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Unflavored whey protein isolate is the bomb in fried recipes. It's pretty bland on its own so you may want to increase the spices.
I bought it from Amazon (cloudtail) only. It was genuine. They have a qr code and all to confirm authenticity. Just check the seller before buying.
Optimum Nutrition (ON) Gold Standard 100% Whey Protein Powder - 2 lbs, (Double Rich Chocolate) https://www.amazon.in/dp/B002DYIZH6/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_rvI9CbNKEZEJ5
this one actually but I'm sure any 100% whey protein isolate should work. I really, really like how fine this one is though. Same dry, fine texture as flour (and 0g carbs)
I really like Isopure on Amazon. Great protein/calorie ratio and affordable. I like the unflavored, but I think they have flavored too.
https://www.amazon.com/Optimum-Nutrition-Standard-Protein-Chocolate/dp/B000QSNYGI
This stuff is the best. I use the vanilla flavor, and mix in a blender with a banana, frozen mango, and almond milk.
This is what I use. Truly is flavorless. You can order it through amazon or pick it up at a Vitamin Shoppe.
Whey protein. Don't think of it as a "supplement," its just food. This stuff is unflavored, so its easy to add into other stuff or make smoothies with.
Just looked it up on amazon. Optimum Nutrition 100% Whey Gold Standard, Double Rich Chocolate, 5 Pound, 80 Ounce https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000QSNYGI/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_awd_MsyGwbK0T1PG5
If you are buying from GNC, you are getting robbed
And an edit. This is also without "subscribe and save" feature. Which drops it down another 3-4 dollars I think.
If you want an "affordable" but well-regarded protein shake, I really like Optimum Nutrition. On Amazon it's $55 for 5 lbs.
The reality is protein shakes aren't very sustaining, filling, or cheap, but whey protein absorbs quickly after a workout, which some studies suggest helps to prevent delayed onset muscle soreness (DOMS: the achy soreness after a hard workout). If you really need protein, hard-boiled eggs are incredibly convenient, filling, and cheap. Canned tuna is a cheap way to get your protein as well.
I use Ispoure Zero Carb Vanilla. One serving is two scoops, 50 grams of protein, and 240 calories. Better yet, I can get it in two days on Amazon Prime.
In a pinch when I'm really low on both calories and protein, a couple scoops with some hwc and a TBSP of peanut butter in the blender with a couple ice cubes is money! Trust me on this.
(hope the link works)
20% sale on ON whey protein, seems like a good deal to me so I wanted to buy a few extras. What flavors have you guys tried other than the chocolate that taste good mixed with water?
sorry forgot to link deal for other people. There's a 20% off coupon you can use on Amazon atm: https://www.amazon.com/Optimum-Nutrition-100-Whey-Gold-Standard-Double-Rich-Chocolate-5-Pound/dp/B000QSNYGI
Here is the specific one I use. I found it while searching Reddit for whey protein that's easy on the stomach. I read a comment that recommended that specific flavor (double chocolate). It just tastes like chocolate milk, and I have not had any stomach pain. It is $48 with Amazon Prime, $52 without for a 5 pound container.
Last time I posted a link to a product people bitched because ugh, marketing even though I had deleted the /ref= tag from the amazon url.
A simple "What kind did you use, brands can vary in consistency quite a bit?" probably would have been more constructive than "it's useless to people," but whatever.
<em>Isopure Zero Carb Protein Powder, 100% Whey Protein Isolate</em>
<em>Kraft 100% Grated Parmesan Cheese, 8 oz</em>
I figure if we're doing this, I might as well make the links easy to click, ya know? Enjoy these exciting products. You're welcome. Glad to have helped.
Hey, I purchased a big thing of unflavored protein powder for 7 dollars (this one: Isopure brand). I'm absolutely pumped seeing how I saved 30+ dollars, but I have no idea what to do with it.
Any recommendations for recipes? I'm not sure if it'll bake well considering it's whey isolate.
Bulk Supplements is my go-to:
Whey
Casein
ON vanilla is what I just bought, literally just started eating protein powders.
Vanilla is ~ok.
Not super happy with it, getting Isopure dutch chocolate in the mail soon which I hope will be more palatable.
I’ve been doing this. I use
Whey Protein Powder Isolate by BulkSupplements (1 kilograms) | Clean & Pure Unflavored 90% Isolate for Men & Women | Build Muscle Mass & Burn Fat Fast https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00E7IODXQ/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apip_PCynquJvx1RUz
And it’s flavorless and really fine and soft so you really can’t tell it’s on stuff. And I’m one of those people who hate the taste of whey so I would be able to tell if this had even the slightest taste to it.
It’s 110 calories for 4 tablespoons which is A LOT so usually I only use 1-2 tablespoons.
I found NOW Foods Whey Protein Isolate on Amazon, if you don't mind non-flavored: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0015AQL1Q/ref=ox_sc_act_title_3?ie=UTF8&psc=1&smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER
Labdoor.com also ranked it well in their analysis of protein powders: https://labdoor.com/rankings/protein
I generally stick to Optimum Nutrition 100% Whey Gold Standard, and I get it from Amazon. I find it mixes easier than other protein powders, and I like the carb to protein ratio.
Cheap, reputable company, good reviews on Amazon, and minimal ingredients (always check the ingredients so you can avoid the bad stuff).
If you get the base powder and mix it with protein powder from Amazon, the price per week drops significantly.
https://store.ketochow.xyz/keto-chow-2-0-base-powder-1-week/
Price per day is much lower, can order 8 weeks of base powder for 2/3 of the shipping cost versus the normal powder. Doing it this way also lets you control your protein macro, and gives you more flavour options. There's a huge list on that Amazon page.
I use this: amazon link
It has 3g of carbs and I like it.
I get the Isopure Zero Carb from Amazon. Their "Subscribe and Save" is usually the lowest price I can find, and they have a lot of different flavors and sizes.
I have a very strong tasting grated Parmesan cheese, so if I want a less strong flavor, I cut it in half and then added:
- 1/4 cup unsweetened coconut milk
- 1/4 cup coconut flour
- 2 eggs
Isopure zero carb is the protein powder that I use. Its sold at GNC and Amazon, not sure where else.
Isopure Zero Carb Protein Powder, 100% Whey Protein Isolate, Flavor: Creamy Vanilla, 3 Pounds (Packaging May Vary) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000E95HP0/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_l3DrBb0VTTXNS
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000QSTBNS
$58 for 5lbs, so very comparable price-wise.
Costco has ON cheaper, that's where I buy my ON Isolate, but for the normal Gold Stand Whey, I buy it on Amazon so that I can get the Extreme Milk Chocolate flavor.
Today for the first time I added a touch of mio to it, holy shit it was actually pretty good.
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Edit - Amazon link
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https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000E95HP0/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&th=1
I was having the same issues as you and found this protein powder on Amazon. Not only is it 0 carbs per serving, but has more protein per serving and is right on par with being affordable.
There's people that say having a good amount of protein within 30 minutes of a workout helps with recovery, since right after a workout, apparently your body absorbs protein better. Protein powder is just a quick and easy way of getting this. There's also some people who say this isn't necessarily true, and overall protein intake matters more.
As far as types of protein, whey isolate is the most popular since it's the most efficient. By efficient, I mean that it's pretty much all protein, about 90%, and apparently is absorbed quickly. There's also whey concentrate, which is cheaper than whey isolate, but can have less protein and more carbs (from more lactose) per scoop.
The plant based proteins I'm not very familiar with, but through a quick search on Amazon, it looks like soy protein will have higher carbs than whey, and hemp has lower protein, but a good bit a fiber and healthy fats. If you're looking to just get protein, stick with whey unless you're vegan.
All in all, if you're getting the protein you need already, I wouldn't worry too much about a shake. But if you want to boost your protein, a post-workout shake won't hurt, and possibly might benefit you.
If you decide to use protein powders, this is the one I use. It's reviewed very well, has a good amount of protein (1 scoop is 120 cal, 3g carbs, 1g fat, 24g protein), and I think tastes pretty good. It comes out to about 78 cents per serving, so in my opinion, it's really not that expensive.
I've gotten most of mine from Amazon on their "Subscribe and Save" program: