Beefcake! The Deal About Whey Protein

While we are aware that most of our fan base are women, we occasionally put in something for men. And today we drill down to the body-building type niche, arguably! I’ve never been someone who makes it a habit to consume protein supplements, but I know that they work – because there have been two periods in my life when I tried them – and they worked!

When people talk about protein supplements for bodybuilding, or even for weight loss, the two most common types that are mentioned are whey protein and creatine. So today, we present one of the most succinct and well-research articles about the topic, which the writers are more than happy to share with the internet world.

To begin with, whey protein is actually a term used to describe a group of globular proteins that can be separated from whey. When cow’s milk is used to manufacture cheese, it also leads to the production of whey, which may or may not be discarded. It is a mixture of lactoglobulin, alpha-lactalbumin and serum albumin.

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Similar to protein found in egg white, whey protein can also be irreversibly changed by heat. When made part of the pasteurisation process, it becomes less bio-active. If not, whey protein naturally becomes bio-active which basically means it contains a high concentration of cysteine and consequently glutathione, an antioxidant that is essential to improved fitness and health. Bio-active whey protein is an active source for protein but exposure to extreme heat can easily reduce the amount of cysteine in it without affecting its protein content and basic food value.

Because whey protein contains an inordinate amount of essential and non-essential acids, it frequently plays a prominent role in most low-carb and high-protein diets. Another reason for this is because of its low content of fats and of course, carbohydrates. So essentially, it is a win-win situation when integrated into some diets.

One interesting point to note is that pregnant women can benefit from whey protein from a nutritional standpoint because it will provide the basic amount of amino acids needed by the growing infants inside their bodies. An increased intake of whey protein will naturally improve and speed up the development of the baby.

Also, increased intake of whey protein will indirectly improve the immune system of the baby. In its growing stages, it is highly vulnerable to different types of illnesses. With the help of whey protein, it grows faster and better and more equipped to defend itself against any health complication. Of course, don’t take this as gospel!

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For bodybuilders, muscle growth is everything and that’s why they love whey protein so much. Studies have satisfactorily proven that whey protein can lead to acceleration of muscle development. This is welcomed news especially for bodybuilders who are only a few weeks away from the date of competition but is still in high need of muscle growth.

In the case of athletes recovering from sustained injury, whey protein saves the day once more because it can be used to supplement diets of individuals who are suffering from compromised immune systems. Basically, it helps athletes heal faster and feel better. This, of course, also applies to those who are pseudo-athletes and recreational hobbyists.

Although you can’t truly say that any disease is less painful than the other if both have life-altering consequences, it is an inarguable fact however that degenerative diseases are one of the worst health complications to suffer from. These illnesses tend to subject people to a protracted form of suffering and with symptoms with increasing levels of severity. They commonly affect three systems in particular: the nervous system, the muscular system and the skeletal system.

Although rarely curable, degenerative diseases can be treated through chemotherapy, surgical operations and the proper diet. Whey protein is often a part of this diet because of its rehabilitative benefits especially when it comes to muscle growth. Cancer, diabetes and AIDS have symptoms that cause muscle strength and growth to deteriorate – an undesirable effect that can be combated with increased intake of whey protein.

In terms of access, you can get whey protein products in most supermarkets and specialty food stores specialising in healthy food. A final word of warning though: excessive intake of whey protein can lead to unnecessary complications of your liver. And need we remind you that the liver is the next most important organ in the body? Lastly, lactose intolerant individuals must consume whey protein isolate rather than the normal variety as the former has less lactose content.

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