Cold Processed Protein

[LeeKun]

I've read a little recently about cold processed protein vs. heat processed protein. If the stuff I'm reading holds true, then I think a LOT of us have been getting the shaft for a long time. If protein is heated during the manufacturing process, then it loses a huge amount of its bioavailability.

After I looked at the most commonly used proteins, the only one I saw that has cold processed whey in their ingredients was MyoFusion.

For two years now I've been strictly using Whey Isolates and it seems now that the perception that blends are "worse" is way off. So my hat goes off to Gaspari for putting the best ingredients in MyoFusion!

[DASBUNKER]

i read a lot before jumping into conclusions... not "a little".

but thats just me and myofusion is awesome

P.S. still lol'd at getting the shaft

[LeeKun]

i read a lot before jumping into conclusions... not "a little".

but thats just me and myofusion is awesome

P.S. still lol'd at getting the shaft

Well more than a little. I was just speaking figuratively. Not a dumb post with
out any thought.

[eldawg]

Many of the higher quality products that contain whey protein isolates use cold processed WPI (Isoflex, ISO Sensation 93, Ultra Peptide 1.0/2.0, Isolyze, etc).

[On Fire]

I think all CFM is cold processed. I don't think there's any reason to heat CFM WPI.

[shadar]

I've read a little recently about cold processed protein vs. heat processed protein. If the stuff I'm reading holds true, then I think a LOT of us have been getting the shaft for a long time. If protein is heated during the manufacturing process, then it loses a huge amount of its bioavailability.

After I looked at the most commonly used proteins, the only one I saw that has cold processed whey in their ingredients was MyoFusion.

For two years now I've been strictly using Whey Isolates and it seems now that the perception that blends are "worse" is way off. So my hat goes off to Gaspari for putting the best ingredients in MyoFusion!

You also want to avoid ion-exchange proteins.

Isolates are not necessarily better than concentrates. They are purer, but unless you have bad lactose issues or are on a super strict cut concentrates are just fine. A high quality concentrate is better than a poor quality isolate.

[HiTMe]

Is XF whey cold processed?

[potionmaster]

whey isolates are generally more bioavailable

they also have higher concentration of protein vs impurities(lactose, ash, other byproducts) than concentrates

[cowboyarroyo]

Many of the higher quality products that contain whey protein isolates use cold processed WPI (Isoflex, ISO Sensation 93, Ultra Peptide 1.0/2.0, Isolyze, etc).

there is a catch to everything

[lovemymac]

Things i look for in protein powders i take

All-natural, grass fed cows' whey, NOT pesticide-treated, grain-fed cows' whey

Compared to grain-fed cows, grass fed cows produce whey that:

Is nutritionally superior to grain fed

Contains an impressive amino acid and immuno-supportive nutrient profile

Is rich in healthy fats--lipolic acid and CLA (conjugated linoleic acid)


Hormone-free Cows, NOT hormonally-treated cows

Many American dairy farmers inject the hormone rBGH in dairy cows to increase milk production. This hormone has been linked to serious disease and illness, including cancer. Choose whey made from hormone-free cows.

Cold processed, NOT heat processed

Most whey is heat processed which:

Makes the whey acidic and nutritionally deficient

Damages the immuno-supportive micronutrients and amino acids

Makes whey inadequate for consumption

Cold processed whey protects the nutrients in their natural state.

Acid-free processing, NOT Acid / Ion Exchange Processing

Acid / Ion Exchange Processing is cheaper than acid-free processing, but it denatures the amino acid profiles by using acids and chemicals to separate the whey from the fats.

Whey protein concentrate, NOT protein isolates

Protein isolates are proteins stripped away from their nutritional cofactors. There are three problems with that...

All isolates are exposed to acid processing.

Your body cannot assimilate proteins in isolated form.

Due to over-processing, isolates are deficient in key amino acids and nutritional cofactors.

Sweetened naturally, NOT artificially, and low carb

Most whey products are artificially sweetened making them useless if you have sugar sensitivities, or just don't want to put artificial sweeteners or flavors into your body.

Your whey should be low glycemic, low carb and should not contain any artificial sweeteners, sugar alcohol, glycerin, fructose, sugar or gluten.

Maximum biological value, NOT compromised or damaged

Most whey proteins provide some benefit. But, due to the ingredients, the source of the whey, the concentration of beneficial nutrients, or the type of processing, many whey products simply don't deliver what they promise.

You want whey that's guaranteed to retain its maximum biological value -- one with all the key amino acids, cofactors and beneficial micronutrients present and intact rather than compromised or damaged, and not missing any amino acids or essential nutrients.

Easy to Digest, NOT Causing Digestive Stress

Many whey products contain long-chain fatty acids which are hard to digest and require bile acids to absorb.

You want a whey protein powder with medium chain triglycerides (MCT). These are easily absorbed, digested quickly, and utilized as energy without causing digestive stress.

Ideally, you want a product in which the MCT come from the best source of all -- coconut oil.

Free from Toxic Heavy Metals or at Such Low Levels NOT to be a Health Risk
Many protein powders both whey and non-whey could contain dangerous levels of heavy metals like mercury, lead, cadmium, and arsenic.

A recent Consumer Reports’ evaluation showed some leading brands of protein powders exceeded United States Pharmacopoeia’s (USP) recommended safety limits for certain heavy metals.
You want to avoid these products at all costs because any high concentration of heavy metals taken over time could lead to serious health consequences.

[BringnIt]

Things i look for in protein powders i take

All-natural, grass fed cows' whey, NOT pesticide-treated, grain-fed cows' whey

Compared to grain-fed cows, grass fed cows produce whey that:

Is nutritionally superior to grain fed

Contains an impressive amino acid and immuno-supportive nutrient profile

Is rich in healthy fats--lipolic acid and CLA (conjugated linoleic acid)


Hormone-free Cows, NOT hormonally-treated cows

Many American dairy farmers inject the hormone rBGH in dairy cows to increase milk production. This hormone has been linked to serious disease and illness, including cancer. Choose whey made from hormone-free cows.

Cold processed, NOT heat processed

Most whey is heat processed which:

Makes the whey acidic and nutritionally deficient

Damages the immuno-supportive micronutrients and amino acids

Makes whey inadequate for consumption

Cold processed whey protects the nutrients in their natural state.

Acid-free processing, NOT Acid / Ion Exchange Processing

Acid / Ion Exchange Processing is cheaper than acid-free processing, but it denatures the amino acid profiles by using acids and chemicals to separate the whey from the fats.

Whey protein concentrate, NOT protein isolates

Protein isolates are proteins stripped away from their nutritional cofactors. There are three problems with that...

All isolates are exposed to acid processing.

Your body cannot assimilate proteins in isolated form.

Due to over-processing, isolates are deficient in key amino acids and nutritional cofactors.

Sweetened naturally, NOT artificially, and low carb

Most whey products are artificially sweetened making them useless if you have sugar sensitivities, or just don't want to put artificial sweeteners or flavors into your body.

Your whey should be low glycemic, low carb and should not contain any artificial sweeteners, sugar alcohol, glycerin, fructose, sugar or gluten.

Maximum biological value, NOT compromised or damaged

Most whey proteins provide some benefit. But, due to the ingredients, the source of the whey, the concentration of beneficial nutrients, or the type of processing, many whey products simply don't deliver what they promise.

You want whey that's guaranteed to retain its maximum biological value -- one with all the key amino acids, cofactors and beneficial micronutrients present and intact rather than compromised or damaged, and not missing any amino acids or essential nutrients.

Easy to Digest, NOT Causing Digestive Stress

Many whey products contain long-chain fatty acids which are hard to digest and require bile acids to absorb.

You want a whey protein powder with medium chain triglycerides (MCT). These are easily absorbed, digested quickly, and utilized as energy without causing digestive stress.

Ideally, you want a product in which the MCT come from the best source of all -- coconut oil.

Free from Toxic Heavy Metals or at Such Low Levels NOT to be a Health Risk
Many protein powders both whey and non-whey could contain dangerous levels of heavy metals like mercury, lead, cadmium, and arsenic.

A recent Consumer Reports’ evaluation showed some leading brands of protein powders exceeded United States Pharmacopoeia’s (USP) recommended safety limits for certain heavy metals.
You want to avoid these products at all costs because any high concentration of heavy metals taken over time could lead to serious health consequences.

Longest post in bodybuilding.com history.

[WarEeyore]

long post

so which protein would that be?

[GymRat128]

Allmax ISOFLEX All the way...I just picked up two tubs...Strawberry and PB Choc...both were great tasteing,mixed easy in my shaker cup and def. going to buy this product from no won...PB Choc was just like Reese's Pieces and unlike alot of other proteins that state the same this one actually taste like Reese's Pieces, I wish they made 10lb tubs. Def. wont be disapointed just make sure you dont mix 1 scoop with more then 5-6oz of water.

[RearNakedChoke]

Things i look for in protein powders i take

All-natural, grass fed cows' whey, NOT pesticide-treated, grain-fed cows' whey

Compared to grain-fed cows, grass fed cows produce whey that:

Is nutritionally superior to grain fed

Contains an impressive amino acid and immuno-supportive nutrient profile

Is rich in healthy fats--lipolic acid and CLA (conjugated linoleic acid)


Hormone-free Cows, NOT hormonally-treated cows

Many American dairy farmers inject the hormone rBGH in dairy cows to increase milk production. This hormone has been linked to serious disease and illness, including cancer. Choose whey made from hormone-free cows.

Cold processed, NOT heat processed

Most whey is heat processed which:

Makes the whey acidic and nutritionally deficient

Damages the immuno-supportive micronutrients and amino acids

Makes whey inadequate for consumption

Cold processed whey protects the nutrients in their natural state.

Acid-free processing, NOT Acid / Ion Exchange Processing

Acid / Ion Exchange Processing is cheaper than acid-free processing, but it denatures the amino acid profiles by using acids and chemicals to separate the whey from the fats.

Whey protein concentrate, NOT protein isolates

Protein isolates are proteins stripped away from their nutritional cofactors. There are three problems with that...

All isolates are exposed to acid processing.

Your body cannot assimilate proteins in isolated form.

Due to over-processing, isolates are deficient in key amino acids and nutritional cofactors.

Sweetened naturally, NOT artificially, and low carb

Most whey products are artificially sweetened making them useless if you have sugar sensitivities, or just don't want to put artificial sweeteners or flavors into your body.

Your whey should be low glycemic, low carb and should not contain any artificial sweeteners, sugar alcohol, glycerin, fructose, sugar or gluten.

Maximum biological value, NOT compromised or damaged

Most whey proteins provide some benefit. But, due to the ingredients, the source of the whey, the concentration of beneficial nutrients, or the type of processing, many whey products simply don't deliver what they promise.

You want whey that's guaranteed to retain its maximum biological value -- one with all the key amino acids, cofactors and beneficial micronutrients present and intact rather than compromised or damaged, and not missing any amino acids or essential nutrients.

Easy to Digest, NOT Causing Digestive Stress

Many whey products contain long-chain fatty acids which are hard to digest and require bile acids to absorb.

You want a whey protein powder with medium chain triglycerides (MCT). These are easily absorbed, digested quickly, and utilized as energy without causing digestive stress.

Ideally, you want a product in which the MCT come from the best source of all -- coconut oil.

Free from Toxic Heavy Metals or at Such Low Levels NOT to be a Health Risk
Many protein powders both whey and non-whey could contain dangerous levels of heavy metals like mercury, lead, cadmium, and arsenic.

A recent Consumer Reports’ evaluation showed some leading brands of protein powders exceeded United States Pharmacopoeia’s (USP) recommended safety limits for certain heavy metals.
You want to avoid these products at all costs because any high concentration of heavy metals taken over time could lead to serious health consequences.

Is that you Dr. Mercola? So who copied who? LoL...his email just came out this morning yet you posted this a couple weeks ago. This is word for word the same. Interesting! I don't have a 30 post count so I can't link it so just add the http:

proteinpowder.mercola.com/Miracle-Whey-Protein.html

[Murderfox]

myofusion = cold "infused". XF and Allmax are cold processed though.

[xStevenx]

Allmax ISOFLEX All the way...I just picked up two tubs...Strawberry and PB Choc...both were great tasteing,mixed easy in my shaker cup and def. going to buy this product from no won...PB Choc was just like Reese's Pieces and unlike alot of other proteins that state the same this one actually taste like Reese's Pieces, I wish they made 10lb tubs. Def. wont be disapointed just make sure you dont mix 1 scoop with more then 5-6oz of water.

This.

Isoflex is amazing. I have been an addict for 3 years now