Most Commonly Asked Whey Protein Questions

1. How much protein do I need?
There are 2 different schools of thought to this. Nutritionists recommend .5-1.2g per kg of bodyweight depending on how active you are and if you are growing or not. Other nutrition coaches recommend 1g per pound of bodyweight for un-active people and up to 1.5g per pound of bodyweight for active people. Bodybuilders will agree that you need 2g per pound of body weight if you are trying to put on size.

2. When Should I take it?
For muscle gains, before and after a workout, and before bed, depending on your protein requirements.
For weight loss, use it as a snack between meals to help stabilize blood sugars.
If you are on the go, it can be a quick meal replacement.

3. What kind of protein do I need?
That depends on what you are using it for.
To gain muscle, use Whey Isolate after a workout. Because it is so pure, it will get absorbed faster, into the blood stream faster and delivered to your muscles quicker to help repair them after a workout.
Whey Isolate is also a good choice before bed. Since your body repairs itself while you are sleeping, it is a good idea to supply it with the amino acids to do so. However, since you are just going to sleep, you do not need the extra carbs/fat for energy that may be found in Whey blends.
If you are using it for a meal replacement, you might want to consider whey concentrate or a blend because they have more carbs and fat in it to sustain you longer. Or you could stick with Whey Isolate and add you own carbs/fat to it to make a substantial, better quality meal replacement.
Whey Isolate is also encouraged for people who are lactose intolerant because it is so pure, in most cases it will not bother the stomache.

4. What do you mix it with?
Again, that depends on your needs.
To lose weight mix it with water and ice, and possibly some fresh fruit for flavor.
If you need more calories, mix it with milk.
Growing boys that need A LOT of calories could even get away w/ mixing it with their favorite ice cream.
For a meal replacement try adding oatmeal or fruit for extra carbs, peanut butter or flax seed for extra healthy fats. I have seen people get really creative with this, have fun.
After a workout you may also want to add glutamine for extra recovery.
The powder can also be used in baking recipes to give it an extra protein punch.

5. Can I take it on the days I do not work out?
Absolutely! Your body needs protein everyday. It is no different than eating a piece of chicken or hamburger.

6. Will it make me gain weight?
Yes and no.
Yes, if you are eating more total calories than you need.
No, if you are eating less total calories than you need.
To find out how many calories you eat in a day, meet with a nutritionist or schedule a resting metabolic assesmt test.

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