What is the best protein powder to buy? I get this question all the time, and really, there is no better protein – many are great for different reasons! In my opinion, it is useless and possibly harmful to stick to one brand for the following reasons:

a) I always recommend that you cycle your supplements so your body doesn’t get used to them and thus lessen their effect.

b) Just for a change, it breaks the monotony and allows you to try different brands.

c) Take advantage of the unique qualities offered by various brands.

d) It’s a good idea to change the powders you use frequently so you don’t develop worse food intolerances or allergies. A mix that combines several protein sources (i.e. casein, egg, whey, and even beef if you can find it) is your best bet. I highly recommend the following: MD+ Myosin Protein Complex, Beverly International Muscle Provider, Biotest Low-Carb GROW! and CNP Professional ProPeptide.

High-quality whey protein powders (eg, Catanzaro Supplements Post-Workout Formula) are great choices for post-workout nutrition, as they get into your system quickly to fuel those depleted muscles. Casein, on the other hand, is a slow-release protein, as it turns back into a solid in the intestine, prolonging digestion; this would be an ideal option before your workouts or before bed.

However, when it comes to whey powder, the profile of the amino acid complex determines the quality. I have in my possession a list of protein powders that have been tested for quality by an independent laboratory, but since I don’t want any of these companies to follow me, I will only release that information to my customers. Remember one thing, you get what you pay for! Keep it in mind. Also, some people are quite sensitive to aspartame and lactose, so you’ll need to find free versions of these. Taste will ultimately determine if you buy that powder again. Write some of your comments about these products. I would love to hear your comments.

One more thing, you could even mix protein powder with other foods to increase the protein content and improve the flavor. Mixing protein powder with oats (slow-cooked) is one option, but here’s another. I call it my “sleeping concoction.” Add a scoop of Xtreme Formulations Ultra Peptide (vanilla) to a mixture of ricotta (whey) and cottage cheese (casein). This not only provides an anabolic and anti-catabolic effect during sleep, but also tastes amazing – it’s like eating the cream filling of a cannoli without the puff pastry layer! Try it.