{"id":386349,"date":"2022-07-29T15:12:31","date_gmt":"2022-07-29T13:12:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/?p=386349"},"modified":"2022-07-29T15:12:32","modified_gmt":"2022-07-29T13:12:32","slug":"whey-protein-and-its-effect-on-muscle-growth-weight-loss-and-health","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/whey-protein-and-its-effect-on-muscle-growth-weight-loss-and-health\/","title":{"rendered":"Whey Protein and Its Effect on Muscle Growth, Weight Loss and Health"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_72 ez-toc-wrap-left counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/whey-protein-and-its-effect-on-muscle-growth-weight-loss-and-health\/#What_is_whey_protein\" title=\"What is whey protein?&nbsp;\">What is whey protein?&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/whey-protein-and-its-effect-on-muscle-growth-weight-loss-and-health\/#Health_benefits_of_whey_protein\" title=\"Health benefits of whey protein\">Health benefits of whey protein<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/whey-protein-and-its-effect-on-muscle-growth-weight-loss-and-health\/#When_to_drink_whey_protein_powder\" title=\"When to drink whey protein powder?\">When to drink whey protein powder?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/whey-protein-and-its-effect-on-muscle-growth-weight-loss-and-health\/#What_should_you_remember\" title=\"What should you remember?\">What should you remember?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n<p>Most people think of <a class=\"ek-link\" href=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/whey-protein\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"(opens in a new tab)\"><strong>whey protein<\/strong><\/a> as a powder that athletes mix with water and drink after exercise to &#8220;grow muscles&#8221;. This is of course true, but fewer people know that this notion significantly underestimates what whey protein can do. Not only can it be useful for people who don&#8217;t exercise, but it also has a large number of health benefits. In today&#8217;s article, you will learn what they are.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_whey_protein\"><\/span><strong>What is whey protein?&nbsp;<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Whey<\/strong>&nbsp;is a liquid that is produced as a waste product during the production&nbsp;<strong>of cheese<\/strong>.&nbsp;It contains&nbsp;<strong>whey proteins<\/strong>, which make up roughly 20% of the milk protein content.&nbsp;The remaining 80% of proteins in milk are casein proteins.&nbsp;By adding enzymes to the milk, the casein turns into a solid form, the whey remains, and then, through other gentle technological processes, <strong>whey protein<\/strong> is formed. <span class=\"tadv-color\" style=\"color: #ff6600;\">[16]<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Types of whey protein<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>There are three types of whey protein, and each of them differs in taste, absorbability, but also in the content of protein, lactose or fat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><a class=\"ek-link\" href=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/protein-concentrate\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"(opens in a new tab)\"><strong>Whey Protein Concentrate<\/strong><\/a><strong> (WPC)<\/strong><strong>:<\/strong>&nbsp;This type of whey protein is the best-known and best-selling.&nbsp;It usually contains<strong> 70-80% of protein<\/strong>, approx. 3% of fat and 4-6% of lactose.<\/li><li><a class=\"ek-link\" href=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/whey-protein-isolate\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"(opens in a new tab)\"><strong>Whey Protein Isolate<\/strong><\/a><strong>&nbsp;(WPI):<\/strong>&nbsp;The isolate is made from the above-mentioned concentrate, which undergoes further filtration.&nbsp;The result is a<strong> higher proportion of protein (<\/strong><strong>80% or more)<\/strong>&nbsp;and a<strong> smaller proportion of fat <\/strong>and <strong>lactose<\/strong>. This type of whey protein is mainly appreciated, for example, by those who have difficulty digesting lactose or athletes who are looking for the purest possible source of protein.<\/li><li><a class=\"ek-link\" href=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/hydrolyzed-protein\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"(opens in a new tab)\"><strong>Whey Protein Hydrolysate<\/strong><\/a><strong> (WPH):<\/strong> Hydrolysate is produced by various processes that break down long protein chains into smaller sections (peptides). This makes the hydrolysate <strong>quickly digestible<\/strong><strong>. <\/strong>The protein content is<strong>&nbsp;70-85%<\/strong><span style=\"text-align: inherit;\">. <\/span><span class=\"tadv-color\" style=\"color: #ff6600;\">[15]<\/span><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>If you are interested in more detailed information about the types of whey protein, read our article entitled <a class=\"ek-link\" href=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/which-protein-to-choose-whey-concentrate-isolate-or-hydrolyzate\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"(opens in a new tab)\"><strong>Which Protein to Choose? Whey Concentrate, Isolate or Hydrolysate?<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.sk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/13-60-1124x749.jpg\" alt=\"Types of whey protein\" class=\"wp-image-385786\" width=\"843\" height=\"562\" title=\"Types of whey protein\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/13-60-1124x749.jpg 1124w, https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/13-60-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/13-60-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/13-60-2048x1365.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 843px) 100vw, 843px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Health_benefits_of_whey_protein\"><\/span><strong>Health benefits of whey protein<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>1. It supports the growth and maintenance of muscle mass<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Whey protein is one of the&nbsp;<strong>highest quality<\/strong>&nbsp;protein sources.&nbsp;It contains all&nbsp;<a class=\"ek-link\" href=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/eaa\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"(opens in a new tab)\"><strong>essential amino acids (EAA)<\/strong><\/a>, i.e. those that our body&nbsp;<strong>cannot produce by itself<\/strong>, but must receive them through&nbsp;<strong>food<\/strong>. If there is not enough EAA in the diet, the body cannot create all the necessary proteins for the production of hormones, immune cells or muscle mass. <span class=\"tadv-color\" style=\"color: #ff6600;\">[14]<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>What is the quality of whey protein?<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Protein quality is evaluated, for example, by using the <strong>A<\/strong><strong>mino Ac<\/strong><strong>id Score Method (AAS)<\/strong>, which compares the content of essential amino acids in the observed protein with the so-called&nbsp;<strong>reference protein<\/strong> defined by the World Health Organization (WHO). A slightly more accurate method is the so-called&nbsp; <strong>PDCAAS (<em>Protein Digestibility-Corrected Amino Acid Score<\/em>),<\/strong>&nbsp;which also takes into account&nbsp;protein&nbsp;<strong>digestibility. W<\/strong><strong>hey protein has a score of 1<\/strong>, which is the highest possible value. <span class=\"tadv-color\" style=\"color: #ff6600;\">[3,6]<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Whey protein is rich in quickly absorbable <strong>Branched-Chained Amino A<\/strong><strong>cids<\/strong> (BCAAs). A particularly important role is played by the amino acid called <a class=\"ek-link\" href=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/l-leucine-gymbeam.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"(opens in a new tab)\"><strong>leucine<\/strong><\/a>, which triggers the formation of muscle proteins (<strong>proteosynthesis<\/strong>). Proteosynthesis is best stimulated by a dose of 20-40 g of protein, which should contain 1-3 g of leucine. If you want to <a class=\"ek-link\" href=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/muscle-mass-growth\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"(opens in a new tab)\">achieve growth of muscle mass<\/a>, <strong>an increase in protein intake<\/strong> alone may be sufficient in the beginning. However, combining this with strength training is much more effective (and necessary for a significant muscle growth).<span class=\"tadv-color\" style=\"color: #ff6600;\"> [5,13]<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Whey protein is beneficial for everyone including non-athletes<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The regular consumption of whey protein can also be appreciated by people who are trying to maintain muscle mass while <strong>losing weight<\/strong>&nbsp;or&nbsp;<strong>older people<\/strong>&nbsp;who are at risk of losing it&nbsp;<strong>faster<\/strong>.&nbsp;Proteins are essential for&nbsp;<strong>maintaining muscle mass in old age<\/strong>, and their sufficient intake ensures&nbsp;<strong>better body function<\/strong>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<strong>quality of life<\/strong>.&nbsp;Whey protein, which is&nbsp;<strong>easily digestible<\/strong> and significantly <strong>stimulates proteosynthesis,<\/strong>&nbsp;can serve as an aid to elderly people in the fight against&nbsp;<strong>sarcopenia<\/strong> (loss of muscle mass and muscle strength that worsens with increasing age). <span class=\"tadv-color\" style=\"color: #ff6600;\">[2]<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>If you want to turn protein into a<strong> hearty snack<\/strong> with a higher energy value, you can mix it with&nbsp;<strong>milk<\/strong>&nbsp;or, for example, a&nbsp;<strong>plant-based drink<\/strong> (rice, oats, etc.). However, if you drink whey protein after sports activity, it will be more beneficial to mix it just with water. You can read more about it in the article <a class=\"ek-link\" href=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/is-it-better-to-drink-protein-shake-with-water-or-milk\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"(opens in a new tab)\"><strong>Is It Better to Drink Protein Shake with Water or Milk?<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.sk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Copy-of-\u0424\u043e\u0442\u043e-1-1124x749.jpg\" alt=\"Whey protein and muscle growth\" class=\"wp-image-385801\" width=\"843\" height=\"562\" title=\"Whey protein and muscle growth\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Copy-of-\u0424\u043e\u0442\u043e-1-1124x749.jpg 1124w, https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Copy-of-\u0424\u043e\u0442\u043e-1-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Copy-of-\u0424\u043e\u0442\u043e-1-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Copy-of-\u0424\u043e\u0442\u043e-1-2048x1365.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 843px) 100vw, 843px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>2. It has a high satiating capacity and reduces appetite<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Proteins have the highest satiating ability<\/strong>&nbsp;compared to fat and carbohydrates.&nbsp;However, whey protein causes an even higher feeling of satiety than other protein sources (meat, legumes, etc.).&nbsp;Feelings of hunger and satiety are not only affected by the fullness of our stomach, but also by hormones that are released as a <strong>reaction to food intake. <\/strong>Protein consumption promotes the release of&nbsp;<strong>stomach peptides<\/strong>, such as&nbsp;<strong>cholecystokinin<\/strong>&nbsp;or&nbsp;<strong>GLP-1<\/strong> (glucagon-like peptide 1), which induce a feeling of satiety. <span class=\"tadv-color\" style=\"color: #ff6600;\">[9,12]<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>The high content of branched-chain amino acids and their<strong> rapid absorption<\/strong> probably have an effect on the faster induction of satiety after consuming whey protein compared to other protein sources.&nbsp;<span class=\"tadv-color\" style=\"color: #ff6600;\">[9]<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n    <link href=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/themes\/wp-gymbeam-blog-theme\/css\/vue\/index.css\" rel=\"preload\" as=\"style\">\n    <link href=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/themes\/wp-gymbeam-blog-theme\/js\/vue\/chunk-vendors.js\" rel=\"preload\" as=\"script\">\n    <link href=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/themes\/wp-gymbeam-blog-theme\/js\/vue\/index.js\" rel=\"preload\" as=\"script\">\n    <link data-no-optimize=\"1\" href=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/themes\/wp-gymbeam-blog-theme\/css\/vue\/index.css\" rel=\"stylesheet\">\n\n    <h2>\n        You might be interested in these products:    <\/h2>\n\n    <div data-app=\"recommended\" data-products=\"28324,5075,28936,28683,28683,67804,28134,6939,42850,46201\" ><\/div>\n\n    <script data-no-optimize=\"1\" src=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/themes\/wp-gymbeam-blog-theme\/js\/vue\/chunk-vendors.js\"><\/script>\n    <script data-no-optimize=\"1\" src=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/themes\/wp-gymbeam-blog-theme\/js\/vue\/index.js\"><\/script>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>3. It is a good friend when losing weight<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>When you are trying to lose weight, every little thing that helps you endure the reduced diet is useful. As explained earlier, whey protein has several properties that make it a <strong>suitable food for a diet.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Thanks to its&nbsp;<strong>high satiety and <\/strong><strong>appetite<\/strong>&#8211;<strong>reducing<\/strong> effects,&nbsp;it can help you <strong>maintain a reduced energy intake<\/strong> without worrying about getting hungry.<\/li><li>When losing weight, there is a risk of losing both fat and muscle mass. Whey protein not only helps to <strong>maintain<\/strong> muscles, but also supports their <strong>growth<\/strong>.<\/li><li>The higher the proportion of muscle mass you have, the higher your <strong>basal metabolism<\/strong> (the amount of energy you need just to maintain basic vital functions).<\/li><li><strong>Proteins also have the largest thermic effect<\/strong> of all macronutrients <strong>(<\/strong><strong>15-30%)<\/strong>, which means that,&nbsp;during their&nbsp;<strong>digestion<\/strong>, the largest amount of energy is consumed.<strong>&nbsp;<\/strong>When you consume 100 kcal in the form of protein, up to 15-30 kcal are burned during digestion. A higher proportion of protein in the diet thus&nbsp;<strong>increases the energy expenditure<\/strong>.&nbsp;However, remember that a varied and balanced diet containing all macronutrients (carbohydrates, proteins, fats) is important. <span class=\"tadv-color\" style=\"color: #ff6600;\">[11]<\/span><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Our article <a class=\"ek-link\" href=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/how-to-choose-the-best-protein-powder-for-weight-loss\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"(opens in a new tab)\"><strong>How to Choose the Best Protein for Weight Loss<\/strong><\/a> will help you choose the right protein for your diet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.sk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Copy-of-\u0424\u043e\u0442\u043e-4-1124x749.jpg\" alt=\"Whey protein and losing weight\" class=\"wp-image-385817\" width=\"843\" height=\"562\" title=\"Whey protein and losing weight\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Copy-of-\u0424\u043e\u0442\u043e-4-1124x749.jpg 1124w, https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Copy-of-\u0424\u043e\u0442\u043e-4-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Copy-of-\u0424\u043e\u0442\u043e-4-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Copy-of-\u0424\u043e\u0442\u043e-4-2048x1365.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 843px) 100vw, 843px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>4. It supports immunity<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Sufficient protein intake is the basis for <strong>the<\/strong><strong>&nbsp;proper functioning of the immune system<\/strong>, since just like muscle cells, immune cells and other components of the immune system are made of&nbsp;<strong>proteins<\/strong>.&nbsp;Whey protein is a source of high-quality proteins and all the aforementioned&nbsp;<strong>essential amino acids.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>However, whey protein is not only beneficial for immunity as a building material, but also has various&nbsp;<strong>immunological effects<\/strong>.&nbsp;<strong>Immunoglobulins<\/strong> protect the body from viruses and bacteria and, for example, neutralize toxins. <strong>\u03b2-lactoglobulin<\/strong>, which is the protein that makes up the largest part of proteins in whey (55-65%), can support the formation of immune cells in the spleen.&nbsp;<strong>\u03b1-lactalbumin <\/strong>peptides&nbsp;influence the function of immune B and T cells. <span class=\"tadv-color\" style=\"color: #ff6600;\">[1]<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>5. It has antioxidant effects<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>With regular consumption of whey protein, the body&#8217;s health can be supported by its <strong>antioxidant effects<\/strong>.&nbsp;<strong>Antioxidants<\/strong>&nbsp;destroy and neutralize&nbsp;<strong>free radicals,<\/strong>&nbsp;which in excessive amounts damage cells and cause oxidative stress.&nbsp;This increases the risk of developing cancer, atherosclerosis, diabetes or other diseases.&nbsp;In whey protein, several&nbsp;<strong>bioactive substances<\/strong> have an antioxidant effect,&nbsp;such as&nbsp;<strong>lactoferrin<\/strong>&nbsp;or&nbsp;<strong>lactoperoxidase. <\/strong>Whey protein also supports the activity of glutathione peroxidase, which is one of the most important antioxidant systems in the body. <span class=\"tadv-color\" style=\"color: #ff6600;\">[4,7,14]<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Lactoferrin also has an&nbsp;<strong>antimicrobial<\/strong> effect (mainly <strong>antibacterial<\/strong>) thanks to its ability to bind iron in harmful (pathogenic) microorganisms and thus prevent their reproduction. <span class=\"tadv-color\" style=\"color: #ff6600;\">[4,8]<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.sk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/IMG_5716-1124x749.jpeg\" alt=\"Effect of whey protein on health\" class=\"wp-image-385834\" width=\"843\" height=\"562\" title=\"Effect of whey protein on health\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/IMG_5716-1124x749.jpeg 1124w, https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/IMG_5716-400x267.jpeg 400w, https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/IMG_5716-1536x1024.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/IMG_5716-2048x1365.jpeg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 843px) 100vw, 843px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>6. It can help lower blood pressure<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>In case of high blood pressure <strong>(<\/strong><strong>hypertension<\/strong><strong>)<\/strong>, one of the treatment options is the use of the so-called&nbsp;<strong>ACE inhibitors, <\/strong>which prevent blood vessels from narrowing.&nbsp;ACE inhibitors suppress the function of the so-called angiotensin-converting enzyme&nbsp;(ACE), which contributes to the contraction of blood vessels.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Various&nbsp;<strong>peptides<\/strong>, such as&nbsp;<strong>\u03b1-lactalbumin, \u03b2-lactoglobulin or BSA<\/strong> (Bovine Serum Albumin), act as ACE inhibitors in whey protein. Regular consumption of<strong> 20 g<\/strong>&nbsp;of whey protein&nbsp;can have a very positive effect on lowering blood pressure. <span class=\"tadv-color\" style=\"color: #ff6600;\">[10]<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>7. It can help lower blood sugar levels<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Not only carbohydrates, but also proteins cause the secretion&nbsp;<strong>of insulin<\/strong>, which is a hormone that lowers blood sugar levels (Glycaemia). Since whey protein is quickly absorbed, the increase in insulin levels is faster after its consumption than after other sources of protein.&nbsp;Thanks to this, whey protein helps&nbsp;<strong>to reduce the blood sugar levels after eating<\/strong>.&nbsp;It can thus be beneficial for people with diabetes mellitus type 2 (DM2), as well as for healthy people who would like to prevent this disease. <span class=\"tadv-color\" style=\"color: #ff6600;\">[10]<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Adding protein powder to food (for example, whey protein to oat porridge) <strong>slows the absorption of carbohydrates<\/strong>&nbsp;into the blood.&nbsp;It is also beneficial for&nbsp;<strong>healthy people<\/strong> who don&#8217;t suffer from diabetes, because after a meal rich in carbohydrates, blood sugar levels of every person will increase. The more and faster it rises, the&nbsp;<strong>faster<\/strong> it will <strong>fall<\/strong>, which can cause&nbsp;<strong>hunger<\/strong>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<a class=\"ek-link\" href=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/how-to-outsmart-your-sweet-tooth\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"(opens in a new tab)\"><strong>cravings for sweets<\/strong><\/a><strong>.&nbsp;<\/strong>By combining carbohydrates with proteins you can easily prevent these cravings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.sk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/IMG_9869-1124x749.jpg\" alt=\"When is the best time to drink whey protein powder?\" class=\"wp-image-385887\" width=\"843\" height=\"562\" title=\"When is the best time to drink whey protein powder?\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/IMG_9869-1124x749.jpg 1124w, https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/IMG_9869-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/IMG_9869-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/IMG_9869-2048x1365.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 843px) 100vw, 843px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"When_to_drink_whey_protein_powder\"><\/span><strong>When to drink whey protein powder?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>It can be used it in situations where a higher protein intake is needed. In a <a class=\"ek-link\" href=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/weight-loss-supplements\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"(opens in a new tab)\"><strong>reduction diet<\/strong><\/a>, when&nbsp;<strong>gaining muscle mass<\/strong>&nbsp;or in case&nbsp;<strong>of diseases<\/strong>, basically any time it is necessary to increase the amount of protein in the diet. It is also suitable for the diet of <b>older people <\/b>who are trying to maintain their muscle mass.<\/li><li>It is a suitable protein supplement when, for any reason, you cannot take it in the form of solid food.<\/li><li>Whey protein can also be a suitable substitute for solid food when you don&#8217;t have time and need to drink your meal, or when you can&#8217;t consume solid food for various reasons.<\/li><li>Last but not least, due to its good digestibility, whey protein can be appreciated by people suffering from various digestive problems (not related to the consumption of milk and milk proteins).<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>To learn more about other types of animal and plant-based proteins, read our article <a class=\"ek-link\" href=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/how-to-choose-the-right-protein-for-weight-loss-or-muscle-growth\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"(opens in a new tab)\"><strong>How to Choose the Right Protein for Weight Loss or Muscle Growth?<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_should_you_remember\"><\/span><strong>What should you remember?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Whey protein is a great food supplement that has its place not only in the diet of athletes. For people who are&nbsp;<strong>trying to lose weight<\/strong>&nbsp;it can help <strong>maintain muscle mass<\/strong> and at the same time make the diet easier by inducing a greater feeling of <strong>satiety<\/strong>.&nbsp;Both athletes and non-athletes can use whey protein in their diet to benefit from its positive effects on&nbsp;<strong>muscle mass growth<\/strong>, but also on&nbsp;<strong>blood pressure,&nbsp;<\/strong><strong>immunity<\/strong>&nbsp;or&nbsp;<strong>blood sugar levels.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Is whey protein yet to become a part of your regular diet? 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