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What Is Whey Protein<\/a>\u00a0|\u00a0Whey Protein Concentrate<\/a> | Whey Isolate VS Whey Hydrolysate<\/a> |\u00a0Benefits<\/a> | Which Protein Powder Is Best For You<\/a> | FAQs<\/a> | Side Effects And Warnings<\/a> | Disclaimer<\/a><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

If you’re looking to lose weight, build muscle, or maintain your physique, protein is essential for your diet. Luckily, between food sources and supplemental sources, you have a wide variety of options to fill your macronutrient requirements. The most popular protein supplement chosen by bodybuilders and everyday gym-goers is protein powder. And like your individual routine, there are various forms of protein powder that can suit your lifestyle. These forms include whey protein, casein protein, beef protein, and vegan\/plant-based protein.<\/span><\/p>\n

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<\/a>What Is Whey Protein?<\/span><\/h2>\n

Whey is a product of milk, but there are two protein derivatives from milk; whey and casein. Here, whey is the liquid product made during cheese and curd production. Where whey protein is more soluble than casein and also highly bioavailable. Because of it’s bioavailability, whey is a great option for individuals looking to increase their protein intake. Casein, on the other hand, makes up the other 80% of protein in milk and is often considered to be the slowest acting form of protein because it takes longer than whey or soy protein to digest.(1<\/a>,2<\/a>) But again, there are several forms of whey protein for different lifestyles. Some of the other versions of whey include Whey Concentrate, Whey Isolate, and Whey Hydrolysate. Each option can be better suited for specific purposes such as cooking and baking, travel, or even specific goals.<\/span><\/p>\n

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<\/a>What is Whey Concentrate?<\/span><\/h2>\n

Whey concentrate is typically the cheapest form of whey protein. During the production of whey concentrate, the curd and whey separate, leaving the whey for the next step; filtration. The filtration process for whey concentrate brings the mixture to about 80% protein. This process can and will continue for a higher percentage of protein (for Whey Isolate and Whey Hydrolysate). The other 20% of this mixture will contain other nutrients, such as fats and carbohydrates.(2<\/a>)<\/span><\/p>\n

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<\/a>Whey Isolate VS Whey Hydrolysate:<\/span><\/h2>\n

As mentioned above, the filtration process for the whey protein to get a higher percentage of protein will continue in different forms of protein powder. For Whey Protein Isolate, the protein percentage will be around >90%, which is why this is considered the purest form of whey protein. The higher protein content means fewer other nutrients; such as lower sugar and carbs. Additionally, this form of whey may be better for people with lactose sensitivities. However, this option may not be the best for lactose-intolerant people with more severe symptoms. Instead, we would recommend beef protein or a plant-based protein. Similarly, whey hydrolysate is higher in purity than whey concentrate. Hydrolyzed Whey Protein contain partially hydrolyzed or predigested whey proteins. The hydrolyzation process supports absorption of this protein form. Because of this, hydrolyzed whey may be less allergenic than other forms of whey. (2<\/a>)<\/span><\/p>\n

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<\/a>What Are The Benefits?<\/span><\/h2>\n

Supplementing with whey protein has several benefits, such as: (2<\/a>)<\/span><\/p>\n