• Whey protein is a food preparation obtained from the isolation of whey.
  • It is a quality complete protein with high biological value, rich in essential and branched-chain amino acids that are easy for the body to synthesise (compared to other proteins).
  • Whey protein is commonly used to improve muscle recovery after workouts, stimulate muscle growth, aid in weight loss and other aspects of general health.

What is Whey Protein?

It is a food preparation of high biological value that concentrates the proteins of the aqueous fraction of natural cow’s milk. Whey is obtained by separating the other fraction of the milk, casein (from which, for example, curd is made).

It provides proteins of high nutritional value, with essential and branched-chain amino acids that your body requires for building proteins in muscle tissue, as well as in other systems (endocrine, immune, etc.).

 This high content and easy absorption allows BCAAs to effectively perform their function in the body.

What is it used for and what are the benefits according to science?

Whey protein, when used in combination with exercise, can produce an increase in muscle mass and contribute to the loss of body fat if we focus the diet on this purpose. It also has other interesting properties:

1. It reduces appetite

Appetite is regulated through the interactions of many hormones. Cholecystokinin, a peptide hormone from whey protein, is responsible for satiety and helps control appetite.

 According to the University of Surrey in England, cholecystokinin in serum leads to a decrease in appetite and decreased food intake, and thus leads to weight loss.

2. It improves insulin sensitivity

Insulin is the hormone responsible for blood sugar regulation and fat storage. As insulin sensitivity increases, your body has better sugar control and reduced fat storage.

 A study found that whey protein, when used in a high-protein diet, is more effective than red meat in decreasing fat weight gain and increasing insulin sensitivity.

3. Increased serotonin secretion

Serotonin is the neurotransmitter responsible for many psychological and physiological functions, including appetite control.

Serotonin is derived from the amino acid tryptophan, and whey-derived alpha-lactalbumin is a whey protein with a high tryptophan content.

 According to studies, lactalbumin leads to an increase in tryptophan levels and thus serotonin levels.

When is it recommended to take whey protein?

It is recommended both for athletes and for people who wish to increase their protein intake through supplementation, with greater protein assimilation. It can also be beneficial for people with digestive problems.

It is advisable to take whey protein at key times, such as after training, to aid recovery and muscle growth.

For more personalised guidance, it is advisable to consult a nutrition specialist or personal trainer.

Recommended whey supplements

Are you ready to take your athletic goals to the next level? Our whey protein powders are what you need to push your limits. These are the whey products preferred by HSNstore customers:

  • Evowhey Whey Protein Concentrate. It is the most popular, retaining most of the beneficial nutrients of whey.

Evowhey Protein by SportSeries.

  • Evolate Whey Protein Isolate. This high-quality protein has 90% protein content and very little lactose or fat.

Evolate 2.0 (Whey Isolate CFM) by SportSeries.

  • Evohydro hydrolysed whey protein isolate. Produced through a hydrolysis process that releases amino acids, it improves assimilation and absorption. It is particularly useful for people with digestion problems or lactose intolerance.