Surgery, of any type, can be a pretty challenging ordeal. First of all, there's the mental component of dealing with the prospect of going through the procedure. And then there's the recovery process. Many experts and doctors, however, have been exploring the potential usefulness of protein supplements after surgery. How can protein supplements assist with recovery? Is there any science to back this practice? The General Idea It's not unusual for a surgery patient, regardless of the ...
Read MoreSurgery, of any type, can be a pretty challenging ordeal. First of all, there's the mental component of dealing with the prospect of going through the procedure. And then there's the recovery process. Many experts and doctors, however, have been exploring the potential usefulness of protein supplements after surgery. How can protein supplements assist with recovery? Is there any science to back this practice? The General Idea It's not unusual for a surgery patient, regardless of the ...
Read MorePeople take protein powder for lots of different reasons. Generally, though, the main idea is to develop a lean physique with plenty of powerful muscle and as little fat as possible. But, sometimes concerns arise when people look at the nutrition information on the tub of their favorite protein powder. After all, there is a pretty significant amount of calories packed into even the highest-quality protein supplements. So, is it possible for protein powder to work against your weight loss e...
Read MorePeople take protein powder for lots of different reasons. Generally, though, the main idea is to develop a lean physique with plenty of powerful muscle and as little fat as possible. But, sometimes concerns arise when people look at the nutrition information on the tub of their favorite protein powder. After all, there is a pretty significant amount of calories packed into even the highest-quality protein supplements. So, is it possible for protein powder to work against your weight loss e...
Read MoreLet's be honest. As much as we all love pizza, it's not exactly what most would traditionally consider a “health food.” Various fats, piled high on a bed of carbs does not amount to a balanced meal. But, what if you could swap out some of the carbs for protein? Give this protein pizza recipe a try to do just that. We're going to give you the basic ingredients for a plain cheese pizza. From there, feel free to toss on your favorite toppings. 1/2 cup Liquid Egg Whites 1/4 cup Naked P...
Read MoreLet's be honest. As much as we all love pizza, it's not exactly what most would traditionally consider a “health food.” Various fats, piled high on a bed of carbs does not amount to a balanced meal. But, what if you could swap out some of the carbs for protein? Give this protein pizza recipe a try to do just that. We're going to give you the basic ingredients for a plain cheese pizza. From there, feel free to toss on your favorite toppings. 1/2 cup Liquid Egg Whites 1/4 cup Naked P...
Read MoreSupplements, of any class, are generally a source of concern – whether that suspicion is warranted or not. Typically, though, is concern is really just the result of misinformation or a lack of understanding regarding exactly how a particular substance affects the human body. Of course, sometimes there is a legitimate reason to worry. Occasionally, supplements could actually have a negative impact – whether because of the active ingredient itself or because it has been contaminated in some...
Read MoreSupplements, of any class, are generally a source of concern – whether that suspicion is warranted or not. Typically, though, is concern is really just the result of misinformation or a lack of understanding regarding exactly how a particular substance affects the human body. Of course, sometimes there is a legitimate reason to worry. Occasionally, supplements could actually have a negative impact – whether because of the active ingredient itself or because it has been contaminated in some...
Read MoreIt's not unusual for people to be a little cautious around supplements, even common things like whey protein. But is there actually a solid reason to worry about whey protein? What are some common side effects associated with whey? Should you really be concerned? Lactose Intolerance Whey, and the related protein casein, is extracted from milk. Generally, this is done by either applying heat, acid or some other curdling agent to milk and skimming off the solids that form. The remaining l...
Read MoreIt's not unusual for people to be a little cautious around supplements, even common things like whey protein. But is there actually a solid reason to worry about whey protein? What are some common side effects associated with whey? Should you really be concerned? Lactose Intolerance Whey, and the related protein casein, is extracted from milk. Generally, this is done by either applying heat, acid or some other curdling agent to milk and skimming off the solids that form. The remaining l...
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