General Health Which Whey Is WhichMost of us remember from the nursery rhyme that milk proteins divide into curds (essential for cheese production) and whey. Whey powders are made by separating whey protein from the milk fat and milk sugar, before pasteurizing and then drying liquid whey.
Which whey is which?
Different forms of whey protein depend on how much it’s been filtered, separated or isolated from the milk fat and milk sugar. Whey Protein Concentrate results from one filtration process that sifts out or ‘concentrates’ the larger protein molecules, resulting in a ‘concentrated’ form of whey protein, typically 80% protein, but still containing some milk fat and carbohydrate.
If whey is micro filtered again through a smaller, finer filter or if it’s ion exchanged, the whey is almost 100% isolated from the fat and carbohydrate, so Whey Protein Isolate is fat free, lactose free, and THE purest whey available, typically 90% protein, with fewest calories per serving; but more costly than the Concentrate. Its short chains and peptides make it available for absorption within 10 minutes of ingestioin, making it ideal for post work-out recovery.
A Whey Protein Blend is a mixture of Isolate and Concentrate. It’s lower in fat and calories than Concentrate, but, unlike the Isolate, still contains some carbohydrate and milk fat, and is value priced.
All whey proteins are gluten free and contain no trans-fats.
Which whey and Why?
As milk’s more sophisticated cousin, whey protein is an amazing health drink, promoting strong, lean muscle; weight-loss; improved cardio-vascular health and a boosted immune system, all because of these biologically active peptides that are wildly beneficial to so much of your body!!! Bio activity means radiant health.
Ion exchange Isolates form when chemical solvents such as hydrochloric acid and sodium hydroxide separate proteins based on chemical charge. These Isolates are high in protein levels but also very high in sodium. With the possible exception of the stirred bead reactor system, ion exchange damages the best health promoting bio active fractions, creating a protein with distorted concentrations of the least desirable, most allergenic subfractions. Ion exchanged Isolates sacrifice bio activity for protein quantity.
ATW Isolate is produced by chemically free, cold temperature, ultra/micro-filtration to preserve bio active fractions, and keep the benefit balance as it is in nature. It’s the finest, un-denatured whey available, offering high protein level and an unmatched health boost.
Separating it all out
Good protein is all about bio activity and what it can do for you. High sodium, aside from being linked to hypertension, is all about creating a water plug to hold onto your liquids and swell. Good Isolate choice means knowing how to separate, and not be swayed by marketing claims!!!!!
ATW's Whey Proteins are as biologically active as a whey can get. Derived from the Ultra/microfiltration process, our Whey Isolate and Concentrate contain one of the highest possible profiles of undenatured proteins available. They deliver the full spectrum of amino acids naturally found in whey protein, including the highest concentration of BCAAs for muscle preservation and endurance, as well as other essential aminos for stimulating growth hormones and boosting your immune system. What's in your Whey??
Which whey is which?
Different forms of whey protein depend on how much it’s been filtered, separated or isolated from the milk fat and milk sugar. Whey Protein Concentrate results from one filtration process that sifts out or ‘concentrates’ the larger protein molecules, resulting in a ‘concentrated’ form of whey protein, typically 80% protein, but still containing some milk fat and carbohydrate.
If whey is micro filtered again through a smaller, finer filter or if it’s ion exchanged, the whey is almost 100% isolated from the fat and carbohydrate, so Whey Protein Isolate is fat free, lactose free, and THE purest whey available, typically 90% protein, with fewest calories per serving; but more costly than the Concentrate. Its short chains and peptides make it available for absorption within 10 minutes of ingestioin, making it ideal for post work-out recovery.
A Whey Protein Blend is a mixture of Isolate and Concentrate. It’s lower in fat and calories than Concentrate, but, unlike the Isolate, still contains some carbohydrate and milk fat, and is value priced.
All whey proteins are gluten free and contain no trans-fats.
Which whey and Why?
As milk’s more sophisticated cousin, whey protein is an amazing health drink, promoting strong, lean muscle; weight-loss; improved cardio-vascular health and a boosted immune system, all because of these biologically active peptides that are wildly beneficial to so much of your body!!! Bio activity means radiant health.
Ion exchange Isolates form when chemical solvents such as hydrochloric acid and sodium hydroxide separate proteins based on chemical charge. These Isolates are high in protein levels but also very high in sodium. With the possible exception of the stirred bead reactor system, ion exchange damages the best health promoting bio active fractions, creating a protein with distorted concentrations of the least desirable, most allergenic subfractions. Ion exchanged Isolates sacrifice bio activity for protein quantity.
ATW Isolate is produced by chemically free, cold temperature, ultra/micro-filtration to preserve bio active fractions, and keep the benefit balance as it is in nature. It’s the finest, un-denatured whey available, offering high protein level and an unmatched health boost.
Separating it all out
Good protein is all about bio activity and what it can do for you. High sodium, aside from being linked to hypertension, is all about creating a water plug to hold onto your liquids and swell. Good Isolate choice means knowing how to separate, and not be swayed by marketing claims!!!!!
ATW's Whey Proteins are as biologically active as a whey can get. Derived from the Ultra/microfiltration process, our Whey Isolate and Concentrate contain one of the highest possible profiles of undenatured proteins available. They deliver the full spectrum of amino acids naturally found in whey protein, including the highest concentration of BCAAs for muscle preservation and endurance, as well as other essential aminos for stimulating growth hormones and boosting your immune system. What's in your Whey??
