In this week’s podcast, we discuss how to choose the best protein powder and whether or not you should take one.

The vast majority of people don’t consume enough protein throughout the day. The minimum amount of protein someone, who performs any sort of exercise, should be consuming (regardless of being male or female) is 1g of protein per pound of body weight. For example, if you weigh 200 pounds, you should try and eat 200 grams of protein per day. That is enough protein to support muscle health and the full development of muscle mass.

Women are usually afraid to consume protein powder since they’ve heard that it will make them bulky and gain “too much” muscle. This isn’t true! Protein powder can and should be taken by women without the fear that it will change their physique in an undesirable way. 

Consuming enough protein everyday can be extremely difficult for some people. If you’re active and find that you can’t eat enough, then you should really consider taking a protein powder. The highest quality protein powders are animal based. The gold standard is whey protein. Whey protein should be the first choice for anyone looking for a protein powder. Plant based protein powders are usually contaminated with high levels of heavy metals. They aren’t bioavailable and don’t contain every amino acid needed to fully support your muscles.

To learn more about why animal based protein powders are the best, how, and when to consume protein powder, listen to this week’s podcast.