the popular brands that are putting out a product that is sub par for the consumer. It's a disgrace how some of the big companies are getting away with giving you very little protein, and filling it with different chemicals, carbs, fats, etc. which is NOT the reason why you decided to purchase whey protein int he first place. If you take the time to watch this entire video, I hope that you find it helpful
Samantha Paparo

 

[Vince Carter]

I liked the video for different reasons than Whey protein.

 

[Vince]

mmmmmmmmmmmm I wonder why.

 

[leelalavanya]

Try Elements Protein Powder for better results.

 

[leelalavanya]

It really works!!!

Try Elements Protein Powder for better results.

 

[OMI100]

The definitive paper on WHEY by Will Brink (only a dollar):
Fifty Shades of Whey Kindle Edition
https://www.amazon.com/Fifty-Shades...pID=51vZ8EW9coL&preST=_SY445_QL70_&dpSrc=srch
I mix my own here:
https://truenutrition.com/default.aspx

 

[Vince]

I did for three months try a good whey protein. I have read that it can raise your A1C and fasting glucose and it did for me. I stopped using it and now I supplement with bone broth, both my A1C and fasting glucose now are in an excellent range.

Vince's Latest Lipid Panel From 10/9/17

Vince's Latest Lipid Panel From 10/9/17

 

[madman]

I did for three months try a good whey protein. I have read that it can raise your A1C and fasting glucose and it did for me. I stopped using it and now I supplement with bone broth, both my A1C and fasting glucose now are in an excellent range.

Vince's Latest Lipid Panel From 10/9/17

https://www.excelmale.com/forum/showthread.php?12290-Vince-s-Latest-Lipid-Panel-From-10-9-17

BCAAs are insulinogenic, consuming whey alone can have a short term impact.

Combining whey with a whole meal containing soluble fiber and healthy fats will lessen the impact.

Most use whey post workout along with a high g.i. carb source (if not following low carb).

Some also mix 50/50 ratio of whey isolate/micellar casein mind you one could just drink milk/chocolate milk which natuarally has a ratio 80% casein/20% whey mind you milk contains lactose.

For individuals not worried about consuming carbs chocolate milk (2-3.5% fat) has been shown in studies to be a great post work-out protein source!

 

[madman]

The definitive paper on WHEY by Will Brink (only a dollar):
Fifty Shades of Whey Kindle Edition
Amazon.com
I mix my own here:
True Nutrition

50 Shades of Whey is an old paper but still holds its weight and is a great resource from the one and only Will Brink!

I have been using Grass Fed New Zealand Whey Isolate from Buy Grass-Fed New Zealand Whey Canada for years and Canadian Protein is one of the best bulk protein sources in Canada.

They deliver to the US but not sure if it is cost effective mind you shipping is free in Canada/US when spending $99.

I am now using Native Whey Protein Isolate (sourced from milk and higher in leucine) from Impact Native Whey.

 

[DragonBits]

If I consume a lot of protein powder as whey protein, does this affect my blood glucose? There is 3% carbs in the protein powder I have.

 

[madman]

There are only a few plants in the world that manufacture Native Whey protein sourced directly from milk and not cheese (majority of whey on the market).

It is slightly more expensive than most whey from cheese but there is no comparison in taste as I have used whey for over 25 years and once you try a native whet from milk the taste is clean/hint bland milk (unflavoured)............never experienced such a clean taste!

The Impact Native Whey 95 is PRONATIV WHEY sourced from the company Lactalis Ingredients located in France. http://pronativ.com/

 

[Vince]

BCAAs are insulinogenic, consuming whey alone can have a short term impact.

Combining whey with a whole meal containing soluble fiber and healthy fats will lessen the impact.

Most use whey post workout along with a high g.i. carb source (if not following low carb).

Some also mix 50/50 ratio of whey isolate/micellar casein mind you one could just drink milk/chocolate milk which natuarally has a ratio 80% casein/20% whey mind you milk contains lactose.

For individuals not worried about consuming carbs chocolate milk (2-3.5% fat) has been shown in studies to be a great post work-out protein source!

Here's the thread I wrote when I was trying to find a good whey protein for supplementing after my workouts.

What' the best whey to use after a workout?

What' the best whey to use after a workout?

 

[madman]

If I consume a lot of protein powder as whey protein, does this affect my blood glucose? There is 3% carbs in the protein powder I have.

If you have your shakes with a whole meal containing soluble fiber (vegetables/lower g.i. complex carbs- barley,beans/legumes,oatmeal,sweet potatoes, yams) and add in some healthy fats it should lessen the impact on your glucose response.

In my avatar I was eating high carb 500 grams/day, higher protein 200-250 grams/day and low fat 30 grams/day (fish and hemp oil).

i was eating 5 meals a day and believe it or not I was not eating any meat and as all of my protein mainly came from whey isolate 200 mg/day from drinking 1 shake (40 mg whey) with each meal and I was able to get extremely lean as my body fat was well under 10%................mind you genetics plays a big role in how muscular/lean an individual can get and of course a clean diet along with a good training protocol.

By the way this was pre-trt when I had low/normal t levels which seems unreal but as much as having healthy testosterone levels can improve ones body composition there are other factors involved in muscle growth aside from just testosterone.

 

[Re-Ride]

Unlock your whey. Level the playing field, take the guess work out of selection. Augmentation is key. John Meadows discovered that transmogrification with dextrin transforms every brand of whey in to a universal powerhouse equivalent, none superior to the other.

https://truenutrition.com/p-7441-peri-md-30-servings.aspx

Peri-MD is a cutting edge complex which combines their proprietary form of highly branched cyclic dextrin with a re-hydrating electrolyte, aminos, citrulline and leucine allowing you to train harder, refuel muscle cells and recover like never before.

$60 for 30 servings was killing my budget until I discovered this:

Unable to source John Meadow's pure electrolyte extracted from blue rock ringwoodite mined from the shores of the ancient subterranean ocean I've been substituting Morton's iodized. Can anyone tell me it this substitute is O.K. or if Celtic or Himalayan would be superior?

 

[OMI100]

50 Shades of Whey is an old paper but still holds its weight and is a great resource from the one and only Will Brink!

I have been using Grass Fed New Zealand Whey Isolate from Buy Grass-Fed New Zealand Whey Canada for years and Canadian Protein is one of the best bulk protein sources in Canada.

They deliver to the US but not sure if it is cost effective mind you shipping is free in Canada/US when spending $99.

I am now using Native Whey Protein Isolate (sourced from milk and higher in leucine) from Impact Native Whey.

A quick check (Whey Protein Isolate) with same product (I think ) in USD:
Myprotein US
USD 27.19 Kilo = USD 12.35 LB
New Zealand Grass-Fed Whey (1lb.)
USD 13.29
https://www.canadianprotein.com/us/grass-fed-new-zealand-whey-protein-isolate
USD 39.99 Kilo = USD 18.18 LB

BTW my last order from them was:
- Micellar Casein [Milk] (50%)
- Whey Protein Isolate Microfiltrated [Milk] (50%)

 

[Vince]

The insulin index of skim milk and whole milk is just as high as white bread.

http://healthyeating.sfgate.com/high-fat-dairy-raise-insulin-levels-1191.html

 

[Roguejim]

I use New World unflavoured, both isolate, and casein. It only has a single ingredient.

 

[madman]

A quick check (Whey Protein Isolate) with same product (I think ) in USD:
https://us.myprotein.com/sports-nut...ferringSite=myprotein_en_CA&countrySelected=Y
USD 27.19
https://truenutrition.com/p-6548-new-zealand-grass-fed-whey-1lb.aspx
USD 13.29
https://www.canadianprotein.com/us/grass-fed-new-zealand-whey-protein-isolate
USD 39.99

BTW my last order from them was:
- Micellar Casein [Milk] (50%)
- Whey Protein Isolate Microfiltrated [Milk] (50%)

You would need to use the discount code which they have daily and apply to get the final cost from myprotein.com.

Also instead of comparing per/lb................choose bulk amounts 25 lbs and apply any discounts in cart than you will see what choice would offer the overall cheapest price/lb.

I never buy 1-2 lbs...........always 20+ lbs as there is usually extra discount when purchasing bulk.

 

[madman]

The insulin index of skim milk and whole milk is just as high as white bread.

http://healthyeating.sfgate.com/high-fat-dairy-raise-insulin-levels-1191.html

Unreliable source why do you think most ice cream has a lower gi...............due to the added fat.

Skim milk will always be absorbed faster than whole milk.................egg whites are absorbed much quicker than whole eggs due to the fat.

Depending on sources some do show skim and whole milk having similar g.i. but I would think a majority of the insulinogenic response would have to due with the bcaa and lactose.

 

[Vince]

Unreliable source why do you think most ice cream has a lower gi...............due to the added fat.

Skim milk will always be absorbed faster than whole milk.................egg whites are absorbed much quicker than whole eggs due to the fat.

One thing I gave up years ago was drinking milk, I can't believe they advertise it does a body good. I know one thing it's a good way to increase estrogen.

https://www.google.com/amp/s/www.drcarney.com/blog/entry/milk-makes-estrogen-levels-rise?format=amp#ampshare=https://www.drcarney.com/blog/entry/milk-makes-estrogen-levels-rise