Which kind of protein works best for women?

[topgunner]

Someone recently told me that soy protein is the best protein for women. Does anyone know why this would be true or if there is any evidence to support this? I currently have soy protein powder and have been using it... should I keep this up or switch to whey or something else?

[anth28]

Women can benefit from the same protein powder that men use. Saying otherwise is like saying women can only drink a certain type of milk or eat a certain type of eggs Personally I would go with whey protein and ditch the soy, not unless you are a vegetarian.

[terracotta]

There is no evidence that soy would be better than whey. I'd only suggest soy to a vegan.

I use ON 100% Whey to up protein when eating at maintenance or higher, and whey/casein blends (eg. Ultra Peptide 2, BSN Lean Dessert) when eating for fat loss (as they are more filling).

[pasmoof]

my wife takes dedicated womens whey she likes it its a good whey isolate

[topgunner]

ok thanks everyone, i just wanted to clear that up :]... and for the record, im not a vegan :]