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Protein is a vital nutrient for everyone, especially for those trying to keep a lean muscle mass. Protein helps suppress your appetite while trying to cut fat and build muscle strength and size. Further still, protein enhances performance and helps muscles recover after a strenuous workout. It can be hard to ingest enough protein to make a real difference without keeping a steak at the ready for every meal. For this reason, most physically active individuals looking to change their body composition will supplement with protein powder. Looking at the available types of protein powder on the market, you may have difficulty finding the right one for you. Lets examine the evidence of each type, protein concentrate vs. isolate and compare their efficacy. Well also consider plant protein as a viable alternative. What Is Whey Protein? Whey protein comes from dairy cows milk. The process of making whey protein powder uses the same methods as the cheesemaking process. Whey forms when milk undergoes a process separating its casein, carbohydrates, and fat components. Have you seen the clear liquid that gathers at the top of a tub of yogurt? That is pure whey. This liquid then undergoes a drying process that turns it into a powder. This powder is added to protein shakes, protein bars, and other snacks that contain whey. What Are The Benefits Of Whey Protein? The benefits of supplementing with whey protein are numerous. Many of them are because whey is such a high-quality protein easily used by the human body. Here are the main benefits you will reap if you consume whey protein: It Contains All Nine Essential Amino Acids Whey is one of the only proteins that contain all nine essential amino acids that your body needs to function. These include the big three BCAAs, or branched-chain amino acids; leucine, valine, and isoleucine. While there are many proteins to choose from, few contain all these amino acids.
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