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   catgal63
   Member

   Hi Pamela! I have just started using the Designer Whey Protein occasionally in smoothies as a snack. A few of the girls @ work have started using egg protein powder and say it is better, has zero calories and that I should use it instead of the whey protein. They told me whey protein is good if I want to bulk up. I want to lose weight (fat), gain muscle. Is there a difference? I have never heard of egg protein powder so need to do some research but wanted your opinion. I have about 45 pounds to lose but need to stay motivated and ON COURSE. I seem to be starting, getting off track & re-starting over & over and therefore have been at a weight loss standstill for months! Any suggestions?

   Posted 1 year ago #
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   Pamela
   Administrator

   Hello! This is a great question!
   There is a difference between the two proteins, just not the ones your co-workers suggested. :)
   Whey protein is a fast digesting protein that comes from milk (the other protein in milk is casein). Since it is a fast digesting protein it is the protein of choice for many, including myself, for post workout snacks. After a workout your body is ready and in need of nutrients to begin the recovery process. Whey helps with that by absorbing quicky and being rich in branch chain amino acids, another recovery and musle building tool. Whey will not "cause" you to bulk up, but it will support the growth and repair of muscle. I drink it every day and have yet to approach anything near bulky. :)
   Egg protein comes from, of course, eggs. It digests at a moderate rate, slower than whey but faster than casein. While not an ideal post workout choice, it can be great in a snack or pre bedtime meal to help keep you feeling fuller longer. Since it is a protein is does contain calories. By definition one gram of protein has 4 calories. So check out their container and multiple the grams of protein by 4. That's the calories the are really ingesting. If whatever they are using truly has no calories, then they aren't getting any protein either.
   Both proteins can be useful in a healthy and fit diet. Busting your plateau can often be a matter of changing up your workouts and getting serious about nutrition. If you aren't already, start keeping a food journal. It can really be eye opening when you start to document everything you put in your body in a day. As far as motivation (and committment) that is up to you. Think about why you want to lose 45 lbs. What does that mean to you? What difference will it make in your life? Use that as your compass in making daily decisions on sticking to your fitness plan.

   Posted 1 year ago #

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