Protein Power

Ok we have the training tools to exercise ( videos/text) and now comes some extra info to take advantage of. A protein shake within an hour before working out and by 20 mins after exercise has been proven to work best and not just for the guys but also you gals. So with that in mind here is a couple of smoothie concoctions; 8oz pineapple juice, plain Greek yogurt, frozen banana, dark berries and the protein powder;  or 8oz soy milk, spoonful peanut butter, frozen banana and the protein powder.  Now I know not everyone can do whey protein as it may cause bloating or an upset stomach so here is the breakdown for all your choices and always look for products without artificial sweeteners or flavors:  A) Whey Protein; it is removed from the milk during the cheese making process and is a complete protein, ( meaning it has all nine essential amino acids which is the protein building blocks that the body cannot make on its own) it has little fat, no lactose and is quickly digested. B) Soy Protein;  made from defatted soy flour ( this is the alternative for vegetarians) So look for the products that contain a soy protein isolate which is a highly purified form that has all the carbohydrates removed thus leaving a 90% protein. Finally it contains all the essential amino acids that you are looking for. C)  Brown-Rice Protein; it contains B Vitamins, iron and a little calcium and is not a complete protein so for my opinion not worth the money  D) Hemp Protein; contains all the amino acids needed and is a good source of fibre, B Vitamins, iron, and omega 3 & 6 fatty acids.   So there are your choices and opt for what works best for your bodytype ..... then reap the benefits.