Protein Powder Ingredient Review

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#1

I know in an ideal world I should get my protein from real food. And, I try. However, my appetite has greatly reduced. I’m IF 16:8 and down to 2MAD, sometimes not even hungry for dinner. I can’t force feed myself and I am struggling to reach my protein macros. In an effort to try and hit my goals, I was wondering what everyone thought of this protein powder. Thank you!

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(Justin ) #2

I am in the same boat but don’t worry too much when I dont hit my protein. I am more worried about my fats. I try to do two small 4-6oz protein a day and seems to be sufficient enough for me. Yeah I am not a big fan of these powders at all. Stay away and find another solution…

(Karim Wassef) #3

rice and soy protein in there… I would go for straight pea protein and skip the rest. Add it to raw cacao powder, salt, ACV and coconut cream to make it chocolaty.

(Chris) #4

Garbage…go for animal-based. Too many ingredients also.

#5

@Dread1840 Any recommendations of which one to consider? Thanks.

(Jay Patten) #6

I am also curious about protein powder for post-workout shakes. I’m not using any at all at the moment, but I have been thinking about trying it for a couple of weeks to seen if I notice a difference.

(Chris) #7

Isopure isn’t too bad, Truenutrition I believe has some make-your-own blends. Start with plain whey.

#8

I thought Whey spikes your insulin?

(Chris) #9

If that’s what you’re afraid of, get your protein from meat.

#10

I’m not necessarily afraid, and I was originally leaning towards whey, but having read one to many threads in these forums, I am officially confused.

(Chris) #11

Personally I think it’s overblown. If those posts do worry you, try unflavored. That should further reduce the chance. What is stopping you from getting your protein from food?

#12

I really don’t have much of an appetite. At best, I will eat a couple eggs for breakfast/lunch with cheese. I should probably add some bacon or other meat back in the picture for that meal. Even with a couple pieces of bacon, it’s not pushing the numbers that high. And, I’m adding it in just for the macros not because I am hungry. Dinner is usually 5 oz of protein in form of salmon, chicken, lamb, etc. That satiates me. I am averaging 50-70g of protein a day and it typically falls on the lower side of that, or less. I’m working out 4x a week, spinning and strength training and know how important protein is in the mix.

(Alec) #13

This fails my sniff test in 5 key areas:

  1. It is a fake food
  2. It has “keto” in the branding
  3. It has an ingredients list that is almost as long as the Gettysburg Address!
  4. Some of the ingredients are unpronounceable (bloody chemists)
  5. Any food claiming to be “incredibly delicious” deserves maximum suspicion :joy::joy:

But I understand your problem. Assuming you are fat adapted, I would recommend you reduce your fat macro, and focus on eating protein to get your protein in real foods. If you need fat, your body will provide; if your body wants more calories it will tell you through increased hunger.

#14

Thank you. I will try to reduce fat further. I’m anywhere from 70-90g, sometimes lower. I can figure out areas to bring it down.

(Alec) #15

Another thing that may happen: if you reduce your fat intake, you may find you are hungrier… fat is very satiating. But focus on eating protein first.

(Karim Wassef) #16

I agree that animal meat is the best source of protein. It’s also the most natural and tastiest.

If you’re into shakes - just add eggs.

(Bunny) #17

Strange how generations of people who eat more fish and meat than milk are smaller in height then previous generations and how eating an equal amount of fish, land meat and milk makes future generations taller in height? (probably better when the milk is RAW; just wanted to say that from looking at that label …lol)

  1. Whey Protein (isolate? or hydrolysate?) vs.

  2. Soy Protein (isolate; the bad stuff?) vs.

  3. Fermented Soy Protein (the good stuff?)

Things you may want look for in the ingredients if your trying burn body fat and stalling or reaching a plateau?

  1. hydrolysate (bad?)

  2. isolate (good?)

References:

[1] Dairy and Its Effect on Insulin Secretion (and What It Means for Your Waistline)
“…I think it’s more accurate to say that acute insulin spikes are different from chronically elevated insulin levels, especially when it comes to appetite regulation and metabolic derangement. Consider this study, whose authors gave either whey protein isolate or whey protein hydrolysate to subjects 30 minutes before a pizza meal. Subjects given whey protein isolate, but not whey protein hydrolysate, reduced post meal blood glucose and insulin levels, and ate less pizza. The whey still released insulin, but it didn’t linger for very long and it led to improved post meal numbers. It wasn’t chronically elevated. The subjects weren’t hungrier, contrary to what you might expect from someone who’d just experienced a jump in insulin. …”

[2] Newest Research on Why You Should Avoid Soy: Soy Protein Isolate: Not So Friendly

[3] SOY PROTEIN VS. WHEY PROTEIN - EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW

[4] But soy is not the Total Health Enemy it’s cut out to be - if it is fermented! “… Find out what fermented soy products will be better for your health. Learn about vitamin K2 (the forgotten vitamin) found in these recommended fermented soy products: Find out how vitamin K2 promotes heart health and gently redirects calcium back to your “bone bank”. Discover that K2 is slowly emerging as a key vitamin to fight the signs of aging. Learn how to benefit from “soy” without the health risks that non-fermented soy brings. …” …More

#18

When I need the quick fix for fat and protein, I make my “Liquid Chicken Latte”.
1-2 eggs
1-2 T butter, MCT or Coconut oil
HWC
Swerve or Xylitol (if you like it sweetened)
You can added spices like cinnamon or pumpkin pie spice too.
Pour hot coffee over it.
Whack it with a stick blender until frothy. BAM!
You got your fat, your protein and a little addition of caffeine. And if you’re not into caffeine, then use decaf coffee.
Either way, it covers a couple bases very quickly.
Cheers!

(Candy Lind) #19

If you’re not within 10% of your goal weight, concentrate on protein and don’t worry about your fat macro so much. Your body will use your stored fat. If you ARE close to goal, just try to eat macro-balanced meals when you eat, and don’t worry about how much. Let your body tell you when you need to eat.

#20

I’m closer to 20% of my goal weight. I’m definitely going to reduce my fat further and increase my protein. Thank you!