Protein is the body's building block for everything. Our muscles, skin, organs, hair and nails are all made from protein. Protein is a necessary component to making the immune system work, digestive processes function and blood flow. Protein is vital. Without it our bodies would begin to break down muscle in order to produce the protein it needs. When we eat, our body breaks down the protein in food to create amino acids. These amino acids are transported in the blood and brought to places in need inside our body. Unlike carbs and fats which our body can store, our body is not good at storing protein, this is why getting protein into your system after a workout is so important. Your body cannot pull from reserves. Here are some forms of protein explained: WHEY PROTEIN ISOLATE: Whey protein comes from milk. In fact, milk is 20% whey and 80% casein (which we will talk about later). Most protein in protein supplements, bars and powders is whey. It’s one of the fastest absorbing proteins, which makes it great for post-workout recovery. When a protein can be easily absorbed it can get to the muscles faster, helping them build and repair. It also is known to enhance the immune system. Whey has higher levels of leucine, the amino acid responsible for protein synthesis (muscle repair). There are two types of Whey: Whey Concentrate: Whey concentrate is the least expensive form of protein. While not lactose-free it has a very low lactose level, which some people who are just mildly sensitive to dairy can seem to handle. It also contains small amounts of fat, as opposed to its nearly fat-free counterpart, whey isolate. Whey Isolate: Whey Isolate is the highest quality whey. It is virtually fat-free and lactose-free. However, some people may find they still get a bloated feeling from whey. Consistency wise whey isolate tends to have a thinner consistency (since it lacks fat), and taste better. Pure Whey Isolates, like the ones found in SFH products are made from organic cow’s milk that is hormone and dairy-free. It is important to look at the ingredients of the products when picking your protein. Some contain only whey concentrate, others only whey isolate, and some combine both. What they use will have an impact on you, and especially your gut.
- Fuel For Fire (Whey Isolate)
- Fluid Recovery (Whey Isolate)
- Infinit Mud (Whey Isolate)
- SFH Fuel (Organic-Grass Fed Whey Isolate)
- First Endurance EFS (Whey Isolate & Hydrolyzed Whey)
- Power Bar Triple Threat (Whey, Whey Isolate, Soy Protein Isolate)
- Klean Isolate (Whey Isolate)
- Clif Shot Recovery (Whey Protein Isolate, Milk Protein Concentrate)
- Osmo Recovery for Women (Whey Protein Isolate, Micellar Casein)
- Osmo Acte Recovery (Whey Protein Isolate, Micellar Casein)
- Vega Smoothie (Pea Protein)
- Vega Recovery Accelerator (Pea Protein)
- Svelte Shake (Soy Protein)
- Pro Bar Core (Soy Protein)
- Navitas Hemp Seed (Hemp Protein)
- All Good Provisions Nuts (Almond, Pecans, assorted)
- Skout Trail Pack (Pumpkin Seeds)