The Beginner's Guide To Whey Protein Powder

The Different Types Of Whey

There are three primary types of whey: whey protein concentrate (WPC), whey protein isolate (WPI), and whey protein hydrolysate (WPH). WPC contains lower levels of fat and carbohydrates, with the percentage of protein in it depending on how concentrated the powder is. Lower end concentrates generally have thirty percent of protein, while high concentrations of it have a staggering ninety percent of protein concentration. WPIs are the more refined and processed version of WPC to remove all of the fat and lactose found in WPCs. WPI is on the higher end of protein concentrations, and is approximately ninety percent protein in its content, and is often associated with better muscle gains when compared to casein. WPH is often considered the ‘predigested’ version of whey protein, as this type has already undergone partial hydrolysis, a process necessary for the body to absorb protein. WPH is the easiest form of protein to digest and is relatively gentle on the digestive tract.

Continue reading to learn the correct dosages to consume whey protein to ensure it will be effective for you.

Hopefully, these guidelines gave you a crash course in whey protein, its benefits and how to safely use it to ensure you get healthy and lean in no time. Enjoy your next workout and have a shake on me!