Basics to Protein Powder Supplementing

You may have heard a lot about protein powder, but you may not know exactly what it is or the benefits that it has on your body. Protein powder is one of the best sources of healthy, lean protein that you can find and it can help in your weight loss efforts. A lot of athletes use it to help bulk up for competitions or events and some use it as a substitute for eating a lot of higher fat and higher calorie foods. Using protein particles is a way to help guarantee an adequate amount of protein to take in.

Protein concentrate is a way of making sure that your body has the raw resources that it needs to be able to function properly and build lean muscle. Most protein powder is virtually tasteless and flavorless and several people like to blend it with other foods or beverages in order to be able to ingest it. Protein powder can be easily mixed with milk or soy milk to make powerful protein shakes and can come in different flavors to help you enjoy the taste better and still be able to get all of the benefits of protein powder.

You may have not been aware that protein powder comes in different kinds and forms and they are all not alike. It is up to you to decide which one is best for your body, which one tastes the best and which one is the easiest for your body to digest. Protein powder is one of the most popular supplements for weight trainers and body builders. A lot of athletes and body builders choose whey protein powder as their favorite source for protein. Whey protein powder is generally one of the easiest to digest of the supplements and is agreeable with most people who try it. Other types of protein powder are casein, soy, salmon, help, egg white and also a cranberry protein powder.

If you are looking for a protein powder that includes a couple different kinds of proteins in it, there are some available that combine different sources such as whey and casein and are very popular because of the way the body digests the protein that is in them and for the taste and texture. If you are prone to having food allergies to certain food like lactose or aspartame, there are soy protein powders and egg white protein powder that are much easier to digest and will not be likely to upset your stomach as ones that have cow milk or lactose as an ingredient.

You may need to try different kinds of protein powder until you find the one that is best suited for you. You may want to try mixing the protein powder with different beverages or making a smoothie with it if you have problems handling the taste. They are available in most health food stores and a lot of grocery stores that carry sport nutrition products. They can range in price greatly, and depending on your individual needs for the protein powder, some may be more affordable than other.

It also depends on what reason you are taking the protein powder and how much you are consuming every day. If you are taking a protein powder supplement because you are only trying to increase your protein intake without having to consume a lot of protein food, you may want to buy a smaller container of protein powder to ensure that it stays fresh. If you are doing weight training, or preparing for a competition or body building you may want to buy the protein powder in bulk to help you save some money. Most stores carry a variety of sizes and brands of protein powder, and it is advisable to try a small container of one kind first to make sure that it works for you and that you are able to properly digest it. If you are looking for one of the most widely used and available sources of protein powder, whey protein powder is usually available almost everywhere where nutritional supplements are sold, and you are likely to find the most variety with whey protein. It is one of the best sources of protein and comes in different brands and is one of the best ways to directly deliver powerful protein right to the source and help you to build lean muscles without giving you the high fat intake or high calories and cholesterol that you can get from eating other kinds of protein rich foods.

---

LiveLeanToday.com offers discount prices and a large selection of whey protein powders, egg protein powders, and more.

Zero Stim Stimulant Free Supplement Review

-This powerful concentrate is also known as OEA. Users of OEA quickly note a decrease in hunger. When you eat, OEA levels increase and this fat lipid works to decrease your appetite by informing the sensory nerves, which provide feedback to your brain telling you that you are full. By consuming extra OEA as in Zero-Stim™, you are essentially tricking your body into thinking that you have already eaten. This in turn will activate PPAR alpha, which will decrease appetite, support fat burning and help block unwanted fat storage. The really cool thing about OEA is it’s non-stimulant effects!

• Punica Granatum Flower Concentrate

-Punica Granatum Flower Concentrate has shown positive influence on activators, which are widely used in the treatment of type-2 diabetes with a major focus on improving the sensitivity of insulin receptors. The major active compound in Punica Granatum Flower is gallic acid. Research shows the support of gallic acid, which inhibits fat cells from feeding on glucose and the right extraction, has been shown in mammal studies to induce muscle cell insulin sensitivity. When fat is starved and muscle is fed, you will have a favorable change in body composition.

*NOTE: Insulin Sensitivity and Fat:
-One reason that we accumulate fat is due to insulin. Insulin is one of the most anabolic substances on the planet, but unfortunately it can be anabolic to fat cells as well. The reason is because of partitioning meaning that insulin can store calories in fat or muscle. As we gain fat, muscle cells tend to become less sensitive to insulin and fat cells tend to become ever so accommodating. This then results in the fat getting the lion’s share of consumed calories. When you diet or cut caloric intake, the muscle starts to shrink and the fat cells have the upper hand in the fight for calories, which is why most lose more muscle than fat when dieting. Therefore, the goal is to stimulate muscle cell insulin sensitivity and decrease fat cell feeding frenzies. This repartitioning effect is of paramount importance in favorably altering your body composition.

• Clary Sage Concentrate

-Clary Sage Extract has a really cool effect due to its cAMP stimulating value. There is a significant similarity between compounds in this interesting herb and Thyroid Stimulating Hormone (TSH). As most are aware, increased TSH means fat burning anabolism, thereby promoting T-3 production.
The TSH-like effect that clary sage extract stimulates, triggers an enzyme called adenylate cyclase in the thyroid. This results in an increase in cAMP activity and subsequently extra T-3 production. This is important because it is done naturally, which means there is no suppression of your existing T-3 levels. Furthermore, since there is an increase in cAMP, there is an accompanying increase in nitrogen retention.

• Beta AET ECPE

-This DHEA metabolite specifically formulated by ALR Industries promotes fat loss and lean mass retention. We have all heard and in many cases experienced, the positive effects of DHEA and its even better metabolites. More specifically, Beta-AET ECPE inhibits the 11b-HSD-1 enzyme both locally and systemically. This means that there is less conversion of cortisone to cortisol in muscle as a result of training and everywhere else due to stress like dieting. Based upon the studies, it appears that in mediating this pathway, Beta-AET ECPE increases immune function and aids in the recovery of cells as well. It also has a stimulatory affect upon the thyroid gland to support natural thyroid hormone production. Therefore, you end up with less cortisol, a higher metabolic rate, inhibition of that nasty negative thyroid hormone production feedback loop, less fat, more lean muscle and positive support to your health.

*IN CONCLUSION:
Zero-Stim™ is the ultimate stimulant-free stand alone or stackable synergistic supplement for any serious fat loss system! It provides inhibition of fat, burning of fat, appetite suppression, thyroid support, lean mass retention and improved immune function-all-in-one!

ZERO-STIM™ Q & A’s:

Q: Why was the product’s name Special Tactics™ changed to Zero-Stim™?

A: We could give you a few “marketing” answers to address this question, but lets just say it for what it is. Special Tactics™ was a silly name for a great product. Most likely if you are reading this you are well aware of the exceptional results achieved when using Hyperdrive 3.0 +™. Zero-Stim™, which is also part of our fat loss series, is stimulant-free. It burns fat, suppresses appetite, improves blood sugar control and suppresses cortisol.

Q: I am an older woman looking for that perfect weight loss product. My friends love your supplement line, but my husband & I hate feeling all jittery and moody from fat burners. Can you help me?

A: Zero-Stim™ was made just for you! It is our stimulant –free fat burner/appetite suppressant. We have had so much positive feedback from this amazing product. We actually have a motto for Zero-Stim™ - “No Jiggles, No Jitters, No Problem!” Once you try it, you will be sold on its science and results. Get yours today and see for yourself. Please send us a testimonial once you have achieved your desired results from Zero-Stim™. We love seeing people enjoy a happy, healthy life well into their golden years and we might even put it in our magazine- ALR or here on our website.

Q: Will Zero-Stim™ effect or disturb my sleep at all?

A: No, Zero-Stim™ has no CNS stimulants in it. If you are looking for that perfect stimulant-free fat burner, which is as effective as Hyperdrive 3.0+™ then Zero-Stim™ is your answer!

Q: What is the optimal time to take Zero-Stim™?

A: Typically, you want to take Zero-Stim™about 15 minutes before major meals throughout the day. This will allow your body to take advantage of the nutrient portioning effects as well as the heightened insulin sensitivity that comes from use of Zero-Stim™.

Q: Can I take Hyperdrive 3.0+™ with Zero-Stim™?

A: Zero-Stim™ was designed to be a great stand alone product for those who do not like the stimulant effects, but want the results like seen with Hyperdrive 3.0+™. However, the synergy of Zero-Stim™ in conjunction with Hyperdrive 3.0+™ produces an even stronger overall effect. Also, for those of you who use Hyperdrive 3.0+™ in the morning and who want to keep the effects rolling all day long without the over use of stimulants, Zero-Stim™ is the answer.