Why Does Only Protein Meal Replacer Contain Protease and What Will It Do For Me?

On October 1, 2013, in Uncategorized, by Editor
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A number of people consume meal replacement protein powder to boost their daily protein intake and keep their metabolism up; but many will be surprised that not all protein powders are absorbed equally. Only Protein meal replacer contains protease—an enzyme responsible for digesting proteins and making sure that your body gains all of the benefits that Only Protein’s meal replacement protein powder has to offer.

Protease is considered one of the most important enzymes in our bodies due to its ability to break down one of the most difficult substances to metabolize: protein. Without a significant protease to protein ratio, undigested protein can wind up in your circulatory system and other parts of your body. While no harmful effects have been linked to undigested protein in the body, without proper digestion, your energy and metabolism levels are more likely to drop by missing out on the protein’s nutrients.

When digested properly, protease is helpful in fighting colds, flus, and cancerous tumor growths. Due to this, protease is used in various forms of therapy and has been considered notable in several clinical studies linking its benefits in oncology, inflammatory conditions, blood rheology control, and immune regulation.

By having protease in our meal replacement protein powder, you can help clean up your blood stream, restore your energy and balance by properly digesting the protein you consume. With each meal replacement protein shake, you can feel better and be better prepared to fight off illnesses such as a cold or flu that may otherwise prevent you from working out, or even getting to work.

Adding Only Protein’s meal replacement protein powder to your diet when you are either unable to prepare a solid meal or are trying to drop weight can ensure that you’re consuming the highest quality whey protein and non-GMO ingredients that will keep you energized, full, and ready to take on your next workout or workday!

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Protein Powder Versus Meal Replacement Powder: What’s the Difference?

On September 27, 2013, in Uncategorized, by Editor
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Protein powders and meal replacement protein powders are often located on the same shelves at gyms and health supplies stores and have strikingly similar packaging and labels. Because of this, it’s no wonder one of the most frequent questions gyms and health supply stores receive is, “What is the difference between protein powders and meal replacement protein powders?” Learning the differences between protein powder and meal replacement protein powder can help you learn more about how protein is beneficial to your body and when it’s suggested to consume either of the two.

The main difference between protein powders and meal replacement protein powders are the ingredients. Typically, a straight protein powder is mainly going to contain whey protein. Protein powders don’t tend to have a lot of vitamins or minerals that typically are suggested for a well-balanced meal as they are meant to be consumed in addition to a well-balanced meal, instead of replacing one. Protein powders alone do not include enough vitamins, carbohydrates or fiber to sustain energy in our bodies the way solid healthy foods can.

Protein powders therefore, are suggested to be consumed directly following a workout or before bed. Eating is suggested within 30-45 minutes after a workout, but there isn’t always time to get home and make a healthy meal within that timeframe. Having protein powder allows the body to consume amino acids that can begin muscle repair to your torn up muscles that were worked during your exercise. While a balanced meal is still suggested within 3-4 hours after a workout, having a scoop of protein powder for ladies and two for men, allows the quickest route to get the amino acids working on repairing your muscles.

Having protein powder before bed is also a great time, as the body repairs muscle the most while we sleep. Blending a chocolate or vanilla Only Protein shake can be a great way to satisfy late-night cravings in a healthy way, while helping prepare your body for muscle-repair while you sleep. Since amino acids are the building blocks and adhere to your muscles, by having protein powder before bed you’re more likely to wake up feeling stronger and less sore.

Meal replacement protein powders on the other hand, tend to have a higher fiber count along with added vitamins and minerals to qualify as a balanced meal. While not suggested to replace all meals, if you’re prone to skipping meals or going 5-7 hours without eating, meal replacement protein powder is a great way to keep your metabolism and energy levels up until you have time to make a well-balanced meal later on. Only Protein’s meal replacement protein powder has around the same amount of calories as the basic protein powder, but has increased levels of Vitamin A, Biotin, Vitamin C, Vitamin B12 and Folic Acid, among others. Meal replacement protein powders are more likely to keep you feeling full for longer and help you curb cravings.

Finding a balance between when to have regular Only Protein protein powder and Only Protein meal replacement protein powder can help your body stay energized, keep your metabolism up, fight cravings, and help your body repair torn muscles in-between workouts. Now, the real question is vanilla, or chocolate!

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