Why Whey Protein Is The Trend ?-Adwait P Dileep

As we all know health is our most precious asset. “Health is wealth “. Good health and well-being enable us to live happily, fulfilling lives and free us up to achieve our full potential.

But In India, around 80% of the population is ‘Protein deficient ‘  and are struggling to meet their protein goals. On average every adult individual should intake at least 0.8 g - 1 gram of protein per kilogram of body weight of protein daily in their lives. The main factor in the lack of these essential elements in the people of India is the ‘Diet’. Any person who consumes a proper diet in their daily life won’t have any deficiencies in their body. But for people who can’t take a proper diet in their busy lives, these supplements are of great use.

So the sudden rise for Protein or why it is in trend, is because protein is one of the main nutrients that helps with muscle growth and these supplements can be both used for weight loss and also for gaining clean muscle mass without overeating and having more than our daily maintenance.

Another factor that every household has concerns and doubts about a supplement that is objectified as a “ poison “ to our body is “ Whey proteins “. Let’s talk about the truth of whey proteins and why the majority of Indian people believe it is an unhealthy or bad supplement. The main reasons are:- 

◦ Lack of education about supplements.

◦ Comparing whey proteins or any supplements to steroids. 

◦ Believing that supplements are only for people who go to the gym.  

 These are the common factors that the majority of people are believing. But let’s understand it by understanding the scientific studies about health supplements. First, what are Whey proteins? Whey protein is a mixture of proteins isolated from whey, the liquid material created as a by-product of cheese production. It is one of the top-tier proteins known for its easy digestibility and efficient absorption. Its primary components consist of nine essential amino acids such as beta-lactoglobulin (65%),alpha-lactalbumin (25%), and serum albumin (8%). It also contains branched-chain amino acids (BCAAs) like leucine, isoleucine, and valine. This protein is essential for promoting muscle growth, generating new tissue, and facilitating the repair of damaged tissues in the body.

 Another doubt that may occur to everyone is, how many types of whey proteins are in the market and which are the good and effective and safest to consume. There are three primary types of whey protein supplements: whey protein concentrate (WPC), whey protein isolate, and whey protein hydrolysate. 

These are the major truths about health supplements that everyone should know about without believing any myths.