Whey is one of the richest sources of BCAAs, which include the three amino acids leucine, isoleucine and valine. These bad boys have been shown to be absolutely critical for muscle growth, and even for energy during workouts. Whey protein also contains biologically active protein microfractions such as alpha-lactalbumin, beta-lactoglobulin, glycomacropeptides, immunoglobulins, lactoferrin, lactoperoxidase and various growth factors. These provide antioxidant benefits, boost immune function and enhance muscle recovery and growth.

But probably the most critical factor that puts whey protein miles ahead of other forms of protein is digestion rate. Whey digests very rapidly. In fewer than 30 minutes it can fast-track a good portion of its aminos to your muscles, and that rapid delivery of amino acids to muscle cells has been shown to be important for pushing muscle growth.

When you buy a protein powder your intention is to buy protein, not carbs and not fat. Carbs and fat are easy to get in your diet, so when you’re laying down your hard-earned cash for a jug of protein, you want it to have as much protein in it as possible. A quick glance at the Supplement Facts panel will let you know how many carbs and how much fat are in the product.

But you’re not done yet. Keep scanning down the label until you get to the ingredients list. The information contained here is the key to knowing whether a protein powder is really amazing or just simply passable.

Taste: Factors considered in this category are how well the product mimics its flavor, chemical or other after tastes, and balance of sweetness.

Mixability: This is the product's ability to mix and dissolve thoroughly with consideration given to clumps, foam, and stickiness.

Texture: Products will be judged here based on the nature of the product, whether it is supposed to be like juice or like a shake; thick and creamy or watery and thin. Also considered in this section are graininess as well as clumps and foam if applicable.

Profile: This refers to the protein profile of the product. It will be based on current preference for whey protein where WPI is better than WPC and cross-flow micro- filtration is better than ion filtration. Additional supplements added to the mix may be considered in this section depending on context but cannot make up for a bad protein blend.

Overall: This is the sum of all the previous factors. Also included will be specific product highlights as well as drawbacks and my own personal thoughts on the product. The thoughts section is for factors that may be considered when purchasing a product (such as price) but were not part of the rating. If applicable, I will also make note of any other flavors that a particular brand offers.

• Whey Protein Isolates: Primary Source
• 5.5 Grams of Naturally Occurring BCAAs
• 4 Grams of Naturally Occurring Glutamine and Glutamic Acid
• Instantized to Mix Easily Using Just a Glass & Spoon
• Over 20 Different Flavors to Choose From and easy mixing

The sports nutrition industry’s best-selling whey protein powder represents the gold standard of protein quality. Whey protein isolates are the purest form of whey and the main ingredient in Gold Standard 100% Whey™. Each serving provides 24 grams of rapidly digesting whey protein with low levels of fat, cholesterol, lactose and other stuff you can do without making Gold Standard 100% Whey™ the standard all other proteins are measured against.

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NOW Whey Protein Isolate is a high quality protein supplement that is both bioavailable and easily digested. Whey protein contains a high concentration of Branched Chain Amino Acids (BCAA's), which are important for efficient muscle metabolism. These qualities make NOW Whey Protein Isolate an ideal supplement for active individuals. Whey protein is considered to have the highest Biological Value of any protein source - superior in essential amino acid content to beef, milk, casein or soy. It is is one of my personal favorites.

• Mixes Instantly
• Cross-Flow Microfiltered
• High in Branch Chain Amino Acids
• All Natural - No Aspartame

• 18g Protein
• Only 100 delicious calories
• Added B-Vitamins to help covert protein into useable energy*
• Added Glutamine, the most abundant amino acid found in muscle
• Added Calcium, Zinc, Magnesium, Taurine, and Leucine

DESIGNER WHEY has been suggested to help hard training athletes reduce body fat when combined with a diet and resistance training program. And with added magnesium, zinc, and B-vitamins has been surmised to help increase lifting power and strength.* Whey protein has been surmised to help spare lean muscle during dieting and exercise. 

DESIGNER WHEY is enhanced with added dairy calcium. Studies have suggested that by adding dairy calcium and whey protein to your diet, men and women can lose weight with diet and exercise by decreasing their carbohydrate intake. 

Mix up a scoop to help halt hunger. A scoop of DESIGNER WHEY contains protein peptides, which are shown to stimulate hunger-controlling components.

It with added B-vitamins aids in protein metabolism and is quickly digested.* Efficient recovery and muscle repair is dependent upon whey's rapid digestion and delivery of amino acids to key depletion sites in the body, mainly muscle.

• 100 percent whey protein isolate
• Microfraction selection technology
• No carbohydrates, sugar, fat or aspartame
• Zero fat promoting high glycemic index maltodextrins

For the price, I would rather get one of the fruit juice protein powders. Sure,VPX Zero Carb Protein is a quality powder with added things like glutamine peptides and arginine (in small amounts), but it just doesn't justify the price.

Many of the most successful weight loss programs have been based on low carbohydrate/high protein diets. Protein is unquestionably the single most important nutrient for dramatically redefining and improving your physique, and SRO™ Zero Carb® Protein is the highest quality fat and carbohydrate-free protein supplement available. Do what many of the greatest professional athletes, bodybuilders and movie stars have done and make VPX® an integral part of your supplementation program today!

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Elite 100% Whey Protein is a fast absorbing whey protein formulated to help you build muscle and recover faster. Each scoop of Elite 100% Whey Protein contains 25 grams of premium whey protein at an exceptional value. This unique formula also contains rich amounts of Protein, BCAAs, and Glutamine in a variety of delicious flavors you will crave.

Elite 100% Whey Protein contains the highest quality whey protein available and is processed utilizing cross-flow micro filtration. This superior filtration process retains the vital protein fractions that can be lost throughout normal filtration. Elite 100% Whey Protein also contains Glutamine and L-Leucine to maximize muscle protein synthesis and muscle recovery after intense workouts. This is a protein formulated to work just as hard as you do!

• 25g of 100% Whey Protein
• Fast Absorbing
• 5.5g of BCAAs
• 2.7g L-Leucine
• 4g Glutamine
• Ideal before and after workouts
• Mouth-Watering flavors that mix easily

Protein is probably the most important part of an athlete's supplementation and there is no reason aside from simple luxury to shell out more money than is necessary.

Find a good econo-whey like 100% Whey Protein, Elite Whey, Pure Whey Protein Stack, and Complete Whey and use it to help get approximately 1 gram of protein per pound of body weight.

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