Is there any real advantage to taking BCAAs instead of taking whey protein powder?
201805
No. All of the essential amino acids are in whey. I use BCAAs when training early morning fasted and before cardio if I haven't eaten for more than 4 hrs. I use them while cutting weight because they have less calories but still have anti catabolic properties.
201806
I chose to take BCAA because I needed more protein and didn't want the added weight gain from protein powder.
2134396
I'm not sure if that is true, but I really like using it in my smoothie in the morning. My lactose intolerance stops me from being able to use the whey protein and this one isn't gritty and blends well. Enjoy!
923548
Yep. Your body just doesn't process it as quickly as whey, so use it to just get your overall protein intake up. You don't need to drink it right after working out. I sometimes drink one scoop mixed with two cups almond milk before bed if I haven't had enough protein during the day. It mixes a much thicker shake than whey protein.
2168812
I guess it's preference. I always take a protein shake right after working out so I put my creatine in there
647551
The BCAA total per serving is only a gram. I think most BCAA supplements have 5 grams. If you were going to use BCAAs, I would still have some post-workout.
2108869
I use it as a breakfast shake w/fruit and greek yogurt. It has both Whey Protein (a fast burning protein) and Casein (a slow burning protein). I use a Whey only protein in the afternoon after workouts. Becuase of Casein's slow burning properties, it helps to keep my hunger at bay. Also Casein is a thick protein. It's normally it's used at night before bed because it takes so long to digest. The thickness helps the shakes not be so watery. On a side note, casein does contain amino acids which promote body mass. This could be a good thing or bad thing depending on your fitness goals.
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Both are good products and you should get comparable results from either one. Most whey protein products from major reliable manufacturers are very similar these days. Your own personal goals are the main factor to use in determining your choice. If you want to gain mass, then choose a Meal Replacement Powder or a Mass Gainer. These have considerably more calories per serving than does a whey powder only product. If your goals are more towards staying or getting lean, gaining endurance through exercise, or if you just want to boost your protein intake, then choose a whey powder such as either one of these you have mentioned or others like them. Both are good products and you should get comparable results from either one. Most whey protein products from major reliable manufacturers are very similar these days. Your own personal goals are the main factor to use in determining your choice. If you want to gain mass, then choose a Meal Replacement Powder or a Mass Gainer. These have considerably more calories per serving than does a whey powder only product. If your goals are more towards staying or getting lean, gaining endurance through exercise, or if you just want to boost your protein intake, then choose a whey powder such as... » Read More Both are good products and you should get comparable results from either one. Most whey protein products from major reliable manufacturers are very similar these days. Your own personal goals are the main factor to use in determining your choice. If you want to gain mass, then choose a Meal Replacement Powder or a Mass Gainer. These have considerably more calories per serving than does a whey powder only product. If your goals are more towards staying or getting lean, gaining endurance through exercise, or if you just want to boost your protein intake, then choose a whey powder such as either one of these you have mentioned or others like them. « Show Less
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Platinum Hydro Whey has more protein/serving (6g more, I believe), because it's not just purified protein, but also hydrolyzed. The hydrolyzation process breaks protein down further, which makes it easier and faster to absorb, hence making it more efficient. That being said, I can't tell the difference in results... Probably because I'm not actually an intense athlete, I just work out and I don't like feeling sore so I drink a shake. I think the general consensus, is that Hydro Whey is only really worth the extra money if you're doing some really intense working out. In terms of taste, I detect a little bit of an after taste. I prefer Gold Standard, but Hydro Whey does seem to be creamier/richer.
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It absolutely DOES NOT have the creatine in it like the regular Body Fortress Whey Protein has. This fact is why I do not buy the straight "Whey Protein", and instead purchase the Whey Isolate Protein. The creatine in the other makes me feel jittery.
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I use this instead of regular whey powder because it has less carbs and calories.
1941938
my understanding is that it is neither. it is the whole components of whey, I suppose more like concentrate but since it is grass-fed, cold processed I will assume as I said, neither which is a good thing, it is far less processed than most whey isolates or concentrates, like eating a whole food instead of a packaged food. maybe someone else can be more precise.
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Aminos are the building blocks of protein. With that said, your actual questions would be. What is syntha 6 protein bioavailability? Ie the acutual protein my body will use. Syntha 6 is actually 6 proteins in one which make it more popular then "on whey" for obviously the different digestion stages. A scoop has 22 grams of which 80% is bioavailability is dependent on you. "Ie before or after workout before or after bed. In between meals your basically piss out your money because the body brakes it down to the amino acids needed at the time. It's an excellent maintance protein. You want more protein bioavailability for your money look into isopure or my favorite to stack with syntha 6 which is humapro
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Hi, thank you for your question. I have been drinking this Soy protein. I can give you my comments.1. No for body builder, 2. Yes for LACTOSE-INTOLERANT and 3. No for BULKING PHASE.If you want no. 1 & 3 yes, you may have to find whey protein from Soy or plants. Hope this helps.thanks
1489007
Yes, the primary reason to use bcaa's is to prevent muscle breakdown while doing intense exercise.
246593
No one seems to factor in the savings from using the WHEY in bread-baking or cooking to fortify foods. Weight lifters buy protein mix all the time that is made primarily from whey (and possibly adulterated in China with melamine). Having a reliable source of pure, natural whey would be a godsend to some of them...and to anyone wanting high-protein cooked food. (Think whey-fortified baked goods, mac & cheese, etc.) So your Greek yogurt starts looking pretty cost-effective if you save the whey and use it.
1010646
That depends On a lot of different things. If you get enough protein from food (150-200 grams a day) you don't really need to be buying whey protein. That being said, BCAAs are only beneficial if you work out in a fasted state (first thing in the morning without eating anything beforehand).
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Yes and no. Check this link out if you have time. http://www.builtlean.com/2013/05/14/whey-concentrate-vs-isolate-whats-the-difference/