Soy & Whey Protein Powder for Weight Loss

Soy protein is a complete protein which is low in fat, free from cholesterol, low in calories, and gluten and lactose free. It is suitable for vegetarians and vegans and is used to make a variety of things such as tofu, meat substitutes, milk and cheese. Whey protein isolate is also a complete protein that is easy to digest and used to make protein shakes, powders and bars.

Different Kinds of Protein

• Protein takes a longer time to digest than other food, which means that you feel full for a longer time and reduce the need to snack. For this reason, protein also helps to stabilize blood sugar levels. For those who are also exercising, protein supports muscle recovery and repair. It gives you more energy so you can work out harder and helps with the recovery so you can do this more frequently, thereby losing weight.

  Foods that contain high amounts of protein are generally all meats, beans, nuts, eggs and dairy. Some of these can be high in cholesterol and fats, so you need to be careful when trying to lose weight to not overeat red meat, cheese and egg yolk.

  Soy protein is derived from soybeans and is gluten, lactose and cholesterol free. It is a complete protein containing all essential amino acids that is easy to digest. Many products are made from soy beans including milk, cheese, tofu and meat substitutes such as burgers and soy chicken.

  Whey protein isolate is a high-quality, complete protein that is made from a component in cow's milk. It is also easy to digest, gluten free and suitable for those who are lactose intolerant and vegetarians. It comes in powder form in flavors such as chocolate and vanilla, and can be used to make protein shakes and other high-protein foods. It can also be found in ready-made protein drinks and protein bars. Whey protein isolate drinks can be used to replace meals due to their high-protein content, and they are usually blended in a formula containing other vitamins and nutrients.

  Both types of protein are low in calories and can assist with weight loss.

How to Incorporate Protein in the Diet

• Start the day with a high dose of protein, either in the form of a protein shake or a soy food or drink product. This will jump-start your metabolism and give you energy to start your day, but also keep you feeling satisfied and full for longer. Use the protein shakes to replace a meal or snack each day to keep the calories down in an easy-to-digest liquid meal. Have a protein drink within 30 minutes after exercise to help support recovery, and muscle repair and development. The more lean muscle you have, the more calories you will burn, which will help you lose weight. Aim to consume between 50 and 75g of protein each day.