Effect of Whey Protein

Effect of Whey Protein

  February 11, 2018    Unknown

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Effect of Whey Protein

Muscle mass naturally declines with age. This usually leads to fat gain and raises the risk of many chronic diseases. However, this adverse change in body composition can be partly slowed, prevented, or reversed with a combination of strength training and adequate diet.Strength training coupled with the consumption of high protein food or protein supplements has been shown to be an effective preventive strategy.  For muscle growth, whey protein has been shown to be slightly better compared to other types of protein, such as casein or soy However, unless your diet is already lacking in protein, supplements probably won't make a big difference.

• Particularly effective are high-quality protein sources, such as whey, which is rich in a branched-chain amino acid called leucine.Leucine is the most growth-promoting (anabolic) of the amino acids.For this reason, whey protein is effective for the prevention of age-related muscle loss, as well as for improved strength and a better-looking body.

• Eating plenty of protein is a very effective way to lose weight, and some studies show that whey protein may have even greater effects than other types of protein.

• whey protein is very satiating (filling), even more so than other types of protein. This makes it a useful addition to a weight loss diet.

• Long-term, high-dose whey protein supplementation may lower cholesterol levels. The evidence is very limited at this point.

• Whey protein supplementation may strengthen the body's antioxidant defenses by promoting the formation of glutathione, one of the body's main antioxidants.

• High doses of whey protein have been shown to reduce blood levels of C-reactive protein, indicating that it can help reduce inflammation.