Best Quality Protein

[IGoRyEk69]

What is the best quality protein? Some brands will sell you protein powders with 60gms of protein each serving for very cheap, is that because the quality of the protein is cheap?

 

[FullCircle]

Quality, and type of protein really don't have much to do with each other. Much of it is based on production procedures, and what you are looking for in a protien. Ion exchange Whey is generally the most bio-available, but quality will vary from one factory to another. Casien, while not as bio-available, gives more sustained amino releases into the blood (reason why people say to use whey with milk, quick/prolonged release).

Blends of high quality protiens are better than any one.

Whey also is liked due to its high glutamine content.

It's pointless to answer the poll IMO because it makes no sense. Its like saying what is the best food?

Some cheap protein is cheap do to low quality (ie not having advertised content, low bio-availbility...ect). Others are cheap because they are bought in bulk, or sold in bulk..ect. IMO pay a little more and buy something that is tested by an independent lab, or is known to be high quality. And I don't mean that hyped up muscletech shit....

-FC

 

[IGoRyEk69]

Quality, and type of protein really don't have much to do with each other. Much of it is based on production procedures, and what you are looking for in a protien. Ion exchange Whey is generally the most bio-available, but quality will vary from one factory to another. Casien, while not as bio-available, gives more sustained amino releases into the blood (reason why people say to use whey with milk, quick/prolonged release).

Blends of high quality protiens are better than any one.

Whey also is liked due to its high glutamine content.

It's pointless to answer the poll IMO because it makes no sense. Its like saying what is the best food?

Some cheap protein is cheap do to low quality (ie not having advertised content, low bio-availbility...ect). Others are cheap because they are bought in bulk, or sold in bulk..ect. IMO pay a little more and buy something that is tested by an independent lab, or is known to be high quality. And I don't mean that hyped up muscletech shit....

-FC

What do you personally recommend?

 

[chiefwiggum]

Optimum

Optimum Nutrition
55$ cdn for 5lbs
22grams protein/serving

Good quality protein and bang for you buck
Anyways just my two cents
Wiggum

 

[The mann]

Very good post fullcircle.

 

[Stubby2]

I thought we were supposed to have a balance of all protein types? Or can we just dedicate ourselves to whey and meats?

STUBS

 

[RealDeal]

Blends of high quality protiens are better than any one.

-FC

Well said. One kind of protein is not necessarily better than another. You need a range of various protein sources throughout the day for best results. Whey has the best bio-availability and is quick & easy to digest, which I think many people use as a post-workout drink.

If you know you're not gonna be eating for a while (say you're going into a long meeting, whatever), then casien would be a good choice, or an MRP that blends casien, whey, egg so you'll have a prolonged release. Throughout the day, I eat lean meats as my main protein source, but in the morning, right after workout, and possibly again in the evening, I take whey.

Your question is too general.

 

[maxellyz]

whey is the best by far

 

[LeviathanX]

Isopure or one of those AST-SS brands. It is a little bit more expensive, but completely lactose and fat free, and doesn't taste that bad.

 

[RealDeal]

i dont think i believe in the "blend is best" idea. it sounds to me like mixing whey with soy and casein is like mixing fillet mignon with ny strip and hamburger.

Love the nick bro.

Anyway, I don't think the idea is to always take in a mixture of protein types. I certainly don't. The idea is more to guage your choice of protein on what your need is at the time. Do you want quick digestion (whey) or something that's gonna take longer and release more slowly (milk protein), etc. I don't think one type of protein is right for everyone 100% of the time. I eat lean meats for my regular meals, take a couple of whey shakes/day, and toss in an MRP that combines whey, casien, & egg proteins.

Look at what you're going to be doing, what type of digestion would be best suited, and choose a protein accordingly.

 

[macDbol]

mrp for breakfast(blend with carbs) whey after workout(then eat a meal) mrp before bed(slower digestion)...but in all honesty i dont think you'll see a differnce in results if u just took whey or blends...Arnold and Franco didnt fuck around with whey and look at them

 

[waterboy]

they all kick ass

 

[MonStar1023]

Whey protein... always worked great for me.

 

[Blood&Iron]

I'll echo the statements of others. Provided you get enough protein I don't think it's going to make a substantial difference. In fact I used to be a big believer in the "real food is best" school of thought. But recently I compared the results of eating 7-8 real meals vs. 7-8 servings of 50g of whey a day(which many say is pointless due to the fact that whey is a fast acting protein) along with some fruit and nuts and I saw almost no difference in my lbm gains.

 

[manny78]

Whey or a mix of Whey/Egg

 

[gmanlax7]

i think meat cant be beat, cottage cheese is great too

 

[RipDsel]

I'd say whey, my favorite is NytroWhey made by prosource.

 

[french tickler]

i eat cottage cheese b4 going to bed.... good source of casein and is slower to digest...

 

[OXANDRIN]

why is whey also the cheapest?

 

[Synpax]

Not all protein is created the same. Different types of protein have different biological values (BV). BV is a measurement of how quickly and effectively your body uses the protein (a ratio of nitrogen uptake versus nitrogen excretion). The highest biological value, by far, is in whey isolate followed by concentration.

I present the following documentation to support my post.

Explanation and chart including lab-produced protein:
http://www.bodybuildingpro.com/proteinrating.html

Similar chart without lab produced:
http://www.aeb.org/eggcyclopedia/biological-value.html

Definition of BV:
http://www.aussiebodies.com.au/glossary/a+b+c/biological+value.htm

Additional definition of BV:
http://www.books.md/B/dic/biologicalvalue.php

Comparative chart for protein sources:
http://www.carbery.com/products/food-ingredients/isolac-bv.html

Good luck!

 

[Jollyrogers_cookin]

Re: Optimum

Optimum Nutrition
55$ cdn for 5lbs
22grams protein/serving

Good quality protein and bang for you buck
Anyways just my two cents
Wiggum

Nice but did you ever try ..

100% Whey Protein Isolate by NxCare

45g Protein, 1 gram of carbs, 190 Cals, per 50g scoop

2.5lb Tub for $43.99 Canadian

Also this company is in Guelph, ON, Canada

 

[gjohnson5]

I would vote for real food over a shake any day. Lean meat is the most anabolic food you can eat. Dairy is a common and sometime serious allergy. The quality of whey varies greatly depending on the filtering technology used to create the product and the percentage of whey protein in the product. Concentrates are not high quality.
Also leam meat will have to be broken down so lean meat should a good slow digester... I vote lean meat over whey anyday

 

[javaguru]

As far as amino acid profile is cooncerned. dairy and egg are the best protein sources. Meat falls behind them and plant proteins bring up the rear. Whey is the most over rated protein source IMO and I use a microfiltered cold processed milk isolate for general use. Whey in a fasted state just seems to be canabalized by teh human body for glucose (Boire). Milk isoalte also has a more balanced amino acid profile and contains high levels of naturally occuring glutamine, whey has very low levels of glutamine.

 

[gjohnson5]

As far as amino acid profile is cooncerned. dairy and egg are the best protein sources. Meat falls behind them and plant proteins bring up the rear. Whey is the most over rated protein source IMO and I use a microfiltered cold processed milk isolate for general use. Whey in a fasted state just seems to be canabalized by teh human body for glucose (Boire). Milk isoalte also has a more balanced amino acid profile and contains high levels of naturally occuring glutamine, whey has very low levels of glutamine.

I will agree in terms of amino acid profile. The problem is that most proteins are concentrates where you have no idea the amount of quality protein in the product. Having said this the amino acid profile doesn't have the effect it should when as little as 30% of the product is quality protein...

Note that milk is 80% caesin and 20% whey. This doesn't seem to be a good choice for pre or post workout as both situations would require a fast absorbing macronutrient

1. for glutamine use I would use glutamine peptides such as anafits EnerG. I wouldn't depend on my powder to supply quality glutamine. L-glutamine does not absorb well in the stomach as the HCL in your stomach will denature it, and then what does pass through the stomach is absorbed into the tissues of the small intestines. Probably not where you want it

2. If you swallow a protein shake in a fasted state , you should probably mix it with some 100% and I mean 100% fruit juice so what you describe does not happen. My new habit is to drink coconut milk before the protein as most (80%) of saturated fats are burned as energy

 

[theprofessor]

I would vote for real food over a shake any day. Lean meat is the most anabolic food you can eat. Dairy is a common and sometime serious allergy. The quality of whey varies greatly depending on the filtering technology used to create the product and the percentage of whey protein in the product. Concentrates are not high quality.
Also leam meat will have to be broken down so lean meat should a good slow digester... I vote lean meat over whey anyday

BEEF IT UP!
shakes are sooo overated...
fast acting protein = tuna, salmon etc..
long lasting protein = bloody red beef (the less you cook it the less the protein is damaged)
cant beat real food, its what the body is made to utilize

 

[Steve720]

Does anyone have any information on lab testing of specific brands and which are best in terms of quality?

Has there been anything further on this ?

Quality, and type of protein really don't have much to do with each other. Much of it is based on production procedures, and what you are looking for in a protien. Ion exchange Whey is generally the most bio-available, but quality will vary from one factory to another. Casien, while not as bio-available, gives more sustained amino releases into the blood (reason why people say to use whey with milk, quick/prolonged release).

Blends of high quality protiens are better than any one.

Whey also is liked due to its high glutamine content.

It's pointless to answer the poll IMO because it makes no sense. Its like saying what is the best food?

Some cheap protein is cheap do to low quality (ie not having advertised content, low bio-availbility...ect). Others are cheap because they are bought in bulk, or sold in bulk..ect. IMO pay a little more and buy something that is tested by an independent lab, or is known to be high quality. And I don't mean that hyped up muscletech shit....

-FC

 

[Steve720]

cricket...cricket...

 

[steelmass]

IsoPure for sure - whey in general

 

[Turanabol]

Just started using MBI's Synergy 3. IT's a multiblend protein that is Whey isolate, Egg isolate, and micellar casein. 56 grams protein, 4 carbs and 5.5lbs. I'm a firm believer in multiblend proteins and this one is the best one I've found to date. The vanilla tastes like vanilla cake batter.

 

[mr. snakes]

What is the best quality protein? Some brands will sell you protein powders with 60gms of protein each serving for very cheap, is that because the quality of the protein is cheap?

Whey....................

 

[stayinfit]

ON 100& Whey protein....best for you and best tasting in my opinion!!!!