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« on: August 01, 2009, 11:35:50 AM »
I have been taking the body fortress whey protein from holland and barrett and I have noticed a difference, but what I want to know is whats the difference between the one I'm using and the 100% whey protein?? is the 100% better??
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« Reply #1 on: August 01, 2009, 12:42:47 PM »


There's three types of marketed whey protein
1) Isolated - Mostly all of the carbs (including lactose) and fats are removed leaving usually 90%+ protein.  Most expensive.
2) Concentrate - Normally the cheapest.
3) Blend - Mixture of the above.  Usually has other nutrients mixed into it.

It appears Body Fortress has creatine in it, so that's probably the difference.
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    « Reply #2 on: August 01, 2009, 06:49:10 PM »
    If you're buying a concentrate that has nothing but whey protein in it, they're pretty much all the same. Some brands add other stuff in (like the creatine or amino acids) so that might make a slight difference, but it usually isn't a lot. Isolates have some advantages, but cost more, not worth it to me.

    Just get something that's low calorie with at least 20g a serving and you should be fine. Stuff like muscle milk has a lot of calories, even though it has some good stuff in it. Plain whey is my choice.
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    « Reply #3 on: August 02, 2009, 06:08:10 AM »
    I would not bother spending twice more money for protein powder with 1 gram of carb less in it per serving, that does not concern me.
    BUT I would spend more money in order to buy a protein powder with as less artificial stuff in it, stuff I cant google to see what they are.
    In conclusion, a plain whey with 20+g of protein with almost no artificial ingredients should be fine.

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    « Reply #4 on: August 07, 2009, 02:31:03 AM »
    I have found a 100% whey protein that is only £21.99 for standard 2lb tub, has 24g of protein per scoop. is made by PVL maxx essentials. I am trying this one out, and it seems to be better than the other and cheaper too. I got it from a shop called heros, but I dont know if thats a chain anywhere Tongue

    thanks for the help.
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    « Reply #5 on: January 24, 2012, 02:46:28 PM »
    hello every body,

    first thing first, i don't know how to post an article here, can some one help ? secondly if anyone knows about good and healthy whey protein available in UK .. i mean not the junk .. the real thing .. and where can i get it SmileySmiley thanx in advance
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    « Reply #6 on: January 25, 2012, 07:55:59 AM »
    I have used both whey 100% and whey-80 no difference in development of muscle. The difference is that the 80% costs a lot less and I can buy 40kg with the same sum I can buy 15KG off 100%.
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