Thursday, June 03, 2010

Whey vs Casein

The battle rages on!!! The subject of the ultimate protein has been one circulating the health and fitness world for years, and I'm gonna try and help set the record straight!
Casein makes of 80% of the protein content of milk! It is characterized by its slow digestion which is in fact the single most thing that makes this protein so special. Along with its excellent amino acid content, casein protein shows to be very anti-catabolic meaning that it fights again muscle breakdown. The slow absorption of casein guarantees that will muscles will stay fueled all day long! It is also the ideal protein to be taken during long periods in between meals such as when your sleeping to ensure you can maintain that muscle you've worked so hard for! But....Casein may not be the only protein with great benefits.
Whey protein is absorbed much faster that casein which makes it ideal for when your body needs to replenish its protein stores fast! Whey is the perfect protein for your Pre-workout and Post-Workout needs. Whey protein has been shown to increase protein synthesis to help muscles grow after a hard workout.
But the best protein may not be one or the other but a combination of both whey and casein! Some products such as Syntha-6 have a blend that contains both proteins! Use whey as your pre and post-workout protein and casein between meals and before bed and you are sure to draw great results.
You can use both at these proteins to get the best of both worlds to ensure you can fuel your muscles the right way everyday.

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