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Friday, July 10, 2009

The 6 Week Body Makeover Scam

By Rico Kidd

The 6 Week Body Makeover by Michael Thurmond is an eating program that states that the user will be able to lose up to 30 pounds in six weeks. Like any prudent consumer, I performed research on this product before I purchased it.

Just one un-happy consumer that cries "scam!" can deter thousands from buying a product. Negative reviews of a product are very powerful and can cause people to not buy the product, even if the product does in fact work. Most people are triggered to look for all the bad reviews and complaints about a product and ignore all the positive aspects. If you dig deep enough within any program, you will always have someone that finds something wrong.

This article will give a fair review of the product. I consider myself an un-biased third party as I am not advertising anything, nor want to sell you any weight loss products. The only thing I want from you is an open-mind and a willingness to learn that not everything that people complain about is true.

Does the program work? Will you lose weight? The plain and simple truth is, yes, you will lose weight. Matter of fact, you might lose a lot of weight. I've been on this diet for over three weeks and have lost around five pounds. Five pounds might not seem like a lot to you, but I can tell that I've lost fat weight and have put on muscle. My goals are different from other people and if your goal is to lose a lot of fat weight, you will have the ability to do so.

Many people who are unhappy with the program have actually stated that they lost A LOT of weight. They were just un-happy with the program because it was too restrictive to them. These people quit half way through the program and ended up gaining all the weight back. They claim that they lost mainly water weight due to the restricted sodium intake (salt and sodium is very restricted on this program). Yes, you will lose water weight; however, you are supposed to be drinking at least 100 oz. of water a day on this program so you can't blame all of your weight loss on water weight loss due to retention.

The 6 Week Body Makeover focuses on eating foods that help you metabolize calories at a faster rate. In order to do this you have to eat more food throughout the day. However, the portions that you consume tend to be smaller than what you're currently used to. Also, the food is rather bland as you are not allowed to add salt or oil to any of the food you consume. The Infinite Meal Planner and recipes cards help you create meals that taste decent while restricting sodium intake. Another complaint is that the meal planning process and preparation is tedious. This is true in the fact that it will require you to plan and prepare your meals ahead of time. I tend to think of things positively as I realized that I ended up saving a lot of money eating meals at home (lots of leftovers). Also, when you think of what you're going to eat ahead of time, it actually causes you to eat healthier. When you are eating whenever you feel hungry or on a sporadic time schedule, you tend to grab food that is convenient. Convenient food tends to be pre-packaged, processed, high-fat, high-sodium and generally un-healthy food.

Other people complain that all they lost was water weight and that they gained all the weight back once they left the program. What they don't tell you is that they started eating unhealthy again and went back to their old eating habits. People are not victims when it comes to weight loss and weight gain. You ultimately make the decision of whether or not you will lose weight or gain weight. No one is forcing that donut into your mouth. - 17268

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6 Week Body Makeover - Tips to Maximize Weight Loss

By Rico Kidd

You will lose weight on the 6 Week Body Makeover. However, if you follow these tips, you will lose even more weight. Remember; don't get discouraged if you're not losing as much weight as you want. It may take a week or two for your metabolism to get used to your new eating habits.

Make sure to record your food in a daily food log. Recording food in a log will let you visually see how much food you're eating and how healthy the food is. If you're too lazy to record your food in a log, try taking photos of each food that you consume with a camera or camera phone. If you eat a lot, you will be surprised how much food you're consuming throughout the day. Also, if you eat unhealthy, this is a great way to see what types of fatty foods you are eating. After a week of this, you will start being more conscious of your eating style.

If you do not lose weight at a fast rate, don't fear. This just means that you are gaining lean muscle. Lean muscle weighs more than fat so you will become leaner while losing fat. A way to test this is by trying on those jeans that didn't fit before.

The primary eating plan is to reprogram your metabolism so it burns your calories faster which mean you will lose more weight. The main factor is that you have to eat often. The reason you need to eat often is because you are trying to trick your metabolism into thinking that food is not scarce. If your body thinks that food isn't scarce, then your metabolism will start to burn food energy faster.

On this plan you need to consume food almost every two to three hours. Do not under eat and make sure to stick to the portions. Do not skip meals, or else this program won't work. After doing this for a week, you will notice results. - 17268

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6 Week Body Makeover

By Rico Kidd

How about if you could eat the same amount of food and still lose weight? Would you want to try this type of diet? The 6 Week Body Makeover states that this is possible as they have provided a way to lose weight by learning how to eat the right way. Each body type reacts differently to food, some people gain a ton of weight when eating red meats, some lose weight when eating red meats. Since each person's body reacts differently to food, it is important to learn what kind of body you have and what foods will help your body burn fat.

The first step is to determine your body structure. Your body structure can be defined by using the body blue print, which is enclosed in your six week body makeover kit. According to the diet, there are four types of body types: A, B, C or D. Once filling out the blue print questionnaire, you will be placed within one of these four categories.

Type A body types have slow metabolisms and gain weight easily. The reason that these types of bodies gain weight are because their body metabolism can not burn enough of the calories that they consume. These people should stay away from simple and complex carbs and should eat proteins that are lean, such as fish and turkey.

Type B bodies are muscular and have an easier chance retaining lean muscle mass. However, these types of people still have a difficult time losing weight as their metabolisms do not burn as many calories that they take in. B people need to stay away from very complex carbs such as pasta and white rice. Type C is very similar to B; the only difference is that they can introduce more complex carbs in their diet as C people have slightly higher metabolisms.

A D body type does not have sufficient lean muscle to burn enough calories to lose weight. Due to a slow metabolism, the D body type needs to increase their muscle mass by eating more proteins and consuming less simple carbohydrates. These type of people should eat more red meats and should stay away from rice, pastas and bread.

Knowing what type of body you have is the first step in weight loss. Taking the blue print is an important part of the body makeover diet. You will start losing weight once you know what types of foods work well with your body. - 17268

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6 Tips In Getting The Best Cheap Treadmill For The New Year 2008

By Chloe Adisson

The last few days of 2007 will definitely be bringing in more feasting and, therefore, more calories. Get the best cheap treadmill to start the 2008 New Year right.

It's generally known that the higher the cost, the higher the quality of the treadmill. This is also true if you only know little and you are in a hurry to get the purchase done right away. Take your time and understand what you are buying.

The first thing to remember when choosing a treadmill is to look for independent and unbiased reviews from third parties. Getting the best cheap treadmill essentially requires you to figure out how the entire system works.

All treadmills do the same thing. As soon as you turn it on and use it, you are aiming for a cardio vascular exercise, weight loss, and burn calories. That's just basically it. The price of the treadmill now varies on competitive features.

1. The treadmill motor is one of the most important thing you should consider when selecting a treadmill. The ideal minimum should be 2.0 horsepower and anything lower than that may not be worth your money.

2. Read treadmill reviews from professionals. The treadmill guru's personal ratings and recommendations may help you a lot in deciding which ones to buy. The premise of course is that these pros may favor at the more expensive ones.

3. Consumer reviews are as helpful too. There are so many websites that allow treadmill users to comment on the products they use. Their opinions can also help because they have used the equipment themselves.

4. A manual treadmill doesn't qualify for best cheap treadmill. Yes manual treadmills are cheap but if you can afford to buy the better ones, then do so. You should buy equipment that can last longer and is much convenient to use.

5. Treadmill belt should be checked if it is in good condition. This is another piece in the treadmill that is important to look into. Make sure the belt is perfect for you to use. Check on the safety as well.

6. A treadmill's warranty offer and service speaks a lot about the quality. Most reviews tell you that a good warranty should be at least 5 years on the motor, 2 years on frames and parts, and a year on service.

There are more things you need to check before buying your treadmill. There's the framework, cushioning system, and other extras like the accessories and stuff. Manufacturers take advantage of improving these treadmill extras because the standard treadmill gets more expensive when more features are added.

The bottom line is that there is no real best cheap treadmill. It all depends on what you know and how much you are willing to spend. At the end of the day, you will know that what matters most is your own judgment. It is understanding which treadmill is really worth your money. - 17268

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ResV Vital and Resveratrol Content

By Laura Lane

Oprah Winfrey is known for providing her viewers with expertly researched advice concerning the latest advancements in medical advancements, particularly as they relate to the concerns of an aging American population. Recently, Oprah featured the Turkish-American cardiologist Dr. Mehmet Oz. According to Dr. Oz, the recently discovered antioxidant known as resveratrol may be the key to slowing or even-in some cases-reversing the aging process.

Toxin Eliminators

Antioxidants are naturally occurring substances that protect the body from oxidants-toxins that damage the tissues of the body, causing the visually evident wrinkles on the skin, as well as the less obvious damage to the body's internal systems. Antioxidants help to defend the body, particularly its organs, brain cells, and the nervous system. Moreover, they help to remove the oxidants and even repair damage caused by the aging process.

Resveratrol: Antioxidant par excellence

Resveratrol is one of the most powerful antioxidants discovered to date. How does resveratrol work? This antioxidant activates "Sirtuins," a type of longevity gene capable of both reducing cellular decay and aiding the cells of the body to restore themselves. As a result, a person who takes resveratrol as a dietary supplement can expect to not only feel better on the inside as the health of their internal systems improves, but also to see a marked improvement in the appearance, tone, and coloring of the skin.

There are in fact numerous blessings derived from regularly imbibing resveratrol. This amazing antioxidant is capable of preserving the body's immune system and even aids in the struggle against cancer. If your body is subject to radiation it will help to prevent radiation sickness. In addition, it is extremely beneficial to those of us who need to shed a few pounds.

Observing this, the drug conglomerate GlaxoSmithKline has put forth nearly one billion dollars in an effort to further our understanding of resveratrol, as the possibilities appear to be endless. Truly, we have just begun to comprehend all the benefits that resveratrol has in store for us in the battle against aging.

A Naturally Occurring Substance

Did you know about resveratrol before you began reading this article? Did you know that you may have already consumed some today? It's true! Used consistently for years and years in Asia as a remedy for a multitude of ailments, "ko-jo-kon," as resveratrol began to be called in 1962, is found in Japanese Knotwood. This Knotwood is so vivacious that it has not only crossed the Pacific, but is known in many parts of the United States as a weed that has the ability to kill and overrun other plants quite quickly. Its capacity to do this is directly correlated to the vast quantities of resveratrol that Knotwood has within itself. In fact, Knotwood contains large enough amounts of resveratrol to be grown for profit by companies that have begun manufacturing resveratrol supplements. Other people simply use it rather than rhubarb in numerous tasty recipes.

Peanuts, believe it or not, are an important resource for resveratrol. Think about that the next time you're at a bar, and snack away! Indeed, long-believed to be a danger due to its high fat content, the peanut has been redeemed through studies which exhibit that people who eat peanuts daily are healthier than those who do not. Eating fatty peanuts actually reduces the amount of fat in your body, and it does so by means of nothing other than resveratrol.

In 1992, resveratrol was discovered in both grapevines and the red wine produced by them. While the health effects derived from drinking a glass of red wine are becoming common knowledge, think about this: it takes somewhere around one thousand bottles of red wine to equal the amount of resveratrol found in a single day's dose of a resveratrol supplement! - 17268

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Support Adult Stem Cells through Nutrition

By Andrea Rousseau

There has been a lot of controversey over stem cell research over the past eight to ten years, and rightly so. The controversy surrounds the use of Embryonic stem cell research. This method requires that cells be removed from a five day old embryo, known as a blastocyst. The living embryo is destroyed through this procedure, thus the moral objection.

Embryos are not used in Adult Stem Cell research. Adult stem cells can be harvested from bone marrow, blood stream, liver, and skin, to name a few sources. Adult stem cells will play an ever increasing and important role in the battle against disease and injury.

Researchers have proven that stem cells, somewhat inactive cells, can respond quickly to tissue injury and stress. They are a renewable source of replacement cells to treat disabilities, conditions, and diseases. [Neostem.com]

Adult stem cells are quite resilient, and have the ability to "morph" into other kinds of cells. Studies have affirmed the phenomenon know as "plasticity." In other words, adult stem cells have the ability to differentiate into other cell types such as heart cells or nerve cells.[Life Extension, Oct 2007] For this reason, your own adult stem cells are the key to your own treatment.

The key to maintaining your health and preventing disease then is to provide powerful nutrition at the cellular level. Stimulating the healthy growth of stem cells is a very important part of anti-aging programs.

Researchers have conducted studies that show there is a direct relationship between higher servings of blueberry, green tea, carnosin, catechin, and vitamin D3 and the proliferation of human bone marrow. Studies have also shown that Resveratrol has a positive effect on stem cell health.[Life Extension, Oct 2007]

One of the superfoods that can give you a great foundation for cellular health are blueberries. They are among the most nutritious foods, with very high antioxidant activeity and anti-inflamatory properties.

Amla is an extremely nutritious fruit with the richest natural source of vitamin C, and protects cells from free radical damage. Acai is rich in Omega fats and is a great source of vitamins and minerals. - 17268

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Can You Get Ripped Abs Working Out With Ab Cruncher Machines?

By Tom Leverson

It is common to see adverts for abdominal cruncher machines on television or in magazines, but do they work? The answer is yes and no. Allow me explain further what I mean by this.

These machines exercise the different layers of ab muscles. These appliances enable you to exercise the various parts of the ab muscles. The idea is that these machines will stimulate the abs muscles to enlarge. However, they will not necessarily give you a set of rippling, muscular, lean abs. The reason being is that to get a set of ripped abs you will need to get rid of that layer of fat tissue that overlays the abs.

Ab crunchers will not get rid of the fat locally over the abdominal muscles. Doing hundreds or thousands of sit ups will not get rid of this fat layer for the exact same reason. The only way to achieve this is by reducing calorie intake and burning calories, therefore reducing fat all over the body.

Adding aerobic exercises to your exercise plan is the most effective way to burn off those calories. Also, exercises such as those that use the large muscles in the body such as the quads are good at burning calories.

The quadriceps are the big thigh muscles located at the upper part of the legs. A good exercise to stimulate the quads is squats. Due to the fact that they produce so much heat and burn a large amount of calories means they are great to help weight loss. They also stimulate the body's natural growth hormone production therefore encouraging muscle growth which is good for building those abdominal muscles.

Aerobic exercises include cycling, running and swimming. Performing these exercises over a longer period of time are ideal for burning fat. You will find using the machines at the gym will help you in keeping a steady pace.

These ab crunchers will, therefore, help you in getting a set of visible abdominal muscles but not without combining them with fat busting exercises. In as soon as 12 weeks you can see results if these measures are followed consistently. - 17268

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Remarkable Anti Aging Benefits Of Resveratrol And The Acai Berry

By Christine G Roberts

Resveratrol has in recent times been in the news. It is a polyphenol that is found in considerable quantities in red wine, selected berries including the blueberries and the acai berry, grape skins and grape juice. Polyphenols are usually in peak great quantity in the skins of the grapes and the pigment of the berries.

In a recent show on anti-aging on Oprah, Dr. Mehmet Oz talked about resveratrol and even suggested supplementing with this influential antioxidant. However, he did say that there have been no controlled studies on humans regarding this nutrient. He also did not give any direct endorsement to any product but only emphasized his faith in the healthiness promoting and anti-aging advantages of this influential antioxidant.

Resveratrol has been considered to be a possibility for the French paradox. The French tend to eat high-fat foods yet they have superior health and less cardiovascular diseases than other countries. Many studies have considered this wellbeing disparity and many judge that resveratrol may be part of the rationale why they benefit from superior health.

The majority of the exploration that has been conducted on resveratrol has been done on animals and not humans. Oftentimes when a significant advantage is found in the animal studies it soon translates to have a parallel outcome on humans, nonetheless, there have yet to be experiments conducted on the effects of resveratrol on humans so at this time it is still indefinite how the benefits of resveratrol will influence humans.

In the investigational studies on mice, the groups that were given resveratrol were more protected from obesity and diabetes. Both obesity and diabetes are powerful risk elements for heart disease. Then again, it is very fascinating to note that in order to reach the same levels of resveratrol that the mice were given, a human being would have to devour as many as 100 to 1000 bottles of red wine day after day, which is not possible not to mention that all of the advantages would be cancelled out owing to the injurious effects of excessive alcohol.

Further examination shows that resveratrol could be beneficial in reducing inflammation and blood clotting, both of which can be a risk factor for heart disease. More exploration is needed to know if this antioxidant was accountable for the reduced risk or if it could be another factor or combination of factors.

Even without the benefit of confirmed scientific studies, a lot of experts are recommending supplementation with resveratrol because of the likely benefits. You can take a supplement or you can also get resveratrol from including nourishing food in your daily diet.

Red wine, grape juice, grapes, blueberries, cranberries and all of the acai berry products all have major amounts of resveratrol along with a host of other nutrients that can work together synergistically. Including these beneficial foods in your daily diet can be very beneficial. - 17268

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6 Week Body Makeover - Learning How to Eat Right

By James Kim

The 6 Week Body Makeover Fast Track Menu Card (FTMC) is a great meal plan guide for those who become confused on what to eat when dieting. The FTMC is divided up into gender and by the Blue Print Body Type. This article will describe examples of meal types for each body type. As a male body type "A" here are the following foods that you will eat on the body makeover diet. There are three types of menu categories: easy, gourmet and rapid weight loss. All of the food items listed in this article is under the "easy" category.

This meal plan is for males with a body type "B" who want to use the "gourmet" meal plan. Breakfast consists of spring omelet primavera (with mushrooms, green peppers, onions & fresh basil) & a fresh fruit salad. Lunch consists of luau chicken kebabs - chicken breast skewers with pineapple, peppers, onions, cherry tomatoes & ginger marinade over seasoned rice.

After reading the menu, you might think that this is a tremendous amount of food. However, if you look at the portions of each meal, you will realize that you are spreading out your food intake throughout the day. Creating smaller portions while eating numerous times a day will trigger your metabolism to speed up.

Here is an example of a male body type "D" meal plan using the easy category. You will eat 4 oz. egg whites & 1 cup of oatmeal for breakfast. Mid-morning snack will consist of 4 oz. of lean steak or chicken & cup fruit. You can eat 4-5 oz. of chicken breast, 1 cup of rice & 1 cup of mixed veggies for lunch.

In conclusion, you don't have to be bored on a diet. The 6 Week Body Makeover is about eating healthy and changing you're eating habits. Diets don't work and smart eating is the key to losing weight loss. - 17268

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How To Gain Muscle Mass Without Putting On Weight

By Greg Correll

Two of the most common goals in fitness is to either -

1) Gain muscle

2) Burning fats

If you think that focusing on 2 goals together would speed up things and get you that perfect body that you want, think again! Both the goals will require you to do exactly the opposite of each other, therefore you should never concentrate on achieving both at the same time, doing so will only lengthen the process.

How are you going to gain muscle mass without gaining too much fats in the process? Understand that when trying to gain muscle, you'll need more than your regular daily calories intake, simply because you can not build muscle out of nothing.

Just before you make up your mind to binge eat all day long, understand this. Your body can only absorb the nutrients goodness so much, up to a point where your body can no longer assimilate the food intake, it will be turned into stored fats for further use. Therefore nobody gets ripped by eating too much, the key is simply to eat enough for muscle growth.

You should therefore aim to eat higher than your daily calories, but not too much to the point your body cant process them fast enough. Doing so will promote muscle growth instead of fats storing, as well as getting lean tissues in the process. How much is enough? Generally speaking, over 300-500 surplus of calorie intake couple with proper training would get you there faster, leaner and easier.

Bear in mind, you probably won't gain as much pounds as you like a week. Normal healthy rate is to gain about half to a pound a week. That is possible if you have the correct set of training. Although it's slow, but at least you get to keep track on your own body fat level and able to tweak when you see fit. If you start gaining fats, lower your intake slightly.

So, best way to gain muscle is not as simple as turning yourself into a eating machine, a slower approach and a better understanding of how your calorie intake and your metabolism works is the better way to go. You wouldnt want the time spend bulking turned into a fat burning process, and further pushes you away from your goal now, would you? - 17268

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Acne Antibiotics - Do Not Use Acne Antibiotics Before You Read This!

By Jason Cartwright

Many of us from all walks of life have to deal with acne, some of us worse than others. Since acne is a global issue, a number of modern acne antibiotics and oral treatments have hit the market. These antibiotics for acne are meant to cure your acne quicker than doing nothing about it.

While most prescriptions have unique methods of curing acne, the majority of these acne antibiotics are effective at reducing breakouts and even the scars from cystic acne. The safest, quickest and most popular acne treatments is taken orally.

While some dermatologists will start off with antibiotic ointments, when this cystic acne cure does not perform, oral treatments can be a good choice. For one thing, oral antibiotics control bacterium that inflammatory acne is comprised of. In actual fact, in a number of instances, oral antibiotics can reduce some types of acne in 90% of instances.

The second type of acne antibiotics are known as systematic antibiotics, which reduce the production of hormones that cause inflammation. The result is a milder case of acne, with reduced pinkness and swelling, and fewer acne scars.

The amount of time somebody with acne will need to make use of oral antibiotics is in general between four to six weeks before improvement is observed. The most important thing to bring to mind is to take the correct dose as prescribed and follow a fixed procedure. Once the acne begins to leave, the dosage of this acne cure treatment is slowly lowered and over time, it is stopped completely.

In a large proportion of instances, average to severe acne will get to the best level in 5 to 6 months, based on the individual's situation, the cure, and the keenness to taking it. Think of that systemic acne antibiotics used for removing acne are safe, that is why taking them for such a lengthy time is not harmful.

The good thing with oral antibiotics for acne is that they not only improve your skin and complexion, but they improve your confidence too. If you think that over half of Americans suffer from acne, these treatments can help a lot of people feel better about themselves.

So if left alone, acne can leave both physical and emotional scars. But with the correct acne antibiotics, your scars could be reduced and mended. If you are suffering from acne, let me tell that there is hope for you.

Before you try anything, speak to a skin specialist about using a pimple or cystic acne cure for your condition, so that in a few weeks you will be on track to clearer skin and improved self-confidence. Now that you know more about acne antibiotics and their effectiveness, you should do what you can to have the skin you always dreamed of. - 17268

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Choosing Protein Supplements: The Four Important Protein Sources

By Henrick Scofers

Protein is a nutrient which is essential to the human body, particularly for the muscle tissues. Nutritionists recommend a daily intake of about .3 grams of protein for every pound of body weight. Bodybuilders and other athletes, however require more protein in their diets to encourage muscle growth and to nourish their bodies to handle the demands of their workouts. These people should get about 1.25 grams/day of protein for each pound of body weight.

Not only is the amount of protein important, but the source of the protein also matters. For the average person, diet alone is sufficient to get the needed amount of protein, but for those who need more than the average amount of protein, there are protein supplements that are necessary. There are 4 different types of protein that can be used. Each reacts differently and so the type of protein used should be chosen carefully.

The 4 common types of protein supplements are whey, soy, egg and casein. Protein supplements can be strictly one type of protein or it can be a mix of, usually, two different types of protein.

Whey protein is derived from milk and is the protein source used in the majority of protein supplements. Whey protein contains both essential and nonessential amino acids. The essential amino acids are those which must be obtained through the diet since our bodies cannot produce them " and as you may have guessed, nonessential amino acids are those which we can produce, but may want more of through dietary sources. Whey protein is easily digested and used by the human body, the exception being those who have allergies to milk, who should avoid concentrated whey protein. As it happens, the concentrated form is preferred for protein supplements, being inexpensive to produce and containing between 30% and 85% protein by weight. There are also whey protein isolates, with a protein content of around 90%, which are more expensive. Whey protein is not only an excellent protein source, but also boosts immune function, contains amino acids and is helpful in speeding along muscle recovery after a workout.

Soy protein comes from soy flour. It is the most complete vegetable protein. It comes in concentrate and isolate and like whey, the isolate form is higher in protein content and more expensive. Soy protein is easy to digest and the perfect option for people who have milk allergies or are lactose intolerant. However, people with soy allergies can not tolerate soy protein. Soy protein can be added easily to food to increase the nutritional value and can help to lower cholesterol.

Egg protein is often mentioned as being the best protein supplements. This protein comes from egg whites and is quickly and completely digestible. Containing all of the essential amino acids, it's also a popular ingredient in protein supplements. However, there are those who are allergic to eggs and should not use protein supplements containing egg protein.

Casein is another protein derived from milk. Casein protein is digested more slowly than whey, which makes it a protein often combined with other, more quickly digester proteins. Casein protein is ideal for adding to pre-workout meals or before bed. As with whey protein, those with milk allergies should avoid casein protein.

Choosing the right protein is about choosing what your body will tolerate the best and what protein will work for your exercise habits the best. You should consider all pros and cons of each type before you make your final decision about protein supplements. - 17268

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