Whey Protein Powder Benefits – Part II

Check out our original overview of whey protein benefits.  In this post we’re going to delve a little more into how whey protein effects the growth of lean muscle mass, as well as fat burning and weight loss, specifically with the use of whey protein powder.

To read more about how much protein to consume for optimal fat burning, check out our post on whey protein and fat burning.  If you’re more concerned about how whey protein suppresses appetite and the science behind it, make sure you read our post on whey protein weight loss.

How Whey Protein Powder Increases Fat Loss and Lean Muscle Mass:

In a recent study from the Minnesota Applied Research Centre, they evaluated how a high quality whey protein source used as a daily dietary supplement enhanced the rate of fat burning and subsequently weight loss by comparing subjects consuming whey protein on a daily basis with a control group, both on a reduced caloric intake diet.  They found the following:

  • Over 12 weeks, the whey protein powder using group lost a substantial amount of fat compared to the control group, specifically 1.2 kg of fat.  While not sounding like a significant amount of weight, the supporting tissue and blood supply adds much more. Continue reading

Whey Protein Side Effects

Make sure you check out our information on organic whey protein if concerned about the quality of your protein powder.

Also for those allergic or looking to mix a secondary quality protein that contains different branched chain amino acids, soy protein isolate might be a good bet.

Although this site primarily focuses on the many benefits of whey protein, one of the major things I’m often asked are what are some potential whey protein side effects? It’s an important question that needs answering, especially before making it regular part of your daily diet. Afterall, despite its many positive benefits, whey protein does have a few known side effects that everyone should be aware of:

Whey Protein Powder Side Effects

Lactose intolerance – As whey is derived from milk and cheese, anyone who is allergic to lactose will also be allergic to whey protein powder. Most whey protein powders contain about 5% lactose, which although less than most milk products, can still cause concern to those extra sensitive. The lowest levels of lactose are present in whey isolate, so it is recommended that those with lactose allergies avoid concentrate if possible. Read more on whey protein types.  Specifically whey protein isolate side effects are far reduced due to lower lactose concentrations for those allergic.

For those concerned about lactose allergies please check out our review of Elite Whey Protein a digestive enzyme that reduces the effect of lactose.   You can also purchase it at Amazon here:Dymatize Nutrition Elite Natural Whey Protein Isolate, Rich Chocolate, 5-Pounds

 

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