Home Workout Essentials: NOW Foods Organic Whey Protein Powder
February 23rd, 2012 • 14 Comments | Leave a Comment »
Why even use protein powder in the first place? Why not just eat this instead?
Welp, protein powder is an individual decision. I knew dang well my continued body transformation and elevated sexiness ratio would require additional protein, especially since I don’t eat a ton of meat.
So I did my due diligence before my first purchase of NOW Foods Organic 100% Pure Whey Protein Isolate. I sought the opinion of protein users that I know. I read labels and did side-by-side comparisons with my eyeballs. I lurked on forums where people discuss protein powders. I read testimonials on review sites. And I didn’t rush in. I took my time with all of this before deciding on NOW.
Many of the most infamous brands out there I instantly scratched & clawed off my list with my bare fingernails because of the crap they contain. If the protein powder contains Aspartame, Sucralose or Acesulfame-K, it’s not getting near my food trap. If you’re using a powder already and it contains one of these ingredients, please consider running far away from it. Those are artificial sweeteners and they are NOT good for your health.
NOW Foods is family owned and been around since 1968. They take a clean, organic approach to their products. Here’s what they say about the protein powder:
“NOW® Certified Organic Whey Protein is an all-natural whey protein that is concentrated from organic milk, which was produced without the use of synthetic growth hormones (rBGH), antibiotics, or pesticides. It is processed by low temperature ultrafiltration to limit denaturation of the proteins, and is both bioavailable and easily digested.”
Complete supplement/nutrition facts
But How’s The Taste and Other Benefits?
Now contains NO sugar and has 24 grams of protein per scoop. It dissolves well in liquids and is virtually flavorless. It’s proven to be a wonderful protein-boost in my morning Shakeology feeding. Check it out:
15 grams in Shakeology + 24 grams in NOW = 39 grams of protein
I’ve been using the Whey powder for over a month now. I haven’t had any stomach issues, including no bellyaching, bloating or farting symptoms that protein bars used to give me. Because the last thing I wanna do is fart in my office and then a co-worker walks in. Yes, that’s happened to me before.
One of other key benefits has been the powder’s ability to aid in my muscle recovery after a badass workout. I’m experiencing less soreness and faster recovery time in general, which means I can resume further badass-ness with minimal delays. NOW Foods Protein Powder is definitely a new, permanent fixture among my Home Workout Essentials. Go on and read more NOW testimonials for yourself and decide if it’s right for YOU.
Booyah!
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Geosomin February 23rd, 2012 at 13:03
Looks tasty. I started drinking protein shakes after a workout was for the same reasons: I don’t have a lot of meat and protein in my diet (tho I try) and when I have protein after I workout I not only ache less the next day but I am less likely to devour my own arm out of hunger later in the day.
Nom nom.
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yumyucky Reply:
February 23rd, 2012 at 1:23 pm
Greedy Baby once devoured my arm. She bit me in 3 places out of pure toddler rage because I wouldn’t give her candy. I forgot to ask her if my arm tastes like chicken. Totally forgot.
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Molly Nitka February 23rd, 2012 at 14:55
I use whey protein. Not so much as I used to but its an easy way to get my protein in. Usually after I do some sort of lifting.
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@somerskys February 23rd, 2012 at 16:36
thanks josie! love me some protein powder, i put it in my smoothies, cause like u i dont eat alot of meat so this helps with my protein allocation:’) also i predict that you are the NEXT OPRAH. but a really funny happy healthy kinda OPRAH that encourages pl to eat right but not in a stuckup way. so thats my put, WATCH THE YUM UR YUCKY SHOW!
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Yum Yucky Reply:
February 23rd, 2012 at 7:09 pm
you need to hook me up with a famous producer connection out there on the west coast. But I am NOT doing the casting couch thing. m’kay?
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@somerskys Reply:
February 24th, 2012 at 11:24 am
@Yum Yucky, for show! u silly,:) ur talent,(makin ppl laugh and want to workout and eat right) will make a way for u NOT stupid silly superficial stuff. thats what im sayin. its the onlyyyyy way to be all the time!! WATCH THE YUM UR YUCKY SHOW!!!!costarring greedy baby
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NarkSide Reply:
March 20th, 2012 at 9:39 am
@@somerskys, I totally agree: @Yum Yucky needs her own show.
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Brittany February 23rd, 2012 at 19:05
I loovee love love this brand. I used to work at a smoothie shop and this was my FAVORITE protein to use. It is delicious and was one of the few we had without the artificial sweeteners.
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cuppypowers February 23rd, 2012 at 21:28
You have made the leap into the world of Protein powders?! Be warn there are many many yummylious flavors out there. p.s. did you get my birthday card?
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Yum Yucky Reply:
February 24th, 2012 at 10:55 am
oh, phooey. I didn’t get your card yet. I just checked the mail again today. It will still be extra awesome when I receive it Can’t wait! I still have the postcard you sent me. It’s such a beautiful picture.
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cuppypower Reply:
February 25th, 2012 at 8:30 am
@Yum Yucky, the card is coming to the address where i sent my postcard. do let me know when you get it! I hope the postman has been good and will deliver it soon!
Oh, and i recomend the GoldStandard 100% Whey Protein Isolates in Mocha Cappachino…. just watch out if you do try it, you won’t be able to stop. It’s a awsome, reasonably priced product with good results for managing muscle pain. xxx
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yumyucky Reply:
February 25th, 2012 at 9:31 pm
I didn’t get it yet (you sent to my home address, which is cool). I’ll keep my eyeballs peeled!
KCLAnderson (Karen) February 24th, 2012 at 12:45
I have recently discovered that I am moderately lactose intolerant and this exact same whey protein powder is part of the culprit! I am able to have Shakeology because it has both lactose and lactase, which is the enzyme that helps digest lactose. So I’ve been on the lookout for a non-whey, non-GMO protein powder that either has no flavor is vanilla flavored. As much as I love Shakeology, sometimes I don’t want chocolate…or wish to add my own fresh fruits for flavor.
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Jody - Fit at 54 February 24th, 2012 at 18:31
I use whey isolate & also a casein mix for different reasons & been doing that for years. I use to make smoothies but I am more into food in my old age so I mix it into just about everything I can to up the protein. I work better with a bit more protein & with age, well, I have had to change things up so I do take in more protein but I am not a super low carb gal – just have to make it all work.
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