All Protein Powders Are Created Equal
Most active guys could benefit from adding a protein powder to their daily diet, according to Bell. “People hesitate to take a powder because they think they can meet all their protein needs through food,” she says. “But the reality is, it’s a lot work, you have to eat a ton of food. And a powder is a simple way to get in a lot of protein without all the calories.” But there’s a stipulation to Bell’s advice: Be picky about which powder you choose. “I see a lot of men make mistakes because they’re taking in the wrong protein powder,” Bell says, adding that we shouldn’t waste calories by going with anything other than whey protein, which boasts the highest absorption rate (vegetarians and vegans can opt for pea protein, a close second, she says). “Choose a protein from grass-fed cows that doesn’t have any hormones or antibiotics,” Bell says. “Then make sure the first ingredient is whey protein isolate, not whey protein concentrate, which can contain fillers.” She also recommends looking for a powder with fewer than 7 grams of carbs per scoop, but without artificial sweeteners like sucralose. Bell’s favorite protein is from a brand called SFH (short for Stronger, Faster, Healthier). “It’s the cleanest powder I’ve found,” she says. “It comes from cows raised on a small farm, blends really well, and has a great flavor.”
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