Protein

Beef Protein	Casein Protein	Egg Protein	Hemp Protein	Low Calorie/Low Carb Protein
Meal Replacement Shakes	Natural Protein	Rice Protein	Soy Protein	Specialty Protein
Time Released Protein	Vegan Protein	Vegetarian Protein	Weight Gainer	Weight Gainer - Moderate Calorie
Whey Protein	Whey Protein Isolate	Bulk Protein Powder - 5lb	Bulk Protein Powder - 10lb

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Q1: How do I choose the right protein for me?

A2: Not all proteins are created equal! The sheer number of protein powders on the market in Canada can be mystifying to say the least, and the fact that those looking to gain weight, build lean muscle, maintain weight, or lose fat can all benefit from protein supplements just adds to the confusion of choosing protein. There are several different kinds of protein to choose from, including whey, egg, casein, time-released, and weight gainers. How do you know which protein powder to buy? The one that’s right for you will depend upon your individual goals and needs, as well as what time of day you intend to take it.

Choosing the right protein powder is easy if the you have the right protein information. Just follow four simple steps below:

 

1. Identify your goal from the list below
2. Determine your level - beginner, intermediate, or advanced
3. Read the suggested times of day for each protein
4. Once you've identified the protein that best suits your needs, click on the link to shop

IF YOU WANT TO MAINTAIN A HEALTHY WEIGHT

Beginner

• Time-released protein for morning, between meals, pre-workout, post-workout, and at bedtime.

Intermediate

• Timed-released protein between meals.
• Whey protein in the morning, pre-workout, and post-workout.
• Casein protein at bedtime

Advanced

• Whey protein in the morning, pre-workout, and post-workout.
• Egg protein between meals.
• Casein protein at bedtime

IF YOU WANT TO BUILD LEAN MUSCLE

Beginner

• Time-released protein in the morning, between meals, pre-workout, and at bedtime.
• Weight gainer protein - moderate calorie post-workout.

Intermediate

• Time-released protein between meals.
• Weight gainer protein - moderate calorie post-workout.
• Whey protein in the morning and pre-workout.
• Casein protein at bedtime.

Advanced

• Weight gainer protein - moderate calorie post-workout.
• Whey protein in the morning and pre-workout.
• Egg protein between meals.
• Casein protein at bedtime.

IF YOU WANT TO GAIN WEIGHT

Beginner

• Weight gainer protein - high calorie in the morning and post-workout.
• Time-released protein between meals, pre-workout, and at bedtime.

Intermediate

• Weight gainer protein - high calorie in the morning and post-workout.
• Time-released protein between meals.
• Whey protein pre-workout.
• Casein protein at bedtime.

Advanced

• Weight gainer protein - high calorie in the morning and post-workout.
• Whey protein pre-workout.
• Egg protein between meals.
• Casein protein at bedtime.

IF YOU WANT TO LOSE FAT

Beginner

• Time-released protein in the morning, between meals, pre-workout, post-workout, and at bedtime.

Intermediate

• Time-released protein between meals.
• Whey protein in the morning, pre-workout, and post-workout.
• Casein protein at bedtime.

Advanced

• Egg protein between meals.
• Whey protein in the morning, pre-workout, and post-workout.
• Casein protein at bedtime.

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Q2: How do protein powder types differ?

A2: Protein powders have different qualities that determine not only who should be using them, but when they should be used. Below is protein information on some of the most popular protein powder types used in Canada.

Whey Protein Powder

• Fast-acting protein derived from milk.
• Digests within 30 minutes.
• Contains all essential amino acids.
• Reduces Cortisol, a hormone that destroys muscle.
• Best taken in the morning, pre-workout and post-workout.

Casein Protein Powder

• Slowest digesting protein available.
• Takes seven hours to digest.
• Helps muscle repair.
• Best taken before bed, when you don't have enough time to eat, or when you have three or four hours between meals.

Egg Protein Powder

• Medium digesting protein.
• Takes one to three hours to digest.
• Has highest levels of amino acids of all proteins.
• Does not contain lactose.
• Versatile protein that can be used pre- and post-workout as well as between meals.

Soy Protein Powder

• Medium digesting protein.
• Takes one to three hours to digest.
• Free of fat, cholesterol, and lactose.
• Suitable for vegetarians who are looking for additional protein.
• Versatile protein that can be used pre- and post-workout as well as between meals.

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Q3: I want to lose weight. What is the best protein for me?

A3: The correct use of a diet protein powder is an excellent way to help you build muscle and lose unwanted fat and pounds. Diet protein powder is generally high in protein and fiber, and low in carbohydrate-rich calories, an effective combination that not only builds muscle and melts fat, but also reduces hunger and cravings. Diet protein powder is generally full of vitamins and minerals, and some contain ingredients to help boost energy.

Choosing the right diet protein powder is easy if you have the right diet protein information. Just follow the three easy steps below:

1. Find the profile below that best describes you.
2. Determine when you want to take your protein powder.
3. Once you've identified the diet protein that best suits your needs, click on the link to shop.

You are just beginning to exercise and weight train...

• Time-released protein powder (low carb and low fat) for morning, between meals, pre- and post-workout, and at bedtime.

You engage in moderate exercise and weight training...

• Time-released protein powder (low carb and low fat) between meals.
• Whey diet protein powder in the morning, pre-workout, and post-workout.
• Casein diet protein powder at bedtime.

You engage in intense exercise and weight training...

• Egg diet protein powder between meals.
• Whey diet protein powder in the morning, pre-workout, and post-workout.
• Casein diet protein powder at bedtime.

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Q4: I want to gain weight. What is the best protein for me?

A4: If you are a bodybuilder or athlete or really anyone with a goal of gaining weight in the form or lean muscle mass, protein powders that fall under the category of weight gainers may be right for you. Weight gainers are high in protein, as well as in carbohydrate-rich calories that often come from maltodextrin, fructose or various starches such as waxy maize or barley starch. Weight gainer protein is ideal for those with less than 10 percent body fat, who are looking at building muscle mass. Be forewarned that weight gainers have such a high protein and calorie content that they can cause fat gains instead of muscle gains in those without medium to low levels of body fat and fast metabolisms.

Choosing the right weight gainer protein is easy if you have the right weight gainer information. Just follow the three easy steps below:

1. Find the profile below that best describes you.
2. Determine when you want to take your weight gainer protein powder.
3. Once you've identified the weight gainer protein that best suits your needs, click on the link to shop.

You are just beginning to exercise and weight train...

• High-calorie weight gainer protein powder in the morning and post-workout.
• Time-released weight gainer protein powder between meals, pre-workout, and at bedtime.

You engage in moderate exercise and weight training...

• High-calorie weight gainer protein powder in the morning and post-workout.
• Time-released weight gainer protein powder between meals.
• Whey weight gainer protein powder pre-workout.
• Casein weight gainer protein powder at bedtime.

You engage in intense exercise and weight training...

• High-calorie weight gainer protein powder in the morning and post-workout.
• Whey weight gainer protein powder post-workout.
• Egg weight gainer protein powder between meals.
• Casein weight gainer protein powder at bedtime.

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Q5: What is the best protein value for my money?

A5: When you are supplementing with protein powders it can really add up, so it makes sense that you are looking for a cost effective-solution. Hands down, a whey blend protein powder is the best answer for anyone looking for a cheap protein powder. Whey blends generally combine the higher quality whey isolate with the economical whey concentrate. If your budget can only tolerate one protein powder this is the way to go.

While whey blends do contain the more expensive whey isolate, the majority of the protein powder is typically the cheaper whey concentrates. Whey concentrates are cheaper than whey isolate because they aren't processed as much. That means whey concentrates contain more carbohydrates, sugars, and fats than whey isolates.

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Q6: I am a vegetarian and/or vegan. What is the best protein for me?

A6: Getting the right amount of protein is always more difficult for vegetarians and vegans. Luckily, there are lots of vegetarian and vegan protein powders on the market in Canada to ensure your intake is adequate.

Choosing the right vegetarian and/or vegan protein powder is easy! Just follow the two simple steps below:

1. Find the profile below that best describes you.
2. Click on the links to shop.

If you are a vegan who east only plant food, try:

• Soy protein powder. Soy is a medium- to fast-acting vegetarian and vegan protein powder that is suitable for people who limit all animal proteins, including those derived from dairy and eggs, from their diet.
• Hemp protein powder. Hemp is a complete protein that includes all the necessary amino acids, omega 3 and omega 6 fatty acids, and plenty of fiber.
• Rice protein powder. Rice is a fiber-full protein free of gluten, wheat, egg, milk, and soy, making it ideal for people with food allergies.

If you are a vegetarian who eats dairy products, try:

• Whey protein powder. Whey is a fast-acting protein derived from milk that digests within 30 minutes, making it appropriate for post-workout consumption.
• Casein protein powder. Casein is a slow-digesting protein derived from milk that is best used before bed or when there is a long stretch between meals.

If you are a vegetarian who eats dairy products and eggs, try:

• Egg protein powder. Egg is a medium-digesting protein that can be taken before bed, when you don't have enough time to eat, or between meals. Since egg protein is lactose free, it's also good for those who have sensitivity to milk.
• Whey protein powder. Whey is a fast-acting protein derived from milk that digests within 30 minutes, making it appropriate for post-workout consumption.
• Casein protein powder. Casein is a slow-digesting protein derived from milk that is best used before bed or when there is a long stretch between meals.

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Q7: What time of the day should I be taking protein, and what type?

A7: If you want to meet your goals, protein timing is very important. The time you take your protein, as well as what kind of protein you take, will play a factor in whether you maintain a healthy body weight, build lean muscle, gain weight, or lose fat.

Knowing how to time your protein is easy if you have the right protein timing information. Just follow two easy steps below:

1. Find the profile below that best describes you.
2. Once you've identified the protein that best suits your needs, click on the link to shop.

If you are just beginning to exercise and weight training and your goal is to...

Maintain a healthy body weight, try:

• Time-released protein powder in the morning, between meals, pre-workout, and at bedtime.

Build lean muscle, try:

• Time-released protein powder in the morning, between meals, pre-workout, and at bedtime.
• Moderate calorie weight gainer protein powder post-workout.

Gain weight and muscle mass, try:

• Time-released protein powder between meals, pre-workout, and at bedtime.
• High-calorie weight gainer protein powder in the morning and post-workout.

Lose fat, try:

• Time-released protein powder in the morning, between meals, pre- and post-workout, and at bedtime.

If you engage in moderate exercise and weight training, and your goals is to:

Maintain a healthy body weight, try:

• Whey protein powder in the morning and pre- and post-workout.
• Time-released protein powder between meals.
• Casein protein powder at bedtime.

Build lean muscle, try:

• Whey protein powder in the morning and pre-workout.
• Time-released protein powder between meals.
• Moderate calorie weight gainer protein powder post-workout.
• Casein protein powder at bedtime.

Gain weight and muscle mass, try:

• High-calorie weight gainer protein powder in the morning and post-workout.
• Time-released protein powder between meals.
• Whey protein powder pre-workout.
• Casein protein powder at bedtime.

Lose fat, try:

• Whey protein powder in the morning and pre- and post-workout.
• Time-released protein powder between meals.
• Casein protein powder at bedtime.

If you engage in intense exercise and weight training, and your goal is to...

Maintain a healthy body weight, try:

• Whey protein powder in the morning and pre-workout.
• Egg protein powder between meals.
• Moderate calorie weight gainer protein powder post-workout.
• Casein protein powder at bedtime.

Lose fat, try:

• Whey protein powder in the morning and pre- and post-workout.
• Egg protein powder between meals.
• Casein protein powder at bedtime.

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