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It is one of two types of protein to come from milk (the other being casein protein) and is actually a by-product of milk turning into cheese. Whey protein is more soluble than casein and is also of a higher quality.
Whey protein is digested by the body quickly.
Whey protein is traditionally used amongst bodybuilders and athletes for its ability to promote muscle growth.
Whey protein is found in protein powders and bars. It is considered the highest quality protein available.
Whey protein comes in two forms, concentrate and isolate.
Whey protein concentrate is low in fat and contains approximately 75% protein by weight and is the cheapest to buy.
Whey protein Isolate has been processed to remove the fat and lactose, and contains around 90% protein by weight making it more expensive but has much less fat and carbohydrate than concentrate.
Whey protein is digested very quickly by the body making it an excellent choice for post workout nutrition when your body needs protein fast. Taking whey protein thirty minutes before breakfast is also considered highly beneficial.
How to use...
Upon waking (30 minutes before breakfast) 20g in 200ml water : Recommended
Pre Workout 20g in 200ml water (or skimmed milk) : Optional
Post Workout 40g in 300ml water : Recommended
Bedtime 20g in 200ml skimmed milk : Optional
Mixing with water will enable the protein to absorb quickly into your system. Milk will help slow down the release, providing a more sustained delivery throughout fasting periods such as sleep.
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