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How Safe Is Whey Protein Powder?
Question: Most commercially available whey protein powders even from very reputed brands contain artificial sweeteners. Would it still be ok to consume the whey powders if consumed in the recommended quantity? (1 scoop = 25 g protein)
Brief Answer:
Take it without artificial sweeteners preferably.
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Welcome to HCM.
I have read your query and understand the concern
Since you are taking whey protein powders for the body growth,then I would suggest you to take it without artificial sweeteners like Iso-natural or hardcore whey. Because sweeteners contain high sugar which has NOT much role in body building like protein.
However,there is NO harm in taking whey protein powders of reputed brands containing artificial sweeteners if its helping you.
In addition to the whey protein powders,following dietary tips will also be helpful to gain some weight. But remember that weight gain process should always be gradual,so be patient.
1) Eat high calorie, high protein diet. Do not increase the intake of junk foods and greasy foods.
2) Eat healthy fats like omega-3 essential fatty acids sources like salmon, walnuts.
3) Eat good protein rich foods like lean meats, fish, poultry, egg white nuts, seeds, pulses and legumes.
4) Eat healthy carbohydrates like fruits, vegetables and whole grains.
5) Drink a lot of fluids that supply nutrients and calories like milk, fresh fruit juice and energy drinks.
6) Have eggs for breakfast. Custard is good for putting on weight.Eat bananas and sapota milkshakes.
Hope this helps.
Regards,
Dr.Sandip Kabra
Take it without artificial sweeteners preferably.
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Welcome to HCM.
I have read your query and understand the concern
Since you are taking whey protein powders for the body growth,then I would suggest you to take it without artificial sweeteners like Iso-natural or hardcore whey. Because sweeteners contain high sugar which has NOT much role in body building like protein.
However,there is NO harm in taking whey protein powders of reputed brands containing artificial sweeteners if its helping you.
In addition to the whey protein powders,following dietary tips will also be helpful to gain some weight. But remember that weight gain process should always be gradual,so be patient.
1) Eat high calorie, high protein diet. Do not increase the intake of junk foods and greasy foods.
2) Eat healthy fats like omega-3 essential fatty acids sources like salmon, walnuts.
3) Eat good protein rich foods like lean meats, fish, poultry, egg white nuts, seeds, pulses and legumes.
4) Eat healthy carbohydrates like fruits, vegetables and whole grains.
5) Drink a lot of fluids that supply nutrients and calories like milk, fresh fruit juice and energy drinks.
6) Have eggs for breakfast. Custard is good for putting on weight.Eat bananas and sapota milkshakes.
Hope this helps.
Regards,
Dr.Sandip Kabra
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