Whey Protein

I tried a special kind of whey protein powder this morning called Designer Whey that may benefit the whole family. I've been looking a long time for something to use in a morning protein shake that tastes good, is healthy, tastes good, satisfies, tastes good, stays with me so I don't get hungry again right away, and tastes good. Get the picture? I've tried a lot of things, but they don't taste good, they're gritty, and they don't taste good. I think I've made my point here.

I got the information from Dr. David Williams' alternative health newsletter. I've subscribed to many such newsletters and pared the number down to a handful, of which Dr. Williams Alternatives is one. I've subscribed for years, and have used his info with beneficial results. You can find out more about him at drdavidwilliams.com.

Anyway, almost the entire April 2005 newsletter was devoted to the benefits of Designer Whey protein powder, which can make you healthy, smart, good-looking, rich, famous...no, wait, it just seems that way from all the benefits Dr. Williams lists in this issue.

Whey is the translucent liquid that separates from the curd when milk coagulates during the cheese-making process. It has the highest biological value of any protein, surpassing even whole egg, previously thought to contain nature's most perfect protein. (Biological value is a measurement of protein quality expressing the efficiency with which protein is used for growth.)
Several components of whey inhibit the growth of bacteria and viruses. Other components help your body make glutathione, which enhances your immune system. One animal study showed that a diet supplemented with whey protein provides protection against toxin-induced cancers of the esophagus, lung, bladder, colon, liver and breast.
Whey protein also helps lower your blood pressure. In fact one company has developed a product from whey protein called Biozate, which was shown to reduce blood pressure significantly in just seven days. All this without drugs.
Whey protein (the alpha-lactalbumin part) reduces stress and depression by reducing cortisol (which is associated with stress) and increasing tryptophan and serotonin, which are calming.
It helps speed healing with its glycine content and its added growth factors, IGF-1 and 2. Glycine also helps the memory and thinking functions of the brain.
Whey protein has also been shown to protect the stomach and intestinal tract from stress-induced ulcers.
Whey contains a protein called lactoferrin, which new research has shown to be able to increase the production of new bone--important for osteoporosis and non-healing bone fractures.

All this is from Dr. Williams' alternative health newsletter. If you want more info about the newsletter, go to drdavidwilliams.com. There's more, but I'm going to stop now.

Always check with your doctor before trying anything you read here. Everyone is different, and what might be good for some people might be bad for you, considering your medical history and medications.

Hmmmm...I just noticed something. It's been an hour since I drank a protein shake made with Designer Whey Protein, the brand Dr. Williams recommends, and I'm not hungry. Usually those things make me hungry.

I noted the claim that this brand is America's #1 selling protein. (Did I remember to mention it tastes really good?) Two pounds (in a giant jar) cost around $25. My favorite flavors are chocolate, strawberry and french vanilla.

This product contains something called oligofructose. Being wary of fructose, I looked it up and found nothing but good about oligofructose. See this information (scroll down) about oligofructose for more details.

Dr. Williams recommends one scoop (containing 18 grams of protein) per day. Since the product is 97% lactose free, it probably won't be a problem for most people who are lactose intolerant. (Check with your doctor.)

My shake tasted good and was creamy with no grit whatsoever. I think I'll be able to make some really delicious things by adding fruit and flavorings.

I have no financial interest in this product or the company that makes it. I'm just passing on the info, like one friend to another. If I ever do stand to gain financially with anything I write about, I'll let you know.

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