PROTEIN POWDERS AND SHAKES - WHO SHOULD USE THEM, WHEN AND WHY?

Based on yesterday’s posts, it appears some of you are either currently taking protein supplements or are interested in beginning a protein supplement.

Protein Shakes Can Be Beneficial If....

• you’re trying to lose weight and not getting enough protein from your diet
• considering using a protein shake as a meal replacement for weight loss
• trying to bulk up or add muscle mass at the gym
• older and not getting enough protein due to a lack of appetite

While most healthy people eating a balanced diet full of lean proteins (meat, poultry, eggs, dairy, fish) and/or plant based proteins (beans, peas, nuts, and seeds) are probably getting enough protein from foods, the growing trend toward less animal proteins and a more vegetarian-based diet have propelled sales of protein powder supplements & shakes.

What are the best protein shakes?

With all the products on the market, the choices can be overwhelming. Which product you choose really depends on why you’re taking it. The article below offers guidance on what to look for depending on your needs and the different types of protein powders and shakes on the market.

Learn more about how proteins shakes and powders can be beneficial to your daily routine or how it can negatively affect your daily routine, here is more research on the topic just click here to read more about it.