Whey Protein Isolate

Whey is the highest biological value protein source, and as a result, isolate is a "complete protein".

This means that it provides all the amino acids necessary to fulfil protein functions and, because the body cannot produce them on its own, they must be incorporated through the diet.

One of the most sought-after functions of this supplement is to increase muscle mass.

Protein isolate is an excellent source for this purpose thanks to its high nutritional quality, which makes it a source of amino acids available to increase muscle protein synthesis.

The treatment processes of whey protein isolate make it the cleanest protein, with the highest protein content and lowest carbohydrate and fat content of the whey options.

This is because the combination of ultrafiltration and microfiltration (CFM) allows much more of the protein content to be isolated than in Whey Protein Concentrate (WPC), removing a higher percentage of the carbohydrates and fats naturally present in whey.

Lactose is the sugar in milk, and represents practically all the carbohydrate content of any whey protein.

Isolate is the whey protein with the lowest level of carbohydrates, and therefore, lactose, as the membrane treatment through which the protein is processed filters this sugar, reducing it significantly.

The majority of these supplements has between 1 and 1.5% lactose, tolerable quantities for the majority of people who are lactose intolerant. Even so, is not considered a lactose free product according to European legislative regulations.

Digestion of isolated whey protein is faster than other sources, for various reasons:

Less carbohydrates and fat

As a food preparation with such a low content of these nutrients, it is digested faster than other protein sources that contain more sugars and/or fats.

Rapid absorption

Whey (protein concentrate, isolate and hydrolysate) is rapidly absorbed. This makes it a fast protein, ideal for supplementing breakfasts, as part of a pre-workout and/or post-workout.

Anybody. We all consume protein in our diet. In fact, they are nutritionally indispensable, and protein isolate is an ideal food preparation for increasing protein intake.

It is usually recommended for athletes, as they require more protein and sometimes find it difficult to meet their needs through regular food intake alone.

Even so, it is still a high quality nutritional food source for anyone interested in increasing their protein intake.

Around 2-3 hours. You can eat before, or even after, but approximately 120 minutes after ingestion, the amino acid concentration starts to decrease and it is time for another protein intake.

Yes. Whey protein isolate combines with a multitude of food supplements, in fact there are no known negative interactions with these products.

A classic and highly recommended combination is to mix creatine monohydrate and whey isolate protein in the same shake.

Yes. Heating the protein may make it mix worse or taste different, but it can be done without a problem.

There are no serious side effects. The most common adverse effects are mild digestive discomfort, usually resulting from difficulty in digesting a large amount of dietary protein in bolus all at once).

Digezyme® complex enzyme is an example of enzymes used by Evolate 2.0 with proteases, enzymes that facilitate the degradation of protein structures.

In healthy subjects, with no previous pathological conditions, there appears to be no risk.

Research by Antonio, J., a researcher specialising in the potentially adverse effect of high protein intake, consistently shows that high diets of more than 3g/kg/day are not harmful for periods of up to one year.

People with any type of pathology should consult their doctor before starting a specific dietary programme.

Both whey protein isolate and whey protein concentrate are great options. Whey Protein Iso is a superior version, containing more protein and less carbohydrates and fat.

This difference becomes more latent in definition processes or weight loss, where daily caloric consumption is lower. In volume or mass gain phases, the differences are smaller.

No. Isolate is a nutritional source of protein for both men and women, and has no virilising effects and does not cause excessive muscle mass gain. Isolate protein products for women are therefore just marketing.

Hydrolysate is a protein isolate that has undergone a hydrolysis process, and is therefore a lactose-free protein.

Hydrolysed protein can also be better than protein isolate before and after training, as its digestibility is even better.

No, isolate whey protein isn't fattening. In fact, it is a food preparation with a moderate amount of calories (A serving of WPI provides around 120kcal); so it can be a very useful substitute to other protein foods with more fat and/or carbohydrates in stages of fat loss.

No. Meal replacements must meet the criteria set out in the Commission Directive 96/8/EC of 26 February 1996 concerning foods intended for use in energy-restricted diets for weight reduction, and Whey Protein Isolate does not meet the required characteristics.

What it can do is substitute protein-rich foods within meals in a healthy, complete and balanced diet.

It is not suitable for milk protein allergy sufferers, but is suitable for other allergies. Suitable for vegetarians, but not for vegans.

Watch out!

Many whey protein isolates are not suitable for soy allergy sufferers, as they use soy lecithin. At HSN, Evolate 2.0 and 100% Whey Protein Isolate are free of this ingredient.

Independently accredited. Any other method (solubility, texture and acidity) is neither reliable nor sensitive to the nutritional quality of the product.

Look for companies with certifications that guarantee the quality standards of the production process:

• GMP, GWP, GHP.
• Complies with ISO norms.
• IFS / BRCGS.
• HACCP.
• Internal control processes under own criteria.

HSN is a company concerned with and committed to doing well in the sports nutrition industry. HSN Quality warranty has several of the most recognised certifications, and we are also working to obtain additional certifications.