what's the difference between[protein] isolate and concentrate

[hongkongguy]

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[NPursuit]

Isolates offer a higher percentage of protein per volume. Most isolates are 90+% protein while concentrates typically range from 80-90%.

[eaglewrestler27]

Alright bro this should answer all your questions:
Milk Protein Isolate-
Description:
Milk protein isolate is a very high quality protein which is manufactured by a process in which casein and whey proteins are isolated together from fresh skim milk. This produces a very ideal form of protein which is nearly lactose free, a protein that is very beneficial to the intensely training athlete looking for lean tissue enhancements. Milk isolate will also provide a fast and slow absorption due to it’s makeup of whey and caseins, perfect for someone looking for the anabolic/anti-catabolic combination.

[eaglewrestler27]

Whey Protein Concentrate-
Whey Protein Concentrate is the simplest and cheapest form of whey protein by far, derived from sweet dairy whey and used extensively by many supplement companies in an effort to bolster protein content at an extremely favorable price, thus profit margin. Concentrate can vary anywhere from 34-80% protein, so even in the best form, there is only 80% useable product. Whey Concentrate is much higher in fat and carbs (lactose) than the premium Whey Isolates, therefore resulting in far less assimilation by the stomach and intestines. If someone has upset stomach problems with supplemental protein shakes the culprit is almost always Whey Concentrate.

[eaglewrestler27]

Ion Exchange Whey Isolate-
Description:
Ion Exchange is a procedure that separates the proteins based upon their electrical charge. The extraction process happens by controlling the electrical charge on the proteins using chemicals, and therefore attaching them to resins in the reaction vessel. The finished product is fat and lactose free and contains some of the microfractions necessary for muscle repair and overall health. Ion Exchange whey isolate is slightly higher in actual protein content than it’s competing isolate product (Cross Flow Microfiltered) however that does not necessarily guarantee it a superior product as it has a different mineral profile and some people feel the ceramic microfiltered method is a cleaner / more pure manufacturing process.

[eaglewrestler27]

Hope that answered all ur questions bro!

[hongkongguy]

wow....thanks bro

[hongkongguy]

so...isolate is the best right..

[eaglewrestler27]

definitely bro, concentrate will f*** w/ ur digestive track and it just falls short of isolate. If ur goin post workout just stick to whey, but for meal replacement use a whey/casein/egg mix. You get an abundant amount of amino acids that feed for a significant duration there after. You can also make your own meal replacement shake for bulking or cutting and it costs around $1 a day.... let me know if you want a recipe.

[NitroGenX]

Good read Eagle!, now if we can trust the manufacturers to put "quality" shit in our bottles. These days you can shit in a bottle and sell it.

[Th3w0rld1sm1ne]

Take isolate after workouts

Take concentrate before bedtime...

The con of it being tough to digest is a pro in that it releases the protien into your system more slowly giving your body time to absorb more when protien synthisis isn't at it's highest (anytime other than after a workout) Also, Taking isolate all the time robs you of alot of the growth factors and subfractions in concentrate. I can't find the exact article i read this in, but here's one that has some good points as well if you're interested...

http://www.strengthcats.com/wheyitisarticle13.htm

[Th3w0rld1sm1ne]

oh and good advice eagle on meal replacement... can you pm me that recipe bro? Thanks

[hongkongguy]

how long does islolate stay in your system??and caseinate??

[Crispy]

Can you also pm on that recipe?

[Th3w0rld1sm1ne]

That i don't know hongkongguy...

That would be an excellent question for a moderator probably... There is also a member around here somewhere that goes by "slightly enhanced"... I've read alot of his posts and he knows his stuff. It's a safe bet he would know if you can find him.

Post what you find out, i'd be interested to know myself.