Whey protein has a reputation as one of the safest supplements on the market. And honestly, that reputation is mostly deserved. Compared to pre-workouts with 400mg of caffeine or fat burners loaded with yohimbine, whey protein is almost boring in how low-risk it is. But “mostly safe” does not mean “zero side effects.” Every year, … Read more
Ask ten people how much protein you should eat per day, and you will get ten different answers. The FDA says 50 grams. Your doctor says 0.36 grams per pound. The guy at the gym says 1 gram per pound. Some biohacker on Twitter says 1.5 grams per pound. Which one is right? Here is … Read more
Walk into any supplement store in America and you will see three different types of whey protein: concentrate, isolate, and hydrolysate. The prices range from $30 for concentrate to $80 for hydrolysate, all promising to build muscle and speed recovery. Which one is actually worth your money? Supplement companies have spent decades convincing you that … Read more
Whey protein is the most popular sports supplement in America, and for good reason. It is cheap per gram of protein, absorbs fast, tastes good, and actually works. If there is one supplement that lives up to its marketing, whey protein is it. But walking into any GNC, Vitamin Shoppe, or Walmart supplement aisle, you … Read more
