Whey Protein

Question: Whey protein......................…? Hey, I bought some Whey Protein. It says "each serving (25g) 17.62 g of protein" and o load of other stuff such as calcium and stuff. Is a serving one full scoop full of Whey protein? How many scoops a day should you have for bulking up, but keeping a low body fat?

Answer: 8oz glass of milk, one scoop of whey protein right after a work out. dont wait more then thirty minutes.

Question: whey Protein? I am 5t 9" and I weigh 158 lbs. I started to work out 2 months ago and my goal is not to get bulky but to get somewhat an atheletic build. Do i need to take whey protein or any supplement to help my progress?

Answer: It would help, yes. Most whey proteins available today contain many vitamins, minerals and aminos along with a fat free form of protein. A good powder supplement will also have no sugar in it. If you're not aiming to build a lot of muscle, you won't need a lot of protein powder as if you were a bodybuilder or powerlifter. An active person, especially someone involved in sports, would benifit from a good whey protein supplement. Keep in mind that supplements are just that. They aren't intended as meal replacements so be sure you're getting a healthy diet with whole foods.

Question: How to get Whey protein to completely mix and how to get rid of the after taste? My whey protein isolate doesn't completely mix with the milk I put it in. There is always a fat layer of powder floating on the top. My whey protein concentrate mixed perfectly but the isolate seems to have some problems. Is it just because of the concentration? Also, is there anything to drink or eat to get rid of the after taste of the whey? I'm using the

Answer: Yuck! I hate when that happens, trying to choke down your whey shake. Sometimes the fillers or additives will leave a nasty after taste, as well as not mix smoothly. Try a chemical free whey without all the fillers and garbage

Question: What's the difference between whey protein and dymatized whey protein? I work out a lot, therefore I drink a lot of protein shakes and consume protein like crazy. Can someone please tell me what the significant differences are between regular/basic whey protein and dymatized elite protein? I'm not so much concerned about the brand information, however I just want to know more about the nutritional advantages/disadvantages are... Thanks!

Answer: The difference could be in the additives or fillers. Point blank man, MAKE SURE you are consuming a high quality chemical free whey protein minus the fillers and BS. Get what you pay for THE WHEY VOLUTION IS COMING !!! Good luck!!!

Question: What is the difference in whey protein and calories in gaining muscle? i know that protein is needed in gaining muscle.. but i have also heard that you need more calories than you need to gain weight in order to gain muscle... and i know that rice is carbohydrates .. now my question is do you need more than enough calories in order for the whey protein to work to gain more muscle?? like if you don't have enough calories.. but have enough whey protein, will you gain muscle..?? and vice versa?

Answer: Some background first: Your body uses calories for everything that it does all day long, including calories that come from protein. Protein is essential to a number of things, not just building muscles. SO, if you get enough protein, but not enough calories, your body is going to use that protein first to perform normal body functions and if you didn't get enough carbs it's going to turn some of that protein into carbs which means it's being taken away from muscle building. If it still has any protein leftover it will use that build muscle but you won't build as much. If you DO eat enough calories for muscle building it will use all the other calories for bodily functions and will then have the whey protein calories leftover to build muscle. So getting your protein but not getting calories will just result in much LESS muscle building, but it will probably still occur. If you get the calories but not the protein your body will use those calories to store weight but as FAT.

Question: Is whey protein supplement at my age and weight a good idea to build muscle? Hi, Im a 17 year old guy and weigh 80kg (176lb) and am thinking about taking a whey protein supplement. I go to the gym a few times a week and do weights and some cardio. Is taking whey protein at my age a good idea, and how can I improve my weights training? Im fairly skinny.

Answer: The best way to gain muscle mass is by heavy weight, low reps, and increasing your protein intake. I wouldn't suggest taking any other supplements at your age, besides whey protein (and maybe a casein protein before bed). Supplements like Creatine won't give you permanent gains, and can be bad for your health in the long run if you really don't know what youre doing. i'd suggest either Gold Standard Whey (It's a lean protein, good for putting on lean, dense muscle.. also has the best taste out of any protein i've taken.), or Nitro-Tech

Question: What whey protein should i use to help me lose weight? I have just started a diet and prepared a workout routine. I want to know which whey protein would be best to target weight loss. I know its not a miracle worker but it helps, and i know there are some that are made for that matter. Like Whey Protein Light. So, which one should i use?

Answer: Try adding "calorie burning" activities to your daily routine. Simple ones might not need that much extra time but if you then keep at it they will add up. Maybe when you get home,,. instead of walking in just go round the block once. Or take the stairs instead of that elevator. Once a week, skip dinner but have a piece of celery instead. Whatever you do, stick to it, then when it has become routine, add more.

Question: How long can Whey protein powder be used after official expiry date? Hi guys, I had got some whey protein a while back and it expired this year in March. A few mates of mine say that it usually lasts more than the printed expiry. Do you think it would still be ok to have those proteins till the end of this year?

Answer: You have to be careful with stuff like that. Whey protein is technically a dairy product - a byproduct of the cheese making process. While some powders just lose their potency over time, whey protein may actually go "bad". Honestly, since you can get high quality protein much cheaper by ordering it in bulk on the internet, you might as well not take the chance and get some fresh stuff. Here is where I get my whey protein. Its high quality and chemical free and I can get it in small enough tubs that it doesn't go bad before I can use it up. www.buybulkwhey.com Hope this helps!

Question: How come after i started drinking whey protein my muscles don't ache the day after i work out? How quickly does whey protein "heal" the muscles? Usually when i worked out, my muscles ached the morning after and thats when i know i had a good workout. But now that i started drinking whey protein after i work out, i wake up the next morning and no muscle aches. Is this the protein or am i just not working out good enough anymore?

Answer: Because after you started taking protein you had already started working out and already started improving. Protein isnt an anabolic steriod, it doesnt speed up recovery. It helps build muscle. If anything you eat help speed up recovery it is carbs, and that is from the glycogen and from giving you calories to burn.

Question: What is the best tasting whey protein powder on the market? I have tried the Biggest Loser vanilla, not the best! I have heard no whey protein tastes great the first time (or second or third). I was wondering if there is a whey protein powder that is tasty? Or do I just need to get use to the flavor?

Answer: There are a few great tasting whey proteins on the market. The key things to look for is quality, taste, price and chemical free. I t is tough to find a great tasting whey that doesn't contain a bunch of garbage in it! However whey is such a great product for tissue repair and to promote fat loss. Whey protein is a soluble, easy to digest protein and is efficiently absorbed into the body. It is often referred to as a "fast" protein for its ability to quickly provide nourishment to muscles. My personal favorite is vanilla as well. Hope this helps.

Question: How Much Whey Protein Should I Take for Weight Loss? I'm thinking about taking a whey protein supplement. I've already changed my diet to be low carb and overall healthy and have already begun to lose weight with that. However do I calculate how much whey protein I have to take daily to lose weight but gain muscle? Along with exercise of course. I weight around 190 pounds - 5 feet 5 inches. I am in my mid 20's.

Answer: You must consume between 0.8 - 1.2grammes per Kg (2.2Pounds) that you weigh, per day Example: at 0.8 grammes/at your weight, = 69 Grammes per day Example: at 1.2 grammes/at your weight, = 104 Grammes per day

Question: How much whey protein can the body take at once during consumption before it becomes too much and it's wasted? I want to start taking whey protein to gain muscle along with exercising to lose weight. But I need some pointers first. How much of whey protein grams can the body take in before it is too much and no longer useful? And when is the best time to take it? Would mixing it with milk be a good idea? And will it coincide with my goal to lose weight? Other tips and help I will highly appreciate it, thank you.

Answer: I heard your body can only digest 30 grams of protien at a time, thats why body builders need to eat all throughout the day.

Question: How much Whey Protein should i take after each workout? I am starting to use whey protein shakes after each workout. Each scoop is 20g of protein. I weigh 160 lbs and was thinking i should take 2 scoops after each workout (ever other day). I want to look fit and get a beach body, not get huge. Is 2 scoops (40g protein total) the right amount? Any advice appreciated.

Answer: Your protein intake looks fine. Focus on your nutrition man...that way you can get an 8 pack!!!!!

Question: What are the advantages of taking a whey protein supplement with water as opposed to milk? I have been taking different whey protein supplements for about 8 months or so. Some of them specify they can be taken with either milk or water while some only state water should be used. Is there any advantages or disadvantages to taking whey powder with milk? Why do some specify the use with water only? I have been thinking that taking it with milk would increase the protein intake as well as introducing casein into the equation as a protein that is more slowly absorbed.

Answer: Using milk would add calcium and vitamins. The catch is it would add fat. Some might prefer the taste. Using water makes it lower calorie.

Question: How long are whey protein supplements good for after expiration? I am considering buying some of the old formula of Nitrotech since they released a newer, flasher kind, and can acquire a bunch of it for cheap. The catch is that it expires in a few days, and it is a 60 day supply. I would like to know how long after expiration it is acceptable to consume whey protein supplements.

Answer: As long as it is sealed and has been away from heat and moisture you should be fine. I have a brand that I have used for the last 2 years from http://www.bulkprotein.com and I kept it in a cool place and it was 2 months expired and it was fine.

Question: How long are whey protein supplements good for past expiration? I am considering buying some of the old formula of Nitrotech since they released a newer, flasher kind, and can acquire a bunch of it for cheap. The catch is that it expires in a few days, and it is a 60 day supply. I would like to know how long after expiration it is acceptable to consume whey protein supplements.

Answer: 2 months is nothing...the protein is fine. It should be good for at least a year. The only thing that would change may be the taste and even then it's highly unlikely.