Category Archive for "Protein Supplements"

“What is the best protein powder to use?” “How much protein powder should I take per day?” “When is the best time to drink it?” Most beginning lifters highly over-complicate the issue of proper protein powder use, typically viewing it…

As a follow up to yesterday’s post discussing vegan bodybuilding diets and their effects on muscle growth, today I wanted to answer one reader’s question who asked for my thoughts on vegan protein powders vs. whey and other animal-based protein…

If you follow my posts on a regular basis then you already know I’m a huge fan of Quest Protein Bars and consider them as my current top pick in the protein bar category. (You can get my complete review…

Are the expiration dates on protein powders set in stone, or is it still okay to consume the product even after the date listed on the tub has passed? Maybe you discovered an old whey protein tub laying around in…

Of the endless variety of different muscle building supplements available these days, only a very small percentage make it onto my “recommended” list. The vast majority of fitness supplements out there are way over-hyped, way over-priced, ineffective and most definitely…

Whey protein is one of the very few fitness supplements out there that gets a definite thumbs up from me. It’s a very high quality source of natural protein with a top-notch amino acid profile and high bio-availability, and that…

For those following a higher protein diet aimed at lean muscle growth or fat loss, whey protein (or any high quality protein powder for that matter) is definitely a worthwhile supplement to make use of. It provides your body with…

Whey protein has been a staple in bodybuilding and fitness diets for decades due to its extremely high bio-availability, strong amino acid profile, health boosting benefits and overall convenience. With “all natural” diet trends taking off like wildfire these days,…

There are plenty of reasons to include a high quality whey protein powder in your muscle building or fat loss program… – It’s the most absorbable form of protein you can put into your body. – It delivers a high…

“Yeah man, it’s okay to include some whey protein in your diet, but most of your protein should be coming from whole foods.” If you browse the online bodybuilding forums or read articles from your typical run-of-the-mill “guru”, this is…