Is Raw Better?

‘What Protein Should We Use?

- Darren Nicholhurst

If there is one nutritional question that bodybuilders are asked, it’s always, ‘Do protein powders work?’ I believe that it’s all about what suits your body and time available. If you’re able to make a good protein shake from egg whites with some natural flavouring, then great. But if you’re on the road with limited time, then it’s better to have a shake that suits you than nothing at all. Here are some points to think about when your deciding what suits your lifestyle:

Are proteins all the same?

Not all protein powders are created equal. The key to choosing the right protein powder for you comes with experimentation, sound advice and measuring your results - but there are a few things worth thinking about before you make your purchase.

One of the most important things to consider is whether your protein has been heat treated. The vast majority of protein powders on the market have been heat treated, as this is the most cost-effective form of processing. A raw protein, on the other hand, may not be as cheap to make - but it is certainly the most effective choice for your body and general health.

Why choose raw protein?

To be considered a ‘raw’ protein, a product cannot be exposed to heat above 42°C / 107°F at any time during processing. Maintaining low temperatures throughout the manufacturing process locks in all the valuable nutrients and enzymes that allow us to efficiently digest the protein- meaning that your product gets to work exactly where it is needed.