Protein Powder Persuasive Speech

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I bet you are wondering what happened to Day 19? Well, it appears we celebrated day 17 two times. So, today is Day 20 of the Travel Fit Challenge! Only two days left to go!

DAY 20 : WHAT THE WHEY?!

One of the most challenging aspects of traveling is finding healthy, portable protein options. My go to during travel is whey protein. I pack single serving size packets and mix it with milk, water, Greek yogurt, or even a bottled fruit smoothie (like Odwalla Juice).

You have probably heard that protein powder is a great addition to a healthy lifestyle, which is true! However, if you have ever gone into a nutrition store to buy protein powder, you also know there are about a million choices.

SO WHAT IS THE BEST PROTEIN POWDER FOR YOU?

There are many factors that go into finding the best protein powder for you. Let's explore each type. …show more content…

Whey can help repair muscles post-strength session and increase muscle strength and size when consumed within two hours of your workout. Whey protein is also popular for weight loss, as it had been shown to reduce appetite and keep you full, longer.
Depending on processing, there are three types of whey protein available. The first is whey protein concentrate which is about 70 – 80%, contains some lactose, and has been known to be the best tasting whey. The second is whey protein isolate which contains a higher amount of protein, typically 90& or higher as well as less lactose and fat than whey protein concentrate. However, whey protein isolate is missing many beneficial nutrients that can be found in whey protein concentrate.

The final kind of whey protein is whey protein hydrolysate which is pre-digested so that it is absorbed faster by the

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