Whey for best regeneration, outstanding performance, and health

Written by Steve Born

You won't find a better all-around protein source anywhere than the whey protein isolate we use in our Recoverite and Whey Protein products. We guarantee that if you incorporate these two products into your daily routine—Recoverite immediately after exercise, and Whey Protein before bed and at other times of the day—you will experience very noticeable and tangible results in terms of both recovery and overall health, and in a relatively short period of time.

WHY WHEY? HERE'S WHY!

Without detracting from the merits of other excellent protein sources—such as those found in Vegan Recoverite or Plant Protein—whey protein isolate far surpasses the rest in terms of quality and benefits, including the following:

1. Superior performance in protein quality measurement systems
Regardless of which protein quality measurement system you examine—Biological Value (BV), Protein Efficiency Ratio (PER), Protein Digestibility Corrected Amino Acid Score (PDCAAS), or Net Protein Utilization (NPU)—whey protein isolate consistently comes out on top.

If we only look at Biological Value (BV): the original "gold standard," egg white protein, has a BV of 100, while whey protein isolate has a BV of 159... nothing else even comes close! A high BV means, among other things, that it is the fastest-absorbing protein source, with a higher proportion remaining in the body, leading to less waste and more efficient protein utilization. Both Recoverite and Whey Protein contain 100% whey protein isolate. [1, 2, 3]

2. Richest source of the nine essential amino acids
Histidine, isoleucine, leucine, lysine, methionine, phenylalanine, threonine, tryptophan, and valine are "essential" amino acids because the body cannot produce them and therefore they must be obtained from external sources. Whey protein isolate contains the highest amounts of all nine essential amino acids, including the crucially important branched-chain amino acids (BCAAs). [3, 4]

3. Extremely powerful immune system support
Whey protein contains excellent amounts of glutamic acid, cysteine, and glycine—the three amino acids necessary for glutathione production. Many experts consider glutathione to be the number one antioxidant. Glutamine, which we add in significant amounts to Recoverite and Whey Protein, offers numerous general health benefits, including serving as another precursor for the body's glutathione production. [5, 6] Additionally, whey contains special proteins called immunoglobulins, which stimulate immune function.

4. Less pain and muscle soreness
Subjects who consumed 20+ grams of whey protein daily showed significantly lower levels of C-reactive protein (CRP), which researchers refer to as a "sensitive inflammatory marker." [7]

5. Protection against Type 2 Diabetes
High-fat diets typically lead to excessive weight gain and metabolic problems that increase the risk of Type 2 diabetes. In one study, mice were fed a high-fat diet for 11 weeks. One group received no whey protein, while the other group received 100 grams of whey protein per liter in their drinking water (note: this is approximately equivalent to 12 grams for a 75 kg human). The results showed that the mice consuming whey protein had a noticeable improvement in glucose tolerance and insulin sensitivity compared to the control group. [8]

ENJOY "WHEY" BETTER RECOVERY AND OVERALL HEALTH IN TWO SIMPLE STEPS

1. "Refuel the tank" with Recoverite immediately after exercise. This is perhaps one of the simplest ways to improve your athletic performance: you train, then immediately replenish your body with the high-quality carbohydrates, whey protein isolate, glutamine, and key complementary nutrients found in Recoverite. Simple! Your body thus receives the fuel needed to kick-start recovery processes, ensuring you're ready to train again the next day.

2. Consume a serving of Whey Protein right before bed. The body performs a significant portion of its recovery and repair processes during sleep. Consuming a serving of Hammer Whey (mixed only with water) before bed provides your body with the amino acids needed for these "during-sleep" processes.

Additionally, the 6 grams of glutamine added to Whey Protein maximize the release of human growth hormone (hGH), which naturally occurs primarily during the first one to two hours after falling asleep. This is known as slow-wave sleep, the deepest and most restorative stage of sleep. The benefits of maximum hGH release are discussed in detail in the following article:
https://hammernutrition.com/blogs/endurance-library/glutamine-benefits

Research has shown that glutamine supplementation increased growth hormone levels by more than four times (400%!) compared to placebo.

HOW MUCH PROTEIN DO YOU NEED?

Your daily protein intake from food and supplements should be in the range of 1.4 g/kg – 1.7 g/kg. To calculate your body weight in kilograms, divide your weight in pounds by 2.2. Then multiply this number by between 1.4 and 1.7. The result will show you how many grams of protein you should aim for daily. Use the lower value on easy or rest days, and the higher value during intense or high-volume training periods.

EXAMPLE:

• 180-pound person = 81.82 kg
• 81.82 × 1.4 = 114.5 grams of protein per day
• 81.82 × 1.7 = 139 grams of protein per day

We like to refer to whey protein isolate as a "superfood," not just an excellent protein source, due to the many benefits it provides. Therefore, it's a wise and healthy strategy to make whey protein isolate a part of your daily protein intake—not just post-workout (with Recoverite) and before bed (with Whey Protein).

Start your day ideally with a serving of Whey Protein for breakfast, and if you want to lose some weight, Whey Protein can help with that too! For more information, see the article Why Whey Helps With Weight Loss.

• Whey protein isolate is the highest quality protein available, which is why Recoverite and Whey Protein both contain it.
• Sourced from American, 100% grass-fed cows
• Completely antibiotic and hormone-free
• Packed with immune-supporting ingredients, including beta-lactoglobulin and alpha-lactalbumin
• Lactose-free, fat-free, and no added sugar

Nothing else even comes close!

Sources:
[1] https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3905294/
[2] https://www.hammernutrition.com/knowledge/endurance-library/protein-debate-which-protein-is-best
[3] http://wheyproteininstitute.org/sites/default/files/protein-quality-comparison-chart.pdf
[4] https://www.dairyglobalnutrition.org/about-us/editorials/whey-protein-provides-an-ideal-dietary-source-of-essential-amino-acids
[5] Kent KD, Harper WJ, Bomser JA. Effect of whey protein isolate on intracellular glutathione and oxidant-induced cell death in human prostate epithelial cells. Toxicol In Vitro. 2003 Feb;17(1):27-33.
[6] Bounous G, Gervais F, Amer V, Batist G, Gold P. The influence of dietary whey protein on tissue glutathione and the diseases of aging. Clin Invest Med. 1989;12:343-9.
[7] https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/25671415
[8] Shertzer HG, Woods SE, Krishan M, Genter MB, Pearson KJ. Dietary whey protein lowers the risk for metabolic disease in mice fed a high-fat diet. J Nutr. 2011 Apr 1;141(4):582-7.