Planet Muscle

I read on a website that the IDS Company has developed a liquid whey. I use whey powder, and this sounds good. Are there advantages? How do I know if this, or any protein, is good and hits the mark?

Yes, IDS has produced a hydrolyzed protein blend called New Whey Liquid Protein. I’ve already tried it! Because of its molecular structure, New Whey is very dense (like me). It is 25 grams (version 2 will have over 40 grams of
protein) and it is already mixed in 3 ounces of water and has a limited viscosity or thickness.

Most proteins at this concentration, are like solid masses. IDS has added more protein without the thickness normally associated with whey powders. New Whey is heat stable. IDS notes, "It is natural, hypoallergenic, acid and alkaline stable, and complete with all 8 essential amino acids." New Whey will raise metabolic rate over time, for more calorie burning. It has a neutral taste and aroma. This special grade of proteins - hydrolyzed proteins - is used in a very small percentage of products because of its high cost to manufacture. It is easy on the stomach, easy to digest and assimilate. Hydrolyzed proteins are derived from complete proteins through an enzymatic process of breaking down the protein into smaller constituents called peptides. The process divides the long protein molecules into shorter molecules called peptides.

Generally, the smaller the peptide, the easier it is to digest and absorb. Hydrolyzed proteins are popular as compared to standard proteins, because they are less susceptible to denaturing. As to knowing if any protein or supplement works or is good, the ingredients list found on the back or side panel of every commercially available food product, is your best starting point. This tells you the ingredients
that make up the product, sorted in order from most abundant to least abundant. It does not show the actual quantity of each ingredient.

Manufacturers may use whey, soy, caseinate and other protein types to fortify their products with protein. And within each of these protein types are further refinements called ‘protein grades’ such as whey concentrate, whey isolate and whey hydrolysate. Though the specific type and grade of protein used in a product is not captured on the Nutrition Facts or Supplement Facts panel of a product, it is an important distinction.

The type and grade of protein determines how well the body will digest and assimilate it. Certain proteins such as whey isolate are readily digested after physical activities. Other proteins such as caseinates are ideal for sustained energy and anti-catabolism. Planet Muscle readers should understand that it is not enough to simply understand how much protein is there, you should be aware of the source and quality of the protein, as well.

IDS has produced a winner, in my opinion.