Whey Protein Supplement

Most Whey Protein Supplement currently available on the market are divided into the following three types, but there are also formulas that mix the three types for consumers to choose from.

1. Whey protein concentrate: WPC is the most common form, which is obtained by ultrafiltration of whey. It contains a small amount of fat, lactose and carbohydrates, and the protein content generally ranges from 30% to 90% (depending on the degree of concentration).

2. Whey protein isolate: WPI, as the name suggests, is obtained by ultrafiltration and diafiltration or ion exchange of whey, removing fat and lactose, and contains at least 85% to 90% protein.

3. Hydrolyzed whey protein: WPH is a hydrolysis technology that mimics protein digestion in the body, partially hydrolyzing the protein to achieve the purpose of pre-digestion, reducing possible protein allergies, so the body does not need to use too much digestive power to decompose, and is often used for medical protein supplements or added to infant formula. The most widely produced whey protein products are whey protein concentrate and whey protein isolate.

Whey protein has great potential in the nutritional supplement market. The essential amino acid leucine content in whey protein is relatively high, and leucine can promote muscle protein synthesis.
A meta-analysis of the literature pointed out that whey protein supplementation has significant improvements in physical function, especially gait speed.
Supplementing whey protein before and after resistance training may help promote the repair of muscle function after exercise.
If you are an athlete or highly active person and your goal is to lose body fat while maintaining lean muscle mass, the recommended daily protein intake is approximately 1.5 to 2.2g/kg.
The best times to use whey protein are in the morning, at breakfast and after exercise. Taking whey protein 30 minutes after exercise can help muscle recovery.