What's your favorite Protein Powder? [Archive]

Vivian

05-31-2006, 08:36 AM

I'm normally a chocolate person all the way, and use Carb Solutions chocolate with a little cream and cinnamon every morning for a breakfast shake. I recently found "Thin so Fast" on Amazon for about $.80, so I read it, and while I don't think I could stay on a liquid diet for long, some of the shake recipes sounded pretty good.

So what kind of protein powder is the best, and by that I mean that doesn't have a really strong flavor of its own, so it mixes well with say sugar free lemonade or orange soda, or even diet coke with rum extract (Cuba Libra anyone!)?

Gopherhead

05-31-2006, 08:46 AM

Whey Gourmet. It's heavenly. The Creamy Dreamy Milk Chocolate is to die for. While you can't mix it with lemonade, it mixes with water and it still tastes like it was mixed with milk. They make fruity flavours like Radical Raspberry Smoothie, Fuzzy Navel Splash, Pina Colada Breeze, Blueberry Burst, and Creamy Orangesicle Swirl (which is also devine) which would mix with something like lemonade.

Shadow

05-31-2006, 09:53 AM

Vivian - I buy unflavored, unsweetened protein so I can use it in anything. There are many, many options but I happen to use a whey protein concentrate/milk isolate protein mix. While there are a couple of sites that sell protein powders, I get mine at Protein Factory (http://proteinfactory.com/store/).

Ottawa

05-31-2006, 09:58 AM

I go with Whey Gourmet (wait for sales and buy lots) and Weider (sp?) from Costco Warehouse.

Once a year I buy a bag of plain Whey Protein Powder which is almost 1/4 the price when bought in 20kg (45lbs.). It is 25 Protein, 0 carbs/scoop and is great for cooing/experimenting with.

Gopherhead

05-31-2006, 09:59 AM

Once a year I buy a bag of plain Whey Protein Powder which is almost 1/4 the price when bought in 20kg (45lbs.). It is 25 Protein, 0 carbs/scoop and is great for cooing/experimenting with.

Where in town do you get this, Ottawa?

Ottawa

05-31-2006, 10:03 AM

My SIL gets it for me from a Health Food store in Peterborough. I have tried to get it here in town through local health foods stores (fitness shops won't order it). None have been able to get it. I'll get the name and price for you later this week in case you can get a health store to order it.

Gopherhead

05-31-2006, 10:05 AM

Thanks, I'd appreciate the name. I was hoping you were getting it locally. That would be handy.

cmcole

05-31-2006, 12:16 PM

Ottawa

06-01-2006, 08:08 PM

Gopherhead,
The bulk Protein Powder is from "The Main Ingredient" health food stores and I listed the size wrong. It comes in a 10KG bag (22.2 lbs.) for $45.00, or $.50/pound. They order it in advance and you get it a week later but they do not ship. The Nutritonal Listing shows 25 Protein and O carbs/scoop. It is unflavored but tastes mildly like powdered milk and I have used it to make "milk" by adding water and a bit if cream.

Gopherhead

06-02-2006, 09:41 AM

Thanks, Ottawa. I appreciate the info.

Nat

cotedazur

06-11-2006, 05:37 PM

I really like Optimum Nutrition GOLD ..... www.allstarhealth.com (http://www.allstarhealth.com) I like the vanilla in Crystal Light orange flavors and Chocolate in Raspberry! YUM 24 grams of protein per serving.... 77 servings in 5+ lb jar for about $28.

Nancy

gator8me

06-13-2006, 07:46 AM

I use Optimum Nutritions Pro Complex and buy it online for half the price (and that even includes the shipping). I use it to make all kinds of concoctions and smoothies. :)
Ally

Carmen Sandiego

07-08-2006, 01:27 PM

Wow thanks for posting these different brands...I was beginning to get a little bored with the ones I have now, not to mention the ridiculous pricing of some I've found!

cmcole

07-09-2006, 07:27 AM

My favourite is when I can get them half price at the store where we shop, just because they are close to the "sell by" date (which doesn't really impact them).

BTW - Carmen - I remember when my family and I used to watch "Where in the World is Carmen Sandiego" on PBS. We really enjoyed it. Is that where your name is derived?

Carmen Sandiego

07-09-2006, 08:01 AM

BTW - Carmen - I remember when my family and I used to watch "Where in the World is Carmen Sandiego" on PBS. We really enjoyed it. Is that where your name is derived?

The loot...the warrant! :D

Why yes ma'am...that would be it!

bigdawg_SLC

07-19-2006, 04:50 PM

Carmen Sandiego

07-19-2006, 05:53 PM

I prefer the chocolate flavored whey that I pick up from costco. It has 28g protein and 4g of carbs per serving. Not bad odds. I usually start the day out with a double serving of protein powder mixed with a 1/2 cup milk and the rest water. So I end up with about 12g of carbs in the morning. I still stay <30g carbs and about 160g of protein. Every once in a while I give myself a serving of protein powder during the day too.
Thanks for posting this...I try to limit my Costco trips to once or twice a month...so I don't completely wreck my blood pressure with all those people and their oversized carts! :p But I had heard people mention them having some whey protein.

By any chance would you know what kind of sweetener they use?? Thanks!

bigdawg_SLC

07-21-2006, 02:04 PM

http://www.wellements.com/prorated.asp

http://www.wellements.com/sfacts.asp#Layer33

The top link is to the Brand of Whey that Costco sells....

The next one is their nutritional facts from the packaging. I hope that helps :)

Carmen Sandiego

07-26-2006, 03:53 PM

The next one is their nutritional facts from the packaging. I hope that helps :)

That sure does help!!! Thanks! I'm off to check it out tomorrow! :)

Newbirth

07-27-2006, 07:37 PM

I'm lazy. I use the prepackaged Atkins shakes as a quick way to get protein into me after I workout. I only use it on days I can make it to the gym.

Gaelen

07-27-2006, 09:08 PM

Hmmm...okay, I am coming a little late to this party, but last week I decided to go for it and try Nature's Best Isopure Low Carb Dutch Chocolate micro-ionized whey protein. It honest to goddess dissolves completely in cold water with nothing more than a few turns of a spoon, and even dissolved in only water it tastes very, very good.

Mixed in water, whey protein doesn't give me as much gas or nasal stuffiness issues as it can when it's whipped with kefir and ricotta. I'm in; it's a nice alternate to the GNC Protein 95 powder, although a LOT more expensive.

gitfiddle

07-29-2006, 07:37 PM

Just saw this--I don't know how I missed it. I use ON Gold Standard Natural 100% Whey for my shakes. I used to get it in a 5# jar from netrition.com, but I just found it at my local health food store at a lower cost! It has 5 carbs per serving.

Miclinks

08-01-2006, 04:15 PM

What do you mix it with for your shakes? I am just starting out and I am looking for ways to add protein.

Gaelen

08-01-2006, 04:44 PM

Miclinks, welcome in.
I usually mix protein powder with a combination of 4 oz. kefir (fermented milk thinner and with more protein than yogurt), a scoop of ricotta cheese, a splash (about an oz.) of half and half and about 6 oz. of ice-cold coffee.

However, I did test and have been using the Isopure chocolate protein powder mixed into nothing but ice-cold water for an extra protein hit now and then...and it tastes really good. Like a Yoo-hoo. ;)

bigdawg_SLC

08-02-2006, 01:08 AM

I just make it as suggested on the package. I've tried to add different things to the protein powder -- but I always -- ALWAYS go back to just protein powder and 1/2 milk and 1/2 water.

SherryJ

08-07-2006, 09:39 PM

Gaelen, I had Mr. Wonderful pick up a few Isopure RTD shakes... I don't know what I was expecting, but... not what I got! You know, RTD drinks have - in my mind - been somewhat thick, somewhat sludgey, somewhat sweet! NOT...

First of all, it came in a CLEAR BOTTLE... not a metal can! Secondly, it doesn't taste like a "shake"... I still don't know how to describe it, but am certainly more inclined to think the powder will mix into nothing but water with no challenges...

Thanks for opening my eyes! :eek:

:p

Sherry

lharmony

09-09-2006, 02:06 PM

I am new at this, need some help or info. I make the protein powder with heavy whipping cream to give it more body. Just water is nasty. Now the whipping cream container says that there are no carbs in it. Is this true or should I be counting something. Its like eggs one person states 1 gram an other none. I could use an idea on how to make it thick and creamer with out killing my carb intake. HELP :confused:
Lin

LisaS

09-09-2006, 02:12 PM

I think you can trust the whipping cream label. With the eggs, a large egg has about 0.6g CHO - so some call it zero, some one. Neither is going to throw you off that much.
I use Greek yogurt when I want creamy - about 1 carb/oz. I don't use but 1/4 C or so - just 2 g carbs (if they are even still there in fermented products).
Frozen fruit (berries) will thicken up a shake and make it a little slushier.

And different protein powder choices have different characteristics that make for different kinds of shakes - if it instant mixes in water with swirling or a spoon it probably isn't ALSO going to be thick and creamy.

Gaelen

09-09-2006, 02:16 PM

lharmony, welcome in!
I actually mix my protein powder with 4 oz. of kefir (like a thinner version of yogurt), 1/4 cup of ricotta cheese, 2 tablespoons of half and half and 4-6 oz. of ice-cold coffee, usually hazelnut. That makes a thick shake, but a spoon won't stand up in it--I never did like 'em that thick, anyway. If I want it thicker, I freeze the coffee into ice cubes. ;)

I don't use heavy cream much, because around here it's usually more expensive than half and half. I can get organic half and half from local dairys. Although the heavy cream package may say '0' for carbs, that's for a 1 tablespoon serving...and the serving for half and half, one ounce or 2 tablespoons (yep, twice as much) usually lists '1' carb per serving. It isn't that there aren't any carbs in heavy cream...it's just that labeling laws permit any amount under 1/2 a carb to be listed as zero. By keeping the 'serving' at 1 tablespoon, the package can say a serving is zero carbs...but I found that when I used heavy cream in my coffee, I still used nearly an ounce, or a full gram of carbs. :rolleyes: So for my tastebuds, pocketbook and shakes, I generally stick to the larger serving of half and half and count the single carb in an oz.

By the way, there are several shake recipes here (http://www.proteinpower.com/forum/showthread.php?t=55) that might give you some new combination and taste ideas. Enjoy!

lharmony

09-09-2006, 02:35 PM

I see what you mean. I now I should look at cost but I have wasted so much money on programs that don't work that a little more on something that seams to be doing the trick. I have been on so many programs that I really do not eat much any more. So the amount of food that I am eating to do this right boy it is a lot. Lin Thanks for the help

lharmony

09-09-2006, 02:53 PM

where do you look for kefir? Health Food store?

Gaelen

09-09-2006, 02:59 PM

Lharmony, I get Lifeway brand PLAIN kefir (be careful of the flavored varieties; although they taste great, most have sugar added...)

I can get Lifeway in the natural foods section of my local supermarkets (Wegmans and Price Chopper in the northeast US.) You can also often find it in Greek or Turkish markets, and in health food stores. If you can't find Lifeway, try looking for Helios brand...and in a pinch, drained plain yogurt or greek-style yogurt will also work. Happy hunting!

Kathy

09-09-2006, 05:11 PM

Wild Oats is my favorite. It's sweetened with Stevia. I like the Strawberry because it doesn't taste as fake as other brands.

sueo

09-18-2006, 03:51 PM

Hi, I'm new to this website, thought I'd horn in on this thread. I have several that I like and use on a regular basis. There are Internet vendors who sell samples of a variety of protein powders. I found that was a good way to try lots of kinds without committing to a big tub of the stuff.

My current favorite is Syntrax Fuzzy Navel. It is supposed to taste like peach & orange, but my tastebuds say orange. I mix 2 scoops with 12 oz Crystal Lite classic orange or Oceanspray Diet Orange drink. Each scoop has 23 g protein and 0 carbs. There are other Syntrax flavors, too. I wasn't thrilled with the Roadside Lemonade; the Very Berry Cherry was very, gaggy sweet; the bright blue one gave me flaming green poop the next day althought it tasted OK; haven't tried the tea flavor.

I've used the Isopure zero carb RTD bottles. My favorite is the blue raspberry. I think they are an acquired taste (well, what protein drinks aren't???). They have a funny aftertaste, kinda metalic to me, which I've gotten very used to. They sometimes also have stuff floating around in the bottle, looks like raw eggwhites. Expensive, too, but a good way to quickly get in 40 g protein. I watch the sales at my local health food store and have occasionally gotten cases at tremendously reduced prices.

I like the Matrix chocolate. I've heard people say that they use this for hot chocolate, but I've not dug far enough to find out exactly how they do this.

I've tried the IDS Belgian Chocolate and Vanilla Cinnamon flavors. The Vanilla Cinnamon makes vanilla tolerable for me (I'm a chocolate lover).

I like the Stallone protein puddings. I've used chocolate, banana, lemon; haven't tried the vanilla.

AchieveOne makes coffee flavored protein drinks. There is a mocha, hazelnut and regular flavors. I'm not a coffee lover and was prepared to hate these. I was very surprised how good they were. Again, being the chocolate nut, my favorite of these is the mocha.

Unjury is another one that is pretty good. I've used the chocolate and vanilla. I know a lot of folks who put the plain into many cooked dishes. I don't think it is sold in any stores, just through their website.

Many years ago I purchased a Protein Power powder that I really liked. It sorta disappeared from the market.

hope this helps some,

momuvfour

09-19-2006, 12:31 PM

My favorite is Juice plus, and then I add Gen Soy Protein powder to it. Because if I used a full scoop of the Juice Plus it would be 11 carbs, so one tablespoon is approximately 3.5 which is more manageable, and the other protein powder has maybe 0.5 grams per scoop. But I like the Juice Plus because it gives me a little of the nutrients I'd get with the entire scoop, but it is more manageable.:confused: :confused: :confused: :confused: :confused: :confused:

trainr

10-28-2006, 07:44 PM

So what kind of protein powder is the best, and by that I mean that doesn't have a really strong flavor of its ownMy favorite protein is the self-designed stuff you can get from www.proteinfactory.com (http://www.proteinfactory.com). If you click on The Lab you can create pretty much any kind of protein mix you want.

My personal fave is 50/50 egg white/whole egg, stevia for sweetener, and banana flavor.
, so it mixes well with say sugar free lemonade or orange soda, or even diet coke with rum extract (Cuba Libra anyone!)?Diet coke and rum extract? Where's that on the diet? (must be a new one) :-)

joanneb608

11-02-2006, 09:58 AM

deirdra

11-11-2006, 04:42 PM

I like Whey Factor double chocolate & french vanilla flavours. It is sweetened with stevia and I can even stir it into hot coffee or tea without it clumping. If I want it thicker, I add 1-4 Tbsp of heavy cream which DOES contain carbs, 0.6-1.0g per Tbsp (it is legal to round anything less than 1.0 down to "0" on nutrition labels); I count them because I am very sensitive to carbs.

Gaelen

11-11-2006, 08:01 PM

Diet coke and rum extract? Where's that on the diet? (must be a new one) :-)

That's just one of the beauties of Protein Power, Trainr...nothing is forbidden. So if you absolutely positively can't live without Diet Coke (or rum extract, or Cuba Libras) you can adjust your menus/ECC per meal to fit them in. ;) The Eadeses don't specific which or what type of carbs you must choose from--only that you should stay under 10g ECC per meal or 40g ECC per day.

Gaelen

11-11-2006, 08:07 PM

Hello to all,

I have a question about Whey Gourmet and other powders. I see in the ingredients in Whey Gourmet Dreamy Chocolate that there is something pertaining to "wheat", a derivative or something. I'm wondering if there is actual wheat in Whey Gourmet and if so will this contribute to the "leaky gut" situation in some of us?:confused:

JoanneB, I just took a look at the ingredients list for Whey Gourmet in general here (http://www.wheygourmet.com/) in the Product Info section; couldn't get Creamy Dreamy Chocolate link to open but the general ingredient list doesn't seem to include anything even remotely pertaining to wheat. What are you seeing that you think is wheat-derived?

cmcole

11-12-2006, 05:31 AM

Maybe this is what she is seeing (from a different site). Obviously, one or the other is a re-formulation:

Ingredients:
ISOPLETE Pre-Blend (Whey Protein Isolate Blend [CFM and 95%], Whey Peptide Protein Concentrates, Hydrolyzed Whey Protein Concentrate and Lactoferrin [from whey], GLUTAPURE Glutamine Pre-Blend (partially hydrolysed wheat protein and calcium alpha-ketoglutarate), Natural and Artificial Flavours, NITRIPLETE Pre-Blend (Carboxymethyl Cellulose [fibre], 22% Phosphatidyl Choline [from soya lecithin], guar gum, Inositol, GLUCOSOL [double-patented 1% corosolic acid from banaba {Lagerstroemia Speciosa L.}], Glycosidal Furansterols [from tribulus terrestris], N-Acetyl Cysteine, Grape Seed Extract and Aminogen0, Modified Corn Starch, Caramel Colour, Sodium Chloride, Acesulfame Potassium, Sucralose, Stevia, Potassium Chloride, Ascorbic Acid, Bromelain.

Gaelen

11-12-2006, 07:37 AM

Hmm...maybe partially hydrolyzed wheat protein comes in from the individual flavoring used in one variety. I suppose if you were incredibly allergic to wheat and needed to avoid it at all costs, it might be an issue to use a chocolate protein powder that utilized this particular blend because it also derives something from wheat protein...
but I'd think for the average person, there would be more issue with some of the other junk that appears on this ingredient list. If you're going to use a whey protein powder, try to stick to one that's as close as possible to 100% micro-ionized (instantized) whey protein isolate (such as the brand Isopure). The fewer things you can't pronounce that you use as your protein source, the better IMO...YMMV.

deirdra

11-12-2006, 05:48 PM

Partially hydrolysed wheat protein is on the forbidden list for celiacs.

joanneb608

11-12-2006, 08:10 PM

Thank you all, yes, that is the ingredient I was wondering about. It sure tastes good though. :( I don't think I'm gluten intolerant, just was curious about it.:)

trigger

11-16-2006, 02:33 PM

Do you drink a protein shake every day?

gator8me

11-16-2006, 03:39 PM

Trigger -
You can but you don't have to. It just depends on each person individually. For some who are on the go it is an easy way to get enough protein in the day or an easy way to get a meal on the go if need be.
Ally

LisaS

11-16-2006, 03:56 PM

For me, I like protein drinks for breakfast as it is easier for me to get up and out in the morning when that is my meal (and I know the ECC & PRO are right on) rather than cooking something or even leftovers. I also use breakfast to get my berries in for the day.

If I notice that I'm coming up short on protein for the day, I'll add one "with" dinner or after workout as well. It's easier than making up tuna salad or something just to "get it in".

but as Ally said - YMMV - use or don't use as it works for you. Certainly not required in any manner.

cmcole

11-17-2006, 04:40 AM

Just bought a new type to try.
The site also has a protein calculator

http://www.muscletech.com/CALCULATORS/PROTEIN/Protein_Calculator.shtml

glendak

11-22-2006, 04:49 PM

I was wondering if anyone knew whether GFR LeanFit Whey Protein powder is a good one to use? It only has 1 g of carbs per 20 g serving (16 g of protein). It is sweetened with sucralose and mixes really well in a smoothie.
Thanks
glenda

LisaS

11-22-2006, 04:56 PM

do you have a link that shows the nutritional info / ingredients list?

glendak

11-22-2006, 05:24 PM

Hi Lisa
The link is www.gfrhealth.com (http://www.gfrhealth.com) and I use the natural vanilla flavour. I buy it at Costco. I'm not that knowledgable about protein powders....thanks for any help.
glenda:paranoid:

lcluts

11-30-2006, 04:59 PM

I just started this and just joined the board but what I am using is NITRO-GEN Extreme, Delicious Chocolate from Extreme Labs. www.extremelabs.net (http://www.extremelabs.net)

It's killer! 2 1/2 scoops =60g protein & 5g carbs
I mix it with water room temp or cold. I can't believe the taste. I paid @29.99 for a 3.3lb tub.

I bought mine at a store I have not checked out the product website yet.

Anyway, Happy Holidays All!

cmcole

12-01-2006, 05:52 AM

Glenda - the one you linked to seems fine - obviously, if you hate it, you won't use it, so you have to get one that you like.

tammay

12-02-2006, 05:34 PM

At present, Designer Whey.
Previously, IsoPro, but GNC doesn't seem to carry it any longer, and have switched nearly exclusively to their own brand (seem to have an awful lot of weight loss products on the shelf, now, and even the clerks say they likely won't work).

I usually stick with vanilla, but have ended up with chocolate on occasion, by mistake (didn't read the label clearly, and they all looked the same).

Found a different store, and the one I just got was a huge bottle for half price. Would like to find straight, no-frills whey powder, especially for baking, but haven't yet. This is definitely not a low carb friendly town

I'm also currently using Isopure (got it online for cheaper than GMC sells it) but I'm actually looking around. I'm very picky about the taste and texture of protein powders. I like something that doesn't have a "wheyish" aftertaste, that completely disappears in shakes. I'm still getting a bit of the aftertaste with Isopure. So does anyone know of a protein powder (either neutral or Vanilla) that won't have aftertaste like that and will provide a bit of thickness in my shakes?

Tam

cmcole

12-03-2006, 06:36 AM

I really think it's personal. Some vanilla protein powders taste different than others; some seem almost sweet. I don't think you can go by my taste buds or anyone else's. Guess that's why there's so many variations/varieties (other than marketing).

Even the flavoured ones have so many differences.

jjohn1

12-05-2006, 03:45 PM

I only know Herbalife Shakes.... What other things can you do with Protein Powders? Some people have made comments on baking and cooking????:confused: . Who would have thunk it!!!;) What are some suggestions for these powders other than shakes? I'm all shaked out, but would love to use some of this, maybe, with some Carbquik to mellow out THAT taste!

Thanks in advance for your time.

Julie,
Boise, Idaho

cmcole

12-06-2006, 06:06 AM

If you've ever read Dana Carpender's books or website (hold the toast), you'll see her favourite protein powder for baking is Designer Whey Vanilla. However, I've used many vanilla products, mostly as a flour substitute, or in addition to a baking mix (say, Atkins, because I can't get Carbquick or Carbolose or whatever), not only to extend the aforementioned item, but to add a different flavour.

I use protein powder at breakfast mixed with eggs, a little cream and ground flax. Either microwave or cook in pan (sometimes even an egg poacher with the cups). Makes like a pancake when in the pan; a muffin when in the egg poacher and a quick bread or hot cereal (depending on how long you cook it) in the microwave.

That's just one way I use it.

jjohn1

12-06-2006, 11:09 AM

I can use Designer Whey Vanilla powder as a flour substitute? Cup for Cup? In any recipe?

deirdra

12-06-2006, 06:45 PM

Not in "any recipe", but it works well in things like bowl muffins or pancakes that have baking powder in them. In fluffier baked goods you might want to substitute it for only half of the flour.

cmcole

12-07-2006, 05:39 AM

http://www.holdthetoast.com/

Anyway, she doesn't have as many recipes on her site anymore, because she has them published in books. I'll have to look in the one I have and see what she uses for proportions, because I don't remember off-hand.

Here's one from another site just to get you going:

http://forum.lowcarber.org/showthread.php?t=217797 (list of all sweet recipes - but not all contain protein powder)

http://forum.lowcarber.org/showthread.php?t=209178

Best Ever Brownies
these are dense moist and a bit cake like but yet very very very good brownies as good as any regular I ahve ever had

1 cup finely ground hazelnuts
1/2 cup vanilla flavored whey protein powder
3 tabs unsweetned cocoa powder
1 tsp baking soda
1 cup splenda
1/2 tsp salt
5 tbs oil ( I use coconut oil but whatever will work)
1 tbs cider vinegar
1 cup (cold) water

1 preheat oven 350

2 in a bowl combine hazelnuts protein powder cocoa baking soda splenda and salt stir them together till completely mixed ( no lumps of baking soda)

3 spray 9x9 dish with cooking spray place combined ingredients in it make two holes in the mixture opur oil into one vinegar into the other and water over the whole thing mix with fork until well combined

4 Bake for 30 -40 mins

makes 9 -1 0 servings 7g carbs 1 gram fiber and 12 grams of protein!

And another:

http://forum.lowcarber.org/showthread.php?t=74525 Sugar Cookies
http://forum.lowcarber.org/showthread.php?t=214375 more Sugar Cookies

Always

12-27-2006, 12:33 PM

Grandma Moe

01-02-2007, 11:38 AM

I like Sci-fit whey protein powder. I just think it tastes the best of the many I've tried.

Tara30

01-23-2007, 01:16 PM

WHEY GOURMET!! It is truly very good, from someone who kinda gets grossed out just thinking about "protein shakes". Now I happily buy it for $30, and cannot do without. I have tried Creamy Dreamy Milk Chocolate (quite good- and you get a chocolate hit) and Vanilla Ice Cream Royale (quite good, too. No chemical taste like many pseudo-vanilla drinks. Only drawback is its a little too sweet maybe becasue it does taste like melted ice cream) Strawberry banana- it was okay, but I don't like strawberry milkshakes. Frankly I don't know why I tried it? I guess I was hoping it would be more like a Julius.
I heard PB Chocoalte is really good, and cappuccino, and caramel dip. They have to be specially ordered online, you can't get them around here, so I haven't tried them yet. I heard the blueberry one's the worst.

I also tried syntrax nectar and hated it, despite the glowing reviews.

maxlharris

02-26-2007, 08:40 AM

A side note here:

Men's Health reports:

A Better Whey to Bulk Up.

A blend of two types of protein builds more muscle than just one. In a recnt study, researchers at Baylor University asked men to lift weights, then down either a whey protein shake or a beverage containing both whey and casein protein (the other protein in milk). After 10 weeks, those who had the combo drink packed on about 5 lbs more muscle than those who had only whey. Call it a dual-action effect. Whey is absorbed quickly, so it feeds your muscles immediately; casein is more slowly digested, allowing it to provide muscle-building nutrients for a longer period of time, says study author Chad Kerksick, Ph.D.

Now, if your goal in drinking protein shakes is to provide fuel to build your Lean Body Mass, it would seem that a shake with casein or another slower acting protein might be better than a 100% whey one. In the study, as far as I can read it, they went with 40g whey + 8 g of casein. That's a 5:1, or 83% whey shake.

Now, to find it.

Missy

02-26-2007, 09:06 AM

A side note here:

Men's Health reports:

Now, if your goal in drinking protein shakes is to provide fuel to build your Lean Body Mass, it would seem that a shake with casein or another slower acting protein might be better than a 100% whey one. In the study, as far as I can read it, they went with 40g whey + 8 g of casein. That's a 5:1, or 83% whey shake.

Now, to find it.

Would then...I suppose so...mixing Egg Protein with a scoop of my Chocolate Whey Protein would be a good idea then?! I'll have to look for casein??

maxlharris

02-26-2007, 10:25 AM

Would then...I suppose so...mixing Egg Protein with a scoop of my Chocolate Whey Protein would be a good idea then?! I'll have to look for casein??

As I understand it, casein is one of the two proteins found in milk. It forms the skin of the fat particles or something. And it's a slow protein. Takes a while to digest.

I cannot say whether egg protein is fast or slow. I do not know.

For me, the finding is interesting, because of all the marketing and technomancy that goes into answering the question of "Who's got the purest whey?" You can see it in brand names, like ISOPure.

Any rate, I found a couple that offer whey + casein protein. I costed one of them out to about $.47/shake, with 25g/shake. So, if I go 1.5 scoops, I get something like 37 for <$.75, which is better than the $2 I am currently spending on 35G protein RTD.

My RTD is a Milk Protein Concentrate with Calcium Caseinate. I am assuming that since they don't discuss whey, it's probably whey/casein in the same proportion as milk, but I couldn't say anything on that with any certainty.

Again, make sure your purchases are in line with your goals. If you are not seeking to build mass as much, what you are using is probably fine.

tripp

03-05-2007, 08:23 AM

just out of curiosity, what is the typical cholesterol content of most Whey Protein mixes?

my friend uses one with I think 65mg per a heaping scoop. That seems high to me...but i think it is a muscle building one

maxlharris

03-05-2007, 07:10 PM

hi Tripp,

Not sure what is typical, but this is easily researched. But, since dietary cholesterol does not equal serum (blood) cholesterol, why worry? I don't.

tripp

03-07-2007, 12:30 AM

so it would be ok for using this type pf protein for cooking? It is unflavored.

it's the kind sold at wal-mart...

I have yet to take the plunge into the PP program but I am still reading the books. I am starting to do alot of cooking using the Eades Low Carb Cookworx Cookbook.

maxlharris

03-08-2007, 07:27 AM

I don't see why not.

Just for giggles, I looked at my powder, and it has 5mg cholesterol in 2 scoops. I dunno if this is low or yours is high, but mine is whey (and stuff). If you're interested, find the biggest health junk store around (like Vitamin Shoppe) and browse labels. You could ask for help, but I now have a giant can of stuff that doesn't have quite what I was looking for (whey/casein blend). Should have called the guy on it right there. But, I don't know that I need the optimum yet. I think the whey will work fine.

If you are interested in matters cholesterol, read the chapter in Protein Power Life Plan on the subject. My doc isn't interested, but he likes my results, despite eating a ton of cholesterol.

The Munster

09-11-2007, 11:09 PM

ProComplex by Optimum Nutrition

Ultimate Muscle Protein by Beverly International

Muscle Provider by Beverly International

Whatever I feel like having combined, custom, at Trueprotein.com.

tammay

09-30-2007, 09:30 PM

Great thread - it's nice to see what other people use in terms of protein powder. I recently have gone back to protein shakes in the morning to give me energy and peace of mind after months of eating just fruit until lunchtime (was not on PP or any other LC-type plan but I am now).

I'm VERY picky about flavor and have done a lot of testing of powders for one that has thickness, creaminess, and not a "protein" aftertaste. The best one I've found so far is Nature's Plus Energy protein powder. This one is unsweetened and unflavored so it blends well with anything (cocoa powder, decaf coffee, fruit or juice, etc.) It gives a nice thick and creamy consistency (and I always add a tsp of psyllium husk powder to give it an added fiber boost and thickness). It does tend to make a pretty thick shake so I find I need to add sometimes twice the water I usually add, but it's very flavorless and blends right into whatever I put in it.

I believe it's soy protein based rather than whey, so it may not be for those who have problems with soy.

Also, there are several varieties out there and it's tough sometimes to find the right one. The one I use is 70 calories for 1 scoop, 2 carbs net, and 16 grams of protein. I just bought one I thought was the same and found out it had 16 grams of sugar in it!!!

Tam

maxlharris

10-01-2007, 09:13 AM

Also, there are several varieties out there and it's tough sometimes to find the right one. The one I use is 70 calories for 1 scoop, 2 carbs net, and 16 grams of protein. I just bought one I thought was the same and found out it had 16 grams of sugar in it!!!

Tam

Not a big fan of soy protein. I dunno about the health risks/benefits (other than the benefits are dubious, and the risks to some are pretty bad), but in terms of powder, as with everything else, you need to match it to your goals. If 16g of protein isn't gonna get er done (wouldn't for me, 120/5 = 24g protein minimum), you'd need to reevaluate. For me, I like a mix of slow and fast proteins, generally in the form of whey (fast) and casein (slow). But my purpose in shake-ville is to have a before and after workout meal to provide for maximum muscle growth. Not everyone's goal, I know, but mine. 16g of soy wouldn't cut it.

I have also found, that despite being like a super taster, if I manage to gag it down a few times, the taste doesn't bother me anymore. Ditto texture.

Last thing: I wouldn't add fiber to my shake after reading Dr. Mike Eades on the fiber topic.

CathyW

12-30-2007, 10:14 PM

belleadonna

12-31-2007, 06:10 AM

You might be able to try a hemp protein powder. I think that it has 14 grams of carb in it but it also has 14 grams of fiber!! I have never tried it but some people rave about it. I myself use Spirutein (soy based) and it is delicious but it has about 11 grams of carb and 1 gram of fiber. That may be too much for some people but I often use it in place of breakfast.

I am thinking of trying a whey based protein too. They say that it is good to pick it up once in awhile so that you don't develop a food allergy from using the same product over and over. That Jay Robb powder that someone mentioned sounds like a real good product. I may try it.

The Munster

12-31-2007, 08:06 AM

I had my IgG4 food allergies done and my dairy and casein came back extreme. SO my question would be "Do I stay away from the protein mixes?" My soy came back fine and I know their are soy protein powders.
I had a doctor tell me that the "whey" powders did not affect people with dairy allergies, have you heard that?
I like to drink these for a quick breakfast but didn't want to mess up my system anymore than it is.
Thanks
Cathy

I don't have any food allergies so I can't speak from experience, but I have also heard/read that whey, and egg white too, would be good for those who are allergic to diary. Furthermore, a quality protein powder that contains milk based protein (milk protein concentrate, micellar casein) should be fine also since all the lactose is removed (for most people that are allergic to diary, lactose is the culprit).

Matt

LisaS

12-31-2007, 11:33 AM

I'd refine this to say that if you have a lactose intolerance you can probably deal with dairy based powders because there is no lactose there. If you are truly allergic to dairy, then it is to some protein in dairy not to the lactose (milk sugar). In that case, your allergy testing should identify if you are allergic to whey or to casein. If it is that you are sensitive to primarily casein, you might do OK with whey.

pelhamga

01-04-2008, 10:09 AM

I like GNC pro performance 100 %whey
It's vanilla,and I use it for baking and shakes
3 lbs was less 30$
sadly,other flavors were not good.

Peachy

01-04-2008, 12:05 PM

I had no idea that you could get protein powder at Costco. Thanks for the great tip.

Ananya

04-30-2008, 02:43 PM

I recently discovered Lean Dessert Proteins by BSN. They have six flavors but I have only tried Whipped Vanilla, Fresh Cinnamon Roll, and Banana Nut Bread ... mixes easily with water in a shaker jar and tastes fabulous. Each scoop is 130 calories, 3g fat, 7g carbs, 1g fiber and 20g protein.

Not as low carb as others I have used but the taste is wonderful so I just plan for it. The company offers sample packs on their website for trial purposes.

bigdawg_SLC

04-30-2008, 11:04 PM

I just buy the chocolate flavored protein (EAS) from Costco. It 27g Protein, 3g Carbs ... I usually make me a triple protein shake daily about an hour after my morning workout.

I also found that Costco is selling a premixed shake that has 30g P to 2g Carbs...If I'm lazy and don't want to blend ... I just drink 2 of those an hour after my morning workout.

caroline

05-28-2008, 08:35 PM

Does anyone know a protein powder that meets Dr. Eades suggestion--he mentioned that it's best to get the whey un-denatured, a whey that is not a byproduct of cheese, but made specially. I'm not sure I'm describing it properly, but...

also, not to get off topic, I notice that Gaelen (hope I spelled right) you said you put coffee in yours. Can we do coffee even though it raises blood sugar? I know that Michael mentioned that it was lypolytic (spelling?)-meaning that it balanced out the blood-sugar issue. Is it better for us or not--as soon as you metnioned it, I thought, yummy, coffee shake.

P.S. I am a brand new member and so very excited to be here. You are all so positive; it's wonderful.:

BryanM

06-01-2008, 12:34 AM

NSI Whey Iso Protein Isolate Vanilla sold at Vitacost.com is pretty good. They were out of it, but they have it back in stock now. It is a good value and it has 50g of protein with 1g of carbs. It's really good when mixed with some low carb milk.

petra65

06-01-2008, 06:55 PM

I have tried a few. My latest is Isopure which has a very low carb count. My dutch chocolate flavor has 50 g protein and 1 gram ECC per serving. I believe the vanilla and strawberry flavors have 0 ECC per serving. I have also tried Designer Whey and Optimum Nutrition. I have found both of those to also be very tasty and the carb counts to be reasonable.

Rhyme'n Reason

06-01-2008, 07:56 PM

Caroline--

I think for most of us, coffee is no issue. As a matter of fact, I consider it a food group. :)

If it creates a problem for you, then reduce it. If not, enjoy!

petra65

06-02-2008, 08:04 PM

Ruth-I'm with you. Coffee is a food group but I limit myself to one latte in the morning.

Ananya

06-11-2008, 07:30 AM

Caroline--

I think for most of us, coffee is no issue. As a matter of fact, I consider it a food group. :)

If it creates a problem for you, then reduce it. If not, enjoy!

I agree with Caroline ... coffee does not raise my blood sugar so I freely enjoy; however, I do grind my beans with half regular and half decaf just to keep my caffeine levels to a reasonable amount.

AliB

06-25-2008, 12:57 PM

I like Jay Robb Protein Powder (http://www.jayrobb.com)the best so far. It's from cows not treated with *rBGH and is sweetened with Stevia. It has no casein, gluten, added MSG or fructose, aspartame, ace K, sucralose, artificial flavors or sweeteners or colors. The chocolate has cross-flow microfiltered whey protein concentrate, hydrolyzed whey protein, ion exchange whey protein, stevia and natural flavor in it (3.5 carbs/scoop) He also has vanilla and strawberry.
I haven't posted here in nearly forever, but wanted to give another thumbs up for this product. I've been mixing it with the Silk soy milk in the green carton (unsweetened) which has either 3 or 4 ECC's per cup. Usually I'll use 1-1/2 scoops of the powder and a cup to 12 oz. of the milk, depending on whatever decides those things in the morning on the way out the door, so max of 8 ECC's! When I make the bigger shake, it keeps me satiated until very close to lunchtime. I've never had a shake product do that before.

http://www.jayrobb.com/cat_proteinWheyChoc12.asp
is what I've used.

cosmo44

07-09-2008, 07:50 PM

I workout frequently at the gym and am starting to see results, but I have not gained significant weight. I am interested in Whey Protein since I've heard it helps in the muscle recovery process, thus giving you more muscle mass faster.
I have gone through the past posts and realized some are a couple years old. I do not want to invest too much money in Whey Protein, but at the same time need something that is sufficient and efficient with the most bang for your buck. Is there any supplement I can get at Wal-Mart with the

TejanaCJ

07-09-2008, 10:34 PM

Jay Robb Whey...love the stuff... I buy the vanilla and add raw cocoa powder with coconut milk.

For one scoop, it is 110 calories, 0 fat (so you can add the good stuff), 1 gm carbohydrate, and 25 gm of protein. Sweetened with stevia.

From his website you can order the individual packets to try out the flavors, but Whole Foods does carry the packets in the store, at least here in San Antonio at Sun Harvest Farms.

I ordered the individual packets and sent to two of my friends and they both liked the Dreamsickle flavor, and now they are ordering it for themselves.

Good luck in finding the best for you.