Protein Powder Types And Best Times to Take Them
Have you wondered which protein powder is best for you? Or maybe you want to make your own custom blends. Here's a diagram to help you better understand each protein powder, along with the best times to take them. Please message me if you need any further information. All the best with your protein supplementation!
| Type of protein powder | The main benefits of this protein powder | The best time to take this protein powder |
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Whey Protein Concentrate Pure NZ Whey Pure NZ Primal Whey Defining Whey Premium |
Fast digestion High BCAA levels Highest level immune system support Low carbs and low fat The 'most natural' whey |
Asap when you get up Pre workout Asap post workout To provide a complete protein, or top up source, for a meal To safely satisfy food cravings |
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Whey Protein Isolate Pure NZ Isolate Pure NZ Primal Isolate Pure NZ Pro Iso XF |
The fastest digestion and uptake speeds Highest BCAA levels Very low calories Almost no fat and carbs Lowest allergens Whey, almost zero Lactose |
Asap when you get up Pre workout Asap post workout To provide a complete protein, or top up source, for a meal when on a carb restricted or calorie cutting diet To safely satisfy food cravings |
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Casein Pure NZ Casein |
Slowest digestion speed Very high natural Glutamine levels Almost no fat and carbs Lowest allergens Casein, almost zero Lactose Very low calories |
Anytime there will be a long gap until the next meal Number one bedtime protein When you need help to feel full for longer As a protein source for a meal Great for dessert recipes |
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Milk Protein Micellar Casein Pure NZ Micellar |
Naturally contains 80% Casein and 20% Whey Slow and fast digestion Highest Glutamine content Micellar Casein source Most economical dairy protein powder |
Anytime there will be a long gap until the next meal Day or evening, and before bed Asap post workout When you need help to feel full for longer When on a plan focused on helping overall health |
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Pea Protein Isolate Pure European Pea Protein Isolate |
Medium digestion speed All Vegan plant protein Almost zero fat and carbs Very low allergens Alkaline protein source |
Asap when you get up Pre workout Asap post workout During the day or evening as a protein top up for meals To feel full for longer |
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Rice Protein Pure Rice Protein |
Medium digestion speed All Vegan plant protein Low carbs and low fat Very low allergens Ideal combined with Pea Protein Isolate |
Asap when you get up Pre workout Asap post workout During the day or evening To satisfy a food craving safely, or feel full for longer |