Whey protein
A fast-absorbing protein powder, ideal for meeting your daily protein requirements.
Benefits
- Promotes muscle recovery and repair
- Helps you meet your daily protein requirements
- Helps maintain muscle mass whilst losing weight
Precautions
A food supplement; not a substitute for a balanced diet. Take care if you are lactose intolerant (opt for an isolate) or have a milk protein allergy.
Recommended dosage
1.6 to 2.2 g of protein per kg of body weight per day (from all sources combined)
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Did you know?
Whey protein stimulates muscle protein synthesis to a greater extent after exercise than casein or soya, an effect linked to its rapid digestion.
What the studies say
This study explores the impact of branched-chain amino acids (BCAAs), which are abundant in whey protein, on health and longevity. It suggests that diets rich in BCAAs, particularly when they are out of balance with other amino acids, can lead to overeating, obesity and a reduced lifespan. These effects are thought to result from an amino acid imbalance that disrupts appetite control. The study highlights the importance of amino acid quality for energy balance.
Solon-Biet SM, Cogger VC, Pulpitel T, Wahl D, Clark X, Bagley E, Gregoriou GC, Senior AM, Wang QP, Brandon AE, Perks R, O'Sullivan J, Koay YC, Bell-Anderson K, Kebede M, Yau B, Atkinson C, Svineng G, Dodgson T, Wali JA, Piper MDW, Juricic P, Partridge L, Rose AJ, Raubenheimer D, Cooney GJ, Le Couteur DG, Simpson SJ. — Nature metabolism (2019) — View the source study
Pairs well with
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