The Science of Losing Weight – Do Protein Shakes Really Promote Weight Loss?

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Every time I’m surfing the internet I see tons of ads about weight loss products, people asking for help in losing weight, and lots others who ask directly about information on protein shakes. So I decided to write an article targeting weight loss problems and protein shakes information.

In order to understand what protein shakes are all about, we first have to dig a bit into the science of protein shakes.

What is whey? Whey is the liquid component of milk that is separated from the solid curd component in the cheese-making process. Whey protein is actually not a single protein but a collection of proteins and protein fractions found naturally in whey components of milk. Whey protein promotes weight loss in three ways:

1. Protein, in general, reduces hunger and eating more carbohydrates and fats. Whey protein does this even better than any other protein;

2. Whey protein reduces fat storage compared to carbs, fats and other proteins;

3. Whey protein enhances fat-burning effects caused by exercise.

Let’s take a closer look at these three weight control benefits of whey protein, and what they do to help you lose weight.

1. In order to lose excess body fat, it is essential that you limit your daily calorie intake. However, this is usually easier said than done. Permanent weight loss can only be achieved if the lower calorie intake is maintained long term, in a way that it doesn’t cause persistant hunger. Switching to a high protein reduced calorie diet is one way to attain this balance. By increasing the number of calories you get from protein and at the same time reduce the total number of calories consumed per day, you can avoid hunger, thus it will be easier for you to stick to your diet on long term.

In a recent study carried out by the University of Washington School of Medicine, 19 subjects were fed each of three different diets sequentially. The authors of the study reported that when subjects switched from the low protein weight maintenance diet to the high protein weight maintenance diet, they all started to feel fuller despite consuming the same number of calories. In addition to this, it was noted that during the unrestricted high protein diet phase, subjects reduced calorie intake voluntarily by around 400 calories less per day, lost almost 11 lbs, including an average of more than 8 lbs of body fat. Research also showed that whey protein is the most hunger-reducer of all types of protein.

So, why is whey protein more filling? Certain forms of whey protein contain high levels of a peptide called glycomacropeptide (GMP), which is known as a powerful satiety nutrient (hunger quencher). It stimulates cholecystokinin (CCK), which is a hunger controller hormone, to be released. Studies show that GMP from whey increased CCK release by 415 percent, whilst reducing the number of consumed calories by 20 percent compared to a placebo, when it is consumed before the meal. Whey protein was also found to reduce hunger by lowering circulating levels of the hunger hormone called ghrelin. In a recent Australian study it was found that a whey protein drink produced a prolonged suppression of ghrelin compared to glucose and fructose beverages. Whey also activates opioid receptors in the gut, thus causing fullness. Specific peptides contained in whey bind to these opioid receptors, which in return, communicate with the human brain to produce that pleasant feeling of fullness, helping to stop over-eating.

2. Research shows that whey protein blocks fat storage, thus promoting body fat loss. Whey is a dairy protein, and a number of recent studies have shown that increased dairy intake is beneficial to the body composition. Scientists are to this day still trying to figure out how dairy products boost fat loss in dieters, but they believe that calcium plays a vital role. Calcium is known to be crucial in fat metabolism and appears to reduce fat storage and increase fat burning when it is consumed adequately (roughly 1,200mg per day) during calorie restriction dieting. However, calcium is definitely not the only one responsible here. At least half of the fat storage-reducing effects of dairy products is attributed to branched chain amino acids (namely leucine) and a protein fraction known as ACE inhibiting peptide.

Whey protein supplements are the perfect alternative to both whole dairy foods, which are usually high in calories, and calcium supplements.

3. If you want to lose weight, you must most definitely exercise regularly. This is essential for developing and maintaining a lean body composition. Exercise helps in burning excess body fat and builds lean muscle, which raises the body’s metabolic rate, resulting in even more fat burning. High protein diets are proven to boost the effectiveness of exercise, whilst helping you convert fat to muscle.

So, how can you take advantage of all this exposed protein science?

Powdered whey protein drinks represent the most convenient and calorically efficient way to supplement with whey protein. There are dozens of different brands of powdered protein shakes out there. So how can you distinguish what is the best brand option?

Ultra Slim Down: What makes it the best protein shake in the market?

Ultra Slim Down is formulated to give you a wide and complete array of nutrients. This ensures you receive all the nutrition that is contained in a well prepared and balanced meal. You can have full confidence and peace of mind that you are getting the very best science can provide to help you reach your weight loss goals. Ultra Slim Down is:

* Full meal replacement drink
* Only 134 calories with water/ 214 with skimmed milk
* Great source of balanced nutrition: vitamins, minerals and calcium
* Sixty one percent of the 28 essential vitamins and minerals are at 100% of the recommended daily value
* Excellent source of vitamin B12 with 100% recommended daily value Excellent source of a high quality protein-10 grams for lean muscle
* Only 21 grams of carbohydrates
* Low fat, just 1 gram
* Cholesterol-free
* Three delicious flavors;

Product Ingredients

Maltodextrin, Hydrolysed Whey Protein, MCT Oil,(Cocoa, Natural Vanilla Flavoring, or Natural Strawberry Flavoring) Fructose, Alpha Lipoic Acid, Calcium Phosphate, Chromium, Copper Sulfate, Ferrous Sulfate, Magnesium Sulfate, Manganese Sulfate, Molybdenum, Potassium Phosphate, Potassium iodide, Selenium, Sodium Choride, Taurine, Zinc Sulfate, Vitamin A, Vitamin B1, Vitamin B2, Vitamin B3 (Niacin), Vitamin B5 (Calcium Pantothenate), Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine HCL), Vitamin B12 (Cyanocobalamin), Vitamin C, Vitamin E, Biotin, and Folic Acid.

Size: 2.2 lbs
Serving Size: 1 level scoop (aprox. 33g)
Servings Per Container: 30

For An Even Better Tasting Drink

Mix Ultra Slim Down in 8 oz. of skim milk in a blender, add eight ice cubes and blend…you’ll have a delicious weight loss shake ready for your enjoyment. For a special treat, add fruit or yogurt, keeping in mind any extra calories.

Get started on your personal weight loss program by ordering your favorite flavor(s)…why not right now? Click on your favourite flavour now and begin your weight loss journey today!

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