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Whey Protein Isolate

What is Whey Protein Isolate?

Whey protein isolates (WPI) are another form of concentrated whey protein; they are very high in protein (>90%) and low in fat, lactose and minerals. They normally taste better, are easier to digest, and is much more expensive than Whey Protein Concentrate.

What will Whey Protein Isolates do for Me?

Scientists have confirmed this revolutionary super protein to yield a higher bi-availability than any other protein source in existence. This superior bio-availability can mean greater nitrogen retention, greater protein synthesis, and ultimately dramatically improved muscular growth! All this with better taste and easier digestion.

Who needs it and what are some symptoms of deficiency?

Every bodybuilder training hard needs that extra protein flowing through his or her veins. In independent clinical tests have shown that whey protein isolates to elicit extremely significant effects on the following metabolic mechanisms which greatly influence lean muslce growth:

  • Increased Protein Synthesis
  • Increased Muscle Energitics and Power
  • Increased Muscle recovery Rate
  • Decreased Protein Breakdown
  • Decreased Cortisol Levels

How much should be taken? Are there side effects?

Hard training athletes often consume roughly one gram of protein per pound of body weight to maintain there muscle mass and tone. Of that amount 25-50 grams of whey protein should be consumed after each training session, per day. Bodybuilders that want more mass gains (and are burning serious calories), generally consume 100-150 grams per day spaced out over 3 - 4 diffrent servings. Extremely high doses of whey protein (for that matter any protein) is not recommended, as this will cause the body's digestive (stomach) and cleasing (liver) process to be overloaded and you won't get the same benefits as with a consistent lower amount taken three to five times per day.

Recent Studies - (Whey Protein & whey Isolate)

Cardiovascular Health:
In 2001 heart disease was the leading cause of death in the United States for both men and women. With the average life expectancy rising each year, it becomes increasingly important to adopt a nutritious diet and regular exercise program to help maintain a healthy cardiovascular system. Whey protein should be part of that nutritious diet.

Hypertension (high blood pressure) is one of the leading causes of heart disease and stroke. Exciting new research has shown that whey protein may help in the battle against hypertension. Both human clinical and animal studies found that a hydrolyzed whey protein isolate assisted in reducing the blood pressure of borderline hypertensive individuals.

Elevated cholesterol is another factor associated with heart disease and whey protein has been shown to reduce cholesterol in a number of animal and clinical studies. Certain bioactive components in whey protein may be responsible for the cholesterol reduction however additional research is needed in this area.

Cancer
Cancer patients undergoing radiation or chemotherapy often have difficulty in meeting their daily nutritional requirements due to nausea and lack of appetite. This may lead to weight loss, muscle loss and protein calorie malnutrition. Whey protein is an excellent protein choice for cancer patients as it is very easy to digest and very gentle to the system. Whey protein may be added to a wide variety of foods and beverages to increase the protein content without affecting taste.

As with serious athletes, cancer patients often have reduced glutathione levels and a weakened immune system. Numerous studies have shown that whey protein, rich in the amino acid cysteine, provides an extra boost to the immune system by raising glutathione levels. This may help reduce the risk of infection and improve the responsiveness of the immune system. In support of this, at the 2003 Annual Meeting of the American Cancer Society, research was presented showing that women with the highest levels of plasma cysteine had a 56% reduction in the risk of breast cancer compared to individuals with the lowest levels of plasma cysteine.

Whey protein has been shown through animal and in vitro studies to inhibit the growth of several types of cancer tumors. Dr. Thomas Badger, head of the Arkansas Children's Nutrition Center in Little Rock, found that feeding rats whey protein resulted in their developing 50% fewer tumors than rats fed casein. The rats fed whey protein also developed fewer tumors than rats fed soy protein and the tumors took longer to develop.

These are just two of there areas in which Whey Protein can help your life and those around your. Below is a list of some of the areas being studied with the use of whey protein.

  • Physical Performance
  • Weight Management
  • Cardiovascular Health
  • Cancer
  • Diabetes
  • Infant Nutrition
  • Healthy Aging
  • Wound Care
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