I've lost count of how many articles I've written over the years about protein supplements. Even in Applied Metabolics, I've covered various aspects of protein supplements in several articles. Among these, I warned about how not to get ripped-off by purchasing "spiked" … [Read more...]
Over-40? Take the Night Train for added muscle mass by Jerry Brainum
Kevin Levrone was one of the most preeminent bodybuilders of the 1990s until he stopped competing in 2003. The Maryland-based professional bodybuilder burst onto the bodybuilding scene in 1991 with a definitive win at the 1991 NPC Nationals held in Pittsburgh. At a … [Read more...]
The best protein for middle-aged muscle by Jerry Brainum
Many articles are written by mainstream dietitians and other academics often say that ingesting commercial protein supplements is a waste of money. They note that most Americans already eat more protein than they need, based on the usual standard … [Read more...]
Alternative protein sources: Pea and Rice, how do they compare with whey protein? by Jerry Brainum
When I first began training, the choices in protein supplements were far more limited compared to today. One common source of protein back then was liver tablets and powders. Liver tablets were a staple of competitive bodybuilders in the 60s and 70s. Three-time … [Read more...]
No Anabolic Effects From Protein Supplements? by Jerry Brainum
In bodybuilding and sports, a frequently encountered word is "anabolic." The most common thought engendered when the word anabolic is mentioned is anabolic steroids. This use of anabolic provides a clear clue as to the meaning of the word. "Anabolic," is derived from two Greek … [Read more...]
Protein and Resistant Starch: A Dynamic Fat-loss Duo? by Jerry Brainum
Not all carbohydrates are created equal. What this means is that some sources and types of carbohydrates are good for you, while others can harm your health if consumed long-term in larger amounts. The type of carbs classified as "good" include those found in … [Read more...]
Are you consuming fake protein? by Jerry Brainum
As consumers of food supplements, the least we could expect is products that match label ingredients in terms of potency, as well as acceptable levels of product quality. Yet, many supplements fall short of even these minimal goals. A lot of the deception that occurs … [Read more...]
The protein supplement war: Whey versus egg protein by Jerry Brainum
Without question, the most popular protein supplements sold today are based on whey. Whey is one of two major proteins found in milk, constituting 20% of milk protein. The other 80% of milk protein is casein. For years whey was considered a waste product of … [Read more...]