Archive for the ‘Protein’ Category

The Ultimate Protein Shake

Tuesday, November 10th, 2009

I have recently converted to a new brand of protein powder as I was bored with my old brand - I was bored with the flavour and wanted to try something new.

I am now using Boditronics Express Whey, just finishing a tub of the cookies’n'cream flavour which is really tasty. What I like about this protein powder is that it has a mix of whey protein concentrate, whey isolate and micellar casein, so that the protein is released gradually rather than in one hit like with an unblended shake.

Another thing that I like is the pro-biotic that it has mixed into it, this seems to give it a good texture and helps ones digestion, which is something I have worried about in the past given how much protein I eat.

But as far as I can see, the best way to mix this shake is to do what I do. I take two scoops for my breakfast shake, add a banana, 150 ml of cold water and 150ml of cold milk. I then blend this until its a nice thick liquid, then pour into a pint glass. The shake that you get from this is so thick and tasty that I wouldn’t be agrieved if I paid £3 for it in a milkshake parlour!

Boditronics Express Whey Black Cherry Review

Tuesday, September 29th, 2009

I enjoyed the Cookies ‘n’ Cream flavoured Boditronics Express Whey so much that I’ve picked up some Boditronics Express Whey, this time opting to try the Black Cherry.

The first thing that struck me on opening the tub was the smell - it reminds me of some sort of sweet that I used to eat as a kid, but I’m blowed if I can recall just what. I couldn’t resist sticking a finger in and was pleased to find it’s rather nice just eaten.

I’ve tried mixing it with milk (skimmed) and it’s very nice, not too strong a flavour, but in contrast to the cookies ‘n’ cream it’s actually nicer in water. Either way I’m happy with it and I’ll be buying it again.

Boditronics Express Whey Review

Wednesday, September 23rd, 2009

After several months buying my whey protein exclusively from MyProtein I’ve recently decided I needed something that tastes nicer. So I’ve gotten hold of some Boditronics Express Whey. I opted for their Cookies ‘n’ Cream flavour but they also offer the following flavours:

  • Strawberry
  • Rich Chocolate
  • Chocolate Mint
  • Vanilla
  • Caramel Peanut
  • Strawberries & Cream
  • Vanilla Ice Cream
  • Banana Split
  • Dark Chocolate Orange
  • Black Cherry
  • Raspberry Ripple

I wasn’t sure if I’d like the flavour, but I was keen to try something different. In actual fact I think it’s delicious - by far the nicest protein shake I’ve ever had!

The nutritional breakdown is pretty good:

Nutritional Breakdown per 100g (42g serving)
Protein 73g ( 31g )
Fat 8g ( 3g )
Carbohydrates 14g ( 4.9g )
Sodium 14mg ( 4.2mg )
Calcium 23mg (6.9mg )
Phosphorous 19mg ( 5.7mg )
Zinc 24mg ( 7.2 mg )
Energy 454 K calories ( 190 Kcal )

Not as high a protein level as unflavoured whey protein concentrate (typically 80%) or whey protein isolate (typilcally 90%) but more than enough.

Despite being sold as whey protein it also includes micellar casein although I’ve no idea how much. For those that care the first three ingredients listed are whey protein isolate, whey protein concentrate and micellar casein which indicates that the bulk of it is whey protein.

Overall verdict? I’ll be buying Boditronics Express Whey again!

High Protein Cereal

Thursday, September 17th, 2009

Breakfast is probably the most important meal of the day, yet for many of us it is (or was before we started training) not terribly nutritious. The problem is quite simple, for years we’ve been conditioned to think that a proper breakfast is a bowl of cereal and a piece of toast (with jam) is the right way to begin our day.

The truth is that such a breakfast is heavily weighted towards high GI carbohydrates and lacks protein. This high GI breakfast of cereal is literally killing us according to an article in the Telegraph which cites research from Harvard Medical School.

So what’s the answer? Well personally I’m all in favour of either a whey protein shake with some ultra fine scotch oats or egg on toast. However not everyone fancies that so what’s the alternative? How about high protein breakfast cereals? Essentially these are breakfast cereals which are high in protein. The added protein helps lower the GI of the meal and gives you a better start to the day.

The other alternative to high protein cereals is high protein oatmeal it’s a bit like scotch oats and whey - how about that hey! :-)

Discount Pea Protein For Carp Fishing?

Thursday, September 10th, 2009

Although we’re experienced entrepreneurs, launching the Discount Supplements Guide has taught us some new lessons about business. It’s also taught us something new about protein. Namely that us athletes (or wannabe athletes) aren’t the only people to use protein powders.

It seems that dedicated carp fishermen also like a bit of pea protein isolate, so much so that there’s been a steady stream of them visiting since we were mentioned on CarpForum.co.uk.

You learn something new every day….

PhD Nutrition Diet Whey

Tuesday, September 8th, 2009

The latest issue of Muscle and Fitness arrived yesterday complete with a sample 25g bag of PhD Nutrition’s new addition to it’s Fat Loss Range - Diet Whey.

It’s a new Whey Protein blend intended to aid fat lass, as such it includes Whey Protein, Micellar Casein, CLA, L-Carnitine and Green Tea Extract. The sample attached to the magazine was white chocolate flavoured.

As supplements is our business we couldn’t wait to try it. Our verdict - excellent flavour, good texture, very drinkable. We like the idea - we’ll be buying some ourselves!

If you want to find the cheapest supplier then visit our PhD Nutrition Diet Whey page for the best offers.